The Power Transformation Podcast

What if the secret to building wealth had far less to do with strategy and everything to do with how worthy you believe you are of having it? At just 12 years old, Louis Swart woke up in a hospital with no memory of who he was and a long road back to learning how to walk, talk, and rebuild his entire identity from scratch. In this fascinating and soul stirring episode, Louis shares how he went on to build and sell multiple successful businesses, only to discover a hidden belief running quietly beneath all of it that kept sabotaging everything he created. Whether you are an entrepreneur, a dreamer, or simply someone ready to stop chasing more and start appreciating what you already have, Louis will leave you rethinking what success and self worth truly mean.Connect with Louis Swart:WebsiteFacebookLinkedInI invite you to leave a positive message with your insights, feedback, or uplifting message. Support the showThank you for listening to The Power Transformation Podcast with Alethea Felton. One to two episodes are released weekly.To support the show further, you are welcome to contribute a donation of any amount. In this way I can continue providing relevant, insightful, and engaging shows for you: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2094252/supporters/newThanks so much!

What would you sacrifice for the freedom of millions of people you may never meet? For Zolal Habibi, the answer has been everything. Born in the United States to Iranian activist parents, Zolal was shaped early by a devastating loss that would alter the entire course of her life and set her on a path of resistance she has never once abandoned. In this gripping and deeply moving episode, Zolal shares the personal cost of fighting for freedom, the truth behind what is really happening inside Iran today, and the unshakeable hope that fuels a movement decades in the making. This is the conversation that will challenge everything you thought you knew and remind you that real change is never the work of one person, but the courage of many refusing to give up.Connect with Zolal Habibi:WebsiteFacebookYouTubeInstagramI invite you to leave a positive message with your insights, feedback, or uplifting message. Support the showThank you for listening to The Power Transformation Podcast with Alethea Felton. One to two episodes are released weekly.To support the show further, you are welcome to contribute a donation of any amount. In this way I can continue providing relevant, insightful, and engaging shows for you: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2094252/supporters/newThanks so much!

What do you do when life takes everything from you all at once and still asks you to keep going? In just over a year, Morenike Oyenusi experienced the deaths of four of her closest loved ones, and yet she never once let go of her faith or her sense of purpose. In this breathtaking and deeply moving episode, Morenike shares how she raised three children through unimaginable grief, founded a publishing company in the middle of it all, and channeled every loss into a series of books that are now touching the lives of children and families around the world. Her story will remind you that victory is not always the absence of adversity but the unshakeable decision to keep believing in the middle of it.Connect with Morenike Oyenusi:WebsiteLinkedInFacebookI invite you to leave a positive message with your insights, feedback, or uplifting message. Support the showThank you for listening to The Power Transformation Podcast with Alethea Felton. One to two episodes are released weekly.To support the show further, you are welcome to contribute a donation of any amount. In this way I can continue providing relevant, insightful, and engaging shows for you: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2094252/supporters/newThanks so much!

What if the story you have been carrying inside you your entire life is actually the very thing that could set you free? Gail Harris has spent decades on a deeply personal spiritual journey, moving from the trauma of a shattered childhood and a life lived in fear of being blindsided, to the yoga ashrams, the inner work, and the profound awakening that ultimately led her to her true calling. As a certified ghostwriter and IP Any Book Award finalist specializing exclusively in women's memoir, Gail has made it her life's mission to help women connect the dots of their own stories, find the threads they never knew were there, and discover that the act of telling your truth is one of the most powerful forms of healing that exists. If you or a woman you know has ever felt like your story was too small, too messy, or simply not worth telling, this episode will gently and powerfully remind you that you could not be more wrong.Connect with Gail Harris:WebsiteLinkedInI invite you to leave a positive message with your insights, feedback, or uplifting message. Support the showThank you for listening to The Power Transformation Podcast with Alethea Felton. One to two episodes are released weekly.To support the show further, you are welcome to contribute a donation of any amount. In this way I can continue providing relevant, insightful, and engaging shows for you: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2094252/supporters/newThanks so much!

What if the very thing the world told you was your greatest weakness turned out to be your most extraordinary superpower? Coach Willie Blake spent years hiding behind silence, shame, and a carefully constructed mask after being diagnosed with dyslexia in first grade, carrying a weight that most people around him never even knew existed. In this electrifying and deeply human episode, Willie shares how two devastating losses in a single week in college cracked him wide open and ignited a mission to make sure no one around him ever felt that unseen or alone again. Whether you are neurodivergent, coaching others through their limitations, or simply ready to stop letting your label define your ceiling, Willie's journey from darkness into light will leave you breathless and ready to move. Sometimes the label they put on you in first grade is not a limitation, it is a calling card for the life you were always destined to build.Connect with Coach Willie Blake:WebsiteFacebookLinkedInI invite you to leave a positive message with your insights, feedback, or uplifting message. Support the showThank you for listening to The Power Transformation Podcast with Alethea Felton. One to two episodes are released weekly.To support the show further, you are welcome to contribute a donation of any amount. In this way I can continue providing relevant, insightful, and engaging shows for you: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2094252/supporters/newThanks so much!

What does it truly mean to make the world accessible, not just on paper, but in spirit? Jenna Udenberg has been navigating that question from a wheelchair since the age of 8, and what started as a personal journey through pain, resilience, and a fight just to be seen eventually became a mission to change how the world thinks, talks, and acts around disability. In this powerful and eye opening episode, Jenna shares her story as a former music educator turned accessibility advocate, nonprofit founder, and published author who is on a bold mission to push the world beyond the bare minimum of compliance and into the beautiful, expansive territory of true inclusion. Whether you live with a disability, love someone who does, or simply want to be a better human in the spaces you occupy, this episode will meet you exactly where you are and challenge you to go further.Connect with Jenna Udenberg:WebsiteFacebookLinkedInI invite you to leave a positive message with your insights, feedback, or uplifting message. Support the showThank you for listening to The Power Transformation Podcast with Alethea Felton. One to two episodes are released weekly.To support the show further, you are welcome to contribute a donation of any amount. In this way I can continue providing relevant, insightful, and engaging shows for you: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2094252/supporters/newThanks so much!

