The Deep Coach

How do you go from depression, addiction, and even suicidal ideation… to building a thriving 6-figure coaching practice, marrying the love of your life, and raising two beautiful daughters? 

That was Jonny Roman’s path. 

In this episode of The Deep Coach, Jonny opens up about: 

• His journey through mental illness and addiction 
• Hitting financial rock bottom—and climbing out of debt and shame 
• Building a real business rooted in service and integrity 
• Fatherhood, healing, and learning to let love in. 

Whether you’re in the midst of a dark night of the soul or rebuilding from one, Jonny’s story offers a powerful reminder of what’s possible. 

⏰ Timestamps: 

• 00:34 Early Struggles with Mental Health 
• 02:52 Unhealthy Coping Mechanisms 
• 03:41 First Steps into Personal Development 
• 07:04 Discovering Coaching and Mentorship 
• 10:56 Deep Healing and Transformation 
• 15:07 Financial Turmoil and Awakening 
• 19:01 Climbing Out of Financial Debt 
• 23:08 Pivotal Decisions and Investments 
• 24:06 The Turning Point: CFJ Coaching School 
• 29:43 Support and Belief from Loved Ones 
• 30:57 Becoming a Professional Coach 
• 31:28 Struggles with Consistency and Discipline 
• 32:49 Permission to Get Messy 
• 33:49 Building a Mature Coaching Business 
• 37:16 The Importance of Getting Coached 
• 46:45 Balancing Family and Business 
• 54:49 Reflections on Personal Growth 

 🔗 Connect with Jonny: 

• Website: https://www.jonnyroman.com 
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jonny.roman.667280/ 
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonny-roman-6542921a/

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• Website: https://www.centerfortransformationalcoaching.com/
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What happens when your identity as a leader, partner, and son all begin to fall apart at once? In this powerful episode, Christopher Bolling joins Jonathan for a deeply honest conversation about grief, awakening, and the journey back to soul.

From a quiet sabbatical in the Montana wilderness to a complete unraveling of his personal and professional life, Chris shares how nature, therapy, and deep coaching became lifelines—guiding him to uncover a more integrated, purposeful, and love-centered way of being.

This episode is a profound invitation into the kind of leadership our world needs—one rooted in clarity, courage, and compassion.

⏰ Timestamps:

01:12 – Meet Christopher Bolling

01:31 – The Sabbatical: A Turning Point

05:19 – The Spark of Awakening

12:06 – Challenges in Personal Relationships

31:57 – Emerging Through Workplace Challenges

32:15 – Deep Coaching Intensive: A Path to Self-Love

34:47 – Connecting with Nature

38:17 – The Gift of Anguish

41:16 – Living with Purpose and Power

52:08 – Compassionate Leadership

57:14 – Invitation to Transformational Practices
 

🔗 Connect with Christopher Bolling:

🌐 Website: https://www.vastskyleadership.com/

💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vastskyleadership/

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What happens when a man unravels everything—his marriage, his health, his identity—and chooses to rebuild from the ground up? 

This is the story of Michael Vasconez, a former Marine who spiraled into self-destruction and found his way back through truth, healing, and purpose. From the battlefield to the medicine circle, Michael shares a jaw-dropping account of war trauma, addiction, infidelity, and illness—and how plant medicine, radical honesty, and divine guidance helped him piece his life back together.

Today, he’s a transformational coach helping others detox their bodies, heal their relationships, and reconnect with their true selves. In this deeply moving episode, you’ll hear: 

• How ayahuasca cracked him open and saved his life 
• The raw process of healing his marriage after betrayal 
• His battle with heavy metal poisoning and deep physical detox 
• What it means to live a purpose-led, sensitive life after trauma 
• How deep coaching shaped the way he now serves others 

Whether you’re on your own healing path or supporting others on theirs, this episode is a powerful reminder: no matter how far you’ve fallen, wholeness is always possible.

⏰ Timestamps: 
01:04 – Meet Michael Vasconez 
02:25 – A Journey of Fragmentation and Healing 
04:04 – Military Life and Its Aftermath 
08:02 – The Awakening with Ayahuasca 
18:22 – The Path to Healing and Reconciliation 
27:39 – A Second Chance in Love 
29:27 – The Turning Point 
31:44 – Healing from Heavy Metal Exposure
32:28 – Detoxing and Cleansing 
35:00 – The Path to Recovery 
37:47 – Living a Sensitive Life 
39:45 – Teaching and Coaching 
41:39 – Optimizing Health: Top Tips 
44:45 – Deep Coaching Explained 
46:31 – Transformation and Respect 
48:19 – Future Aspirations 

🔗 Resources Mentioned: 
- Michael’s Website: www.michaelvasconez.com 
- Instagram: @michael.vasconez 
- Dr. Bernard Jensen – Pioneer in deep detox and colon cleansing 
- Hippocrates Health Institute – Holistic health training center 
- Iontophoresis Treatment – Advanced detox method used in Switzerland

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What happens when a man survives war, reinvents himself four times, and discovers that true power lies not in achievement, but in surrender?

In this unforgettable episode, Walid Malouf shares the soul-stretching story of a life broken open by trauma, reborn through fatherhood, and ultimately made whole through faith, healing, and a return to essence. 

