If you’ve ever wondered how strength, service, and vulnerability can coexist, this episode will speak to you. Kate is joined by Jon Macaskill, a retired Navy SEAL Commander turned mindfulness and meditation teacher, who opens up about the lessons he’s learned on and off the battlefield. With more than 24 years of service, Jon faced life-or-death missions, deep personal struggles, and the invisible weight of expectations placed on men to suppress emotion.

In this conversation, Jon shares stories that reveal the humanity behind the uniform, from freezing during a reenlistment ceremony to navigating the challenges of marriage, fatherhood, and post-military life. He speaks candidly about his battles with depression, unhealthy coping mechanisms, and the life-saving discovery of mindfulness practices like box breathing.

This episode is about redefining what it means to be strong, learning to manage stress without numbing out, and finding courage in authenticity. Whether you’re a veteran, a parent, or simply someone striving to live with more awareness and compassion, Jon’s story offers both inspiration and practical wisdom.

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MORE ABOUT THIS EPISODE:

(00:00:00) The Scariest Moment of a Navy SEAL’s Career

(00:07:02) From Numbing to Mindfulness

(00:18:57) Vulnerability, Strength & The State of Our Humanity

(00:30:47) Resilience, Relationships & Redefining True Strength

(00:45:18) Childhood Roots, Insecurity & The Power of Vulnerability

Resources:

• LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/jonmacaskill

• Unleashing Inner Strength by Jon Macaskill: https://amzn.to/3JNYFfa

• Mission Six Zero: missionsixzero.com/our-team/jon-macaskill/

• Veteran Wiki: veteranwiki.org/en/people/jon-macaskill

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What if you could navigate life’s chaos, transitions, and even conflict with a deep sense of understanding and peace? In this episode, Kate welcomes Yogi Cameron, former supermodel turned renowned yoga and Ayurveda practitioner, for a transformative conversation on consciousness, detachment, and living in alignment.

Yogi shares his extraordinary journey from the height of the fashion world, working with icons like Madonna and Versace, to decades of study in India, and how that shift taught him to see life’s challenges through the lens of karma and higher awareness. He offers practical wisdom on releasing judgment, transforming jealousy into understanding, and making choices rooted in what we can truly influence rather than being consumed by what we can’t control.

Together, they explore purification rituals for mind, body, and spirit; the dance between outer beauty and inner growth; and why connecting with others (even those we disagree with) can elevate our own consciousness. Yogi’s perspective reframes frustration over politics, environmental issues, and societal division, showing how detachment isn’t apathy, but a way to stay engaged without losing your peace.

If you’ve ever felt weighed down by worry, judgment, or the noise of the world, this conversation offers a grounding reminder that while we can’t control everything, we can choose how we meet it: with clarity, compassion, and conscious action.

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MORE ABOUT THIS EPISODE:

(00:00:00) From Fashion Fame to Spiritual Awakening

(00:13:19) Navigating Change, Releasing Worry & Choosing Higher Consciousness

(00:33:50) Purification, Nourishment & Choosing a Higher Path

(00:48:04) Connection Over Judgment: Understanding Others Through Compassion

(01:02:30) From Judgment to Understanding: Choosing Wellness in Every Interaction

(01:16:00) Yogi Cameron’s Journey & The Power of Self-Oiling

Resources:

• Website: inspireliving.co

• Instagram: instagram.com/yogicameron

• YouTube: youtube.com/yogicameron

• Yogi Cameron’s books on Amazon

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In this high-powered and deeply personal episode, Kate sits down with Riley Tejcek, active duty Marine Corps Officer, Team USA bobsled pilot, and now children’s book author. Riley opens up about one of the most difficult chapters of her life: navigating the pain and self-doubt that came with divorce at a young age, and the hard-won lessons on healing, forgiveness, and choosing joy on the other side of heartbreak.

Riley shares how her journey in the Marine Corps taught her to operate at her best in chaotic, high-pressure environments, and how those same principles apply to facing fears off the battlefield, whether that’s barreling down an icy track at 90 miles per hour or confronting life’s everyday uncertainties. She offers practical tools for building resilience, including the transformative power of vocalizing fears, leaning on trusted allies, and doing “hard things” to strengthen grit and confidence. This episode is an invitation to confront the uncomfortable, pursue the dreams placed on your heart, and discover the strength you didn’t know you had.

