🎙️ Episode Title:

"Just 2 Minutes: What a Mirror Can Teach You About Who You Really Are"

Season of Self-Reflection — In the noise of everyday life, it's easy to underestimate what can happen in a short window of time. But what if just two minutes ⏱️ could start to shift your mindset 🧠, your confidence 💪, and even the course of your day 🌅?

Today’s guest, Kaitlyn Cook—that’s Kaitlyn with a K from the UK 🇬🇧—joins us from across the ocean 🌍 with a story that might just change how you see your own reflection—literally 🪞.

As a coach 🎯, digital nomad 🧳, and entrepreneur 💼, Kaitlyn helps people realign their lives with their deepest values 💖. But her own journey started with a feeling many of us know all too well: burnout 🔥.

After walking away 🚶‍♀️ from a corporate job and the conventional path she was “supposed” to follow, Kaitlyn began rebuilding her identity—starting with intentional moments in the mirror 🔄. Her personal mission is now centered around helping others create sustainable change 🌱 by showing up honestly—even if it’s only for two minutes a day ⏰.

In this episode, Kaitlyn opens up about what those two minutes have taught her—and how they can teach you, too. 💡

🌍 The digital nomad life: Why Kaitlyn chose to leave it all behind and travel the world

🔑 A defining decision: The moment that cracked open her perspective on time, energy, and self-trust

🪞 Mirror moments: How 120 seconds of eye contact with yourself can break old patterns and build new courage

🧘 The power of presence: Why being brutally honest with yourself is one of the most empowering things you can do

💪 Confidence isn’t built in hours—it’s built in minutes: How short, intentional practices can reshape how you show up in your life

🌱 Why starting small is the bravest move of all

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What could you change in just two minutes? ⏳ Today’s conversation is both a challenge and an invitation 📨.

The next time you find yourself in front of a mirror, take a breath 🧘, look yourself in the eye 👁️, and speak truth over your life 💬. No filters, no distractions—just two minutes of you with you.

If Kaitlyn’s story moved you ❤️, share this episode with a friend 🤝 who might need a reminder that small things can still spark big change ⚡. And if you haven’t already, leave us a review ⭐—your words mean the world 🌍 and help more people step into Other People’s Shoes 👟.

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🎙 Mind Reset: Mark Anthony

👤 Guest Intro:
Laughter, entertainment, just playing around, hoodwinked, hypnosis, bamboozled — today’s episode might start with a few laughs, but don’t be fooled. My guest, world-renowned hypnotist Mark Anthony, brings a story that’s anything but a trick. Raised in the chaos of Southeast London — surrounded by violence, abandonment, and addiction — Mark’s life spiraled through crime, prison, and pain.

But behind bars, he made one life-altering decision.
And that choice became the mind reset that changed everything.

⚠️ Important Warning:
While hypnosis can be a powerful tool for healing and transformation, it is not a game. In the wrong hands, it can be dangerous and even destructive. Please use extreme caution when exploring hypnosis and always seek trained, ethical professionals.

🎧 Episode Highlights:

With a violent and chaotic childhood, Mark fought to survive

How abandonment, abuse, and betrayal shaped his early years

The moment in prison that shifted everything

Discovering hypnosis — and how it gave him his life back

Why Mark’s story isn’t about tricks, but transformation

Using hypnotism to help others rise above the mess

The powerful reminder: It’s not where you start, it’s what you choose

🔗 Guest Links:

Mark Anthony’s Book link 

Social Handle @markanthonyhypnotist

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🗣 Call to Action:
If you've ever believed your past was too broken to come back from, let this episode be your wake-up call. Share it with someone who needs a mind reset of their own. And don’t forget to rate and leave a review — your voice helps others find hope in their hardest moments.

🎙️ Broken Timeline

❓ True or False: Does Time Really Heal ALL Wounds?

🧩 Season Theme: Unmade
This season on Other People’s Shoes, we explore what happens when life falls apart—when plans unravel, timelines break, and we’re left standing in the pieces. But sometimes, being unmade is what allows us to be remade into something stronger, deeper, and more real.

