Refine and Shine with Angelina Rivera

What if you've been grieving something you didn't even realize was a loss? We often associate grief with the death of a loved one. But what about losing a friendship, leaving a career after years of dedication, experiencing health challenges, or navigating unexpected changes in life? In this heartfelt episode of the Refine & Shine Podcast , host Angelina Rivera welcomes Shantel “Shanti” Robins...

Break Free from Limiting Beliefs & Redefine Success Have you ever felt like you needed to accomplish more, work harder, or constantly prove yourself to feel worthy? What if the stories you've been telling yourself are the very things keeping you stuck? In this episode of Refine & Shine , host Angelina Rivera welcomes Dr. Kristin Heins , a naturopathic doctor, registered psychotherapist, an...

Finding Your God-Given Purpose Through Faith & Adversity Have you ever questioned your purpose or wondered how something painful in your life could lead to something meaningful? In this powerful episode of the Refine & Shine Podcast , Angelina Rivera sits down with Andrea Rose-Butler , ordained minister, certified life purpose coach, author, inspirational speaker, and host of the Empowered...

Episode 157: Stop Chasing Views: How to Get Clients Instead with Lucy Bedewi Are you getting views but struggling to turn them into paying clients? In this episode of Refine & Shine , Angelina Rivera sits down with Lucy Bedewi , founder of My Write Hand Woman, to discuss how powerful brand messaging can help entrepreneurs connect with their ideal clients and grow their businesses. Lucy shares...

Are you building a successful business but feeling more overwhelmed than ever? What if the biggest obstacle to your business growth isn't your team, your resources, or your workload—but you? In this episode of Refine & Shine, Angelina Rivera sits down with Brooke Dukes, founder of BMD, creator of Success by Design, international bestselling author, and host of Burn On, Not Out. Brooke shares h...

After two months away from the microphone, Angelina Rivera returns for one of the most personal episodes of the Refine & Shine Podcast. This was supposed to be a two-year anniversary celebration recorded on July 8. Instead, Angelina chose to spend those precious days with her dad, who had recently been placed on hospice and passed away on July 11. Now, two months later, she reflects on grief,...

Have you ever felt like you didn't have enough money, education, experience, or connections to pursue your dreams? What if the biggest obstacle isn't your circumstances—but your mindset? In this episode of the Refine and Shine Podcast , Angelina Rivera sits down with Daman Grewal , founder of LogisticsSales.com , a free global educational platform dedicated to helping people develop practical skil...

In this episode of the Refine & Shine Podcast, Angelina Rivera sits down with Charleen Jones, also known as Another Jones, a Sacramento-based creative professional, author, and speaker exploring how hands-on play can support emotional well-being in adults. Charleen is the author of Brick by Brick: Rebuilding Through Play with Lego Bricks , a reflective guide that blends personal story, creative pr...

In this episode of the Refine and Shine Podcast , Angelina Rivera sits down with Master Life Coach and manifestation mentor Troy Rivera to explore what it really takes to create the life you desire. After leaving a successful career as an assistant principal, Troy shares why he chose purpose over security and how that decision transformed his life. Together, they discuss the connection between man...

In this episode of Refine and Shine , Angelina Rivera sits down with health coach Sarah Carter of Swellness LLC to discuss practical strategies for creating a healthy lifestyle that lasts. From strength training and nutrition to time management and self-care, Sarah shares simple, sustainable habits that help busy women prioritize their health without striving for perfection. If you've ever felt li...

In this episode of Refine & Shine , Angelina Rivera sits down with Victoria Lynn PonTell , a coach, writer, nurse, and author of 7 Keys to Unlocking Your Radiant Beauty . Victoria shares powerful insight on body image, faith, identity, confidence, and how the way we feel about our bodies can impact our work, relationships, purpose, and daily decisions. Together, Angelina and Victoria talk about th...

What does it really take to build a successful business—and protect it from costly mistakes? In this episode of Refine and Shine, Angelina Rivera sits down with business attorney Matthew Fornaro to discuss the legal foundations every entrepreneur and small business owner should understand before launching or growing a business. Matthew shares practical advice on business formation, choosing the ri...

In this episode of the Refine & Shine Podcast , Angelina Rivera welcomes Eileen Kopsaftis , founder of Have Lifelong Wellbeing , physical therapist, nutrition educator, certified MELT instructor, and best-selling author of Pain Culprits and Aging Culprits . Eileen shares a powerful perspective on chronic discomfort and why the pain you feel may not actually be where the real problem begins. She ex...