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MORE ABOUT THIS EPISODE:

(00:00:00) Speaking the Unspoken: Heartbreak, Healing & Forgiveness

(00:19:24) Called to Serve: From College Athlete to Marine Officer

(00:29:57) Breaking the Grip of Fear & Building Resilience

(00:49:00) From Marine to Author

(01:03:48) Women Lifting Women & Redefining Success

Resources:

• If You Can Dream It, Be It by Riley Tejcek

• Instagram: instagram.com/riley.tejcek

• Facebook: facebook.com/people/Riley-Tejcek-Taylor

• LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/riley-tejcek-b264902b9

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In a rare and raucous episode, Kate is joined by all three members of the punk rock supergroup UltraBomb: Greg Norton (Hüsker Dü), Ryan Smith (Soul Asylum), and Derek O’Brien (Social Distortion). Together, they pull back the curtain on what it really takes to survive—and thrive—in the music industry for decades, while staying creative, grounded, and yes, still full of fire.

They share hard-won lessons about longevity in a notoriously difficult business, how they’ve channeled loss, rage, and resilience into their music, and why they’re more focused on creating something new than leaning on past fame. From the raw reality of drug culture in rock and roll to the near-mythical chemistry that brought UltraBomb together, the conversation is equal parts gritty and electrifying.

Listeners will hear stories of learning entire setlists on the fly, how to blast through self-doubt with creative audacity, and why some of the most unforgettable performances happen in front of just a few people. The trio also dives into the importance of staying politically vocal through art, embracing emotional catharsis on stage, and finding fresh energy in new collaborations—even after decades in the game.

If this episode speaks to you, please share with a friend, leave a comment, and drop a review—I’d love to hear your biggest takeaway!

MORE ABOUT THIS EPISODE:

(00:00:00) The Audacity to Begin: Longevity & Survival in Punk Rock

(00:07:27) Drugs, Creativity & the Myth of the “Rockstar Life”

(00:13:22) Creativity on Command: Trust, Teamwork & Letting It Rip

(00:22:36) Fresh Music, Fierce Politics & Fearless Collaboration

(00:30:47) Punk Roots & Defining Moments: Why They Still Show Up and Play Hard

(00:47:11) Built on Sacred Ground: Trust, Flow & Creative Rebirth

Resources:

• Spotify: spotify.com/artist/4u2NU0NKwALURZY2qvtYQb

• Instagram: instagram.com/ultrabombmusic

• Facebook: facebook.com/ultrabombmusic

• YouTube: youtube.com/channel/UCXttjijPvr-QXDwevC5Iqdg

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In this soul-stirring solo episode, Kate invites listeners into a powerful release ceremony—an honest reckoning with the identities, habits, and relationships that no longer align. Kate shares 20 deeply personal releases she’s making to reclaim her peace, power, and path forward. From letting go of timelines that were never hers to grieving old roles and relationships, she paints a vivid picture of transformation as both grief and rebirth.

Kate speaks candidly about the loneliness of growth, the grief of self-abandonment, and the pain of outgrowing familiar places and people, challenging the myths of manifesting and peace as performance. She reflects on a massive inner and outer transformation, releasing a lifetime of emotional weight while calling out the societal pressures and internalized narratives that keep us stuck.

This episode is a sacred ceremony for anyone standing in the messy middle between an old life and a new one. It’s a potent call to stop dimming your light, to stop playing small, and to reclaim the life that was always yours. If you’re ready to say goodbye to the versions of yourself that no longer resonate, this episode offers the loving permission and fiery encouragement to rise.

If this episode speaks to you, please share with a friend, leave a comment, and drop a review—I’d love to hear your biggest takeaway!

MORE ABOUT THIS EPISODE:

(00:00:00) Saying Goodbye to What No Longer Fits

(00:17:24) Becoming Someone New (Even When It Hurts)

(00:29:49) Releasing False Identities, Old Attachments & the Need to Be Liked

(00:41:41) Reclaiming Power and Shedding Shame

(00:55:40) The Final Layers: Releasing Roles, Rewriting Truths & Rising Whole

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What does it take to survive the unimaginable—twice—and still choose to live with purpose, faith, and optimism? In this deeply moving episode, Kate is joined by Austin Hatch, a motivational speaker and former Division I basketball player whose life has been shaped by two tragic plane crashes. The first claimed the lives of his mother, sister, and brother. The second, just nine days after he committed to the University of Michigan basketball program, took both his father and second mother and left Austin in a coma with a traumatic brain injury.