A transformational coach, father, entrepreneur, and guide to first-time founders scaling their companies, Walid has walked through fire—both literally and metaphorically. His journey begins in war-torn Lebanon, where he grew up amidst violence and instability. At 17, he immigrated alone to America, not speaking a word of English, and began rebuilding his life from scratch. Fueled by ambition and a relentless drive to succeed, he rose to create an impressive career across multiple industries—until an ego-driven collapse forced him to confront the pain he had long buried. 

What followed were four profound transformations that brought Walid face to face with his conditioning, his humanity, and his soul. This is a story of survival, awakening, and the alchemy that occurs when we stop chasing worth and begin remembering who we truly are.

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⏰ Timestamps 

01:04 – Meet Walid Malouf: A Life of Transformations 

02:12 – First Transformation: From Spirit to Human 

05:08 – Surviving Civil War in Lebanon 

14:30 – Second Transformation: Immigrating to America 

16:47 – Embracing a New Life and Learning English 

31:21 – Third Transformation: Becoming a Father 

35:22 – Pursuing Ambitious Dreams 

38:43 – Facing Challenges and Setbacks 

44:41 – Fourth Transformation: Seeking Professional Help 

47:54 – The Role of Anger in Transformation 

50:17 – Reflections on Conditioning and Ignorance 

52:09 – Breaking the Programming 

53:11 – The Journey of Self-Discovery 

56:07 – Transformational Practices 

01:01:48 – A Spiritual Experience 

01:19:00 – Coaching and Career Transitions 

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🔗 Connect with Walid: 

• Website: https://www.walidmalouf.com/ 
• LinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wmalouf

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How do two nurse coaches go from burnout and uncertainty to building a 7-figure coaching business rooted in deep presence and spiritual alignment? In this episode, you’ll meet Laura Minard and Shelby Kurz, co-founders of The Successful Nurse Coaches—two women who have built a thriving business at the intersection of entrepreneurship, healing, and transformational coaching.

We explore the personal turning points, business strategies, and soul-deep practices that helped them quit their jobs, launch private practices, and eventually co-create a company that’s changing lives. From embracing fear and uncertainty to aligning with their deepest truths, this conversation is full of insight for any coach committed to walking a transformational path.

Whether you’re just starting out or looking to grow, you’ll walk away with tangible tools—and a big dose of inspiration—for building a coaching business that’s truly values-aligned.

⏰ Timestamps

00:26 – Welcome to the Deep Coach Podcast

01:19 – Meet Laura Minard and Shelby Kurz

02:56 – Shelby’s Spiritual Awakening

14:55 – Laura’s Journey to Holistic Health

19:10 – Starting a Coaching Business

39:15 – Finding Space to Breathe

39:41 – The Birth of a Business Idea

41:04 – Early Challenges and Successes

42:32 – The Importance of Partnership

44:29 – Navigating Fear and Trust

49:45 – Entrepreneurship as a Spiritual Journey

01:00:44 – Coaching as the Core of Business

01:02:04 – The Power of Coaching Conversations

01:03:38 – Characteristics of Top Coaches

01:06:53 – The Messiness of Success

01:09:33 – Long-Term Vision and Persistence

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🔗 Connect with Laura & Shelby

Website: The Successful Nurse Coaches

Instagram: @thesuccessfulnursecoaches

LinkedIn (Laura): Laura Minard

LinkedIn (Shelby): Shelby Kurz

Their Podcast: The Successful Nurse Coaches Podcast

YouTube Channel: @TheSuccessfulNurseCoaches

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Leon VanderPol is an internationally recognized leader, spirit-based teacher, and founder of the Center for Transformational Coaching. Leon’s work has profoundly shaped the field of transformational coaching, helping countless individuals awaken to their deepest potential. In our conversation, we explore the pivotal moments that led him to his own transformation, the creation of Deep Coaching, and the journey of trusting life’s unfolding. From navigating the “muck” of inner growth to understanding the power of true healing, Leon shares insights on the spiritual path, the evolution of purpose, and what it means to partner with life. If you’ve ever felt called to something greater but struggled with trust, patience, or uncertainty, this episode offers the wisdom and depth you need.

⏰ Time Stamps 

00:52 Meet Leon VanderPol: A Transformational Leader

01:55 Leon’s Early Spiritual Journey

03:46 The Impact of Family on Spiritual Growth

07:34 Corporate Life vs. Spirituality

09:39 The Move to Asia: A New Beginning

12:05 Discovering A Course in Miracles

14:27 The Struggle with Life Purpose

22:49 The Black Box Metaphor

32:40 Falling in Love with Coaching

36:48 Integrating Spirit into Coaching

38:57 Exploring Healing in Coaching

44:55 Introducing Light Body Healing

47:42 Founding the Center for Transformational Coaching

50:53 Developing Deep Coaching Practices

01:00:17 Trusting Organic Growth

01:04:40 The Secret and the Law of Attraction

01:12:37 Deep Coaching: Beyond Traditional Methods

01:18:58 The Future of Transformational Coaching

01:22:42 Invitation to Slow Down and Reflect

🔗 Links

• Purchase Leon's Book 📕 A Shift in Being 

Learn More About Our Work At the Center:

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