David Homan joins Angelina Rivera on the Refine and Shine Podcast to discuss what it really means to build authentic relationships in a world where many people feel disconnected. As the founder of Orchestrated Connecting, David has built a global community centered on trust, generosity, curiosity, and purposeful connection. In this conversation, David shares how his creative upbringing, early mist...

In this episode of the Refine and Shine Podcast , Angelina Rivera welcomes entrepreneur, speaker, coach, and podcast host Dan Sachkowsky, also known as Big D . Dan shares his powerful journey from humble beginnings to building businesses, making millions at a young age, losing it all, and learning why mentorship and accountability are essential for long-term success. After a major health scare at...

Margot Grant Witz joins Angelina Rivera to talk about the legacy of Elizabeth Grant Skin Care, women in business, confidence, resilience, and why love and happiness are action words. This episode is a heartfelt reminder to stop shrinking, start showing up for yourself, and remember that the grass is greener where you water it. In this inspiring episode of the Refine & Shine Podcast, Angelina River...

In this powerful episode of the Refine & Shine Podcast , Angelina Rivera sits down with Mariana Estrada , a licensed clinical social worker, psychotherapist, and speaker who specializes in anxiety, stress management, walk-and-talk therapy, men’s issues, and forensic social work. Mariana shares how her journey into social work began in high school and grew from her awareness of underserved communit...

In this powerful episode of the Refine and Shine Podcast , Angelina Rivera sits down with Tim Thomas , founder of Breathwork in Bed , former professional fighter, former Special Forces soldier, and survivor of PTSD, pharmaceutical addiction, alcohol addiction, and deep personal loss. Tim shares how extreme fatigue, trauma, and sleepless nights led him to discover the life-changing power of breathw...

What happens when you stop making excuses and start fully owning your life? In Episode 142 of the Refine & Shine Podcast, Angelina Rivera sits down with entrepreneur, consultant, and podcast host Jeff Williams, also known as “The Construction Cowboy.” With over 35 years of experience in construction, business development, consulting, and finance, Jeff shares powerful wisdom about risk-taking, lead...

In this heartfelt episode of the Refine & Shine Podcast , Angelina Rivera sits down with LC Peterson , a relationship specialist who helps individuals, couples, parents, adult children, and families create healthier and stronger connections. LC shares her journey from broadcast journalism to substance abuse counseling and now into her independent relationship practice. Her passion for relationship...

In this powerful episode of the Refine and Shine Podcast , Angelina Rivera sits down with Dr. Joshua Awesome , also known as Awesome Coach , a coaching psychologist, human flourishing and mental health specialist, author, and social impact entrepreneur. Dr. Awesome shares his journey into coaching, leadership, mental health, and human flourishing, including the powerful mentorship of Dr. Myles Mun...

In Episode 139 of the Refine & Shine Podcast, Angelina Rivera sits down with operations consultant and author Gladian Rivera for a powerful conversation on leadership, burnout, business systems, SOPs, and the evolving role of AI in today’s workplace. Drawing from over 20 years of experience across corrections, healthcare, public service, and federal programs, Gladian shares how she helps small and...

In Episode 138 of the Refine and Shine Podcast, Angelina Rivera sits down with world-renowned hypnotherapist, author, and speaker Tim Shurr to explore how unconscious beliefs shape our lives, relationships, confidence, and success. With over 36 years of experience and 16,000+ hypnotherapy sessions, Tim shares how hypnotherapy helps people overcome anxiety, trauma, self-sabotage, fear, and limiting...

In Episode 137 of the Refine & Shine Podcast , Angelina Rivera sits down with Maria Ellena Tiburcio, global business owner, women’s mentor, and founder of LDC Agency, for a deeply personal conversation about survival, faith, identity, and purpose. After surviving a devastating car accident and spending six months in a coma, Maria’s life completely changed. What followed was a spiritual awakening t...

In Episode 136 of the Refine & Shine Podcast, Angelina Rivera sits down with entrepreneur, tech innovator, and mother of seven, Anne Gottwald, for a raw and inspiring conversation about resilience, rebuilding, and refusing to settle. Anne shares her journey from corporate leadership at Verizon Wireless to scaling multimillion-dollar businesses, all while silently enduring an abusive relationship b...