Episodes
193
Aug. 20, 2026
Adriana Brangi, She Lost Her Career to MS - Then Found Freedom Underwater | EP 193
Adriana Brangi shares how a primary progressive MS diagnosis led her to become a certified scuba diver and found Diving Beyond MS, a nonprofit helping others with chronic illness discover the same healing she did!
192
Aug. 6, 2026
Stephanie Clapp, How a Teacher Became a Psychic Medium and Learned to Trust Her Intuition | EP 192
Stephanie Clapp shares how she went from a 20-year teaching career to embracing her gifts as a psychic medium and intuitive mentor. She also explains how self-trust, messy action, and spiritual practices like EFT tapping can help women move past fear and step into a more aligned life!
191
July 23, 2026
Vera Gjelaj, From Immigrant Single Mom to Owner of Arome Caffe & Patisserie | EP 191
Vera Gjelaj immigrated to America at 19 with two young children, working her way through house cleaning, cosmetology school, and a leap into pastry school in her 30's that eventually led to her opening her own bakery, Arome Caffè & Patisserie at age 51— proof that it’s never too late to bet on yourself!
190
July 9, 2026
Ep 190 From Actor to Healing Pioneer: How Overcoming Illness Transformed a Dream into Purpose
Dane Johnson’s near-death experience with Crohn’s disease became the turning point that transformed his career from Hollywood actor to pioneering health coach. His story shows how the hardest setbacks can become the catalyst for a more purposeful life and a career built on service!
189
June 18, 2026
Ep 189 Cosmetics, Courtrooms and Closings: Lexi Brine's Winding Path to Purpose
Law to real estate at Compass, Lexi Brine's career has taken more turns than most — and in this episode, she shares why she left litigation after becoming a mother (against a colleague’s warning that it would end her career) and how the “failed” detours along the way turned out to matter most. She also talks about building a real estate brand around trust and personality, and the women’s networking community she co-founded to help others navigate their own pivots!
188
June 4, 2026
Ep 188 Preschool to Brain Science: Dr. Trish Leigh on Reinvention and Rewiring Your Mind
What happens when a preschool teacher turned speech pathologist follows her curiosity all the way to the cutting edge of neuroscience? Listen to hear Dr. Trish Leigh's multi-pivot career story and how she's helping thousands of people worldwide rewire their brains and reclaim their lives.
187
May 7, 2026
Ep 187 Trusting the Pivot: Angelique Morelli’s Journey to Authorship & Impact
What happens when you stop waiting for permission to pivot and start advocating for yourself? In this episode, Christa sits down with Angelique Morelli, a powerhouse in public affairs, community builder, and newly minted children's book author!
186
April 23, 2026
Ep 186 From Battlefields to Brushstrokes: How Injury Redefined Artist Cheri Carandanis’ Career
Former Critical Care Flight Nurse Cheri Carandanis shares her pivot journey from a 25-year nursing career to becoming a full-time abstract painter following two severe brain injuries in 2019.
185
April 9, 2026
Ep 185 The "Why Not?" Mindset: How Five Love Larchmont Came to Life with Amy Pepe
If you’ve ever felt like you lost a piece of yourself to motherhood or a career break, this episode is your roadmap to finding it again! Join us as Amy Pepe, owner of Five Love, shares her journey of overcoming mom guilt and embracing the "why not?" mindset to build a business rooted in community!
184
March 26, 2026
Ep 184 Blueprints to Briefs: The Birth of Paradis Sport with Sarah Weihman
After a 23-year career in design, former D1 athlete Sarah Weihman pivoted to found Paradis Sport to fix the glaring gap in women’s performance underwear. In this episode, she shares how she traded blueprints for briefs to build a sustainable brand fit-tested by elite athletes!
183
March 12, 2026
Throwback Episode: From Wall Street to Ear Piercing Innovator, The Louisa Serene Schneider Story
In this episode, Louisa Serene Schneider, founder and CEO of Rowan, discusses how she transitioned from a high-powered finance career at JP Morgan and Morgan Stanley to disrupting the ear-piercing industry. Inspired by a lackluster experience with her nieces, she built a nationwide brand that prioritizes safety and celebration by using only licensed nursing professionals.
