Michelle Dutro

The Game Changer Podcast

The Game Changer Podcast explores the intersection of health, purpose, and performance — spotlighting leaders, clinicians, and creators who turn adversity into growth. Hosted by Michelle Dutro — Air Force veteran, former firefighter, PTSD nonprofit founder, and founder of Inner North Star Retreat — each episode blends candid conversations with science-backed tools for stress mastery, mental fitness, and resilience. This is a show for curious, growth-minded people who believe the best chapters of their lives are still ahead of them — and who want real conversations, new ideas, and the kind of g...

Author

Michelle Dutro

Category

Education

Podcast website

www.buzzsprout.com

Latest episode

Jul 7, 2026

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Episodes

153: Unbeatable Mind with Ret. Navy SEAL Commander, and Founder of Seal Fit, Mark Divine (Part 1) 20.10.2025

Send us Fan Mail Summary: In this engaging conversation, Mark Divine shares his journey from a small-town upbringing to becoming a Navy SEAL commander and leadership coach. He discusses the pivotal moments in his life that shaped his character, including the influence of nature, the importance of meditation, and the role of visualization in achieving success. Mark emphasizes the significance of fi...

152: Give Yourself Grace: Why Self-Compassion Is Your Secret Weapon 16.10.2025

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Game Changer podcast, Michelle Dutro explores the concept of grace, particularly in the context of self-compassion. She emphasizes the importance of acknowledging our accomplishments rather than focusing on shortcomings, and how this mindset can lead to positive momentum in our lives. Drawing parallels with dog training, she advocates for rewarding good beha...

151: The Musical Plant That Changed Everything with Tigrilla Gardenia 13.10.2025

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Game Changer Podcast, host Michelle Dutro speaks with Tigrilla Gardenia, a nature-inspired mentor, about the profound connection between humans and plants. Tigrilla shares her journey of discovering the 'musical plant' that awakened her understanding of plant communication and consciousness. The conversation delves into how plants can teach us abou...

150: The #1 Mistake People Make In Interviews, With Top Recruiter Halle Dutro, (My Daughter) 09.10.2025

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Game Changer podcast, host Michelle Dutro celebrates the 150th episode with her daughter Hallie, a talent acquisition manager. They discuss the current job market, resume crafting, the importance of LinkedIn, social media's impact on job searching, networking strategies, interview preparation, handling job dissatisfaction, and parenting for positivity....

149: How To Beat Perfectionism with Glen Lubbert 06.10.2025

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Game Changer podcast, host Michelle Dutro interviews Glen Lubbert, a former NCAA athlete turned tech entrepreneur and founder of Stamina Lab. They discuss the impact of chronic stress and burnout, the importance of mindfulness and behavior change, and practical tools for fostering a positive mindset. Glen shares his journey of transformation, emphasizing the...

148: From Corporate Burnout to Health Advocate with Chelsea McLeod 02.10.2025

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Game Changer podcast, host Michelle Dutro interviews Chelsea McLeod, founder of the Healthy Hustle Method. Chelsea shares her journey from a high-stress corporate life to becoming a health advocate for women. She discusses the impact of stress on health, the wake-up call she experienced during COVID, and the importance of making dietary changes for hormonal...

147: Mid-life Weight Loss Myths Busted with Bestselling Author, Alison Bladh 29.09.2025

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Game Changer podcast, Michelle Dutro interviews Alison Bladh, who empowers women over 40 to reclaim their vitality through nutrition, lifestyle changes, and self-care. They discuss the importance of connection through food, the detrimental effects of stress on digestion, and the need to focus on adding nourishing foods rather than restrictive diets. Alison b...

146: The Power of Your Words 25.09.2025

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Game Changer podcast, Michelle Dutro explores the profound impact of the spoken word on relationships and society. She emphasizes the importance of being impeccable with our words, drawing from various philosophical and religious teachings. The conversation delves into the challenges of truthfulness in communication, the necessity of kindness, and the intent...

145: Your Brain on Breaking News: Everyday Hypnosis & How to Choose Intention with Garrett Wood 22.09.2025

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Game Changer podcast, host Michelle Dutro engages with Garrett Wood, a hypnotherapist and founder of Gnosis Therapy, to explore the psychological impacts of divisiveness in today's world. They discuss the role of hypnosis in addressing subconscious beliefs related to money and health, the influence of media and social media on mental health, and the imp...

144: Navigating Burnout in a Chaotic World 18.09.2025

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Game Changer podcast, Michelle Dutro discusses the impact of constant news consumption and social media on our mental health, and emphasizes the importance of taking personal responsibility for our reactions. Michelle encourages listeners to find proactive ways to maintain calm and mental well-being amidst the chaos. Chapters 00:00 Navigating Burnout and Ove...

143: Unlocking Resilience: A Conversation with Michael Ostrolenk 15.09.2025

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Game Changer podcast, Michelle Dutro engages in a profound conversation with Michael Ostrilenk about resilience, particularly in the context of recent tragic events. They explore the definition of resilience, its emotional, interpersonal, and physical pillars, and the importance of understanding and managing emotions. Michael emphasizes the need for self-awa...

142: The Power of Perception in Shaping Reality 11.09.2025

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Game Changer Podcast, Michelle Dutro explores the profound impact of perception and beliefs on our reality. She discusses the Rosenhan experiment, which highlights how judgments can be flawed and how our minds tend to reinforce our beliefs. Through various studies, she illustrates the self-fulfilling prophecy effect, emphasizing that our mindset shapes our e...

