Life Between Coasts

In this Season 2 finale, Leah takes a moment to pause and reflect. From the stories that stayed with her to the deeper “why” behind Life Between Coasts , this episode is a window into both the podcast and the person behind the mic.  She shares where life has been stretching her lately, what this season has taught her, and how those lessons are shaping what comes next.  It’s personal, it’s thoughtf...

This week on Life Between Coasts , Leah sits down with John G. for a conversation that goes far beyond business. While John shares about his latest venture and what he’s building next, the heart of this episode lives in the space between structure and soul. Together, they explore what it really takes to transition, not just in career, but in identity. From the culture of engineering and the way en...

This week on Life Between Coasts , Leah sits down with Jill Clair. Entrepreneur, co-founder, and someone who knows what it means to stop waiting and start living with urgency. After a cancer diagnosis shifted everything, Jill didn’t slow down… she got clearer. Clear on her purpose, her voice, and the impact she wanted to make. What followed is a story of grit, perspective, and choosing to go all i...

This week on Life Between Coasts , Leah sits down with Stephanie, founder of Firefly Scout, for a conversation that feels as natural as it is inspiring. What starts as a look into her business quickly becomes something deeper, a reflection on what it really takes to choose a new path, trust your instincts, and build a life that actually feels aligned. Stephanie shares the heart behind Firefly Scou...

Matt is back... and this time, we go deeper than workouts and weight. As a husband, father, barber, fighter, and business owner, Matt shares what it really looks like to pursue health while showing up fully in every role of life. We talk about discipline, mindset, support systems, and the why behind making any kind of change stick. This isn’t about diets or quick fixes. It’s about identity, respon...

This week on Life Between Coasts , Leah sits down with singer-songwriter Brigitte Donoho for a conversation that moves through music, grief, and the quiet resilience it takes to keep going. Brigitte’s life has always been in motion, growing up with constant moves tied to her family’s work in the casino world, she learned early on how to adapt, let go, and begin again. That same thread carries into...

This week on Life Between Coasts, Leah sits down with Jonathan for a conversation rooted in honesty, resilience, and what it really means to keep going. Jonathan shares his story, not just where he’s been, but what it took to move through it. Together, they explore the hard moments, the self-reflection, and the quiet strength it takes to start again. It’s emotional, it’s real, and at times, surpri...

This week on Life Between Coasts , we sit down with Delisha, a hardworking mother who has spent years pouring her love, time, and energy into her children and her blended family. But somewhere along the way… she lost a piece of herself. In this honest and heartfelt conversation, we talk about what it means to give so much to others that you forget who you are, and the journey of rediscovering your...

This week on Life Between Coasts, Leah sits down with author of Piece by Piece, Sheryl Hauk, for a conversation that is as powerful as it is uplifting. Sheryl shares her story of surviving abuse, and what it meant to grow up feeling silenced. But this isn’t just a story of pain, it’s one of healing, resilience, and rediscovering your voice. We talk about the work she does today supporting other su...

This week, Leah sits down with longtime client and friend Melissa for a real, open conversation about self-image, self-love, and the limiting beliefs so many of us grow up with. They talk about where those thoughts come from, how they stick with us, and what it looks like to start unlearning them through therapy, life experience, and simply paying attention to ourselves. As always, the conversatio...

This week on Life Between Coasts, Leah sits down with Krishna for a joyful conversation about human connection, big life changes, and finding opportunity in the unknown. Originally from India, Krishna shares his journey of immigrating to the United States and discovering a love for traveling across America. Together they talk about the balance between planning for the future while still living ful...

Mari is back! Since we last spoke with her in a previous season, life has moved fast—she’s enlisted in the military, navigated real losses, celebrated meaningful wins, and opened her heart to a new relationship. In this episode of Life Between Coasts, we sit down for an honest, laughter-filled conversation about what it means to keep showing up as human through every season. We talk about resilien...

This week on Life Between Coasts , Leah sits down with Alaa, a self-proclaimed “average Joe” whose life story is anything but average. Born in Texas, raised between the United States and Saudi Arabia, Alaa has spent decades moving between two worlds, ten years in the U.S., ten years in Saudi, and now back again. Together, we explore what it really means to belong in more than one place. Are the cu...

