What if that pivotal moment was just the beginning?

Dreams Episodes

June 17, 2025

Leaving the Expected Path – Danny Suede’s Creative Life

In this episode, I talk with artist and creative nomad Danny Suede about the bold decision he made as a teenager that changed everything, and how that one moment opened the door to a life he never imagined — one full of art, travel, and purposeful creation. Danny’s story reminds us that we can r…

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March 11, 2025

How Audrey Faust Broke Free from the Poverty Line to Build Wealth

Have you ever felt stuck in a financial rut, wondering if there's a way out? In this inspiring episode of the Life Shift podcast, I sit down with Audrey Faust, a business financial coach who transformed her life from struggling at the poverty line to becoming a millionaire.

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Feb. 11, 2025

Turning Chaos into Purpose: Jackie Otero’s Life After Divorce

In this episode of The Life Shift Podcast, Jackie Otero, a dedicated family mediator and passionate business owner, opens up about her inspiring journey through personal and professional challenges. She shares a pivotal moment that transformed her life—navigating the complexities of her marriage to…

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Jan. 21, 2025

Embracing Change: How Loss Became a Catalyst for Self-Discovery for C…

Caren Paskel shares her inspiring journey of transformation and resilience following the profound loss of her husband, David, to brain cancer. Her story is a powerful testament to the human spirit's ability to find purpose and joy amidst life's challenges. Caren emphasizes the importance of self-be…

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Jan. 14, 2025

The Courage to Dream Again: Leah Fisher's Transformative Marriage Sab…

Leah Fisher shares her transformative journey of self-discovery, which began after her father's death and culminated in a life-changing solo marriage sabbatical in her 60s. For over 40 years, she held a dream of joining the Peace Corps but let societal expectations steer her away from it.

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Dec. 31, 2024

From Stuck to Unstoppable: How Mythology Transformed Allison Stieger'…

Allison Stieger's life took a transformative turn when she embarked on a journey to India, seeking a connection with the goddess Kali. Feeling stuck in the "land of the dead" after significant weight loss surgery, she realized she needed a profound shock to reignite her spirit. Her experiences in I…

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Aug. 27, 2024

From Car Crash to Conquering the Seven Second Summits | Jenn Drummond

In this episode of The Life Shift, Jenn Drummond, a mother of seven, mountaineer, and author of the book "BreakProof," shares her incredible journey of personal transformation that began with a life-threatening car accident in 2018. This near-fatal experience ignited a profound shift in her perspec…

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Feb. 27, 2024

Overcoming Adversity: From False Accusations to Empowerment | Christe…

Christelle Biiga shares her harrowing experiences of being wrongfully accused upon her arrival in the U.S. and her unwavering commitment to helping others despite her own challenges.

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Jan. 19, 2024

Following Life's Signs | Allison Teicher-Fahrbach

Allison Teicher-Fahrbach shares her journey following life's signs through unexpected turns. Allison shares her early love for teaching, her lifelong dream of earning a Ph.D., and how a car accident served as a life-altering sign.

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Oct. 10, 2023

From Restriction to Freedom: Spark Your Zeal | Nadia Carta

Nadia Carta shares her journey of leaving her small island home in Sardinia, Italy and breaking free from the limitations imposed by her religion on this episode of The Life Shift Podcast. The conversation explores themes of self-discovery, manifesting-dreams, and embracing intuition. S2E88: Nad…

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Sept. 15, 2023

From Dream Job & Emmy Awards to Mental Health Advocacy & Finding True…

Danny Quin shares his journey from working in sports media to finding his calling in storytelling as a marketer. Danny faced challenges balancing his dream job with his family life, eventually leading to depression and a life-changing doctor's appointment. --mental health advocacy--

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Sept. 8, 2023

External Validation & the Courage to Pursue Wildest Dreams | LOLO Pri…

LOLO Pritchard, a talented songwriter and performer, shares her inspiring story, filled with passion, determination, and the courage to pursue her wildest dreams. "Your voice is so powerful. And it's so important to use it because that's how we make change in the world." - Lolo Pritchard.

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March 14, 2023

Our Stories Create Our Reality | Adam Coelho

Adam Coelho shares his powerful journey to mindfulness and entrepreneurship. He discusses the transformative power of mindfulness and the importance of being aware of the stories we tell ourselves. By becoming more mindful, Adam could recognize his inner critic and critical mindset, which helped hi…

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Jan. 3, 2023

From Fear to Success: Overcoming Struggles and Discovering Clarity | …

Are you feeling stuck in life and don't know where to turn? “You know it's all of these moments that you it's when you don't think, and you don't over process that life tends to take you in the craziest and most amazing direction.”

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Oct. 25, 2022

From a Dream to Building a Reality in America | Mathilde Bernard Fund…

Mathilde Bernard Funderburk arrived in the United States with two suitcases and a heart full of hope. "I still feel like that sometimes where I need to live this life for him. I need to go through these things that he could and never have done because he died at 15 years old."

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Oct. 18, 2022

How Living with Intention Helped to Overcome a Near-Death Experience …

Rob Cressy went from selling advertising on an obituary website to becoming a self-aware, growth-minded sports creator by design, not by default. This mindset helped him survive a near-death experience during a marathon run.

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Oct. 11, 2022

Chasing an Attractive Stranger Off the Subway - A Life-Changing Encou…

Jenny Wood was on a mission to find her husband. She was riding the subway home from work and saw a good-looking guy standing across from her. She thought to herself, "If he gets off at my stop, then I'll talk to him." He got off at an earlier stop, so she ran after him and tapped him on the should…

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July 19, 2022

Are You Going to Stop Drinking Forever? | Heidi Kirby

In this episode, Matt is joined by learning and development leader, adjunct podcast professor, and host of the BLOC (Building Learning and Organizational Culture) podcast, Heidi Kirby. She is also finishing her Ph.D. program in Instructional Design and Technology.

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July 5, 2022

Perfect Timing at Life-Altering Crossroads | Chantal Watts

Chantal Watts is a former television news producer turned full-time parent. She spends her days child-wrangling, reading, and cuddling up to her husband. She's worn many hats and lived a range of experiences throughout her 30+ years, but two pivotal chance encounters helped give her the life she al…

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June 7, 2022

It Took Almost Losing a Leg to Chase After a Dream Career | David Tob…

In this episode, I am joined by my friend David Toback, a voice actor and creator of the GVAA Rate Guide used by non-union voice actors. In our conversation, we talk about how a collection of shifts in his life led him to lean into his passion and be more open to the universe. In addition, we learn…

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March 22, 2022

How a Divorce and a Credit Card Led to a Successful Bakery Business |…

Little did she know that checking the mail would change her life forever.

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