What does it really take to change—and why do so many of us struggle to make that change last? Ellen Stewart, the Pushy Broad from the Bronx, sits down with internationally recognized leadership and transformation expert John J. Murphy, host of The Change Mastery Show and Fearless, to explore the principles behind mastering meaningful change. From decades of transforming organizations and leaders to applying those same lessons to addiction, recovery, resilience, and personal growth, John reveals how we can move beyond fear, break old patterns, and create lasting transformation. This is Straight Talk about what it takes to change your life—and master what comes next.

What would you do if money, timing, and fear were not in the way? Career coach Melanie Wexler joins Recovery Recharged to talk about the inner voice that convinces us we are “too old,” “too far in,” or “too late” to make a meaningful career change. We’ll show you how to make your career dream a real plan.

Part 2 of our two-part Recovery Recharged special: "He's a narcissist." "She traumatized me." "I have PTSD." These are serious psychological terms that have become part of everyday conversation—but what do they actually mean? Ellen Stewart and Nelson Hadler, LCSW guest examine Narcissistic Personality Disorder, Borderline and PTSD, how they differ from normal human behavior and painful life experiences, and how addiction can mimic, magnify or coexist with these conditions.

Part 1 of a two-part Recovery Recharged special: We casually call ourselves ADHD because we're distracted, OCD because we like things organized, or bipolar because our moods change—but when does normal human behavior actually become a mental-health disorder? Ellen Stewart and Nelson Hadler, LCSW guest separate everyday traits from clinical ADHD, OCD and Bipolar Disorder, while examining how addiction, stress, sleep and recovery can further complicate the picture.

Getting sober can save your life—but what happens when recovery changes the person your spouse married? Can your marriage grow with the new you, or does finding yourself mean discovering you've grown apart?

Everyone praises perfection—but what if it's actually keeping you trapped?  Perfectionism isn't about high standards, it's often about fear, shame, and the desperate need for approval. Discover why so many successful people secretly struggle and learn practical tools to break free from the exhausting cycle of never feeling good enough.

Why is it so hard to put the phone down, walk away from unhealthy habits, or stop chasing the next quick reward? This episode takes you inside the psychology of cravings, instant pleasure, and the emotional triggers driving modern addiction. The answers may change the way you see your relationship with technology forever.

ADHD challenges families daily. Early childhood signs hide in plain sight—our guest decodes them for kids and adolescents. This episode reveals diagnosis tips, home strategies, and school hacks from an expert. Discover real-life routines that build focus. Tune in for hope and tools to empower your child’s future.