What if the life you always dreamed of was waiting for you on the other side of the world, and you finally said "yes"? Chanoa Inez did exactly that, trading the familiar for the extraordinary, crossing oceans, and stepping into something that felt nothing short of magical. But life, as it often does, had a different plan. What unfolded over the next decade would quietly unravel everything she thought she knew about herself, her identity, her body, and what it truly means to come back to joy. In this luminous and deeply moving episode, Chanoa shares the journey behind her book Dream On and her signature program Magnetize Your Personal Brand™, proving that the most powerful brand you will ever build is the one that starts from within. Tune in for your reminder that joy is not something you find on the other side of healing, but it is something you reclaim one brave decision at a time.Connect with Chanoa Inez:WebsiteLinkedInI invite you to leave a positive message with your insights, feedback, or uplifting message. Support the showThank you for listening to The Power Transformation Podcast with Alethea Felton. One to two episodes are released weekly.To support the show further, you are welcome to contribute a donation of any amount. In this way I can continue providing relevant, insightful, and engaging shows for you: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2094252/supporters/newThanks so much!

What do you do when the very thing you are meant to do with your life is the same thing the world tells you that you cannot? Dr. Danny Brassell spent his early years attending 18 different schools before the age of 12, being called stupid, and stuttering through a world that did not know what to do with him. What happened next is the kind of story that makes you want to put down every excuse you have ever made and get to work. Today Dr. Danny is an international speaker, bestselling author, and speaking coach who has stood on thousands of stages across the globe and built an empire out of the very voice they tried to silence. Whether you are stepping into your first stage or simply trying to find the courage to speak up in your own life, Dr. Danny's story will meet you right where you are and dare you to go further.Connect with Dr. Danny Brassell:WebsiteLinkedInInstagramFacebookI invite you to leave a positive message with your insights, feedback, or uplifting message. Support the showThank you for listening to The Power Transformation Podcast with Alethea Felton. One to two episodes are released weekly.To support the show further, you are welcome to contribute a donation of any amount. In this way I can continue providing relevant, insightful, and engaging shows for you: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2094252/supporters/newThanks so much!

What do you do when a doctor looks you in the eyes and tells you that you have 4 to 6 months to live? For Mark Ruegg, the answer was to refuse that sentence with everything in him and go searching for a different truth. Diagnosed with one of the rarest and most aggressive forms of Stage IV pancreatic cancer, Mark made a decision that would change not just his body but his entire understanding of what it means to be alive. In this breathtaking episode, Mark shares the healing journey that left his medical team at Cedars Sinai speechless and a 7-ingredient recipe that he believes holds the key to what his doctors could not explain. Sometimes the miracle is not just that you survived, it is that you were brave enough to believe you could before there was any proof that you would.Connect with Mark Ruegg:The Healing Recipe GuideFacebookInstagramI invite you to leave a positive message with your insights, feedback, or uplifting message. Support the showThank you for listening to The Power Transformation Podcast with Alethea Felton. One to two episodes are released weekly.To support the show further, you are welcome to contribute a donation of any amount. In this way I can continue providing relevant, insightful, and engaging shows for you: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2094252/supporters/newThanks so much!

What if the very thing you spent fifteen years hiding was actually the key to unlocking everything you were created to do? Stephanie Brandolini knows that journey intimately. As an award winning screenwriter and international bestselling author, Stephanie has built a life and a career on the power of story, but her most important story began in the darkest and most private corners of her own mind. In this deeply moving episode, Stephanie shares how a long and silent battle led her to discover that the wounds we are most afraid to speak about are often the very pages someone else desperately needs to read.Connect with Stephanie Brandolini:WebsiteLinkedInFacebookInstagramI invite you to leave a positive message with your insights, feedback, or uplifting message. Support the showThank you for listening to The Power Transformation Podcast with Alethea Felton. One to two episodes are released weekly.To support the show further, you are welcome to contribute a donation of any amount. In this way I can continue providing relevant, insightful, and engaging shows for you: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2094252/supporters/newThanks so much!

What does it take to walk away from everything you have built, with no clients, no bookings, and no guarantees, and still believe without a shadow of a doubt that you are exactly where you are supposed to be? Scott Schilling did just that, and what unfolded over the next three decades would take him to over 3,000 stages alongside some of the most iconic names in the world. In this electrifying episode, Scott shares the defining moments, the near death experience, the dangerous prayers, and the hard won wisdom that shaped him into one of the most sought after professional speakers on the planet. His message is simple but it will stop you in your tracks: Be the first stone, start the ripple, and trust that the river will find its way. This is the conversation that will make you stop counting your obstacles and start counting the opportunities you have been too afraid to claim.Connect with Scott Schilling:LinkedInWebsiteI invite you to leave a positive message with your insights, feedback, or uplifting message. Support the showThank you for listening to The Power Transformation Podcast with Alethea Felton. One to two episodes are released weekly.To support the show further, you are welcome to contribute a donation of any amount. In this way I can continue providing relevant, insightful, and engaging shows for you: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2094252/supporters/newThanks so much!

What if everything they told you about yourself was wrong? At just eight years old, Yosi Kossowsky was handed a label that was never his to carry, and for decades it followed him into every classroom, every relationship, and every room he dared to walk into. Yet somewhere between the rejection, the silence, and the long road nobody saw coming, something in Yosi refused to stay broken. Today as an executive development coach and keynote speaker, Yosi stands as a beacon for leaders everywhere, proving that the most powerful thing you can offer the world is the version of yourself that was never supposed to make it. Whether you are leading a team, rebuilding yourself, or still fighting your way out of a label that was never yours, this is the conversation that will make you look at every setback in your own life and finally see it for what it truly was.Connect with Yosi Kossowsky:LinkedInI invite you to leave a positive message with your insights, feedback, or uplifting message. Support the showThank you for listening to The Power Transformation Podcast with Alethea Felton. One to two episodes are released weekly.To support the show further, you are welcome to contribute a donation of any amount. In this way I can continue providing relevant, insightful, and engaging shows for you: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2094252/supporters/newThanks so much!