Austin shares the remarkable story of how he rebuilt his life—learning to walk, talk, eat, and live again—and how he eventually fulfilled his dream of playing for Michigan. But this conversation goes far beyond survival. Austin talks about his decision to view adversity not as a roadblock, but as a defining part of his mission to inspire others. He explains the G.R.I.T. Framework he developed—Grounded in faith, Resilient through adversity, Intentional with growth, and Tenacious in effort—and how it helps teams and individuals thrive in the face of setbacks.

Together, Kate and Austin explore the power of mindset, why playing the long game matters, and how purpose can transform even the darkest moments. Austin’s life defies logic, and invites you to believe in the impossible again.

If this episode speaks to you, please share with a friend, leave a comment, and drop a review—I’d love to hear your biggest takeaway!

MORE ABOUT THIS EPISODE:

(00:00:00) Tragedy, Resilience, and the Will to Go Big

(00:21:17) Turning Tragedy Into Purpose

(00:29:53) The Love Story That Changed Everything

(00:43:27) Creating Your Own Luck: Purpose, Positioning & Probability

(00:51:48) A Legacy of Love, Faith & Finding a Way

Resources:

• Website: https://austin-hatch.com/

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/austin.j.hatch/

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/austin-hatch-530727a6/

• X: https://x.com/AustinHatch30?s=20

• Hear Austin on other Podcasts: https://open.spotify.com/search/austin%20hatch/episodes

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From pushing the limits at 1,500 mph to pushing past fear in everyday life, Michelle Curran—also known by her call sign “MACE”—joins Kate to share what it truly means to lead with courage. As a former U.S. Air Force fighter pilot and the only female solo demonstration pilot with the Thunderbirds from 2019–2021, Michelle spent years performing high-speed, high-stakes maneuvers before live audiences of thousands. But the story behind the uniform is even more remarkable.

Michelle opens up about the mental and emotional challenges that came with life in the cockpit: navigating imposter syndrome, learning how to trust herself and her team under immense pressure, and making the decision to walk away from an elite role to find deeper alignment and purpose. She and Kate talk about what it really means to face fear—not by eliminating it, but by choosing to act anyway.

This episode explores the power of vulnerability in leadership, how to build self-trust through action, and why chasing perfection can actually hold us back. Whether you’re facing a major decision or just trying to show up more fully in your life, Michelle’s story will leave you inspired to stop overthinking, start trusting yourself, and go full throttle toward the life you truly want.

If this episode speaks to you, please share with a friend, leave a comment, and drop a review—I’d love to hear your biggest takeaway!

MORE ABOUT THIS EPISODE:

(00:00:00) Fear, Flight & Fighting to Belong

(00:13:48) The Pressure to Perform & The Masks We Wear

(00:25:32) When the Dream Doesn’t Fit the Personality

(00:39:20) Leaving the Thunderbirds—and Everything They Represented

(00:51:39) Turning Fear Into Fuel & Reclaiming Identity

(00:57:44) Mistakes, Call Signs & Embracing Your Whole Self

Resources:

• Website: macecurran.com

• The Flipside: How to Invert Your Perspective and Turn Fear into Your Superpower by Michelle ‘MACE’ Curran

• Instagram: instagram.com/mace_curran

• Facebook: facebook.com/macecurran

• LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/macecurran

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What do you do when life throws you the kind of challenge you didn’t choose—and can’t change? In this profound and uplifting episode, Kate sits down with Robert Paylor, a motivational speaker and former collegiate rugby player whose life changed in an instant when he suffered a spinal cord injury that left him paralyzed from the neck down. But instead of being defined by tragedy, Robert chose a different path—one of purpose, forgiveness, and radical resilience.

Together, they dive into the emotional, mental, and spiritual journey of learning to move forward when everything feels out of your control. Robert shares candidly about the fear, grief, and trauma he faced, and the daily decision to focus on what he can control: his mindset, his attitude, and his commitment to keep progressing—one inch at a time.

They also explore the nuanced and often difficult process of forgiveness, not just of others but of self. Robert brings powerful insight into how comparison, when reframed, can offer perspective instead of pain. It’s a humbling reminder that even in the midst of struggle, gratitude and strength can coexist, and that perspective can be one of our greatest sources of resilience.

This episode is a must-listen for anyone navigating adversity, seeking purpose through pain, or simply needing a reminder that healing doesn’t mean going back—it means moving forward with grace and grit.

If this episode speaks to you, please share with a friend, leave a comment, and drop a review—I’d love to hear your biggest takeaway!

