Small Changes Big Shifts

In this special 600th episode of Small Changes, Big Shifts , Dr. Michelle Robin, Bayleigh Soza, and guest host Joel Goldberg celebrate the podcast's journey and the impact of small changes . They discuss the importance of building healthy habits, staying connected, and focusing on the basics of wellness, including sleep, nutrition, movement, gratitude, and community.   They also reflect on learnin...

A former foster child and adoptee who now leads Cornerstones of Care, Merideth Rose 's journey is rooted in resilience, healing, and the belief that everyone deserves to feel safe and seen. Drawing from her own experiences with trauma and the people who surrounded her with kindness, Mer i d e th shares how those lessons continue to shape the way she leads, serves families, and creates healthier co...

Author, entrepreneur, and longtime advocate for children, Peter Samuelson returns to Small Changes Big Shifts with a powerful vision for making kindness more visible, measurable, and contagious. Inspired by his work with foster youth and years of building social-impact organizations, Peter shares the story behind Ripple of Kindness (ROK), a movement designed to help one act of kindness inspire ano...

At 70, Linda Loveless is embracing a new chapter of identity, purpose, and self-discovery through her book Becoming Her Again. After navigating grief, long COVID, loss, and seasons of feeling disconnected from herself, Linda shares how healing helped her reclaim her confidence and rediscover who she is becoming. Her journey encourages women to release what no longer serves them, trust themselves,...

Dr. Michael Roizen returns for Part 2 of the conversation on longevity, healthspan , and the future of healthy aging. Building on the previous discussion, he dives deeper into The Great Age Reboot and the emerging science behind extending not just lifespan, but years of health, mobility, and vitality. From brain health and stress management to nutrition, movement, purpose, and the latest advances...

Our daily choices can shape not only how long we live, but how well we live. Dr. Michael Roizen challenges us to rethink aging by exploring how nutrition, movement, prevention, and personal motivation can influence our health trajectory.   Drawing from decades of medical experience and longevity research, Dr. Roizen shares why finding your personal "why" is essential to lasting change and how well...

What began as one family's search for a safe place for their daughter to recover became a mission to help hundreds of others find stability, accountability, and hope. Rob and Anissa Elsey share the personal story behind In the Name of Grace and how their daughter's struggle with substance use disorder inspired them to expand recovery housing across Missouri. Their journey is a powerful reminder of...

What happens when the place you built to help others heal becomes part of your own story of becoming? As Dr. Michelle Robin approaches 60, she reflects on her journey from starting a small chiropractic practice to creating Your Wellness Connection—a space intentionally designed around healing, connection, and whole-person wellness.   In this heartfelt conversation, Dr. Michelle shares why she is e...

Your thyroid may be small, but it plays a major role in your energy, metabolism, hormones, mood, and overall health. In this conversation, Dr. Michelle Robin and Bayleigh Soza sit down with Dr. Alicia Johnson to discuss common thyroid conditions, why symptoms can occur even when labs appear normal, and the importance of looking beyond surface-level answers.   Together, they explore how stress, nut...

Sometimes the symptoms we experience are not the real problem. They are messages from the body asking us to pay attention. In this reflective episode, Dr. Michelle Robin and Bayleigh Soza unpack the powerful lessons from their recent series on self-violation, trauma, stress, and finding your voice. Together, they explore how chronic stress, suppressed emotions, unresolved experiences, and daily ha...

Peace begins by listening to what your body has been trying to tell you all along. Dr. Michelle Robin and Bayleigh Soza are joined by somatic therapist Brooke S ei z to explore how stress, trauma, and the nervous system shape our physical and emotional well-being. Brooke shares how reconnecting with the body through curiosity, awareness, and self-compassion can help us move beyond simply managing...

Behind every emergency is a story of resilience, sacrifice, and unseen challenges.  K arla Perez Solorzano, Executive Director of Healing Heroic Healers, shares her journey from 25 years as a frontline healthcare professional to creating a mission focused on supporting first responders through trauma, burnout, and healing.    Through an honest conversation with Dr. Michelle Robin and Bayleigh Soza...

