Episodes

Send us a text Beyond the Blur / Clarity through Connection “Sometimes the clearest vision comes after the fog.” In this poetic and powerful WHEN Story, Courtney Hull shares how her journey from blurred vision to deep clarity wasn’t just about eyesight — it was about insight. From receiving her first pair of glasses at 12 to standing in the African rainforests, photographing burn survivors, and facing soul-tired disconnection in her 40s, Courtney shows us what it means to see clearly again ...

Send us a text A HEART'S JOURNEY: To Powerful Listening “I was in another dimension… surrounded by love, beyond words.” When Kathy Collins survived a near-death experience during cancer treatment, her life would never be the same. What followed was a journey filled with spiritual signs, divine appointments, prophetic dreams, and a calling to walk with others at the edge of life and death. In this extraordinary WHEN Story, Kathy shares how a moment in the ER opened her heart to powerful list...

Send us a text TW: This inspiring story may include sensitive topics or experiences that could be triggering for some individuals. Viewer discretion is advised. #whenstories When Courage is a Choice “Courage isn’t something you have — it’s something you choose.” In this breathtaking WHEN Story, Traycee Mayer takes you from the bottom of a canyon in California to the muddy hills of Spain — and through every brave choice in between. Traycee is an expert in helping leaders leverage the streng...

Send us a text TW: This inspiring story may include sensitive topics or experiences that could be triggering for some individuals. Viewer discretion is advised. #WHENStories Rescue to Revelation: A Midlife Journey from Broken to Becoming Christine Welch is a Trauma Disruptor & Clarity Coach, Retreat Facilitator, and founder of IGNITE Sisterhood. After a traumatic brain injury ended her 27-year career in emergency services, Christine discovered that her worth was never in wh...

Send us a text TW: This inspiring story may include sensitive topics or experiences that could be triggering for some individuals. Viewer discretion is advised. #whenstories Healing Through Unconditional Self-Love Stephanie is a self-love coach, motivational speaker, abstract artist and sound healer dedicated to helping others cultivate self-love. Through transformative workshops, retreats and her online community membership, Cultivate, she inspires individuals to embrace their authentic se...

Send us a text TW: This inspiring story may include sensitive topics or experiences that could be triggering for some individuals. Viewer discretion is advised. #whenstories From Learning to Walk to Saving the Planet: Self-love makes all things possible. At the core of Carolyn’s mission lies a profound commitment to our planet. As a dedicated Earthling, she harnesses the power of her real estate license as a catalyst for environmental stewardship. Leading by example, Carolyn serves as the Pr...

Send us a text TW: This inspiring story may include sensitive topics or experiences that could be triggering for some individuals. Viewer discretion is advised. #whenstories For decades, Lisa has cultivated her leadership and inclination to help others succeed by partnering with individuals and businesses for strategic solutions and inspirational development. A Business Coach, Thought Partner, and Life Strategist; Lisa is a certified Six Sigma Black Belt, Scrum Master, Certified Scrum Produc...

Send us a text TW: This inspiring story may include sensitive topics or experiences that could be triggering for some individuals. Viewer discretion is advised. #whenstories Beyond Binary: Breaking the Silence At 15 Michelle found out that she has Androgen Insensitive Syndrome (AIS), also known as an Intersex variation. As an adult she experienced the death of her nephew and her son within two years. Triumph through trauma has been a cornerstone in her life. On her path to continuous heal...

Send us a text TW: This inspiring story may include sensitive topics or experiences that could be triggering for some individuals. Viewer discretion is advised. #whenstories From Keeper of Secrets to Teller of Truths Megan Malick is an author, speaker, and grief and logistics mentor. She brings heart and soul to the practicalities of life, making space for emotion in a world that often leads with the head. She specializes in supporting and guiding intuitive Gen-Xers and Millennials living i...

Send us a text Life Doesn't Stand Still: Rise. Rebuild. Repeat. Erica Gifford Mills is an international speaker, award-winning and international best-selling author, empowerment coach, and talk radio host. She is the founder of Balanced Symmetree, a transformative movement that helps ambitious, purpose-driven women reclaim their power, align with their passions, and create rooted lives and careers that reflect who they truly are. As seen on Apple News and Google News, Erica was ...

Send us a text TW: This inspiring story may include sensitive topics or experiences that could be triggering for some individuals. Viewer discretion is advised. #whenstories Ditching Average Consuela Muñoz is a dynamic keynote speaker, international best-selling author, and certified Gallup Strengths Coach who helps leaders ditch average and lead with passion. After a life-changing moment of clarity at work, Consuela began her journey from not engaged and “just average” to becoming a cataly...

Send us a text TW: This inspiring story may include sensitive topics or experiences that could be triggering for some individuals. Viewer discretion is advised. #whenstories Journey From the Ashes Erica Gumieny is the owner of Pivotal Point, LLC, where she serves in multiple capacities to inspire and empower individuals and organizations. With a problem-solving mindset akin to Vanilla Ice—"If there's a problem, she'll solve it!"—Erica blends humor and truth to help people and organizations ov...

