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In this episode, Rosemary Gattuso, trauma-informed family mediator, couples counsellor, and author of It's Not You, It's Me!, joins us to explore how shifting our dominant lens from what's wrong to what's strong can transform the way we navigate relationships, adversity, and personal growth. Rosemary shares how her work as a family mediator revealed a consistent pattern: clients who approached con...

In this episode, Kristina Katayama, founder of Be Possible and leadership and organizational development consultant, joins us to explore what it really takes to transform workplace culture from the inside out. Kristina opens by reframing how we understand culture itself, describing it not as a policy or a program, but as something we feel the moment we walk into a room or encounter another person....

In this episode, Tanesha L. Moody, speaker, certified coach, and founder of Full Out Coaching, joins us to talk about finding your purpose, navigating rejection, and building the clarity and courage to live life on your own terms. Tanesha opens by describing herself as a multi-passionate, tracing a path from professional theater and Broadway's Mean Girls First National Tour to corporate leadership...

In this episode, Prassède Kemp, founder of Numinous, joins us to talk about strategic marketing for small business owners, solopreneurs, and founders who are ready to stop guessing and start growing with intention. Prassède opens with a foundational reframe: marketing is not the same as sales, and understanding the difference is key to building a system that works for you. She introduces a strengt...

In this episode, Naomi Kreske, mindset and confidence coach and founder of Keep Finding You, joins us to talk about breaking free from survival mode, harnessing the law of attraction, and building a life that truly feels good to live. Naomi opens up about what she calls her "big T trauma," the sudden collapse of her white picket fence life when she discovered her husband's infidelity, shattering h...

In this episode, Dawn Marie Bornheimer, founder of Mission Inspired Consulting (MIC), certified facilitator, and military spouse, joins us to talk about the realities of self-leadership and growing a business without losing your purpose. Drawing from her 20 years of corporate experience, Dawn breaks down the common pitfalls that founders face—from hitting a growth ceiling due to holding onto every...

In this episode, Michelle Lee Steiner, paraeducator, advocate, and founder of Michelle's Mission, joins us to shed light on the realities of living and thriving with an invisible learning disability. Michelle opens up about her personal journey navigating a world where disabilities are often only recognized if they are physical. She shares the challenges she faced growing up labeled as an outcast...

In this episode, Robyn Harris, well-being mentor and founder of WILD Wellbeing, joins us to talk about redefining safety, breaking free from burnout, and learning to listen to our bodies. Reflecting on her childhood in Belfast during the height of the Troubles and living with a volatile father, Robyn shares how she spent decades wearing a mask and trying to remain invisible—a pattern that eventual...

In this episode, Lauren Goché, a Portland-based realtor and renovation expert, joins us to reshape how we think about homeownership, equity, and breaking out of survival mode. Drawing from her personal background of growing up poor and overcoming $65,000 in credit card debt, Lauren shares how she utilized her first home to completely shift her financial trajectory. She dives deep into the mind shi...

In this episode, Janine Lequay, change strategist, author, and founder of Soleil Edge, joins us to reframe how we process personal and organizational transitions. Drawing from over 15 years of experience in organizational change management and her own sudden corporate layoff, Janine addresses a critical gap: why over 70% of organizational change initiatives fail, and why individuals are rarely tau...

In this episode, Dr. Ashley Anne, trauma therapist and founder of the Gravity Point Institute, joins us to kick off Season 4 with a fresh, liberating perspective on stress and trauma. Drawing from her personal journey through severe burnout and her clinical research, Dr. Anne introduces a groundbreaking framework that identifies 20 unique stress responses—moving far beyond the conventional "fight...

In this episode, Meghan DeFord, career coach, consultant, and former philanthropy executive, joins us to share her framework for navigating life pivots and pursuing long-held dreams. Reflecting on her own sudden journey through a divorce and a layoff during the pandemic, Meghan dives deep into how women often internalize societal expectations at the expense of their own fulfillment. She breaks dow...

