Your Coach Charlene: Where purpose meets wellness, and whispers become movement

Join Coach Charlene as she interviews Deb Hatanaka, a medical practice consultant, coach, and speaker who is revolutionizing the healthcare industry with disruptive technology that measures the nutritional status of patients. In this episode of "When the Moment Chooses You," Deb shares her vision of creating a better healthcare system that prioritizes nutrition to boost patient outcomes and preven...

In this episode, we are joined by Dr. Tiffany M. Montgomery, Coordinator of Women’s Services at Medical City Las Colinas in Irving, Texas. With a PhD in Nursing from UCLA and multiple degrees in nursing, health policy research, and African-American studies, Dr. Montgomery is a passionate advocate for increased diversity, equity, and inclusion in nursing. She manages a Level II Maternal Program and...

In this episode of "When the Moment Chooses You," host Charlene Johnson speaks with Mark Gaines about his work in equity, inclusion, and diversity, and the importance of allyship and vulnerability. Mark shares his unique perspective as someone who grew up with family members involved in the civil rights movement and how that has influenced his work. He also talks about making key decisions in his...

In this episode of "When the Moment Chooses You," host Coach Charlene sits down with Dr. Taylor to discuss her powerful journey in education. Dr. Taylor, who hails from Southern California, shares how her mother, who was part of the Great Migration out of the South, instilled a strong value of education in her and her siblings. Dr. Taylor goes on to talk about her own educational journey, includin...

The podcast "When the Moment Chooses You" with host Coach Charlene features a special guest, Cherie, discussing the importance of Black history. Cherie highlights that Black history is important for everyone as it is a significant part of the culture both in the United States and across the world. She emphasizes the importance of teaching Black history not just in schools, but also in households,...

In this episode of "When the Moment Chooses You," host Coach Charlene speaks with guest Marlon Clemmon  about their experiences and perspectives on Black history and activism. Marlon Clemmon, a Sacramento native and self-described "country boy from the South," discusses how his personal beliefs and experiences have led him to become a voice for marginalized communities. Coach Charlene also re...

In this episode of the podcast "When the Moment Chooses You,"  Tanya Scott Cannady shares her personal experiences and insights on the importance of Black history in the healthcare industry. Tanya, an experienced leader in the healthcare industry, discusses how her background as a Black nurse with a master's degree led to her recruitment to Mississippi and the realization of the strength of d...

Join Coach Charlene as she honors Black History Month by sharing stories from trailblazers and change agents in the black community. Listen to their journey and learn how you can support and be an ally in the fight for equality. Don't miss this inspiring and informative series!

In this episode of the podcast, we sit down with Jessica Van Leuven, MSN-CNL, NE-BC, CCEP, a Nurse Manager who shares her experiences working in healthcare. Jessica delves into the challenges she faced working with difficult families and the emotional toll it can take. She also talks about her involvement in the Care task coach program, which focuses on self-care and understanding healing environm...

In this episode, we are excited to welcome Dr. Phyllis Quinlan, a highly-regarded expert in the field of nursing and healthcare leadership. As the founder and president of MFW Consultants, Dr. Quinlan brings decades of experience as a staff nurse, educator, nurse executive, and internal coach in a variety of clinical settings. She specializes in executive coaching, leadership development, and pers...

In this episode, Shola Richards shares his insights on how to overcome adversity and find purpose in life. Drawing on his own experiences and the lessons he has learned, Shola offers practical tips and strategies for overcoming challenges and obstacles, and for discovering and pursuing your passions and goals. Whether you're facing a difficult situation, struggling to find meaning and direction, o...

In this episode, Ije Enu discusses the importance of defining your own version of success and how to effectively set and work towards achieving your goals and dreams. Through practical tips and strategies, Enu helps viewers identify their priorities and create a plan for reaching their desired outcomes. Whether you're looking to succeed in your career, relationships, or personal endeavors, this vi...

In this episode, Jean Watson discusses how she is redefining nursing and healthcare by emphasizing the importance of human caring and the therapeutic relationship between the nurse and patient. Watson, a renowned nursing theorist and professor, shares her insights on how a more compassionate and holistic approach to healthcare can improve patient outcomes and overall well-being. Whether you are a...

