The Power Transformation Podcast

What if what you’re calling a “mental health issue” is actually your body crying out for help? In this transformative conversation, we sit down with Integrative and Functional Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Dr. Tiffany M. Smith as she shares how her husband’s painful battle with PTSD and depression changed everything ultimately for the better and greater good. She exposes the deeper truth behind many diagnoses, from m...

What if the person helping everyone else was silently unraveling inside? In this powerful episode, Lisa Greenberg opens up about her path through deep personal struggles, unexpected loss, and the quiet strength it takes to keep going. Her story is one of grit, grace, and the daily practices that helped her reclaim her life. Tune in for a conversation that will move you, challenge you, and leave you reflecting on your own resilience...

What if education wasn’t just about preparing kids for the future—but empowering them to build it? Anthony “Grandpa STORK” Hall is doing exactly that. From a life-changing moment with his newborn grandson to launching a global movement that fuses imagination, movement, and innovation, Anthony has redefined what’s possible in education. In this powerful conversation, we explore how his STORK framework transforms children from passiv...

What happens when home is no longer an option? For Gabrielena Alcalá, a temporary scholarship turned into a lifelong journey of resilience. In this episode, she shares how she built a new life after realizing she could never return to Venezuela—thriving in healthcare consulting and amplifying everyday changemakers through her podcast, A Cada Paso. With a mindset of action over victimhood, Gabrielena reveals how she creates meaning ...

What if you were in the wrong place at the right time, and it changed everything? The night before 9/11, Tom McManimon was celebrating at the World Trade Center, unaware that within hours, the world around him would shatter. That moment set off a chain of events that forced him to rethink everything: his career, his purpose, and his resilience. 

But - years later - another life-or-death moment blindsided him, one that could have end...

Sometimes life forces us to make a choice: stay stuck in our struggles or take a bold step toward transformation. Coach Timothy "T.O." Clay knows this firsthand. As a teenager, he hit rock bottom and faced a defining moment of a felony charge that completely altered his path, ultimately leading him to a decorated military (Marine Corps) career and a mission of leadership and service. 

Now, through his five-pillar LIGHT fra...

When Carol Kabaale moved from Cuba to South Africa as a child, she didn’t speak the language. But, she quickly became her family’s translator, learning how to navigate new spaces with confidence. That same resilience now fuels her work as a marketing strategist and Meta ads expert, helping women  entrepreneurs simplify their marketing, build authentic connections, and grow their businesses with value-driven campaigns. In this episo...

Leadership isn’t just about titles - it’s about resilience, purpose, and the courage to break barriers. My guest today, Chasity Wells-Armstrong, knows this firsthand. From a challenging childhood to becoming the first Black woman mayor of Kankakee, Illinois she turned adversity into a platform for change. In this conversation, she opens up about the power of advocacy, the role of coaching in authentic leadership, and why women must...

What if the key to true freedom, joy, and resilience wasn’t about pushing harder but about strengthening what’s inside? In this special episode of The Power Transformation Podcast, I have the absolute honor of sitting down with someone who has not only inspired me from afar but has also poured into me personally: My dear mentor, Tina Lifford.

While Tina is an esteemed powerhouse Hollywood actress, playwright, and bestselling author,...

What if the key to success wasn’t just skill, but the confidence to keep going? In this episode, Brian K. McNeill - the Sales Confidence Coach - shares his powerful journey from a childhood love of basketball to overcoming personal and professional failures that ultimately shaped his success as a businessman, award winning author, and speaker. Through resilience, continuous learning, and a mindset shift, Brian redefined not only hi...

Some journeys break you, but others remake you.

Author and Inspirational Speaker Gina Economopoulos’ life is a testament to resilience, healing, and the unexpected paths that lead us home to ourselves. From growing up in a large family to navigating health challenges, spending time as a nun, and battling addiction, every chapter of her story shaped her in ways she never imagined. After experiencing profound loss - including the pass...

What if resilience could be your ultimate superpower? Motivational speaker and author of Resilience My Ultimate Superpower, Paul Doughty shares his inspiring journey of turning hardships into strength, from overcoming domestic violence and addiction to embracing forgiveness and self-love. With humor and powerful insights, Paul reveals how his path of personal growth and mentorship has shaped his mission to empower young adults and ...

What if a mother's love could defy the odds and transform not only the life of her child but the lives of so many others? In this heartwarming episode, Jeaneen Tang, a devoted mother, accomplished author of Play Dumb & Sabotage, and seasoned speech-language pathologist, shares her journey of resilience as she navigated her son Che’s remarkable recovery from a traumatic brain injury and stroke. Blending professional experti...

What if your greatest challenges were actually the foundation for your purpose? Alphonso "Mayo" Mayo’s journey from growing up in Baltimore during the crack epidemic to becoming a leader in youth empowerment is a testament to resilience, mentorship, and breaking generational cycles. Raised by his grandparents, he learned that transformation starts with mindset, embracing his #NeverGetComfortable philosophy to push beyond ...

Imagine if the greatest struggles that once made you feel unworthy were the keys to unlocking your greatest purpose. Well, Life Mastery Coach Donna Tashjian knows this journey clearly. From a childhood marked by insecurity and abandonment to finding unshakable faith and resilience, she turned pain into purpose, helping others do the same through her founding of Vibrant Living International. In this heart-centered conversation, Donn...

Did you know that the stories from your past could be the key to unlocking your future potential? In this episode, we sit down with master storyteller Andrea Sampson, whose journey from an 18-year-old secretary to a renowned TEDx speaker coach is nothing short of extraordinary. Andrea shares how childhood influences, bold career pivots, and a deep belief in the power of narrative shaped her path to helping CEOs and founders craft i...

What happens when life throws you into the depths of adversity—do you rise or retreat? In this electrifying episode, retired United States Marine Corps Staff Sergeant Anthony Cutno takes us on a raw and powerful journey of resilience, from surviving a traumatic brain injury to redefining his purpose as an entrepreneur, speaker, and author. With unwavering strength and the support of his close-knit circle Anthony proves that even in...

In this profound episode, Andrea Wilson Woods shares her deeply personal journey of resilience and advocacy, inspired by her sister Adrienne's courageous battle with primary liver cancer. As the founder of Blue Faery: The Adrienne Wilson Liver Cancer Association, Andrea reveals how Adrienne's humor, passion for music, and unbreakable spirit shaped their bond and her mission to support liver cancer patients and families. S...

What if you could revolutionize your entrepreneurial journey with the perfect blend of sales, storytelling, and copywriting? In this episode, Brian Kurian shares his inspiring journey as the child of immigrant parents who instilled in him the values of resilience, hard work, and self-sufficiency. From childhood lessons to launching a business in just four days, Brian’s story highlights the power of authentic communication and empat...