In this episode, Dr. Robb Kelly, leading neuroscientist, behavioral scientist, and founder of the Robb Kelly Recovery Group, joins us for a raw, deeply moving, and powerhouse conversation. Dr. Kelly shares his journey from the absolute brink—living homeless and dying twice on the streets—to becoming a globally recognized authority on addiction recovery. He challenges mainstream approaches to menta...

In this episode, Stephanie Carter, wellness coach and founder of Aligned and Ageless, joins us to talk about navigating health, fitness, and vitality for women over 40. At 57, Stephanie shares her personal transition through menopause, opening up about the frustrating moment she realized that the diet and exercise routines that worked in her 30s were no longer serving her. She breaks down the comm...

In this episode, Tamara Buzyna Adams, passionate genealogist, family historian, and occupational therapist, joins us to share her transformational journey of turning a lockdown project into her published book, Last Ship to Freedom. Tamara discusses how turning 50 and navigating the pandemic sparked a deep desire for self-discovery, leading her and her mother to translate her grandmother’s 100-year...

In Episode 82, Dr. Steve Rios invites us into the vibrant world of The Oly and Opi Series and shares how children’s literature can inspire deeper conversations with kids. The Oly and Opi Series is a collection of children’s books that celebrate representation and encourage critical thinking. These books are designed to adapt to young readers’ development—whether it’s through interactive storytelli...

In Episode 80, Kerry Barrett teaches us the importance of branding and storytelling in our marketing strategies as well as the importance of having a personal brand. She highlights the value of personal branding and employee-generated content, noting that personal profiles often receive more engagement than business profiles. She stresses the significance of storytelling in marketing, as it create...

In Episode 81, Lydia Carey teaches us about ocean health and ocean conservationism as well as the interconnectedness of ocean health with human health and the environment. Lydia encourages listeners to take small, impactful actions, such as reducing single-use plastics and picking up litter, to contribute to ocean conservation. The conversation also touches on the therapeutic benefits of the ocean...

In Episode 78, Leslie Urbas, a certified nutritionist and health coach, discusses her approach to empowering individuals to find food freedom and reconnect with their bodies' innate messaging system by uncovering the "digestion code." With a strong focus on creating inclusive and supportive environments, Leslie shares her insights into how people can live in alignment by letting go of the guilt an...

In Episode 79, Dhananjay Talwar, MA (Cantab), Co-Founder and Director of Threshold Education, shares his expert strategies for language learning. With over six years of experience as a professional tutor, Dhananjay offers practical advice on mastering languages and shares what we have to gain by learning new languages. A graduate of the University of Cambridge, Dhananjay is a polyglot who speaks m...

In Episode 77 Su Sarvis, a licensed real estate professional for over 15 years and the president of Realty Associates in Texas, discusses her career transition from teaching to real estate and the unique challenges and opportunities in the industry. She highlights the flexibility and profitability of real estate, especially for women, and emphasizes the importance of structured team management and...

In Episode 76 Jamie walks us through various research-based parenting strategies that could help parents, caregivers, and even educators. Learn about her experiences as a parent and how she took her education and work with coaches into her own hands later becoming a parenting coach herself. Jamie was born in Alaska and grew up in the Pacific Northwest where she still resides. She was raised as an...

In Episode 74, Becky Hurley teaches us how to find the balance between personal freedom and achieving financial freedom. As Becky tells us "You do not have to suffer your way through life. You do not have to solely survive this lifetime. You can authentically thrive in it." Listen to the episode and learn how. Farm girl turned multi-million-dollar business mogul, Becky Hurley, is living proof that...

In Episode 75, Aditi shares her author life with us, sharing how she connects her passions and experiences with multicultural book writing. Learn how about the power of story and how to share your story with others or help others share their stories. In this episode, we also learn about the process of creating your own publishing brand that is aligned with your mission or your why. Aditi has publi...

In Episode 73, Devon teaches us about the language gap in healthcare and the impact that it has on patients and healthcare workers. She discusses several concerns that manifest due to the language gap in healthcare and shares how she helps bridge that gap with healthcare workers. Devon Bruce is the founder of the English Communication Academy. Since 2020, her groundbreaking Academy has helped many...