What if the worst moment of your life was actually the beginning of your greatest purpose? At just 25 years old, Maria Garcia woke up paralyzed from the nose down, completely mute, and fully conscious yet confused as the world moved around her. A massive stroke would set her on a decade of healing and ultimately spark her calling as a certified nutrition coach. Today Maria helps others transform their relationship with food through psychology rather than willpower so they can finally step into the full, purposeful life their body was always meant to live. Whether you are navigating recovery, rebuilding your health, or simply searching for a deeper way to live, this conversation will show you what lasting change could look like for your life.Connect with Maria Garcia: WebsiteLinkedInI invite you to leave a positive message with your insights, feedback, or uplifting message. Support the showThank you for listening to The Power Transformation Podcast with Alethea Felton. One to two episodes are released weekly.To support the show further, you are welcome to contribute a donation of any amount. In this way I can continue providing relevant, insightful, and engaging shows for you: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2094252/supporters/newThanks so much!

He spent the first years of his life in foster care, searching for stability, identity, and a place to belong, but what followed was a path marked by crime, addiction, and choices that could have cost him everything. In this powerful conversation, Ken Miller, resilience coach and national speaker, shares how his life experiences became the very foundation for the man he chose to become. Now a high-achieving entrepreneur, mentor, and leader of multiple ventures, Ken opens up about spiritual alignment, disciplined decision-making, and what it truly takes to live in integrity after you’ve lost your way. This episode will challenge you to confront your past, rethink your choices, and decide who you are willing to become next.Connect with Ken Miller: WebsiteLinkedInInstagramFacebookI invite you to leave a positive message with your insights, feedback, or uplifting message. Support the showThank you for listening to The Power Transformation Podcast with Alethea Felton. One to two episodes are released weekly.To support the show further, you are welcome to contribute a donation of any amount. In this way I can continue providing relevant, insightful, and engaging shows for you: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2094252/supporters/newThanks so much!

What do you do when your career shifts and your marriage begins to unravel at the same time? In this reflective conversation, Carol Williams shares how job loss, marital challenges, and unexpected life changes pushed her to reevaluate her identity and begin again. From rebuilding her sense of self to creating Beacon of Light, Carol now helps leaders move forward without losing themselves in the process. This episode will meet you in those uncertain moments and remind you that even when life feels unstable, you still have the power to choose what comes next.Connect with Carol Williams:WebsiteLinkedInFacebookYouTubeI invite you to leave a positive message with your insights, feedback, or uplifting message. Support the showThank you for listening to The Power Transformation Podcast with Alethea Felton. One to two episodes are released weekly.To support the show further, you are welcome to contribute a donation of any amount. In this way I can continue providing relevant, insightful, and engaging shows for you: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2094252/supporters/newThanks so much!

What happens when speaking up costs you everything you’ve built? In this gripping conversation, Roy Coughlan, podcaster coach, serial entrepreneur, and author, shares how financial loss, corruption, and over 100 court cases didn’t silence him but rather they forced him to confront who he really was and decide how he would move forward. From navigating betrayal and rebuilding after losing millions to stepping onto stages after years of fear, Roy reveals what it takes to move from silence to conviction. If you’ve ever questioned whether it’s worth it to stand firm in who you are, this episode will push you to stop holding back and start using your voice as your power. Connect with Roy Coughlan:WebsiteRoy's PodcastsLinkedInFacebookI invite you to leave a positive message with your insights, feedback, or uplifting message. Support the showThank you for listening to The Power Transformation Podcast with Alethea Felton. One to two episodes are released weekly.To support the show further, you are welcome to contribute a donation of any amount. In this way I can continue providing relevant, insightful, and engaging shows for you: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2094252/supporters/newThanks so much!

The phone rings. A doctor’s voice delivers words that change everything. In this deeply moving conversation, Zoraida Morales shares how a cancer diagnosis (Chronic Myeloid Leukemia) followed by 13 years of chemotherapy and subsequently divorce became the turning points that reshaped her life, her priorities, and her understanding of self-love. Now a Certified Nutrition Cancer Coach, speaker, and author of Awaken to Joy, Zoraida helps survivors and caregivers move through fear, rebuild their lives, and rediscover meaning after diagnosis. If you or someone you love has ever faced cancer, this conversation will remind you that even in life’s hardest chapters, new strength and purpose can still unfold.Connect with Zoraida MoralesWebsiteLinkedInFacebookI invite you to leave a positive message with your insights, feedback, or uplifting message. Support the showThank you for listening to The Power Transformation Podcast with Alethea Felton. One to two episodes are released weekly.To support the show further, you are welcome to contribute a donation of any amount. In this way I can continue providing relevant, insightful, and engaging shows for you: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2094252/supporters/newThanks so much!

What does it really mean to live your personal brand instead of simply talking about it? In this episode, Dr. Brigitte Bojkowszky, founder of Bridget Brands, shares her remarkable journey from childhood dreams of becoming a flight attendant to earning a PhD, teaching in academia, and ultimately stepping into entrepreneurship and leadership coaching. Through defining “light bulb moments,” financial uncertainty, and bold career shifts, she discovered that real branding begins with uncovering who you truly are and having the courage to live from that place every day. This conversation will resonate with anyone ready to step beyond expectations, challenge limiting beliefs, and build a life and leadership presence that reflects their deepest identity.Connect with Dr. Brigitte BojkowszkyWebsiteLinkedInI invite you to leave a positive message with your insights, feedback, or uplifting message. Support the showThank you for listening to The Power Transformation Podcast with Alethea Felton. One to two episodes are released weekly.To support the show further, you are welcome to contribute a donation of any amount. In this way I can continue providing relevant, insightful, and engaging shows for you: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2094252/supporters/newThanks so much!