On this week’s episode of Life Between Coasts , host Leah sits down with Catherine — also known as Snottipop — for a bold and honest conversation about identity, expectation, and carving your own path. We dive into how limiting beliefs — especially the ones placed on us by others — can quietly shape who we think we’re allowed to become. Catherine shares her journey of recognizing those narratives,...

This week on Life Between Coasts , we sit down with Wyatt — martial artist, massage therapist, and actor most recently seen in the English adaptation of Power Rangers . Wyatt shares how the twists, challenges, and wake-up moments in his life shaped the choices he’s made and the way he shows up in the world today. From discipline and movement to presence and performance, we talk about living fully,...

Haley Jo’s story is one of transformation, grit, and self-made strength. Born addicted to drugs and adopted, (twice if you count the return you will hear about), she could have let her past define her — instead, she redefined herself. In this episode, we talk about her path as a beautician, bodybuilder, and aspiring personal trainer, and how she’s learned to cultivate strength from the inside out....

Music has a way of finding us exactly when we need it. This week on Life Between Coasts , Leah revisits our Anthem Project — a growing playlist made up of the songs that define our journeys. You’ll learn how to submit your anthem, the deeper meaning behind choosing one, and hear a curated collection of past guests sharing the songs that carried them through their seasons of becoming. Consider this...

This week on Life Between Coasts , we sit down with rising superstar—or as she proudly claims, superhero—Badonna. A BT and musical performer with a story as powerful as her voice, Badonna opens up about a tough upbringing and the family dynamics that shaped her resilience, creativity, and self-belief. We talk about rewriting your narrative, stepping fully into your power, and what it really means...

This week on Life Between Coasts , Leah welcomes Dr. Liz DeBetta—scholar, artist, activist, and adoptee—for a conversation that’s equal parts thoughtful and uplifting. Liz shares pieces of her personal journey through adoption and how it shaped her understanding of identity, voice, and belonging. Together, they explore how storytelling, creativity, and reflection can become gentle guides through l...

Bernie is back! 🙌 You might remember him from last season as the pot-smoking, cussing preacher-Shep who quickly became a fan favorite—and this time, we’re diving even deeper. In Episode 7 of Life Between Coasts , Bernie opens up about what it really looked like to become a man in today’s world without always having a teacher, mentor, or clear roadmap along the way. He shares how the Bible stepped...

In this heartwarming episode of Life Between Coasts , we sit down with Nichole, a nurse specializing in anesthesiology whose journey has been anything but easy. From abuse to life’s toughest hurdles, Nichole shares how she found the strength to keep going—and ultimately thrive. Anchored by her love for her kids and a deep sense of purpose, this conversation is honest, hopeful, and filled with mome...

In this Christmas Eve episode, Leah sits down with Matt to talk about what it really means to turn your life around. From reckless decisions to life-altering wake-up calls, Matt reflects on how faith became an anchor during his turning point, and how family helped carry him the rest of the way home. A story of redemption, belief, and choosing a better path—one step at a time. Support the show

In this conversation with Tracie—founder of the Women’s Voices Movement—we explore why so many of us are seeking connection again. From shared stories to shared healing, we talk about the quiet forces pulling us back together, beyond politics, income, or background. It’s a gentle, honest look at what happens when women choose to show up, speak up, and create community. Support the show

This week, Leah welcomes Amin, the creative mind behind Immersive Homes — and trust us, these are not your typical modular houses. With wit, curiosity, and a knack for making big ideas feel beautifully simple, Amin breaks down how he’s transforming the home-building process into something engaging, intuitive, and undeniably cool. Expect a mix of laughs, practical insight, and a whole new way to th...

This week, Leah opens the door to a chapter she never expected to read — and a family member she never expected to meet. When a simple DNA match led to a newfound cousin, it also stirred memory, meaning, and the soft echoes of her father’s legacy. In this tender conversation, they share stories of lineage, grief, and the little nudges from the universe that bring us exactly who we need, exactly wh...