Interrupted: Act 2 Reinventing Your Legacy

In this powerful conversation, we welcome Melissa Evans — host of The Savage Woman Podcast, business coach, and author of the upcoming book Savage Daughters Speak. Melissa’s mission is helping women reclaim their voices, step into their strength, and transform their lives from "fear to fierce". In this episode, we talk about what it truly means to be seen and heard, the healing journey many women...

Have you ever felt like you should be ‘over it’ by now… but you’re not?   What if you didn’t have to carry your trauma alone anymore? In this powerful and hope-filled conversation, Ann White, founder of Courage For Life, shares how women can move from silent suffering to true healing through faith, courage, and intentional steps forward. Ann introduces her transformative framework, The Courage to...

Nicole Orozco, founder of Archipelago Publishing and professional ghostwriter, shares how she helps authors turn ideas into published books. From writing to publishing imprints, Nicole guides storytellers through the process of bringing their message to life and getting their story into print. We also talk about her latest book "Hot Pursuit. Nicole Orozco Lacoach@comcast.net Support this podcast 7...

Love starts with the relationship you have with yourself. Laurie talks with Shannon Chapoy, the Love Alchemist, about the power of dating yourself first, healing relationship patterns, and how self-love transforms the way we experience connection and authentic love. Shannon Chapoy lacoach@comcast.net 7 Day Podcast Pro

In this episode, we’re joined by professional organizer Charlie Hoffman, known as The Smooth Organizer, to talk workspace organization, decluttering strategies, and simple productivity systems that actually work. Charlie shares practical organizing hacks, behind-the-scenes secrets, and her thoughtful step-by-step approach to transforming overwhelm into clarity. You’ll hear how she helped Laurie re...

In this powerful and inspiring conversation, we sit down with Hunter Charneski — indoor arena football player, author, Taco Bell manager, and host of a men’s podcast dedicated to strength, resilience, and purpose. Hunter’s path wasn’t easy: from being down and out, taking any job he could find, to grinding in fast food where he learned discipline and leadership that fast-tracked his career. He sha...

Laurie sits down with Steve Abramowicz, author of Songs of the Heartland, editor of Heartland Journal, and host of the Heartland Podcast. Steve shares his journey from interviewing influential voices across industries to writing his own book — a powerful blend of personal reflection and the stories of leaders, creators, and changemakers he has encountered along the way. We talk about: • The power...

What happens when faith feels like fear? John and Amy Meyer share how to heal from church hurt, spiritual abuse, and control culture. This honest conversation explores leaving without shame, reclaiming your voice, and rediscovering peace after religious trauma. Here is their FB page and you can join them Sunday's at 11am pacific https://www.facebook.com/humportal Hum Portal Laurie~lacoach@comcast....

Burnout isn’t a badge — it’s a signal. In this conversation with Elisha Meek, author of Break Up With Burnout, we explore how women professionals can escape overwhelm, restore balance, and rediscover purpose without quitting their jobs. Elisha shares her experiences, insights on burnout prevention, and actionable steps toward greater clarity, productivity, and life satisfaction. If you’re a woman...

Leaving a domestic violence relationship is not just emotional — it’s legal, financial, and deeply complex. In this powerful episode, Coach Laurie sits down with Michelle Darnell, paralegal and founder of The Lighthouse Alliance, to talk about domestic violence support, trauma-informed legal advocacy, and how women can transition safely out of abusive relationships. The Lighthouse Alliance provide...

Healing isn’t about fixing what’s broken — it’s about healing the whole system. In this episode, I’m joined by Carla Wainwright for a powerful conversation on holistic healing, childhood trauma, metabolism, sugar addiction, and nervous system regulation. We explore how trauma is stored in the body, how it impacts metabolic health and cravings, and why true healing requires addressing the root — no...

In this uplifting episode, I’m joined by Grace Gaughan, creator of Joy Now, for a powerful conversation about gratitude, laughter, and the transformative practice of laughing yoga. Grace reminds us that joy isn’t something we earn or postpone—it’s something we can access right now. We talk about how intentional laughter shifts mindset, reduces stress, supports emotional healing, and reconnects us...