182
Feb. 19, 2026
Grants to Gains: How Margaret Egiziaco's Pivot is Disrupting the Fitness Industry for Moms
Margaret Egiziaco shares how she pivoted from managing $55 million in government recovery grants to founding a mission-driven fitness community for mothers. Listen in as we explore her journey of leadership under pressure and the purposeful reinvention required to build inclusive spaces where moms can prioritize their health alongside their children!
181
Jan. 29, 2026
Ep 181 From Traditional Finance to Values-Driven Entrepreneurship: Rebecca Kushner's Leap of Faith
CPA Rebecca Kushner shares how she pivoted from corporate finance to launch a values-driven business that brings a "human touch" to fractional CFO services. She explains how holistic health practitioners can master their numbers, optimize pricing for profit, and build a sustainable career that aligns with their personal vision!
180
Jan. 15, 2026
Ep 180 New Year Intentions: Career Clarity and New Programs with Coach Dara Astmann
After 20 years in media, Dara Astmann mastered the art of the career pivot. Now, she’s helping other moms define their "second acts" through coaching and community. Join us for a look at Dara’s 2026 programs and her powerful new year intentions to help you navigate your next chapter with total confidence!
179
Dec. 18, 2025
Ep 179 When Passion Meets Commitment: The Road to Neverstill Wines with Founder Christy Counts
Christy shares how she turned her love of wine into a winemaking career — a story that's proof that it's never too late to pursue your passion!
178
Dec. 4, 2025
Throwback Episode: Fashion Design to Stay Home Mom to DJ April Larken
DJ April Larken shares her inspiring journey from New York City fashion to A-list DJing, highlighting creative reinvention and finding purpose at any age!
177
Nov. 13, 2025
Ep 177 Reinventing Yourself: Katherine Gold’s Leap from Education to Interior Design
A self-taught New York interior designer, Katherine shares how she built her business from scratch by blending classic and modern styles and turning life’s transitions into opportunities for growth, creativity, and helping others create homes that truly reflect their lives!
176
Oct. 30, 2025
Ep 176 Match Mindset: Building Mental Strength for Athletes with Annie Berger
Annie shares how she transformed her journey from Division I athlete and legal marketer into a passion for mental performance coaching. Now, she empowers athletes, including competitive tennis players like herself, to develop a winning mindset and thrive both on and off the court!
175
Oct. 16, 2025
Ep 175 From Surviving to Thriving: Andrea Della Mura’s Wellness Mission
A two-time cancer survivor but also a passionate wellness entrepreneur, Andrea shares her remarkable journey of resilience and how she’s turning personal challenges into hope and healing for others.
174
Sept. 25, 2025
Ep 174 Aransas Savas on Empowering Women to Be "Uplifters": Fearless at Any Age
Aformer leader in behavioral research and motivational experience design, Aransas Savas explores her transformative journey into the world of coaching and wellbeing!
173
Sept. 11, 2025
Ep 173 Sasha Claire Brand Management: A Journey from Corporate to Community
In this episode, Founder Sasha Cohen shares her professional path from corporate media and advertising sales in NYC to launching her own marketing agency serving small business in her community!
172
Aug. 14, 2025
Ep 172 Anika Jackson & Reinventing Yourself: From Music Promotion to Marketing Leadership, AI Advocacy
Anika Jackson, founder of Your Brand Amplified, shares her pivot to redefining what it means to blend AI, branding, marketing, podcasting & PR!
171
July 24, 2025
Ep 171 Lavish Gardener Tina Langley Walsh: From Fashion to Floral Design
After years in fashion editorial and design, Tina shares how she pivoted during the pandemic to channel her eye for detail and style into the natural world!
170
June 26, 2025
Ep 170 Lawyer to Social Worker to Author: Lauren Tetenbaum's Road to Helping Millennials Prepare for Menopause
Lauren Tetenbaum unpacks how she pivoted from law and social work to writing 'Millennial Menopause,' and vital conversations surrounding women's health and support.