What if midlife is not the time to slow down, but the moment to recreate your entire identity courageously? In this energizing episode, Ronda Taylor shares how she sold nearly everything she owned after divorce, left a comfortable life behind, and spent nine years traveling the world to rediscover who she truly was. A mother, grandmother, TEDx Speaker, Digital Nomad, and Founder of Midlife Rondavous and NomadFlow.ai, Ronda now guides women navigating midlife transitions to travel solo, embrace technology like AI, and live unapologetically. This conversation is for anyone standing at a crossroads and quietly wondering if it is too late to choose freedom, adventure, and a life that feels fully their own.Connect with Ronda Taylor:WebsiteLinkedInNomadFlow.aiI invite you to leave a positive message with your insights, feedback, or uplifting message. Support the showThank you for listening to The Power Transformation Podcast with Alethea Felton. One to two episodes are released weekly.To support the show further, you are welcome to contribute a donation of any amount. In this way I can continue providing relevant, insightful, and engaging shows for you: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2094252/supporters/newThanks so much!

Before you change the world, you must decide who you are within it. In this intimate conversation, Tara Jaye Frank opens her heart about the evolution from a painfully shy child in New Bedford, Massachusetts to a wife, mother, author, and nationally respected leadership and culture consultant who helps organizations strengthen employee experience and close the contribution gap. We explore the message behind her powerful new book, You Are Before the World, and what it means to do meaningful work without becoming undone by it. If you have ever felt called to lead, serve, or build something bigger than yourself while trying not to lose your own voice in the process, this episode will stir something deep within you.Connect with Tara Jaye Frank:WebsiteInstagramLinkedInI invite you to leave a positive message with your insights, feedback, or uplifting message. Support the showThank you for listening to The Power Transformation Podcast with Alethea Felton. One to two episodes are released weekly.To support the show further, you are welcome to contribute a donation of any amount. In this way I can continue providing relevant, insightful, and engaging shows for you: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2094252/supporters/newThanks so much!

What does it take to rebuild yourself again and again when life keeps testing your limits? In this conversation, former UFC fighter turned entrepreneur and high-performance coach Clifford Starks shares his journey from childhood obesity and financial struggle to disciplined leadership and bold vision. From confronting fear to developing resilience, Clifford discusses in-depth the mindset shifts that separate those who stay stuck from those who gain wisdom and strong focus. If you are navigating the difficult aspects of life, executing huge goals, or redefining who you are becoming, this episode will challenge you to lead yourself at a higher level.Connect with Clifford Starks:WebsiteFacebookI invite you to leave a positive message with your insights, feedback, or uplifting message. Support the showThank you for listening to The Power Transformation Podcast with Alethea Felton. One to two episodes are released weekly.To support the show further, you are welcome to contribute a donation of any amount. In this way I can continue providing relevant, insightful, and engaging shows for you: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2094252/supporters/newThanks so much!

Toxic love does not usually announce itself. It slowly chips away at your confidence, your voice, and your sense of who you are until one day you realize you no longer recognize yourself. In this deeply honest conversation, toxic relationship recovery coach, storyteller, podcaster, poet, and brand strategist Katina Horton shares how she survived a toxic marriage, confronted intergenerational trauma, and chose herself after years of silence. Now devoted to helping women reclaim their voice and rebuild their lives through coaching, writing, and her platform, Katina speaks with raw clarity about the pain of staying, the fear of leaving, and the strength it takes to begin again. This episode is for anyone who has loved deeply, lost themselves in the process, and is finally ready to come back home to their own power.Connect with Katina Horton:WebsiteFacebookInstagramI invite you to leave a positive message with your insights, feedback, or uplifting message. Support the showThank you for listening to The Power Transformation Podcast with Alethea Felton. One to two episodes are released weekly.To support the show further, you are welcome to contribute a donation of any amount. In this way I can continue providing relevant, insightful, and engaging shows for you: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2094252/supporters/newThanks so much!

Some of the strongest people you know are quietly carrying more than anyone realizes, and that strength deserves to be honored. In this honest and affirming conversation, mental health advocate and professional speaker, Maddie Andrews shares what it truly means to live a meaningful, purpose-filled life while navigating OCD and Bipolar Disorder 1 courageously. As a peer support specialist and founder of the nonprofit mental health community J&E Support Group, Maddie speaks openly about choosing to use her voice for the greater good over remaining silent, support over isolation, and self-trust over shame. This episode is for anyone who refuses to hide their reality and ready to live with openness, dignity, and self-compassion.Connect with Maddie Andrews:WebsiteFacebookI invite you to leave a positive message with your insights, feedback, or uplifting message. Support the showThank you for listening to The Power Transformation Podcast with Alethea Felton. One to two episodes are released weekly.To support the show further, you are welcome to contribute a donation of any amount. In this way I can continue providing relevant, insightful, and engaging shows for you: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2094252/supporters/newThanks so much!

What happens when the weight you’re carrying isn’t just physical, but emotional, relational, and deeply tied to survival? In this powerful conversation, Shelly Besancon shares her path from childhood silence and an abusive marriage to reclaiming her voice, her body, and her sense of self after unimaginable loss. Shelly opens up about how emotional healing became the doorway to releasing 65 pounds and reshaping her life, not through punishment, but through compassion and self-forgiveness. This episode is a reminder that freedom often begins when we stop carrying what was never ours to hold.Connect with Shelly Besancon:WebsiteFacebookInstagramLinkedInI invite you to leave a positive message with your insights, feedback, or uplifting message. Support the showThank you for listening to The Power Transformation Podcast with Alethea Felton. One to two episodes are released weekly.To support the show further, you are welcome to contribute a donation of any amount. In this way I can continue providing relevant, insightful, and engaging shows for you: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2094252/supporters/newThanks so much!