What does it really take to flourish in midlife — not just survive change, but grow through it? In this episode, I’m joined by Tresa Leftenant, leadership coach and founder of Reinventing Her, for a powerful conversation about identity, reinvention, and flourishing after life transitions. We talk about how women can move through career shifts, personal interruptions, and leadership changes without...

Reinvention doesn’t happen by accident — it happens when you get honest about the stories shaping your identity. In this episode I sit down with Meghan Stockman, a transformational coach and identity strategist who has reinvented herself more times than most people dare to imagine. From military commander to space weather scientist, CEO and founder of KidSpace Indoor Playground, and now a soul-led...

What happens when you’re let go, start over, and push so hard your body forces you to stop?  Lindsey Korell and I talk about burnout, hustle culture, job loss, and a heart-attack wake-up call that changed everything. A powerful conversation about slowing down, redefining success, and creating a healthier Act Two without sacrificing your well-being. The Daily Principal  lacoach@comcast.net 7 Day Po...

In this episode, Laurie sits down with Certified Professional Coach Patrice Tabor to explore how to navigate life after retirement and intentionally design your next chapter. Patrice shares what coaching after retirement looks like, how to shift your identity beyond career titles, and practical strategies for discovering your “Act Two”—whether that’s purpose-driven work, fresh passions, meaningful...

In this powerful episode, I’m joined by Laurel LeMohn, therapist, wellness coach, and host of the podcast Spiritual Friction. Laurel shares how healing happens through community, breathwork, and honest storytelling—and why we’re not meant to heal alone. We talk about somatic therapy, nervous system regulation, spiritual growth, and what it really means to be human in the middle of struggle and tra...

What if healing isn’t just physical — but deeply emotional, relational, and even joyful? In this powerful episode of Interrupted: Act 2, I sit down with Dr. Neja Zupan, who shares her personal journey of healing herself from cancer and the mindset shifts that changed everything. We talk about the underestimated power of laughter, why joy is not optional in healing, and how real transformation last...

In this episode, I talk with Silvia Rios about self-love, beauty, and the mindset shifts that help women step into confidence and clarity in midlife. We explore how redefining beauty, releasing old stories, and choosing yourself can transform the way you experience this next chapter. Silvia Rios  Launch your podcast now, shoulder to shoulder with CoachLaurie   lacoach@comcast.net

In this episode Career Ownership Coach Stacy Heisey-Terrell gets real about the interruptions that pushed her out of corporate life and into the freedom of entrepreneurship. After years in HR across healthcare, legal, energy, insurance, and government, Stacy hit ceiling after ceiling—broken promises, stalled promotions, burnout, and finally a layoff that became the turning point. Instead of settli...

What happens when success looks nothing like the traditional path? In this powerful episode, Laurie sits down with Corey Ihler, a realtor, single dad, and new owner of The Millcreek View, a local community newspaper. Corey shares a story that challenges how we define intelligence, education, and resilience. Due to a rare genetic disability, Corey graduated from college unable to read, relying on v...

In this powerful episode, Laurie sits down with Dean Sikes, founder of You Matter and a nationally known speaker who has spent decades bringing hope to students across the country. But before Dean ever stepped on a stage, his life was shaped by two major interruptions—almost losing his mother at a young age, and later, coming face-to-face with the man who sexually abused him at 15… in the middle o...

In this powerful, Laurie sits down with her own book mentor, Patrick Snow, international best-selling author and publishing coach. Patrick shares how the sudden death of his father became a life-altering interruption that deepened his passion for legacy—especially the kind we leave in book form. He opens up about his newest book, a heartfelt tribute to his high school coach, and how one person’s b...

In this deeply compassionate conversation, I’m joined by **Cindy Meyers and Merle Meyers, founders of Grief and Trauma Chaplaincy, to explore the sacred work of grief chaplaincy and the practice of companioning those who are grieving. We talk about what it truly means to walk alongside loss — not to fix, rush, or explain it away — but to offer steady presence, listening, and care. Cindy and Merle...

In this powerful episode, I sit down with Gini Trask — founder of the Aligned Speaker Academy and creator of GreatLeadMagnet.com — to explore what it really means to discover your genius and build a life you love. Gini has helped grow countless businesses, and she believes entrepreneurs are “magic” — but only when they understand the label that truly represents who they are. Gini opens up about he...