MORE ABOUT THIS EPISODE:

(00:00:00) The Day Everything Changed

(00:14:04) The Power of Perspective

(00:33:21) Walking Again: The Long Road to Recovery

(00:46:22) From Daily Challenges to Powerful Purpose

(00:58:13) True Success, Daily Joy & Living with Purpose

Resources:

• Paralyzed To Powerful: Lessons from a Quadriplegic’s Journey by Robert Paylor

• Website: robertpaylor.com

• Instagram: instagram.com/rob.paylor

• X: x.com/RobertPaylor5

• TikTok: tiktok.com/@rob.paylor

• Facebook: facebook.com/robertpaylor5

• LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/robert-paylor

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Dr. Lotte Valentin is no ordinary physician—she’s a mystic, medium, and medical intuitive whose near-death experiences radically transformed her path. In this inspiring episode, Kate sits down with Dr. Lotte to explore the profound intersection of science and soul, and how ancestral healing can unlock generational transformation.

She shares the extraordinary story of how two near-death experiences cracked her open to spiritual gifts and inner wisdom that ultimately led her to leave a conventional medical path and step into her role as an ancestral healer, teacher, and oracle. She explains how physical illness, emotional wounding, and inherited trauma are deeply interconnected, and how we can heal these patterns not only for ourselves, but for our lineage.

Kate and Dr. Lotte also discuss what it means to “awaken the healer within,” how medical intuition actually works, and why healing the ancestral mother wound is vital for reclaiming one’s full power. If you’ve ever felt like your healing journey is bigger than just you—or if you’re seeking a deeper sense of purpose and clarity—this episode offers a powerful invitation to integrate the mystical with the practical and to trust your own inner knowing.

If this episode speaks to you, please share with a friend, leave a comment, and drop a review—I’d love to hear your biggest takeaway!

MORE ABOUT THIS EPISODE:

(00:00:00) From Atheist to Oracle: The NDEs That Changed Everything

(00:15:24) Becoming a Medical Medium: When Science Meets Spirit

(00:39:08) Doing the Work Even When Others Don’t

(00:55:39) Trusting the Rollercoaster: Healing, Intuition & the Power of One Life

Resources:

• Med School After Menopause by Dr. Lotte Valentin

• Website: drlotte.com

• Science With Soul on YouTube: youtube.com/channel/UC42wTMb1j-VlDOZOcxVpnTA

• Science With Soul on Apple Podcasts: podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1536301986

• Instagram: instagram.com/dr.lottevalentin

• Facebook: facebook.com/DrLotteValentin

• LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/dr-lotte-valentin-41110020

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What does it take to become a three-time Olympic gold medalist, a Hall of Famer, and a national champion? In this episode, Kate is joined by Leah Amico, an iconic name in the world of softball and a woman whose story goes far beyond the diamond. From her early days playing at the University of Arizona to winning gold with Team USA in three different Olympic Games, Leah has become a powerful voice for perseverance, faith, and living with purpose.

Leah opens up about the mental side of elite performance, what it means to lead with integrity, and how she cultivated confidence in the face of fear and uncertainty. She shares how her relationship with God became a steady anchor throughout her career, especially during moments of doubt or transition. Kate and Leah dive into topics like managing pressure, navigating life after sports, and raising young athletes with strong values and self-worth.

Whether you’re chasing a big goal or recovering from a setback, Leah’s journey will leave you inspired to keep showing up, trust your foundation, and pursue your version of greatness.

If this episode speaks to you, please share with a friend, leave a comment, and drop a review—I’d love to hear your biggest takeaway!

MORE ABOUT THIS EPISODE:

(00:00:00) The Gold Standard Mindset: Winning One Day at a Time

(00:11:51) Know Yourself, Own Your Strength, Lead with Passion

(00:23:08) Women in Leadership, Silent Competition & Staying Focused

(00:35:15) Raising Resilient Kids & Leading with Character

(00:43:30) Embracing Aging, Shifting Identity & Prioritizing Purpose

(00:54:08) Trusting Your Voice, Choosing Impact, and Finding Strength in Community

Resources:

• Website: leahamico.com

• Podcast: The GOLD Standard with Leah Amico

• The Gold Standard: 14 Ways to Live a Life of Excellence by Leah Amico

• The Gold Standard Softball Journal by Leah Amico

• Instagram: instagram.com/leah20usa

• X: leah20usa

• Facebook: facebook.com/leah20usa

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