The Change Catalyst Podcast

In this deeply honest episode of the Change Catalyst Podcast, Amanda Webb sits down with Michelle Bundek, a wife, mother, former firefighter, educator, and first responder spouse whose life has been shaped by service, sacrifice, and resilience. Michelle shares her journey growing up on her family farm in Delaware, marrying a U.S. Marine turned firefighter/paramedic, and navigating the realities of...

In this episode of the Change Catalyst Podcast, TJ sits down with Paul Cullen, former member of the legendary rock & roll band Bad Company, to explore a life defined by reinvention. Paul takes us behind the scenes of the glory days of rock and roll—life on the road, the music, the excess, and the moments that shaped him during one of the most iconic eras in music history. But this conversation...

In this powerful episode of the Change Catalyst Podcast, host TJ Webb sits down with Matt Morgan, a survivor of the devastating 2015 Amtrak train derailment that claimed eight lives and injured more than 200 people. Matt shares an intimate look into the moment his life changed forever—what he saw, what he felt, and how he fought to survive in the chaos. But this conversation goes far beyond the in...

In this powerful episode of the Change Catalyst Podcast , TJ sits down with Adam Kramer , whose story is a testament to redemption, purpose, and second chances. Adam spent more than six years in federal prison for drug trafficking—time that forced him to confront who he was and who he wanted to become. Behind those walls, Adam found faith , clarity, and a calling to do more with his life than he e...

In this episode, we sit down with director and creative storyteller Steve Jawn to trace his journey from growing up in Delco , to making the leap to Los Angeles , and eventually landing in Nashville , where he built his production company, The 1010 Creative . Steve shares how his early days shaped his creative instincts, the lessons learned navigating the LA scene, and what inspired him to plant r...

The road from a Delaware diamond to an MLB infield looks glamorous from the stands, but the real story lives in details most people never see. Zack Gelof sits down with us to unpack the moments that shaped him: a community that expected excellence, a recruiting path built on speed and strength gains, and a draft day so chaotic he missed the call because his phone died. We get the sights and sounds...

Send us a text A single line of Scripture set Jordan on a path to justice—and years later, a scuffed police break room sent her somewhere entirely new. We sit down to unpack a career that spans federal probation, the secure halls of NSA, and the criminal cases of NCIS, then follow the pivot into a purpose-built coffee company designed to remodel first responder break rooms. It’s a story about call...

Send us a text A college friendship, a campus tragedy, and a life rebuilt with quiet strength. That’s the arc of Gina’s story—told with candor, heart, and the kind of wisdom you only earn by living through the unthinkable. We start with dorms, sororities, and a house that was memorable for all the wrong reasons, then everything shifts: an off-campus party, strangers with a knife, and the shock tha...

Send us a text A routine department physical turned into a life-altering phone call: “Get to the ER now.” Kevin takes us from blue-collar beginnings in Delaware through Army Reserve missteps, into Air Force Fire Crash Rescue on the tarmac with Air Force One, and later to deployments where mortar fire and field training with Kurdish partners rewired his idea of urgency. Years later, as a state troo...

Send us a text In this episode of The Change Catalyst, I sit down with Aquiles Demerutis — a man whose story embodies transformation. From growing up in Mexico and overcoming addiction, to building what became known as one of the best taco restaurants in the world, Aquiles’s journey is one of grit, redemption, and relentless drive. After achieving massive success in the restaurant industry, he mad...

Send us a text In this episode of The Change Catalyst , I sit down with Scott Kammerer , CEO of SoDel Concepts , to talk about leadership, resilience, and carrying on a legacy. Scott shares how growing up as a wrestler shaped his mindset — teaching him discipline, hard work, and how to face adversity head-on. We also dive into the emotional chapter of his life when he took over SoDel Concepts afte...

Send us a text In this episode of The Change Catalyst, host Amanda Webb sits down with Rachael Richardson, a small business owner with an incredible story of resilience and reinvention. Rachael opens up about her climb from the restaurant industry to surviving a life-changing accident that led to brain surgery — and how that moment became the spark for a whole new chapter. From recovery to entrepr...

Send us a text In this episode of The Change Catalyst, I sit down with Joseph Dittmar — a 9/11 survivor who was in the South Tower of the World Trade Center on the 106th floor when the attacks began. Joe shares his harrowing experience of that day, walking us through the moments of confusion, chaos, and ultimately, survival. But this isn’t just a story about escaping tragedy — it’s about perspecti...

Send us a text In this episode of The Change Catalyst, I sit down with Jimmy Kirlin, the founder of Beachin Bash and a true example of resilience. Jimmy shares his powerful story of building a small business while living with Dysautonomia—a condition that dramatically changed the course of his life. He opens up about his early struggles, including a period where he attempted suicide, and how he fo...

Send us a text In this episode of The Change Catalyst , I sit down with my police academy classmate and friend, Joel Diaz—a police officer and passionate mental health advocate. Joel opens up about his journey growing up in South Chicago, the realities of working in law enforcement, and the challenges officers face when it comes to mental health. We dive into the stigma around seeking help in the...

Send us a text In this inspiring episode of The Change Catalyst Podcast , we sit down with Bekah Yanacek — nurse, transformation coach, and first-time bikini fitness competitor. Bekah opens up about hitting a low point in her life, standing in front of the mirror unhappy with who she had become, and making the life-changing decision to rewrite her story. From reclaiming her health and mindset to s...

Send us a text In this powerful episode of The Change Catalyst Podcast, we sit down with Vance Row—a former police officer, 911 dispatcher, mental health advocate, and founder of YOGA Rescue. With years of firsthand experience on the front lines of crisis, Vance shares his deeply personal journey through trauma, healing, and transformation. We dive into:The emotional toll of life in law enforcemen...

Send us a text In this powerful episode of The Change Catalyst Podcast, we sit down with Kyle Shaffer — fitness figure competitor, philanthropist, and founder of the Shaffer Family Foundation. Kyle shares her journey from the competitive fitness world to becoming a driving force behind Rally for Our First Responders, an annual fundraiser in Delaware that has raised over $400,000 in support of loca...

Send us a text In the very first episode of The Change Catalyst Podcast, host TJ Webb sits down with Amanda Webb to introduce the mission behind the show: sparking conversations that inspire growth, resilience, and meaningful transformation. Together, they dive into what listeners can expect from future episodes—powerful stories, honest reflections, and strategies for navigating life’s biggest tra...