What if the pressure to lead isn’t the problem but the way you’ve been carrying it is? In this transparent conversation, Leadership Coach Randy Wheeler discusses what it means to lead without striving, forcing, or losing yourself in the process. Randy shares how faith reshaped his approach to leadership, moving him from willpower and control toward trust, peace, and purpose both at work and at home. This episode is for those who are doing their best while being responsible for so much yet wanting to lead in a way that actually fits who they are not who they’re expected to be.Connect with Randy Wheeler:Business WebsiteLinkedInFacebookRandy Wheeler's Maxwell Leadership Certified Team SiteI invite you to leave a positive message with your insights, feedback, or uplifting message. Support the showThank you for listening to The Power Transformation Podcast with Alethea Felton. One to two episodes are released weekly.To support the show further, you are welcome to contribute a donation of any amount. In this way I can continue providing relevant, insightful, and engaging shows for you: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2094252/supporters/newThanks so much!

In a new year many people feel the quiet tension of knowing their lives no longer fully reflect who they have become. In this solo episode, I, Alethea Felton, speak directly to those standing at a crossroads, carrying success, responsibility, and growth while sensing a deeper need for alignment. This conversation explores what it means to outgrow roles, environments, and expectations without shame, and how to listen to the inner signals that point toward realignment. If you are in need of grounded reflection, reassurance, and a reminder that growth is not about becoming someone new, but about living in a way that honors who you already are, this episode is for you.I invite you to leave a positive message with your insights, feedback, or uplifting message. Support the showThank you for listening to The Power Transformation Podcast with Alethea Felton. One to two episodes are released weekly.To support the show further, you are welcome to contribute a donation of any amount. In this way I can continue providing relevant, insightful, and engaging shows for you: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2094252/supporters/newThanks so much!

There are moments in life that quietly decide the direction of your future, and Jared Barto lived through several that nearly cost him his. In this deeply moving conversation, Jared opens up about surviving suicidal despair, redefining his value, and walking away from a life that looked successful but felt empty inside. From corporate burnout to building his company Funnel Fixer Upper, Jared shares how faith, mindset shifts, and courageous honesty helped him rebuild his marriage, his leadership, and his purpose from the inside out. This episode is a reminder that your life can change the moment you finally choose yourself. Connect with Jared Barto:WebsiteInstagramFacebookLinkedInI invite you to leave a positive message with your insights, feedback, or uplifting message. Support the showThank you for listening to The Power Transformation Podcast with Alethea Felton. One to two episodes are released weekly.To support the show further, you are welcome to contribute a donation of any amount. In this way I can continue providing relevant, insightful, and engaging shows for you: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2094252/supporters/newThanks so much!

What if the key to transforming your life is hidden in the challenges you never expected to face? In this Best of Episode of The Power Transformation Podcast, I sit down with M.B. Paradise, a former athletic trainer whose journey led her to become the author of the heartwarming children’s book Beach Santa. Inspired by resilience and her passion for disability inclusion, M.B. shares how she turned self-doubt into purpose, bringing her creative vision to life during the pandemic. Whether you’re an aspiring author or seeking inspiration for your own journey, M.B.’s story is a beautiful testament to courage, creativity, and the power of following your heart.Connect with M.B.:WebsiteInstagramFacebookLinkedInI invite you to leave a positive message with your insights, feedback, or uplifting message. Support the showThank you for listening to The Power Transformation Podcast with Alethea Felton. One to two episodes are released weekly.To support the show further, you are welcome to contribute a donation of any amount. In this way I can continue providing relevant, insightful, and engaging shows for you: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2094252/supporters/newThanks so much!

Leadership is often celebrated in moments of success, but rarely examined in moments of grief, failure, and impossible decisions. In this deeply transparent conversation, Curtis Kelley opens up about the experiences during his Air Force service that forever reshaped how he sees leadership, responsibility, and care for others. From high-pressure missions to heartbreaking realities that demanded presence over answers, Curtis shares why people must always come before performance. This episode is an invitation to lead with courage, humility, and humanity especially when the stakes are high and the path forward is unclear.Connect with Curtis Kelley:WebsiteLinkedInI invite you to leave a positive message with your insights, feedback, or uplifting message. Support the showThank you for listening to The Power Transformation Podcast with Alethea Felton. One to two episodes are released weekly.To support the show further, you are welcome to contribute a donation of any amount. In this way I can continue providing relevant, insightful, and engaging shows for you: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2094252/supporters/newThanks so much!

Alan Underwood’s life reads like a steady climb followed by sudden turbulence and a powerful return to altitude. A pilot, entrepreneur, and philanthropist, Alan opens up about navigating profound personal loss, a moment that nearly ended everything, and the inner reckoning that redirected his life toward service, self-love, and purpose. From aviation and entrepreneurship to leading life-saving missions with Angel Flight West, this conversation reveals how learning to “be there” for his children became the anchor that saved his life. This episode is a reminder that even after the hardest descent, it’s possible to regain control, chart a new course, and fly forward with intention.Connect with Alan Underwood: WebsiteLinkedInInstagramFacebookI invite you to leave a positive message with your insights, feedback, or uplifting message. Support the showThank you for listening to The Power Transformation Podcast with Alethea Felton. One to two episodes are released weekly.To support the show further, you are welcome to contribute a donation of any amount. In this way I can continue providing relevant, insightful, and engaging shows for you: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2094252/supporters/newThanks so much!

In this episode from Season 2 back in December 2023, it's all about the holiday season. With it being in full swing, it's easy to get caught up in the hustle and bustle and find yourself feeling burnt out. But, it doesn't have to be that way!In this episode, we'll discuss five holistic wellness tips that can help you avoid burnout and navigate the holidays with ease. From prioritizing self-care to connecting with loved ones, we'll cover a range of strategies that can help you maintain your mental, physical, and emotional wellbeing during this busy time of year.So grab a cup of hot cocoa, put your feet up, and tune in to discover how you can avoid burnout and enjoy the holidays to the fullest!I invite you to leave a positive message with your insights, feedback, or uplifting message. Support the showThank you for listening to The Power Transformation Podcast with Alethea Felton. One to two episodes are released weekly.To support the show further, you are welcome to contribute a donation of any amount. In this way I can continue providing relevant, insightful, and engaging shows for you: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2094252/supporters/newThanks so much!