One conversation can change the way you see violence, healing, and hope. Danny Ramos shares his extraordinary journey from gang life and a life sentence to becoming a leader helping create safer communities through compassion, connection, and second chances. Inspired by his mother's unwavering love and belief in him, Danny transformed his life and discovered a purpose far greater than his past.  ...

Healing begins the moment you choose your own voice over the noise around you. In this opening episode of the Courage to Be Whole series, Dr. Michelle Robin and Bayleigh Soza explore how self-awareness, faith, curiosity, and grace help us reconnect with who we are. They discuss why growth is an ongoing journey and how small, intentional choices lead to lasting transformation.   The conversation al...

Leadership  isn't  defined by a  title ,   it's   revealed through  how we serve, connect, and empower others. In Part 2 of our conversation with Dr. DeAngela Burns-Wallace, we dive into her book Made for This and explore how faith, purpose, courage, and authentic relationships shape meaningful leadership. She shares why investing in people always creates lasting impact and how leading with compas...

True leadership begins with service, grows through community, and creates opportunities that last for generations. Dr. DeAngela Burns-Wallace shares how her family's legacy of compassion, the wisdom of her grandmother, and her Kansas City roots shaped her journey from public service to leading the Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation. She  reflects  the importance of showing up for others, leading wit...

Good health  isn't  built through quick fixes— it's  created through consistent daily choices, meaningful relationships, and a commitment to showing up for yourself. In this thoughtful conversation, Dr. Michelle Robin sits down with longtime friend and family physician Dr. Chris E h ly to explore the evolving landscape of men's health, the importance of preventive care, and why more men are beginn...

The way we care for ourselves today shapes the life  we're  able to live tomorrow. In this heartfelt conversation, Dr. Michelle Robin and Bayleigh So z a sit down with Dr. Eric Phillips, chiropractor, business owner, husband, and father, to explore what it means to pursue health with intention. Dr. Eric shares how fatherhood transformed his perspective on wellness, shifting it from personal goals...

Power is often found in presence, not perfection—and Brandon McAnderson brings that truth to life in this deeply reflective conversation. From redefining partnership through awareness and intention, to unpacking the inner stories men carry about identity, masculinity, and self-worth, Brandon shares a grounded perspective on what it means to show up fully in relationships, fatherhood, and community...

What if better health starts with the small  choices you make every day? In this conversation, Dr. Michelle Robin and Bayleigh Soza sit down with Dr. Sean Cailteux to explore men's health, prevention, and the power of living with purpose. Drawing from his experiences as a chiropractor, father of five, and wellness advocate, Dr. Sean shares how movement, hydration, nutrition, and self-care create t...

A broken heart is never just emotional—it can become deeply physical. Nurse practitioner Jessica Love shares her powerful journey from ICU nurse to patient after experiencing stress-induced cardiomyopathy, also known as "broken heart syndrome," during her clinical training. What began as subtle symptoms of fatigue and chest pressure quickly escalated into a life-threatening cardiac event, reshapin...

Heart disease  remains  the leading cause of death for women, yet so many women still  don't  realize how much power they have to change their future health. In this eye-opening conversation, Dr. Michelle Dew shares why understanding your heart health early can save your life later. From the impact of stress, hormones, menopause, and pregnancy to the importance of knowing your blood pressure, chol...

Healing begins long before a diagnosis, it starts with feeling seen, heard, and cared for. Pediatrician, mentor, and health equity advocate Dr. Tyler  Smith  shares a heartfelt conversation about caring for children, supporting families, and leading with purpose. From discovering her passion for pediatrics at  a young age  to mentoring the next generation of healthcare leaders, Dr. Tyler  reflects...

In this Mother's Day episode of Small Changes Big Shifts, Dr. Michelle Robin and Bayleigh Soza reflect on the many forms of motherhood from raising children to being mentors and "bonus moms." They honor the women who shaped them while acknowledging the beauty and complexity of the journey.   Through personal stories, they emphasize self-compassion, healing, and letting go of perfection. Their mess...

This episode explores what it means to feel at home within yourself. Dr. Zippy shares simple and practical ways to build happiness from within using her JOY Framework, focusing on self-awareness, inner alignment, and living with intention instead of just going through the motions.   Dr. Zippy is a  happiness  consultant and transformational coach who helps people move from burnout to lasting wellb...