The Life Shift Podcast

A 12-week daily reflection to help you slow down and notice what’s real. Available now in print on Amazon.

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The Life Shift Podcast
Best Overall Podcast - 2024 Ear Worthy

Honest conversations about becoming who we are after everything changes.

We all have our stories, but through these conversations, we discover communities. We learn that there are commonalities through the ups and downs that we all face. But most importantly, we learn that we are not alone. The Life Shift podcast highlights life-altering moments and humanizes the struggles and triumphs through them all.

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Burnout: Crying in a Dark Theater
Burnout: Crying in a Dark Theater
How We Slowly Rebuild After Loss | Bonus
How We Slowly Rebuild After Loss | Bonus
The Morning She Finally Chose Herself After Burnout
The Morning She Finally Chose Herself After Burnout
The Life Shift Podcast | A New Trailer
The Life Shift Podcast | A New Trailer
Who You Become After Everything Breaks Open | Bonus
Who You Become After Everything Breaks Open | Bonus
Healing Childhood Trauma and Remembering What Never Broke
Healing Childhood Trauma and Remembering What Never Broke
Grief Does Not Look the Same for Everyone | Bonus
Grief Does Not Look the Same for Everyone | Bonus
She Finally Stopped Running From Her Own Story
She Finally Stopped Running From Her Own Story
Learning to Trust Yourself Again | Bonus
Learning to Trust Yourself Again | Bonus
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The Morning She Finally Chose Herself
Jan. 29, 2026

The Morning She Finally Chose Herself

What a Parking Lot Breakdown Taught Lin About Alignment There is a certain kind of moment that sneaks up on you. It looks ordinary from the outside. You are going through your routine. You are doing everything you worked so hard to earn. And yet so…

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Finding the Light That Never Left: What Suzanne Roberts Taught Me About Healing
Jan. 22, 2026

Finding the Light That Never Left: What Suzanne Roberts Taught Me Abo…

Remembering the Self Beneath the Hurt There are conversations that stay in your bones long after the recording stops. My time with Suzanne Roberts was one of them. She grew up in a home that felt polished from the outside and unsafe within. And the…

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Learning to Slow Down and Hear the Truth: What Katie Grimes Taught Me About Self-Awareness
Jan. 15, 2026

Learning to Slow Down and Hear the Truth: What Katie Grimes Taught Me…

Some conversations leave a slight echo in you long after you log off the recording. My time with Katie Grimes did exactly that. Her story is full of the kinds of patterns many of us carry without even noticing. The childhood wounds we normalize. The…

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Reviews

A Safe Space for Powerful, Life-Changing Conversations

"I had the privilege of being a guest on The Life Shift Podcast, and it was an experience I will never forget. Matt gives you the time and space to share the pivotal moments in your life without press…"

Erin Snow | Nov. 5, 2025

Real Conversations, Real People

"Matt has a way of creating a framework for people to come forward with their story and allow them to organically offer the wisdom that is particular to their life shift. He never gets in the way of …"

Leviticus Kreis | Oct. 14, 2022

Conversations we should be having

"In listening to in-depth, candid conversations with a wide range of guests, the listener is treated to real people examining real moments in their lives that changed everything. We all have “shifts” …"

MartyJKlein | Sept. 9, 2022

Thoughtful, insightful and authentic

"Matt has a really lovely way of interviewing his guests that make the conversations such a pleasure to listen to. Highly recommend this podcast for some fresh perspectives and great storytelling!"

ncnc817 | Sept. 4, 2022

Great New Perspective - Thank you!