For so many people the holidays bring more than celebration; they bring a deep ache of change, transition, or loneliness. In this solo episode I pull back the curtain on the realities so many quietly endure: New beginnings, fractured family ties, or facing empty chairs at the table. Whether you’re in a season of rebuilding, navigating grief, or simply searching for meaning, this conversation is your reminder that you are not alone, your feelings are valid, and you have full permission to create traditions that fit your life now not only your past. If the holiday season feels heavy, let this be the message that helps you reclaim your power, your story, and your hope.I invite you to leave a positive message with your insights, feedback, or uplifting message. Support the showThank you for listening to The Power Transformation Podcast with Alethea Felton. One to two episodes are released weekly.To support the show further, you are welcome to contribute a donation of any amount. In this way I can continue providing relevant, insightful, and engaging shows for you: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2094252/supporters/newThanks so much!

Some awakenings begin quietly. For Heather Eck it began with a spiritual nudge that pulled her out of a draining corporate life and into a calling rooted in art, intuition, and emotional healing. In this enlightening conversation, Heather shares how synesthesia (experiencing one sense through another) shaped her creative world, how leaving a toxic workplace opened the path to freedom, and how she now guides others to reconnect with their inner wisdom through color, energy, and Spirit-led artistry. If you’ve ever sensed there was more to your life than the path you were following, Heather’s story will remind you that your soul always points toward your chosen path. Connect with Heather Eck:WebsiteInstagramFacebookYour Radiant Spirit (Podcast)I invite you to leave a positive message with your insights, feedback, or uplifting message. Support the showThank you for listening to The Power Transformation Podcast with Alethea Felton. One to two episodes are released weekly.To support the show further, you are welcome to contribute a donation of any amount. In this way I can continue providing relevant, insightful, and engaging shows for you: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2094252/supporters/newThanks so much!

There are moments in life when survival becomes a choice, and sometimes the only lifeline is the thing that awakens your entire being. In this gripping episode, Jasari shares how music became both an escape from a world of gangs and violence and the calling that transformed his life as an athlete to one of a musical artist. From unexpected challenges to grief in more ways than one, Jasari reveals the moments that shaped his emotional resilience, artistic depth, and commitment to helping others achieve their highest potential. If you’ve ever felt torn between where you come from and who you’re becoming, this conversation will speak to your soul.Connect with Jasari:WebsiteInstagramFacebookXI invite you to leave a positive message with your insights, feedback, or uplifting message. Support the showThank you for listening to The Power Transformation Podcast with Alethea Felton. One to two episodes are released weekly.To support the show further, you are welcome to contribute a donation of any amount. In this way I can continue providing relevant, insightful, and engaging shows for you: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2094252/supporters/newThanks so much!

What happens when the descendant of Holocaust survivors channels generational resilience into transforming lives across business, finance, and philanthropy? Bill Korman’s extraordinary story stretches from Navy service to entrepreneurial ventures to supporting organizations that are committed to fighting human trafficking, researching cures for childhood cancer, and assisting military veterans. Each chapter of Bill's life is anchored by faith, family values, and an unshakable mission to serve others. In this powerful episode, Bill reveals how bankruptcy became a springboard for his financial mastery, why he believes “time ownership” outperforms time management, and how he’s helping everyday people win the money game with practical, real-world strategies. If you’ve ever questioned how to leave a legacy that lasts for generations to come, this conversation will challenge and inspire you to build that exact life.Connect with Bill Korman:WebsiteLinkedInThe 168 Game BookI invite you to leave a positive message with your insights, feedback, or uplifting message. Support the showThank you for listening to The Power Transformation Podcast with Alethea Felton. One to two episodes are released weekly.To support the show further, you are welcome to contribute a donation of any amount. In this way I can continue providing relevant, insightful, and engaging shows for you: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2094252/supporters/newThanks so much!

After the devastation of divorce and a harrowing battle with breast cancer, Divorce Recovery Consultant Renee “RaeJae” Johnson refused to let heartbreak or hardship define her future. In this authentic conversation, RaeJae shares how she found the courage to rebuild her life, rediscover her confidence, and create a supportive community for women on similar journeys. Through faith, self-reflection, and accountability, RaeJae offers empowering insights for anyone seeking to reclaim their purpose and heal from life’s toughest transitions. Her story is proof that even in the aftermath of loss, renewal and possibility await.Connect with Renee Johnson:FacebookInstagramI invite you to leave a positive message with your insights, feedback, or uplifting message. Support the showThank you for listening to The Power Transformation Podcast with Alethea Felton. One to two episodes are released weekly.To support the show further, you are welcome to contribute a donation of any amount. In this way I can continue providing relevant, insightful, and engaging shows for you: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2094252/supporters/newThanks so much!

Legacy is not about what you leave behind; it's about how you live every single day. In this dynamic episode, Dr. Andrea Adams-Miller reveals her unconventional journey from the musical theater stage to the boardrooms of business, neuroscience, and publicity. Whether drafting high-stakes legal contracts, conquering colon cancer, or mentoring clients, Dr. Andrea brings a rare blend of grit, wisdom, and heart. Discover how she helps celebrities, entrepreneurs, and changemakers build lasting influence one connection at a time while staying fiercely committed to family, values, and ongoing growth.Connect with Dr. Andrea Adams-Miller:LinkedInFacebookThe Red Carpet ConnectionThe Subconscious ConnectionIgnite Your RelationshipI invite you to leave a positive message with your insights, feedback, or uplifting message. Support the showThank you for listening to The Power Transformation Podcast with Alethea Felton. One to two episodes are released weekly.To support the show further, you are welcome to contribute a donation of any amount. In this way I can continue providing relevant, insightful, and engaging shows for you: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2094252/supporters/newThanks so much!