👣 Guest Introduction:
In 2012, Debbie White Wilkins Baisden’s timeline shattered. Her husband disappeared without warning, gone for 40 unbearable hours. When he was found, her reality shifted forever. Debbie became a widow at just 35. Now left to raise four sons—ages 8, 7, and 4-year-old twins—she stepped into a life she never planned for, marked by sorrow, strength, and spiritual discovery.

So, does time really heal all wounds—or does it simply teach us how to carry them? Join me as I walk in Debbie’s shoes through a "Broken Timeline" and discover the truth behind the pain and the possibility of healing. ⏳💔

✨ Episode Highlights:

❓ True or false? The myth and reality of time as a healer.

⏱️ What it was like living through 40 hours of fear and uncertainty.

👩‍👦‍👦 The emotional weight of parenting through profound loss.

🙏 How faith played a role in navigating grief and resilience.

🔄 The power of perspective, and how brokenness can birth unexpected strength.

🔗 Guest Links:

🌐 Debbie's Website

📸 Instagram: @fitwithdeb

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💬 Call to Action:
If Debbie’s journey moved you, share this episode with someone walking through their own season of brokenness. 💌 And don’t forget to leave a ⭐ rating or 💬 review—it helps others discover powerful stories like this one and walk in Other People’s Shoes.

🎙️ Season 20 Premiere: “Realigning the Compass” with Best-Selling Author Shaun Grant

Ever feel like you're navigating life with a broken compass? One minute you're heading north, the next you're spinning in circles—disoriented, overwhelmed, and unsure where you went off track. In this powerful kickoff to Season 20, we dive into what it means to be unmade —to sit in the mess, the unknown, the in-between—and discover it’s not the end, but the beginning.

Joining us today is Shaun Grant, best-selling author and transformational speaker, whose life is living proof that clarity often comes from chaos. With seven books to his name, Sean has mastered the art of realignment—not just writing about transformation, but living it every day.

What it feels like to lose direction—and how to find your way back

Why your “unmade” moments might be sacred invitations

The power of surrender, trust, and divine timing

How to shift your mindset from “waiting” to welcoming what’s next

A sneak peek into Sean’s latest book and the bold question it asks: 
Who would you be if you believed everything you wanted was already on its way , guaranteed, right on time? 

This conversation is more than just a story—it’s a call to realign your inner compass, breathe easier, and step boldly into the life that’s waiting for you. Join me as I step into Shaun's shoes.

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Instagram: @ iamshaugrant 

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Season Finale – Heart Pain (Unedited & Unfiltered)
🎙 Other People's Shoes Podcast – Season 19: X-Ray

"This is the first episode I’ve ever released completely raw—no edits, no filters. Just real, unflinching truth. It’s a big step for me… and maybe it will be for you, too."

Are you haunted by the pain of sexual trauma?
Do you carry shame, anxiety, and anger like a second skin?
Does healing feel like a far-off dream you’re unsure how to reach?

In this powerful and deeply personal season finale, I sit down with Nancy Manassero, author of Heartmending, who shares her raw and redemptive journey through sexual trauma, and how Christ met her in the middle of the pain.

Nancy’s story is not just about surviving—it’s about reclaiming joy, wholeness, and identity. Through Scripture, research, prayer, and vulnerability, she invites others to:

♥ Overcome shame that silences
♥ Make peace with the “why”
♥ Establish healing soul-care habits
♥ Break free from forgiveness myths
♥ Discover lasting freedom and hope

If you’ve been living in survival mode, it's time to step out.
If you’ve been waiting for a sign that healing is possible, this is it.

This episode is raw, real, and resurrecting.
It’s the kind of conversation that may start your journey toward mending your heart.

🎧 Listen in—and maybe, just maybe, find what your soul’s been searching for.

Let me know if you'd like any other adjustments!, author of Heartmending, who shares her raw and redemptive journey through sexual trauma, and how Christ met her in the middle of the pain.

To learn more about Nancy, click here

Nancy’s story is not just about surviving—it’s about reclaiming joy, wholeness, and identity. Through Scripture, research, prayer, and vulnerability, she invites others to:

♥ Overcome shame that silences
♥ Make peace with the “why”
♥ Establish healing soul-care habits
♥ Break free from forgiveness myths
♥ Discover lasting freedom and hope

If you’ve been living in survival mode, it's time to step out.
If you’ve been waiting for a sign that healing is possible, this is it.

