Alter'd Life Podcast

In This Episode:

00:00 The Foundation of Relationships
01:31 Meet Melvyn Peters III
03:17 Understanding Entrepreneurs
08:10 The Stigma of Entrepreneurship
10:35 The Role of Capital in Healthcare
14:25 Building Meaningful Relationships
19:10 Balancing Altruism and Capitalism
22:31 The Journey of Self-Discovery
29:46 The Journey of Self-Discovery Continues
31:00 Navigating Adolescence and Relationships
33:00 From Skateboarding to Entrepreneursh...

In this Alter’d Life Podcast episode, Kathleen Murphy, LPC and LMFT therapist, joins to discuss finding purpose amidst humanity’s brutality and tuning our hearts through genuine human connection. Kathleen and the host explore the creation of meaning, the importance of virtues, and the transformative power of love and connection in healing. Discover how to shift from pathology to purpose and create a life aligned with your deepest v...

In this Alter’d Life Podcast episode, Ryan Turner, a registered dietician and sports nutrition specialist, explores the deep connections between food, emotions, and mental health, emphasizing how diet impacts confidence and overall well-being. Turner shares his journey from healthcare research to empowering individuals through personalized nutrition strategies. He highlights the importance of addressing emotional and generational i...

A father, a son, a legacy of love.
Randy and Mike Lifshotz open their hearts on the Alter’d Life Podcast.

Chapter Summary:

00:00 The Art of Genuine Connection
00:24 Meet the Lifshotz Family
02:06 The Power of Human Connection
03:08 Randy’s Journey: From Music to Mentorship
07:11 The Influence of Family Legacy
13:04 Navigating Fatherhood Without a Role Model
15:04 Memorable Moments with Dad
19:00 Generational Style...

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In this Alter’d Life Podcast episode, Bridgette Ugarte, TEDx speaker and former model, shares her journey of overcoming body image issues and insecurities. Bridgette and the host discuss the importance of human connection and reshaping your mindset for self-acceptance in a world that feeds on insecurities. This episode offers actionable insights into mental health, body image, and the power of intentiona...

Dive deep into human connection with TJ Woodward! 🤝
Explore rediscovering your true self and the power of attunement. Learn how to move beyond brokenness.

In this Alter’d Life Podcast episode, discover how TJ Woodward’s journey from suicidal thoughts to becoming a recovery specialist can provide insight into healing and fostering genuine connection. Hear about the importance of seeing others through a lens of possibility, not broken...

Ever wondered about mental health advocacy?
Linea Johnson gets real about her experiences.

Linea Johnson joins us to discuss mental health, from childhood to advocacy. Hear about the challenges she faced, the changes she’s witnessed, and her advice for those struggling.

00:00 Understanding Mental Illness and Violence
00:27 Introducing Linea Johnson
01:41 Linea’s Journey Through Mental Health Advocacy
04:20 The Changing Landscape of Menta...

Explore human connection with Vo Williams!
Discover the power of music, art, & personal journeys.

Join the Alter’d Life Podcast as we explore art, passion, and anthems with Vo Williams. Learn how his unique approach to music connects with champions worldwide and how you can apply these lessons to your life.

00:00 Welcome to Alter’d Life Podcast
01:24 Meet Vo Williams: The Pioneer of Epic Hip Hop
09:32 The Early Years: Finding Inspiratio...

In this episode of Alter’d Life, Michael Castanon welcomes Niloufar Nekou and Katarena Arger to discuss the transformative power of building trust within a team. They delve into the importance of understanding the why behind their work, embracing vulnerability, and maintaining constant communication. The guests share their personal journeys, highlighting the impact of trust on fostering collaboration and achieving collective elevat...

In this episode of Alter’d Life, Glenn Hadley and Camille Reid from Unlock Health discuss their personal and professional journeys. Glenn shares how his solitary tennis career transitioned into a supportive community, while Camille reflects on overcoming a turbulent youth through connection and mentorship. Together, they highlight the importance of trust, resilience, and human connection in their partnership and work. They delve in...

In this episode of Alter’d Life, Johnny Crowder, the founder of Cope Notes, shares his powerful journey of overcoming mental health challenges, suicidal thoughts, and trauma through the transformative power of forgiveness, resilience, and human connection. He discusses his pivotal realization about the impact of his condition on loved ones, leading him to pursue change and healing actively. Johnny's experiences in psychology and mu...

In this episode of Alter’d Life, Michael is joined by Greer Van Dyck, a leader in organizational health coaching with a focus on supporting working parents. Greer discusses the importance of creating a nurturing corporate environment for mothers, addressing the loneliness and identity crisis that come with motherhood, and the need for both systemic and personal solutions. She elaborates on her journey from experiencing pregnancy an...

In this episode, we explore the contrasting yet converging paths of Robert and Devon. Robert's childhood was spent in the harsh deserts of California where, despite the picturesque activities of hiking, fishing, and shooting, he was shielded from a tumultuous home life marked by violence. As the eldest sibling, Robert shouldered heavy responsibilities early on, eventually spiraling into drug and alcohol abuse by the age of 17. He v...

About to enroll in studying for her doctorate, Jocelyn had to make a big decision when faced with the financial reality of the loans she would have to take out. 

Looking for work, she got exposed to the mortgage industry and quickly realized there was something there that she was looking for. 

Despite being a different path than she'd imagined when growing up, she decided to go all in and jump into the industry. 

Navigating the fast-p...

The power of human connection is present in Kacie and Solome’s working relationship.

They can be real with each other and grow from the experience - realizing that authenticity and transparency triumphs - the ability to call each other out and disagree without losing sight of the bigger mission. 

It’s in this light that Michael points out that “If you can’t keep it real, you can’t keep it at all.” 

Failure is not something to be feare...

In today’s post-covid world where isolation and disconnection are at an all-time high, we also see the rise of addiction and mental health disorders - and there is no coincidence.  

We’ve settled in many ways for a reasonable facsimile of the truth which is we get our needs met by being with other human beings.  

As a youth minister for over a decade first in Austin Texas and later in Kerrville, Dean knew his calling was to work with...

On today’s episode of Alterd Life we’re going to be talking about recovery.

More specifically, measuring recovery.

How do you measure the trajectory of someone’s life?  

Let’s dive and see what we can learn from the unlikely story of today’s guest David Whitesock.

Today, David is the CEO and Founder of Commonly Well, according to their website, they Illuminate the truthabout addiction through recovery intelligence.

Untreated depres...

Drugs don't know your social status, nationality or the color of your skin -- they don't discriminate.  

Janice Hardman was living a life she later recalls that she wouldn’t wish on her worst enemy. 

At 52, after burning every bridge in her life, Janice was desperate to once and for all get clean and stay clean. 

And on this cold Chicago day all those years ago, the warmest place to be was the Greyhound bus station.  

And that's exactl...

On this special episode of the Alter'd Life Podcast, we tackle the topic of higher education head on as your host, Michael Castanon interviews one of the Founders of the newly formed Hildegard College, Dr. Matthew Smith, and one of Hildegard’s first students, Nicole Parker -

Hildegard’s promise is that they educate young people to be intelligent, wise, and entrepreneurial.  

Is this a tall order for Gen Z - a generation that grew up ...