Range of Change

In 1978, Fred Rogers sat across from the family of Senator Heinz at WQED in Pittsburgh. Teresa Heinz was talking about the night her son André was nearly killed. It was raw, honest, the kind of moment television rarely earns and just loves. And Rogers kept cutting away from it. Back to the campaign trail. Back to safe ground. He had justly earned the title of the most patient man on American telev...

In 1959, the teenagers were outside. In 1979, they were outside... just with different music and considerably less supervision. In 1999, when not at the mall, they were still outside. Starting somewhere between 2010 and 2015, the social lives of entire generations moved inside. They moved into phones, bedrooms and screens. And the data that followed on anxiety, loneliness, depression, and social d...

If I asked you to name the single most consequential change in the history of modern life, you might say the industrial revolution. The printing press. The internet. You'd be wrong.... Or rather, you'd be downstream. The thing that actually changed everything happened on a Saturday afternoon in 1859, at the bottom of a 69-foot hole in northwestern Pennsylvania. The man who made it happen was a ret...

Almost nothing about Dolly Parton actually changed over six decades. And yet the world's relationship to her transformed completely. This episode asks why — because the answer has almost nothing to do with Dolly, and almost everything to do with what she was standing on. This is an episode about values clarity: not as a motivational concept, but as structural integrity. The kind that means externa...

In 1960, a man in rural Bihar, India picked up a hammer and a chisel and began striking a mountain. His wife had died because there was no road to a doctor. He had no money, no machinery, no government support. Twenty-two years later, he broke through the other side. Dashrath Manjhi's story is one of the most extraordinary examples of transformational change I've ever encountered — not because of...

Hank Smith is an international marketing and biz dev leader with 15+ years of experience growing brands across the US, Germany, Japan, and the UK. Currently Director of Strategy at DC-based agency SmithGifford, he leads new business and is helping position the agency for the next era of brand marketing. Before that, he spent a decade in Germany at ZDF Digital and Streamwerke, launching TV series,...

Tunc, and his two daughters volunteer with CISV, a global organization dedicated to educating and inspiring action for a more just and peaceful world. We are active global citizens building intercultural friendship, cooperation and understanding, with chapters in over 60 countries worldwide. Available to kids as young as 10, CISV is non-political and non-denominational, evolving from a firm convic...

Over the last decade, the FIRE (Financial Independence, Retire Early) movement has reshaped the conversation. And it’s not just about money — though money is the mechanism. At its best, FIRE is about reclaiming time, autonomy, and alignment. It’s about front loading effort and intention so that, sooner than expected, you can step into a life that feels deeply your own. ​I recently had the chance t...

In the latest episode of the Range of Change podcast , my brilliant co-coach Alison and I went from hosts to guests. We stepped behind the mic to share something deeply personal and professionally thrilling: the new and improved group coaching experience we’re launching soon. It’s a curated, hands-on, high-impact container for women ready to design—and commit to —a meaningful change in their lives...

Celebrate mother's day with the amazing Liz Yong. Mother, disability advocate, former educator and asset manager, and member of the Rye Neck Board of Education (running for re-election this month). ​ In this riveting conversation Liz shares the ways that education opened the door to an incredible series of experiences in the US and abroad, and the pivotal moments of change that shaped her fascinat...

I recently took an incredible trip, and it's got me thinking deeply about the power of travel, not just as a break, but as a catalyst for personal growth. Today, I want to dive into two key themes that really stood out to me: embracing a novice mindset and building resilience. Think about it: when you travel, you're stepping into the unknown. You're navigating unfamiliar streets, trying new foods,...

Travis is a seasoned expatriate and humanitarian worker whose life has been defined by bold transitions and embracing the unknown. His journey from the United States to New Zealand, and many more travels beyond, is not just a story of relocation—it’s a masterclass in navigating change with intentionality, adaptability, and courage. As a change coach, I see a lot of transferable and even learn-able...

Recently, I had a fascinating conversation with Sarah , an artist, teacher, and community leader who embodies a truly balanced and deeply fulfilling life. Sarah is in the retirement age range, but unlike many who eagerly embrace more leisure time—travel, pickleball, and afternoons with no agenda—she finds immense purpose in continuing to do what she loves. Her work is not just a job; it’s an integ...

My recent conversation with the brilliant violinist Kurt (podcast link) about returning to passions reminded me of a moment early in my consulting career. I was at The Lakehouse—a modern, dedicated training facility—having a conversation about the relentless demands of a full-time travel schedule. As seasoned “sky warriors,” we both knew the challenges all too well. She shared a metaphor that has...

Journey with me as I interview Chris about his college experience learning that he just didn't need to learn the ways he had always been told. With classics like 90's am radio stations, floppy disks, and hip-hop, you will not want to miss this one!

Some people stumble into self-improvement. For Meagan , it was a lifelong pursuit—one that began in childhood and took on new urgency in the wake of COVID-19. When the pandemic reshaped the world, it reshaped her life, too. Her role was eliminated, forcing her to step back and re-evaluate. But rather than viewing it as a setback, she saw it as an inflection point —a chance to double down on person...

Join me this week talking to Mary! For years, Mary believed her future lay in the traditional business world—an “MBA or bust” mindset. But a pivotal conversation changed everything. She reconnected with a long-buried passion for psychology, a field that had always intrigued her but seemed impractical at the time. That moment of clarity set her on an entirely new course—one that felt more authentic...

My conversation with Ursula was a deep dive into changes of all sorts: being a surrogate, getting a cancer diagnosis, starting a business and much more! Ursula is part owner of a surrogacy agency based in Pittsburgh, PA called Little Miracles Surrogacy. Find Ursula and Little Miracles Surrogacy through these links. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LittleMiraclesSurrogacy/ Linkedin: https://www.l...

Join me on this week's podcast as I interview Erica to find out about a big change she made in her life and how she sustained that change for years!

Join me on a very exciting conversation with Jennifer Javornik! Like many others, Jennifer has chased career and fulfillment simultaneously, leading to her multidisciplinary life! Listen to Jennifer's journey evolving through technology and believe it or not, improv! See the power of accepting your evolving identity in this podcast! Learn more about Jennifer below: Jennifer Javornik is an internat...

We’re diving into one of the biggest “change dreams” out there – relocating to paradise! You know the one – that vision of packing up, moving to a warmer climate, and living your best life. We’ve all had that fantasy at some point, right? But often, we keep putting it off, thinking “someday.” Someday when we retire. Someday when we have more money. Someday when the stars align… but someday isn’t p...

Welcome to Range of Change , the podcast that dives deep into those pivotal moments that define who we are. I’m an ICF certified coach and an old-school change manager, and for the last 20 years, I’ve been helping people and organizations succeed through life’s big shifts. I’ve seen it all – the bold leaps, the unexpected turns, and everything in between. And I’ve learned what makes success most l...