This episode is raw, real, and resurrecting.
It’s the kind of conversation that may start your journey toward mending your heart.

🎧 Listen in—and maybe, just maybe, find what your soul’s been searching for.

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Remember, when you walk in Other People's Shoes, you get a different perspective!

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In this powerful episode of Other People's Shoes, we explore the true meaning of transformation — not just physically, but emotionally and mentally. Much like the 80s classic Transformers cartoon, where characters could shift into stronger, more capable versions of themselves, today’s guest, Roman Fischer reveals how he tapped into that same transformative power through fitness. Bullied and body-shamed growing up, Roman struggled with negative thoughts and the pain of others’ judgments. But everything changed when he discovered the gym. What started as a way to escape became a path to empowerment. Through the discipline of weight lifting, Roman found confidence, clarity, and control over his own narrative.

We dive into:

Roman’s early experiences with bullying and self-doubt

How fitness became a safe place for growth and healing

The mindset shift that helped him overcome negativity

Why it’s never too late to start your health journey

The power of routine and showing up, even on the hard days

His favorite quote: "Motivation gets you going, but consistency keeps you growing."

If you've ever struggled to take the first step toward your goals or felt limited by your past. Roman reminds us all that we are more than meets the eye — and that the strongest transformation always starts within. Join me as I walk in Roman's shoes. 

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Remember, when you walk in Other People's Shoes, you get a different perspective!

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Let’s use our imagination for a moment.

Picture a puzzle box—1,000 pieces, maybe more. You’ve just opened it. The pieces spill out across the table. As you begin flipping each one over, you try to envision what the finished picture will look like. Piece by piece, the image becomes clearer. You start to feel that satisfaction of progress… until you realize something’s not right. Some pieces are missing. No matter how hard you search, they’re just not there.

This is more than just a frustrating puzzle. For Dr. Danisha Keating, it’s a metaphor for her life.

Danisha grew up in the foster care system—moving from place to place, often without answers or a sense of stability. As an adult, she recently attempted to retrieve her childhood records, hoping to uncover the truth about what led to her placement in foster care. She was seeking answers, clarity, and maybe even healing. But instead, she found redacted files. Pages of information blacked out. Details erased. Just like a puzzle with critical pieces gone.

Her story brought to mind a song I hadn’t heard in years: “Does Anybody Hear Her” by Casting Crowns. The lyrics still hit hard:

"Does anybody see?
Or does anybody even know she's going down today?
Under the shadow of our steeple
With all the lost and lonely people
Searching for the hope that's tucked away in you and me..."

Danisha’s story is one of heartbreak, yes—but also of incredible resilience. She has taken those blank spaces, those unanswered questions, and chosen to build something beautiful with what she does have. She's now a speaker, educator, and advocate—helping others find hope amid their missing pieces.

In this episode, we lace up and try on Dr. Danisha Keating’s boots—walking with her through trauma, silence, and discovery. You’ll hear about what it means to grow up without a clear picture of your past, how to keep walking forward even when things don’t make sense, and how empathy and awareness can change everything for someone still struggling to be seen.

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Remember, when you walk in Other People's Shoes, you get a different perspective!

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Let's step out of the box! Today, I'm joined by the incredibly talented and deeply authentic Seán O'Grady. Seán's journey is one many of us can relate to—marked by challenges, including a past with drugs, and a search for identity and purpose. Seán’s story is so powerful because he turned the lens on his own life and began to tell stories through photography and videography. Seán first picked up a camera back in high school while navigating his love for skateboarding, music, and the arts. Although he didn't feel confident enough to pursue those creative paths directly, the camera gave him a unique way to immerse himself in the culture, document it, and become a creative force within it. Whether he's capturing the energy of a live show, the artistry of a chef in the kitchen, or the spirit of a brand with a meaningful mission, Seán has found a way to be present, contribute, and inspire. He sees his camera as more than just a tool—it's a bridge between his passions and the world, a stage where he doesn't need to perform, but still gets to shine. Now, Seán uses his skills to tell engaging stories that spark social change and bring awareness to the causes and communities he cares about. As he puts it, "I'm blessed to be able to do what I love to do. Come with me on my journey and let me capture your reality.” Join me as I try on Seán shoes.