141: David Trotter: Why Your Story Matters 08.09.2025

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Game Changer podcast, Michelle Dutro interviews David Trotter, exploring his journey from a pastor in Kentucky to a successful entrepreneur and creator of Awaken Magazine. David shares his experiences with burnout, mental health, and the importance of self-acceptance. He emphasizes the shift from performance to service and the power of storytelling in connec...

140: My Internal Struggle With Authenticity 04.09.2025

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Game Changer podcast, Michelle Dutro discusses the significance of mastermind meetings and the importance of authenticity in self-identity. She shares her personal experiences from a recent mastermind event, where she was encouraged to embrace her true self, despite societal pressures to conform. The conversation emphasizes the value of surrounding oneself w...

139: The Moment I Discovered My Inner North Star | Featured in Awakened Magazine 01.09.2025

Send us Fan Mail Explore the remarkable journey of Michelle Dutro, an Air Force veteran and former firefighter, as she shares her path to founding the Inner North Star Retreat Center. In this episode, Michelle discusses her transition from crisis response to preventative healing, revealing the pivotal moments that led her to embrace a life of spiritual guidance and personal development.  Subscribe...

138: Taking An Uber To Catch An Amazon Delivery Van 28.08.2025

Send us Fan Mail Join Michelle Dutro on a whirlwind adventure through San Diego as she chases down an Amazon delivery, only to discover the power of enthusiasm and positive language. From near tears to triumphant cheers, this episode of the Game Changer Podcast is a testament to how our words and attitudes can transform everyday experiences. Don't miss the inspiring story of Tino, the Uber dr...

137: The Game Changer Podcast Relaunch: Mental Health Insights with Kathy Gruver, PhD 25.08.2025

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Game Changer podcast, Michelle Dutro relaunches the show with guest Kathy Gruver, PhD, who shares her extensive background in natural health and wellness. They discuss the ongoing stress levels in the world, effective tools for managing anxiety, the importance of language and affirmations, and navigating social obligations without guilt. The conversation als...

136: It’s time to get rid of the “clutter” that is holding you back. 10.01.2020

Send us Fan Mail Well, here we are at the start of the first full week of the new year! How are the new resolutions, the new ways of thinking, and the new habits going? If you are still dabbling your toes in the pool of change, and unsure if carrot juice, a yoga class, or a 5K will make the biggest difference… consider this: Anything you would like to see improvement on, whether that is your healt...

133: What is your “4 minute mile” goal for 2020? 01.01.2020

Send us Fan Mail Happy New Year! Before you commit to your 2020 goals, make sure that you aren't limiting yourself by what you think is impossible. In this episode, I discuss the impact of Roger Bannister who on May 6th, 1954 was the first person in history to break the 4-minute mile barrier. While this was certainly history-making, what followed changed the way we look goal setting and what...

132: Wow! That was one long hiatus! 31.12.2019

Send us Fan Mail Hello and almost Happy New Year! I thought long and hard about how I wanted this kick-off show to go. Better said, how I want this next decade and chapter to go. One thing that's certain, is that I will be transparent about the good and bad, and do everything in my power to help you to believe that anything is possible. For that to happen we need to challenge what we believe...

131: What Happens When You Realize The Coolest Person In The Room Is… Your Mom!?!? 12.05.2017

Send us Fan Mail Happy Mother’s Day! I am blessed to have an amazing mom, and I am the mom of two incredible daughters.  And as much as I look forward to this day each year, there has not been a time where I really had to reevaluate what it means to be a “great mom” as I have this week. In this episode I have the opportunity to read an article from a newspaper written about my mother, that had me...

131: What Happens When You Realize The Coolest Person In The Room Is… Your Mom!?!? 12.05.2017

Send us Fan Mail Happy Mother’s Day! I am blessed to have an amazing mom, and I am the mom of two incredible daughters.  And as much as I look forward to this day each year, there has not been a time where I really had to reevaluate what it means to be a “great mom” as I have this week. In this episode I have the opportunity to read an article from a newspaper written about my mother, that had me...

130: After Being On The Road Again, I’m Back! 06.05.2017

Send us Fan Mail After a three month hiatus, I am so happy to be back!  Lots of new and exciting things coming up.  I hope you tune in to the next few upcoming episodes where I will be letting you know about everything headed your way.  Some of the exciting events coming up include: a new podcast, a new location for me (yes again), and retreats I will be hosting.  So much more to come… I am so exc...

129: When Mindfulness Meets A Self-Serving Fork In The Road… 11.02.2017

Send us Fan Mail Mindfulness.  There are magazines, blogs, books, and hundreds of courses available on this topic.  I have also recorded several podcasts about this, as well.  Yet while I was in London at a conference, I had the opportunity to view mindfulness in a whole new light. I believe most people have the ability to be kind and considerate when things are going well.  It’s easy to be mindfu...

128: Perspectives On Meditation, Consciousness, And Your Next Social Media Post 30.01.2017

Send us Fan Mail I think most people when faced with a situation that feels much larger than us, have felt, “What impact can I truly have?” So we go through life believing that our thoughts, our words, or our actions, have no consequence in the big picture.  If that’s the case, then what is, collective consciousness?  Here’s one definition, so that we are all on the same page: Collective conscious...

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