In this episode, Shola Richards discusses the issue of mean behavior in the workplace and explores the reasons why people may act this way. He examines possible underlying causes and offers suggestions for addressing and preventing mean behavior at work. Whether you're a victim of workplace meanness or simply want to understand why it happens, this video provides valuable insights and practical ti...

In today’s episode we’re having a conversation with  Latasha Griffin, she  is a Board-Certified Family Nurse Practitioner and Aesthetic Injector of At Your Best Wellness & Aesthetics Nursing Corp located in Elk Grove, Ca. She earned her Bachelor of Nursing degree from the University of Missouri, Saint Louis. She also holds a Master of Nursing degree in family medicine. Having amassed...

In today's episode we are talking with Seam Smith, Sean Smith is a father of 2, husband of 1, author, speaker, actor, poet, songwriter  & the owner of Elite Success Systems, a personal development and human  healing company.    At the age of 13, he was nearly killed by his next-door neighbor in a hit-and-run  accident while riding his bicycle to school. Police said the...

In today's episode we are talking with Sean Smith, Sean Smith is a father of 2, husband of 1, author, speaker, actor, poet, songwriter  & the owner of Elite Success Systems, a personal development and human  healing company.    At the age of 13, he was nearly killed by his next-door neighbor in a hit-and-run  accident while riding his bicycle to school. Police said the...

In today's episode we have the honor to be joined by Christina D. Eskridge, She is a performing artist, teaching artist, director, playwrightand public health professional, holding a Master’s Degree in Public Health from UC Berkeley. For the past decade,Christina has worked to fuse her two passions of health and theater through performance, her teaching artistry, and her extensive work in health c...

In this episode Coach Charlene is interviewing herself! Coach Charlene’s purpose is to bring transformation by creating and inspiring destiny moments because every heartbeat matters...  When the Moment chooses you will engage in compassionate courageous conversations with some of the most daring trailblazers and change agents in organizations, corporations and the world who dared to respond t...

In today's episode Coach charlene will be wrapping up the series "for the love of nursing" a series where Charlene had great conversation with health care professionals. Special thanks to all of the guests for Joining us at when the moment chooses you, for the love of nursing. Rayne Soriano: https://youtu.be/3xj9NOrwWzQ Grissel Hernandez: https://youtu.be/pLb2xfDBU0o TANYA SCOTT CANNADY: https://y...

In today’s episode we are Joined by Rayne Soriano who serves as the KP Hawaii Regional Director of Operations and Nursing Professional Practice.  Prior to this role he served as the Regional Director of Professional Development and Education in Kaiser Permanente Northern California, where he worked with regional and local leaders to design and implement residency, specialty educational initia...

Today’s guest is Grisell Hernandez, Grissel is a Caritas Coach and Executive Director at Stanford Health Care Center for Education and Professional Development (CEPD).  She has over 25 years of nursing experience in holistic nursing, public health, community nursing, maternal newborn, nursing administration, and professional development. Grissel is an Adjunct Faculty for Watson Caring Sc...

In today’s episode we are honored to have a conversation with  TANYA SCOTT CANNADY, a registered nurse with a diverse background in clinical and educational knowledge. She  has functioned over the past 30 years as a transformational leader and disruptor, purposefully seeking professional  connections, partnerships, and collaborations that encouraged maximum utilization of her abilit...

ABOUT WHEN THE MOMENT CHOOSES YOU PODCAST Coach Charlene’s purpose is to bring transformation by creating and inspiring destiny moments because every heartbeat matters...  When the Moment chooses you will engage in compassionate courageous conversations with some of the most daring trailblazers and change agents in organizations, corporations and the world who dared to respond to those destin...

In today’s episode we are joined by Sara Horton. Dr. Horton-Deutsch has led in academic and practice settings for 35 years as an advanced practice psychiatric/mental health nurse, teacher/practitioner, consultant, program director, caring science endowed chair, coach, and academic/practice partnership director. In 2022, she was inducted into the Global American Holistic Nursing. Through her academ...