Some stories remind us that it’s possible to rebuild, even after the unimaginable. In this moving episode, Jenny Burba shares how she navigated the heartbreak of loss first through the pain of stillbirth then suddenly as a young widow while forging a path of resilience, faith, and creative renewal. Jenny opens up about rediscovering her identity beyond her role as a mother of 13 children (11 biological and two bonus), taking a chance to embrace love again through remarriage, and helping others heal grief and major life transitions through entrepreneurship while blending art, faith, and vulnerability. Jenny's journey is a testament to the strength it takes to start over and the grace found in embracing every chapter of life, no matter how unexpected.Connect with Jenny Burba:WebsiteCreative Resilience HealingFacebookLinkedInI invite you to leave a positive message with your insights, feedback, or uplifting message. Support the showThank you for listening to The Power Transformation Podcast with Alethea Felton. One to two episodes are released weekly.To support the show further, you are welcome to contribute a donation of any amount. In this way I can continue providing relevant, insightful, and engaging shows for you: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2094252/supporters/newThanks so much!

When life knocked her down through burnout, a toxic relationship, and a career setback, Brittany Russell didn’t just rebuild; she reinvented herself from the inside out. In this empowering episode, Brittany shares how she left the corporate grind of aviation to become an Energy & Embodiment Coach helping women over age 35 to go from drained to energized and confident. Blending her expertise as a makeup artist with deep personal growth practices in her work as a self-image and wellness strategist, Brittany's story is proof that true transformation starts with self-worth, intentional confidence, and the courage to rewrite your narrative. If you’re ready to step into a new season of boldness and radiance, Brittany’s journey will ignite your next breakthrough.Connect with Brittany Russell:WebsiteLinkedInI invite you to leave a positive message with your insights, feedback, or uplifting message. Support the showThank you for listening to The Power Transformation Podcast with Alethea Felton. One to two episodes are released weekly.To support the show further, you are welcome to contribute a donation of any amount. In this way I can continue providing relevant, insightful, and engaging shows for you: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2094252/supporters/newThanks so much!

Imagine staring down $250,000 in credit card debt and a life unraveling from the inside out. That was the reality for Chris Felton until he made the radical decision to confront his deepest money beliefs and start building wealth from within. In this unforgettable episode, Chris (now a bestselling author, global speaker, and President of AOG Wealth Partners which is a thriving financial services firm) reveals how he rewrote his financial destiny through personal growth, morning routines, and conscious belief shifts, rising from six-figure debt and divorce to remarriage and a thriving seven-figure business. His story is living proof that no matter how dire your financial situation, you can break free from scarcity and create true abundance starting in your mind.Connect with Chris Felton:WebsiteLinkedInEmail: [email protected] invite you to leave a positive message with your insights, feedback, or uplifting message. Support the showThank you for listening to The Power Transformation Podcast with Alethea Felton. One to two episodes are released weekly.To support the show further, you are welcome to contribute a donation of any amount. In this way I can continue providing relevant, insightful, and engaging shows for you: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2094252/supporters/newThanks so much!

Do you give in easily if someone asks you to do something? Are you the “go-to” person for almost everyone in your life? Is saying “no” difficult for you? Do you find that you lose quality time from your immediate family or closest loved ones because you’re fulfilling other requests? Well, if you know someone like this or if you answered “yes” to any of these questions, then this encore episode is for you.Aired originally in Season 1 (June 2023), I share five simple ways to say “NO” directly and politely that help you set clear, healthy boundaries, manage your time more effectively, eliminate guilt, and honor your self-respect.I invite you to leave a positive message with your insights, feedback, or uplifting message. Support the showThank you for listening to The Power Transformation Podcast with Alethea Felton. One to two episodes are released weekly.To support the show further, you are welcome to contribute a donation of any amount. In this way I can continue providing relevant, insightful, and engaging shows for you: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2094252/supporters/newThanks so much!

After surviving two abusive marriages, chronic illness, finding true love ultimately and then the heartbreak of losing her beloved husband to early onset Alzheimer’s, Darlene Greene discovered that healing often begins where hope was nearly lost. In this moving episode, Darlene, a United States Navy veteran and also a Master Foundational Cell Activation Technology Consultant, opens up about transforming personal pain into purpose using breakthrough health technology to restore her own wellbeing and bring relief to her beloved husband. Her story is a testament to the power of self-care, resilience, and finding love again even after life’s harshest storms. If you’ve ever wondered what it looks like to reclaim your health and joy against all odds, Darlene’s journey will show you it’s possible.Connect with Darlene Greene:WebsiteLinkedInFacebookBook an Appointment with DarleneI invite you to leave a positive message with your insights, feedback, or uplifting message. Support the showThank you for listening to The Power Transformation Podcast with Alethea Felton. One to two episodes are released weekly.To support the show further, you are welcome to contribute a donation of any amount. In this way I can continue providing relevant, insightful, and engaging shows for you: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2094252/supporters/newThanks so much!

When so much in her world seemed to fall apart, this trailblazer refused to let adversity have the final say. Instead, she became a catalyst for faith fueled transformation on a global scale. In this episode, Elaine Lankford, former nurse and founder of the She Steps Forward International, shares how her life was upended by professional loss and personal grief only to discover a higher calling that would influence and change the lives of women entrepreneurs globally from the United States all the way to the continent of Africa. Elaine’s story of perseverance, faith, and bold vision proves that even after the most devastating setbacks, overcoming challenges and leading and serving others on a global scale is possible. If you’ve ever doubted whether your pain could be the start of something greater, this conversation will reignite your hope and determination.Connect with Elaine Lankford:WebsiteLinkedInFacebookI invite you to leave a positive message with your insights, feedback, or uplifting message. Support the showThank you for listening to The Power Transformation Podcast with Alethea Felton. One to two episodes are released weekly.To support the show further, you are welcome to contribute a donation of any amount. In this way I can continue providing relevant, insightful, and engaging shows for you: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2094252/supporters/newThanks so much!