Kaela Gedda is an Ontological Life Coach serving leaders and entrepreneurs to live their most joy-filled lives creating multi-six+ figure businesses as a result. She runs her coaching business, Rise Leadership Circle, with the best partner a girl could ask for, her mom Lisa. Kaela also is one of the co-founders of The Nest Cowork + Club in her hometown Green Bay. She has many obsessions: witchy reads, her dogs Murray and Millie, weekly horseback riding, spa days, snacks, and drinking tea and cha...

TW: This story may include sensitive topics or experiences that could be triggering for some individuals. Viewer discretion is advised. Talk Title: Nurturing Empowerment & Wonder How intentionally crafted childrens novels and elevating awareness of benefits of true self-care for adults can promote healing from today’s increased social and emotional stress Vivianne Winters Israel - Registered Nurse; mom; thriving cancer survivor; motivational speaker; self-care enthusiast; published author, Ten...

TW: This story may include sensitive topics or experiences that could be triggering for some individuals. Viewer discretion is advised. Talk Title: An Ally in Bloom Nic (short for Nicole) Kuck is originally from Southern California. She moved to Arizona 20 years ago to play softball and earn her degree at Grand Canyon University. After graduation, she immersed herself within the special needs community in both an academic & athletic setting. She taught children with vast and varied cognitive a...

TW: This story may include sensitive topics or experiences that could be triggering for some individuals. Viewer discretion is advised. Talk Title: My Story Matters Wendy Babcock is an award-winning lyricist, TEDx speaker, Author, and The Paid Stage & Storytelling Coach who has dedicated her life to helping others find and amplify their voices. With nearly a decade of experience as a speaker and mentor, Wendy has inspired countless individuals to embrace their personal stories as a tool for vi...

TW: This story may include sensitive topics or experiences that could be triggering for some individuals. Viewer discretion is advised. Talk Title: From Sole to Soul: My Journey of Transformation and Empowerment Vanessa Cook shares her inspiring story of personal transformation, health, and wellness. Vanessa is a wife, mother of 7 beautiful kids, loves to hike and explore the world around her, run, and has a passion for bringing light to those around her. Once on a path defined by challenges, ...

TW: This story may include sensitive topics or experiences that could be triggering for some individuals. Viewer discretion is advised. Talk Title: Leaving Early Jon Taylor is an accomplished speaker, talk show host, and media producer with an extensive background in digital marketing. His career has been dedicated to crafting compelling content for coaches, consultants, and businesses that prioritize personal growth and well-being. As a single father, Jon's personal journey of resilience and...

TW: This story may include sensitive topics or experiences that could be triggering for some individuals. Viewer discretion is advised. Talk Title: The Question. Jenn Fredericks is a beacon of resilience and hope, inspiring countless individuals through her journey of overcoming immense adversity. With three decades as a chronic kidney disease patient, including two kidney transplants, Jenn knows firsthand the challenges and triumphs of navigating long-term illness. Her role as a caregiver for...

TW: This story may include sensitive topics or experiences that could be triggering for some individuals. Viewer discretion is advised. Talk Title: Finding My Voice TW: This story may include sensitive topics or experiences that could be triggering for some individuals. Viewer discretion is advised. Talk Title: Finding My Voice Cassandra Vohs-Demann is a visionary leader and inspiring speaker with over thirty years of experience as a coach, professional musician, performer, writer, composer,...

Glenn Derby. is a former NFL offensive lineman who played for the New Orleans Saints and the Green Bay Packers following a distinguished collegiate career with the University of Wisconsin–Badgers. Beyond his achievements on the field, Glenn is a devoted advocate for mental health, addiction recovery, and trauma healing, drawing from his own journey of resilience and transformation. A recovering addict and alcoholic with over 30 years of sobriety, Glenn began confronting his Complex PTSD in 2022...

TW: This story may include sensitive topics or experiences that could be triggering for some individuals. Viewer discretion is advised. Talk Title: Beyond the Obituary Kristin Adkins is a passionate advocate for amplifying voices and ideas that deserve to be heard. With a background in Web Design, Graphic Design, and Marketing, Kristin has honed her skills through diverse experiences, from serving as a Graphic Design and Marketing intern for NASCAR's Chicagoland Speedway to leading as the Dire...

TW: This story may include sensitive topics or experiences that could be triggering for some individuals. Viewer discretion is advised. Talk Title: Letting Go BIO: LINKS: WHEN Stories: http://whenstories.com Discover more inspiring stories or share your own at WHEN Stories™. Your story matters—be seen, be heard, make an impact! #WHENStories #Storytelling #Inspiration #LifeChangingMoments Thank you for tuning in to the WHEN Stories Podcast, where we explore the transformative moments that r...

TW: This story may include sensitive topics or experiences that could be triggering for some individuals. Viewer discretion is advised. Yesenia Montenegro is a passionate motivational speaker and personal empowerment coach dedicated to inspiring individuals and organizations to reach their fullest potential. With over 12 years of personal experience in overcoming mental health challenges, Yesenia was amongst the first to introduce an after-school program focused on trauma sensitive, social-emot...