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Season 1

Releasing Shame and Embracing Purpose through Hearing Loss | Angela Irwin
March 21, 2023

Releasing Shame and Embracing Purpose through Hearing Loss | Angela I…

Angela's story of resilience, courage, and self-discovery is truly inspiring. In this episode, she talks about how she had to confront her childhood trauma of losing her hearing over fifteen years and how this trauma manifested in her 40s.

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Preview: Chantal Watts - After the Recording: Patreon Bonus Episode #7
March 16, 2023

Preview: Chantal Watts - After the Recording: Patreon Bonus Episode #7

Patreon Bonus Episode 7 Teaser - Chantal Watts

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Our Stories Create Our Reality | Adam Coelho
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 …

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Exploring Emotional Trauma and Healing Through Therapy | Ryan Gottfredson
March 7, 2023

Exploring Emotional Trauma and Healing Through Therapy | Ryan Gottfre…

In this episode of The Life Shift Podcast, my guest, Ryan Gottfredson, a leadership development author, researcher, and consultant, shares his journey to understanding his relationship with his parents, his emotional struggles, and how his lack of emotional support as …

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Building Confidence and Finding Fulfillment | Bernie Borges
Feb. 28, 2023

Building Confidence and Finding Fulfillment | Bernie Borges

In this episode, we explore Bernie’s incredible journey from growing up in New York City to self-funding his education to building confidence and achieving great success. "I absolutely wanted to prove everybody wrong. And so it really was kind of …

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Tomorrow Is Not Promised: Learning to Cope with Grief, Trauma, and Loss | John Kelley
Feb. 21, 2023

Tomorrow Is Not Promised: Learning to Cope with Grief, Trauma, and Lo…

**Please note that this episode may be triggering for some listeners. Take care as you listen.** John Kelley shares his story of loss, resilience, and perseverance in this week's episode. John's story is one of tragedy and triumph, and his …

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BONUS EPISODE - Birthday Thank You!
Feb. 17, 2023

BONUS EPISODE - Birthday Thank You!

I wanted to take a moment to express my gratitude to the listeners of The Life Shift Podcast. You have allowed me to create this show, listened and commented, messaged, recommended guests, and the list goes on. Thank you for …

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From Youth Pastor to Professional Speaker: Achieving Success Through Hard Work and Dedication | Grant Baldwin
Feb. 14, 2023

From Youth Pastor to Professional Speaker: Achieving Success Through …

In this episode of the podcast, we discussed the importance of hard work and dedication when it comes to achieving success. We heard Grant Baldwin's inspiring story of how he landed his first gig and how much legwork he put …

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A Bus Ride to Finding Hope: Overcoming Childhood Trauma to Start Anew | Pamela Topjian
Feb. 7, 2023

A Bus Ride to Finding Hope: Overcoming Childhood Trauma to Start Anew…

Content warning: This episode discusses depression, suicide ideation, and abuse. Please take care while listening. Pamela Topjian shares her inspirational story of overcoming childhood neglect and trauma to live a life she loves.

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The Butterfly Effect: How Small Decisions Lead to Unbelievable Opportunities | Josh Painter
Jan. 31, 2023

The Butterfly Effect: How Small Decisions Lead to Unbelievable Opport…

In this week’s episode, Josh Painter shares his inspiring journey of taking risks and how it eventually paid off. And how he has found a way to create the best version of himself ever, going against living the life that …

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A Lasting Legacy: A Father's Advice and How it Changed One Man's Life | Matt Drinkhahn
Jan. 24, 2023

A Lasting Legacy: A Father's Advice and How it Changed One Man's Life…

Matt Drinkhahn's inspiring journey is one to be admired! From overcoming bullying to his three-day golf tournament with his father, which gave him a deeper understanding of parenting, his life has been shaped by strong moments of resilience. Throughout the …

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Finding Your Passion: A Teacher's Journey to Discovery | Lorraine Connell
Jan. 17, 2023

Finding Your Passion: A Teacher's Journey to Discovery | Lorraine Con…

After ten years of teaching chemistry and dreading a future of 25-35 years of the same job, Lorraine Connell applied for a middle management position, only to be met with disappointment when she was not chosen. Without waning support from …

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Reclaiming Trust and Finding Abundance After Heartbreak | Claudia Noriega-Bernstein
Jan. 10, 2023

Reclaiming Trust and Finding Abundance After Heartbreak | Claudia Nor…

In this episode, Claudia Noriega-Bernstein shares her story of betrayal and how it has shaped her life. “But I have learned in all these years to take that responsibility of what could I have done different. And when I think …

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

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REPLAY: Honoring Memories, Overcoming Life's Challenges: A Story of Grief, Growth And Empowerment | Matt Gilhooly
Dec. 29, 2022

REPLAY: Honoring Memories, Overcoming Life's Challenges: A Story of G…

This is a REPLAY of episode 11, launched in May 2022. I wanted to share this episode again for new subscribers that have yet to hear my story and the WHY behind The Life Shift Podcast.

