Pivotal

In part 2 of my conversation with veteran tv and radio journalist Debbie Dujanovic we discuss how she balanced her career and motherhood, Deb recounts the time she brought KSL chopper 5 to her kids’ school for career day.Deb shared how she managed to coach PE in high heels and then appear on the 5 o clock news, but how all of the juggling eventually led to severe anxiety and what she did to navigate her way through.Deb discusses her time at the FBI and why our mistakes are just opportunities in disguise.

In part two of our conversation, 19 year veteran Officer Joshua Coleman takes us through his current assignment of being a school resource officer, why more training is needed for officers in general and we tie it up with a bow by circling back to his pivotal momemnt.

To kick off season three we talk to long time police officer Joshua Coleman of the Napa County Sheriff's office in Northern California about his pivotal moment coming into the profession, but also about the use of force and the disconnect between members of the public and law enforcement officials.

In this episode of the Pivotal Podcast, Jesse Valdez, the newly elected mayor of Kearns, Utah, shares his journey from photojournalism to local government. He discusses the importance of networking, community involvement, and storytelling in shaping his leadership style. Jesse emphasizes the need for local narratives to be told by the community itself and outlines his priorities as mayor, including listening to constituents and fostering engagement. He reflects on the challenges ahead and offers valuable advice for aspiring journalists and leaders.

Matthew Huskinson joins the show to share his lived experience as an autistic adult and the pivotal moment that set him on a path many doubted he could take. His optimism, clarity, and sense of purpose shine through as he talks about advocacy, self‑determination, and the importance of being heard on one’s own terms. Released as Utah’s legislative session begins, this episode aims to spark awareness, reflection, and action. Matthew’s voice is powerful, and his commitment to change is unmistakable.

In this episode my guest is Colby Bronson. For years, Colby lived under the weight of addiction to substances like methamphetamemes and alcohol and spent a significant amount of time incarcerated. But somewhere along the way, he found a new path. A new mindset. A new life. A major turning point came when he discovered something called Holographic Human Transformation Theory.

Herriman City’s mayor joined us for a candid, surprisingly personal conversation about the moment that changed everything for him. We dug into the realities of local government, tossed around plenty of air‑quoted “politics,” and explored the rapid development reshaping Herriman. We also got into one of the city’s biggest questions—how do you preserve that small‑town soul while growing into a major community?Mayor Palmer didn’t hold back. He offered a behind‑the‑scenes look at his day‑to‑day world and shared how he and the Herriman City Council have worked to make sure Herriman has a real seat at the table.

In today’s episode, we dive into a story about defying expectations and choosing a path that feels boldly authentic. Our guest, Ariana Rasmussen, embodies what it means to go against the grain with intention and heart.Ariana wears many hats—mother, wife, twin sister, Girl Scout troop leader, and technical project manager at Galileo, the Utah-based fintech company reshaping how people interact with money. And she’s a force. Sharp, confident, unshakably grounded—Ariana tackles hard things with grace while building a life that blends ambition with genuine fulfillment.This episode is an inspiring reminder that “boss behavior” isn’t just about achievement—it’s about authenticity, balance, and the courage to carve your own path.

Meet Heidi Peters Tagliafierri — powerhouse founder and CEO of Consumed, the ultimate social hub where your passions collide: movies, TV, books, music, podcasts, and games. In this episode, Heidi takes us on a ride through her journey: the bold leap to New York City for a game-changing internship at Nielsen, her voyage into political marketing, how she channels her energy into hyping up everyone around her, the spark and grind behind building her own app from scratch.Heidi embodies the spirit of the startup world — fearless, inventive, and unstoppable. And fun fact: she was the very first person to know about the Pivotal Podcast. This isn’t just a story of building an app — it’s a story of building momentum, community, and possibility.

To wrap up the first season of the Pivotal podcast, host Rachel shares some thoughts about her kids going back to school and how she too is going back to the classroom. Rachel expresses gratitude to her first season of guests and promises there will be more pivotal moments to come.

In this episode, host Rachel picks the brain of personal trainer Nathan , owner of Flame and Forge fitness. The two talk about caffeine, creatine and whether or not cardio should come before or after weight training. Nathan shares his pivotal moment involving high school rugby and why he doesn't play anymore. Nathan shares his expertise on all things exercise and why meal planning on ChatGPT isn't the best at counting macros.

Burke Louis is a singer, songwriter and front man for Allbrook Station, a pop/rock band of five total members based in Salt Lake City, Utah. Burke and Rachel talk about being a band of girl dads and how important being home for the bedtime routine is. Burke shared his ultimate pivot in his life which is tied to becoming a dad. Burke shared how his solo career wasn't as fulfilling as being a part of a band of what he considers to be his brothers. Burke shared his thoughts on supporting bands and artists in today's digital environment and how the band is preparing for their upcoming showcase.

Emily Reuschel, host of the Wild and Waking podcast shares her pivotal moment that ultimately changed her whole trajectory. Despite living in a rural Illinois community of 43 people, Emily has gained a social media following of more than 3,000 and has helped lots of people in a similar situations arrive at their truer selves. Emily and Rachel talk about connecting via the internet, motherhood, podcasting and more.

In this episode Rachel reconnects with Utah publisher, author and illustrator, not to mention mom of four, Jayne Ann Osborne. Jayne shares her pivotal moment that left to to an unconventional path towards becoming who she ultimately is today. Rachel and Jayne reminisce about the book she wrote and illustrated, ʼWhen Mommies Get Sickʼ as well as the book she helped publish with her company Merry Robin Publishing, for former South Jordan city council woman, Leona Winger.

Join host Rachel as she learns about the pivotal moment for group fitness instructor Jan Sara. Fitness teacher and fitness student talk about the motivation needed for working out, the friendships formed, how to attain balance, and how movement truly is life and medicine. Jan shared also about her journey with breast cancer and how important it is to keep an eye on your health at all times (even if you eat 100% healthy and workout a lot).

Portland based author Steven Christiansen shared his pivotal moment and despite the tragic nature of that moment, opened up about how it helped him to become more empathic towards others throughout his life. Steven and Rachel discussed his new book, The Blue Line Letters, as well as the writing, editing, and feedback process when it comes to creating content as well as how important it is to create a shared community whenever possible.

In the last interview of The Other Side Series Rachel talks with Jennifer Davis who went through The Other Side Village program and who is now the wholesale logistics manager for The Other Side Donuts. Jennifer shares her pivotal moment and what she has learned along the way since that moment and how she uses her experience to help others facing similar situations.

The Other Side series continues as Rachel interviews Rob Myrick of The Other Side Village. Rob shares about his pivotal moment as well explains the mission and purpose of the Village located in Salt Lake City, Utah.

Rachel begins this series of interviews by talking with the General Manager of The Other Side Donuts, Nicholas Smith, who shares not only his pivotal moment but also a bit more about how The Other Side Donuts operates alongside the The Other Side Village and The Other Side Academy located in Salt Lake City, Utah.

Join host Rachel as she has a conversation with her Hawaii Pacific University classmate, Makana McClellan, current director of communications for the office of the governor of the state of Hawaii about her pivotal moment. Rachel and Makana discuss life, career and motherhood as it relates to her decision to leave one of her ʼdreamʼ colleges in order to maintain her relationship and where her professional journey has taken her.

Host Rachel Aubrey walks you through her pivotal moment that leads all the way to her present both professionally and personally.