What if the path from high school dropout to doctor of education is possible for you, too? In this moving episode, Dr. Karla Valrie-Potts pulls back the curtain on her remarkable journey from turbulent teen years to ultimately earning her GED to rising as a powerhouse educator, university professor, and founder of KVP Education Consulting. Dr. VP shares the pivotal moments, faith, and resilience that fueled her transformation and reveals how she now helps teachers and students rewrite their own stories. If you’ve ever doubted your next chapter or wondered what’s possible with the right support, this conversation will ignite your belief in second chances and unstoppable growth.Connect with Dr. Karla Valrie-PottsWebsitePurchase Dr. VP's BookLinkedInTikTokFacebookI invite you to leave a positive message with your insights, feedback, or uplifting message. Support the showThank you for listening to The Power Transformation Podcast with Alethea Felton. One to two episodes are released weekly.To support the show further, you are welcome to contribute a donation of any amount. In this way I can continue providing relevant, insightful, and engaging shows for you: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2094252/supporters/newThanks so much!

What happens when you step out on faith, only to have life test your resilience in the most unexpected ways? In this transparent solo episode, I pull back the curtain on the realities of full-time entrepreneurship while caring for aging parents and navigating my father’s battle with stage 4 cancer and dementia as well as my mother’s own health setbacks. With honesty and heart, I share the weight of daily decisions, the power of family bonds, and the spiritual foundation that carries me forward. If you’re facing hard seasons or questioning your own leap, this episode is proof that with faith, gratitude, and community, you can find purpose even in uncertainty.I invite you to leave a positive message with your insights, feedback, or uplifting message. Support the showThank you for listening to The Power Transformation Podcast with Alethea Felton. One to two episodes are released weekly.To support the show further, you are welcome to contribute a donation of any amount. In this way I can continue providing relevant, insightful, and engaging shows for you: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2094252/supporters/newThanks so much!

Childhood abuse attempted to silence his voice and his story, but instead of breaking, he became a voice for healing. In this resilient and redemptive episode, global speaker and author Lawrence Harris shares how he rose from trauma, abandonment, and early responsibility to become a beacon of strength for young people worldwide. With fishing as his quiet place and public speaking as his power source, Lawrence opens up about his healing through therapy, his drive to protect others, and how storytelling became the lifeline he never knew he needed. If you've ever doubted your ability to overcome past pain, this conversation will remind you just how powerful your story is...and how sharing it can free multitudes!Connect with Lawrence:WebsiteInstagramTikTokLinkedInI invite you to leave a positive message with your insights, feedback, or uplifting message. Support the showThank you for listening to The Power Transformation Podcast with Alethea Felton. One to two episodes are released weekly.To support the show further, you are welcome to contribute a donation of any amount. In this way I can continue providing relevant, insightful, and engaging shows for you: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2094252/supporters/newThanks so much!

What happens when a young boy silenced by poverty, pain, and shame grows into a man who dares to reclaim his voice and then uses it to help others find theirs? In this raw and redemptive conversation, motivational speaker Chris Michael Rushing shares how the battles of his past from childhood trauma to addiction and divorce became the very soil for growth, self-love, and a new identity rooted in purpose. Now a devoted father, coach, and speaker, Chris opens up about how the military, fitness, and soul work helped him embrace the man he once resented and rewrite his future. If you've ever struggled with worthiness or wondered whether deep change is possible, this episode offers proof that healing is real, and it begins from within.Connect with Chris:WebsiteFacebookLinkedInI invite you to leave a positive message with your insights, feedback, or uplifting message. Support the showThank you for listening to The Power Transformation Podcast with Alethea Felton. One to two episodes are released weekly.To support the show further, you are welcome to contribute a donation of any amount. In this way I can continue providing relevant, insightful, and engaging shows for you: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2094252/supporters/newThanks so much!

What fuels someone to build an elite career strategy firm while navigating a chronic illness that once threatened to derail everything? In this compelling conversation, Porschia Parker-Griffin, psychology-trained founder of Fly High Coaching, pulls back the curtain on her 12-year career journey, the silent pain of endometriosis, and the quiet grit it took to move from sales to CEO. She opens up about trading basketball for books, battling burnout, and redefining success on her own terms all while helping high-performing professionals do the same. This episode is a masterclass in vision, wellness, and walking boldly through life’s sharpest detours.Connect with Porschia:WebsiteLinkedIn I invite you to leave a positive message with your insights, feedback, or uplifting message. Support the showThank you for listening to The Power Transformation Podcast with Alethea Felton. One to two episodes are released weekly.To support the show further, you are welcome to contribute a donation of any amount. In this way I can continue providing relevant, insightful, and engaging shows for you: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2094252/supporters/newThanks so much!

In this solo episode (and probably the shortest episode ever), I have a special announcement regarding August...and I'd love your help with something, too!I invite you to leave a positive message with your insights, feedback, or uplifting message. Support the showThank you for listening to The Power Transformation Podcast with Alethea Felton. One to two episodes are released weekly.To support the show further, you are welcome to contribute a donation of any amount. In this way I can continue providing relevant, insightful, and engaging shows for you: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2094252/supporters/newThanks so much!

What does it take to rise from the ashes of domestic violence and become a voice of power, healing, and change? In this gripping episode, Maria Carrion - author, domestic violence advocate, speaker, life coach - opens up about her remarkable transformation from a young mother in an abusive relationship to the deputy director of a $6.9 million housing unit. Her story weaves together generational strength, self-education, and an unwavering belief that your pain can fuel your purpose. Whether you’ve faced adversity or want to support others through it, Maria’s story is a raw and resilient reminder that survival is just the beginning.Connect with Maria:WebsiteLinkedInFacebookI invite you to leave a positive message with your insights, feedback, or uplifting message. Support the showThank you for listening to The Power Transformation Podcast with Alethea Felton. One to two episodes are released weekly.To support the show further, you are welcome to contribute a donation of any amount. In this way I can continue providing relevant, insightful, and engaging shows for you: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2094252/supporters/newThanks so much!