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April Fools’ Day: A Day of Tricks—But Don’t Be Deceived. April Fools’ Day has been around for centuries, but its origins are a little murky. Some say it started in 1582 when France switched from the Julian to the Gregorian calendar, moving the New Year from April 1st to January 1st. Those who didn’t get the memo—or refused to accept the change—were mocked and tricked, earning the title of “April fools.” Others trace it back to ancient Roman festivals where deception and pranks were part of the celebration. Either way, it’s a day built on fooling people, making them believe something that isn’t true.

Yesterday, I played along. On social media, I teased that Other People’s Shoes was coming to an end and that the time had come for a change. It was just a joke, but for a moment, some believed it. And that got me thinking—how often do we believe the lies we’re told?

Because the truth is, deception isn’t just for one day a year. It’s happening all around us, every single day.

Right now, our young people are being fed lies—about their identity, their worth, their purpose. They’re told they can define their own truth, that faith is outdated, that they don’t belong. And many parents are left feeling helpless, believing another dangerous lie: there’s nothing they can do.

My guest, Debra McNinch, knows this battle all too well.

For her, one phone call changed everything. She had raised her family in faith, yet one of her children took a path she never expected. Fear, shame, and heartbreak followed. She wondered where she went wrong, and questioned if she had failed as a mother. But then she learned the most powerful truth of all:

God is not done writing their story.

In Battle Cry, Debra shares how to:

Develop a focused daily prayer plan to lay your prodigal at Jesus’ feet.

Let go of your imagined “fairy-tale” life and trust God with your reality.

Overcome the shame of not raising perfect Christian children.

Her motto is simple: NO ONE FIGHTS ALONE.

This is a wake-up call. The enemy wants us to believe our prodigals are too far gone, that prayer doesn’t work, that hope is lost. But that’s just another trick.

Who will rise up? Who will answer the call to stand in the gap, to battle in prayer, to intercede for our sons and daughters?

Satan may think he’s won, but the battle isn’t over. God is still in control, and our prodigals are coming home.

Buy Battle Cry click here today and pray your prodigal home. Join me as I walk in Debra’s shoes.

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Imagine this for a moment: it’s Saturday afternoon. The week has been long, and you’ve finally carved out some time for yourself. You’re in your favorite cozy spot in the living room—maybe it’s the couch that perfectly hugs you or that recliner that’s seen better days but feels just right. You’ve got the TV on, ready to catch up on your favorite show, and for a moment, everything feels perfect.

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And then it happens.

Alexa’s voice cuts through your peaceful bubble: “Someone is at the front door.”

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Annoyed, you groan, thinking, “Who could it be now?” Maybe it’s a neighbor, or worse—a salesperson. You grudgingly get up, annoyed at the interruption. You’re already rehearsing your response in your head: “No, I’m not interested. I don’t care what you’re selling!”

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As you peek out the window, you realize it’s not a salesperson. It’s worse.

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Standing there are two people with smiles too wide for comfort, clutching those unmistakable pamphlets. You mutter to yourself, “Jehovah’s Witnesses. Great.” Your mind flashes to Sam from work—you know, the one who’s always leaving those flyers around the breakroom. You can’t help but roll your eyes.

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Now, you’re faced with a dilemma. Do you answer the door? Or do you pretend you’re not home and wait them out?

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My guest today, Nathan, has a unique perspective on this situation. He’s a second-generation Jehovah’s Witness who made the bold decision to leave the Kingdom Hall behind—a choice that came with enormous consequences. Why did he leave? What was it like to walk away from a faith that had been part of his family for generations?

Nathan’s story is one of courage, heartbreak, and rediscovery. There’s a reason he’s chosen not to share his last name, and as you’ll hear, his journey is as eye-opening as it is powerful.

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So, are you ready to find out what it’s really like to step away from a faith so deeply rooted in your identity? To hear the story of someone who chose to walk a different path despite the odds?

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Hit play and join me as I step into the shoes of Nathan, a former Jehovah’s Witness.

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