"Matt, I want to thank you for making your podcast. Thank you! While I’ve been aware of my various life shifts, which I’ve had many. I’m not sure I’ve looked at them as life shifts until listening to …"

AuzBaum | Nov. 29, 2022

A Gift

"This podcast is a gift to anyone who has ever navigated a life shift and felt alone. It’s easy to feel like we’re the “only one” who’s gone through the worst. Matt has a gift of sharing the stories…"

Sarahadams04 | Dec. 14, 2022

A bit biased but…

"As the founder of a company who helps people through life changes, I’m always biased when it comes to podcasts about life changes - but this is the REAL DEAL! I love this podcast and learn something …"

Livmarch | Jan. 3, 2023

Such helpful information

"I struggle with change and one can only drive their friends crazy with “if I do/if I don’t” lists for so long 😉. I love the concept of this podcast and the host has engaging and helpful conversations…"

Cdraw18 | Jan. 3, 2023

Masterful!

"Matt is masterful in his episodes, which has me hooked. From the questions he asks his guests, which always pull out the most golden of nuggets, to his tonality and demeanor, he’s masterful!"

BillionDollarMatt | Jan. 17, 2023

Motivational stories and great dialogue

"Matt does a great job of engaging with the guests and getting them to comfortably share their stories of pivotal life moments. Each story is motivational and inspiring."

SIMPLEbrandWithMattLyles | Jan. 17, 2023

Fascinating

"I’m not only amazed at the interesting stories and people Matt finds, but also appreciated the community he is creating around his ideas!"

Whitney Johnson | Jan. 21, 2023

A Truly PIVOTAL Podcast!

"Matt Gilhooly, host of The Life Shift Podcast, is extremely adept at getting his guests to be vulnerable and engage them in intimate dialogue as if they've been friends for years. He's a natural stor…"

Parle Gee | March 10, 2023

Significant, powerful stories

"If you're a fan of inspiring stories and personal growth, you won't want to miss this podcast. The show features interviews with people from all walks of life who have experienced a pivotal moment th…"

Down Easy Street | March 23, 2023

An amazing time

"I was featured on the podcast. I want to start off by saying telling my story is hard. I don't talk often about the grief and loss surrounding my brother. Myself and my story was treated with respect…"

Daniel Rinaldi | March 28, 2023

So Many Great Stories & Lessons

"Matt is an amazing host who asks thoughtful questions. He truly cares about his guests, their stories and not only what they’ve learned but what more can be discovered from their experiences. Matt is…"

MrsGlogo | May 4, 2023

A natural born storyteller

"Matt is such a natural at having easy, beautiful, and flowing conversations and creating a safe space with his guests in which to have them. I was instantly hooked the moment I started listening, and…"

Venussama | May 9, 2023

Honest, Uplifting, and Unforgettable

"The Life Shift Podcast is a masterclass in vulnerability and resilience. Matt’s thoughtful, warm approach invites guests to share the raw, real stories behind life’s turning points. Each episode is a…"

Lisa Sugarman | May 21, 2025

A truly inspiring podcast

"A truly inspiring podcast from Matt and his guests. His knack for empathy, and knowing when to listen instead of talking, allows guests to share their story openly and without pause. A wonderful show…"

DannyBrownCA | Sept. 14, 2023

Great stories, great host

"Story sharing at its finest! Matt clearly cares about what he’s doing and the people he’s interacting with. His ability to get to the heart of a story, yet stay compassionate, is a beautiful gift."

jpeterkin | March 7, 2024

Inspirational stories

"Inspirational series about people making positive changes in their lives. Great series that is more than worth your time."

JayTrotter2 | July 11, 2024

The Life Shift podcast is truly a gem!

"Matt Gilhooly is an exceptionally gracious host, guiding conversations with care and tact. Each episode dives deep into pivotal moments that have reshaped the lives of his guests, offering profound i…"

Nina Rodriguez, @griefandlight | Aug. 15, 2024
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The Life Shift Podcast

Candid conversations with people about the pivotal moments that changed their lives forever.

We all have our stories, but through these conversations, we discover communities. We learn that there are commonalities through the ups and downs that we all face. But most importantly, we learn that we are not alone. The Life Shift podcast highlights life-altering moments and humanizes the struggles and triumphs through them all.

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