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Journey to Intentional Living after Shocking News | Danielle McCombs
Dec. 27, 2022

Journey to Intentional Living after Shocking News | Danielle McCombs

Danielle McCombs was in a moment of change, questioning her career path and what she should be doing with the next 20 years of her life. "I realized, oh, the title and the money are not the things that drive …

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Charting a Career Path Against the Grain and Bringing Stories to Life | Wayne Partello
Dec. 20, 2022

Charting a Career Path Against the Grain and Bringing Stories to Life…

After being forced to abandon his dream of becoming a police officer, Wayne Partello, a young, ambitious entrepreneur, is confronted with a daunting challenge: to prove himself without a college degree in the cutthroat world of media and professional sports. …

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From Surviving to Thriving: Overcoming Trauma & Finding Purpose | Sarah Blankenship
Dec. 13, 2022

From Surviving to Thriving: Overcoming Trauma & Finding Purpose | Sar…

In the face of tragedy and loss, she found the strength to keep going for her kids. "I mean, if it weren't for them, I'm honestly a little afraid of what would have happened because they were my everything, everything …

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BONUS EPISODE - Season 1 Finale
Oct. 21, 2022

BONUS EPISODE - Season 1 Finale

The End Question for All 32 Episodes To celebrate the end of season one, I compiled a collection of the final questions for each of the first 32 episodes of The Life Shift Podcast. I know that many listeners like …

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How Living with Intention Helped to Overcome a Near-Death Experience | Rob Cressy
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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Healing from Childhood Trauma and PTSD | Ashley Pereira
Aug. 30, 2022

Healing from Childhood Trauma and PTSD | Ashley Pereira

In this episode, Matt is joined by Free Skin Co. business owner, branding, and marketing leader Ashley Pereira. Ashley shares deeply personal stories about her physically and sexually abusive upbringing. She shares the milestones in her journey, from leaving the …

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Finding
Aug. 23, 2022

Finding "Home" Away From Home | Noelle Cheaib

Episode 24: Noelle Cheaib

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Broadway to Memphis: The Journey to Finding What Matters | Randy Redd
June 14, 2022

Broadway to Memphis: The Journey to Finding What Matters | Randy Redd

In this episode, my friend Randy Redd joins me to discuss his long and winding road through Broadway, film, and television that brought him to find something that brings fire to his heart. We talked about his journey as a …

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BONUS EPISODE #2- In Memory of Eva Gilhooly
June 13, 2022

BONUS EPISODE #2- In Memory of Eva Gilhooly

I wanted to share something about my grandmother in this special short episode. In episode 11, I shared my story with the help of my friend Christin. But for this bonus episode, I wanted to commemorate the anniversary of my …

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BONUS EPISODE #1 - After The Recording
June 4, 2022

BONUS EPISODE #1 - After The Recording

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The Dichotomy of Grief - My Story | Matt Gilhooly
May 24, 2022

The Dichotomy of Grief - My Story | Matt Gilhooly

In this episode, we flipped the script so I could tell my story. Throughout the first batch of episodes, the guests (and listeners) asked when I would tell my story. So, in this episode, my first guest, Christin Lindley, leads …

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After a Tragic Accident, Love Carries on in Memories and the Children | Rachel Fiorello
May 10, 2022

After a Tragic Accident, Love Carries on in Memories and the Children…

After a Tragic Accident, Love Carries on in Memories and their Children | Ep 9: Rachel Fiorello In this episode, I speak with my high school friend (and my grandmother's favorite neighbor) Rachel. She tells the story of fate ...

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How Losing a Mother as a Teen Can Shape a Man | Marty Klein
May 3, 2022

How Losing a Mother as a Teen Can Shape a Man | Marty Klein

In this episode of The Life Shift podcast, I talked to my friend Marty about the loss of his mother as a child. We highlight the similarities in our shifts throughout this conversation and note the vastly different ways our …

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In Sickness and in Health Personified | Christina Kadinger & Ricky Bucceri
April 26, 2022

In Sickness and in Health Personified | Christina Kadinger & Ricky Bu…

In Sickness and in Health Personified | Ep 7: Christina & Ricky In this episode, I talked to two self-described "stubborn and sarcastic people" who survived some crazy pivot points that nearly collided at the same time. You t...

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