Episode 91: Amanda shares family updates, her July 4th reflections, and the beauty of celebrating life’s chaos—even when it feels overwhelming.

In this heartfelt solo episode of The Lost & Found Podcast, host Amanda Powers catches listeners up on life behind the mic—from family milestones like the birth of her nephew to concert plans with college friends. Amid the celebrations of Independence Day, she reflects on the feeling of being overwhelmed yet deeply grateful for the life she's built.

Amanda opens up about:

• The joy of becoming an aunt
• How responsibilities and privilege often coexist
• Her evolving podcasting journey
• The importance of in-person friendships and community
• Why flexibility and self-trust are crucial when building a meaningful life

This episode is a gentle reminder that growth doesn’t always look like a perfect plan—it sometimes looks like pausing, pivoting, and still showing up in your truth.

Wishing all listeners a happy 4th of July—and a moment to reflect on the freedom to become who you’re meant to be.

References for Previous Episodes:

Ep. 37 | Interview with My Friend Vidisha Singh, MSPH, PhD

Ep. 63 | When I Bought Bad Bunny Tickets For My Birthday

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Episode 90: You don’t have to have it all figured out. You just have to keep showing up.

In this Wanderer Wisdom Wednesday (listener Q&A) episode, host Amanda Powers answers heartfelt questions about overwhelm, purpose, and how to navigate self-discovery when life feels like too much. Drawing from her own growth journey, Amanda shares insights on evolving identity, societal pressure, and what it means to walk the path of personal growth—on your own timeline. This episode is a permission slip for anyone struggling to find clarity in a world that pushes productivity over presence.

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Episode 89: Things don’t always have to go your way in order for your plans to work out.

In this episode of The Lost & Found Podcast, Amanda Powers discusses how setbacks can often feel like the end of something important, but what if they’re just the beginning? Amanda unpacks a powerful truth: not every “failure” is a dead end—some are just detours to something better. Through honest storytelling, personal reflections, and her signature Monday Mantra, Amanda explores how perspective, mindset, and emotional flexibility can shift the way we experience life’s hardest moments. If you’ve ever felt frustrated, stuck, or like the universe forgot about you—this one’s for you. Your setback might just be a setup for your next breakthrough.

📌 Chapters:

00:00 Introduction and Personal Updates

01:05 Monday Mantra: Setbacks vs. Setups

06:30 This Week’s Goal

09:27 Reflection and Conclusion

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Episode 88: You don’t have to know where you’re going. Just follow what makes you feel alive.

In this episode of The Lost & Found Podcast, Amanda Powers sits down with entrepreneur and wellness innovator Mike Tecku, the founder of Momentum Shake, to explore what it really means to rebuild your life after grief, burnout, and success that no longer feels fulfilling. Together, they try to answer, "What happens when you build everything… and still feel lost?"

In this episode, Amanda and Mike discuss how Mike went from couch-surfing musician to multi-million dollar founder—and why he left retirement to build a product that could truly help others slow down (or even reverse) the aging process. From identity loss to wellness philosophy, from entrepreneurship to emotional clarity, this is a raw, powerful episode on the difference between chasing validation and building with intention.

This episode is a roadmap for anyone feeling directionless after success, craving more from life, or wondering if it’s possible to start over—again.

📌 Chapters:

00:00 - Navigating Grief and Identity Loss

02:49 - The Journey to Purpose-Driven Living

05:50 - The Entrepreneurial Spirit

08:31 - The Shift from Musician to Entrepreneur

11:29 - Finding Freedom in Growth

14:01 - The Philosophy of 'Get Free First'

25:30 - The Hierarchy of Needs and Freedom

29:54 - Health, Motivation, and the Birth of Momentum Shake

33:00 - What Makes Momentum Shake Different

38:29 - Why You Should Start Drinking Momentum Shake

44:39 - Finding Purpose and Living Authentically

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Episode 87: Breakups don’t just break your heart—they can break your identity.

In this episode of The Lost & Found Podcast, host Amanda Powers responds to a powerful listener letter about the emotional aftermath of an unexpected breakup after an 8-year relationship. From jealousy and grief to rediscovery and growth, Amanda unpacks the real, raw journey of rebuilding when your world gets turned upside down. What do you do when the person you built a life with leaves—without warning? How do you navigate the confusion, pain, and the urge to lose yourself just to stop the hurting?

This isn’t just an episode about heartbreak. It’s an honestconversation about reclaiming your identity, honoring your healing timeline, and remembering: you are still worthy of love, even after love ends.

Chapters:

00:00 | Introduction to Wanderer Wisdom Wednesdays

01:20 | Processing Breakups: A Listener's Dilemma

06:16 | Understanding the Pain of Unexpected Breakups

09:15 | The Complexity of Relationship Dynamics

15:40 | Rediscovering Identity After a Long Relationship

22:25 | Navigating Emotions and Jealousy

27:37 | Confronting the Past: Moving Out

32:25 | Moving Forward: Healing and Self-Discovery

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Episode 86: What does success really look like—and why does it often come with comparison, jealousy, and self-doubt? In this empowering solo episode of The Lost & Found Podcast, Amanda Powers shares a powerful new Monday Mantra: “Someone else's success does not outshine my own.”  Through personal reflections and mindset shifts, Amanda unpacks the emotional weight behind comparison, jealousy, and fear—and how choosing presence over perfection might just be the key to a life of purpose.

Whether you’re feeling stuck, invisible, or envious of someone else’s journey, this episode offers truth, perspective, and a reminder that your story is far from over.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Personal Updates

01:26 The Mantra of Success

06:30 Overcoming Comparison and Jealousy

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Episode 85: Amanda Powers reflects on the emotional weight of moving and the power of discomfort in personal growth.

In this episode of The Lost & Found Podcast, host Amanda Powers shares a raw and personal story about her recent move—and what it stirred up inside. From shedding old versions of herself to choosing self-investment over stagnation, Amanda opens up about the emotional weight of change and why growth never feels easy. This episode is for anyone navigating life transitions, struggling with identity, or learning to invest in themselves. It’s a reminder that personal evolution starts with honest reflection—and that discomfort is often the birthplace of breakthrough.

🔍 You’ll learn:

• Why moving is often symbolic of inner change
• How to recognize when it's time to shed an old identity
• The importance of emotional awareness in transformation
• What it really means to invest in your future self
• How to redefine “wealth” in your life

⏱️ Chapters:

00:00 - Introduction and Personal Reflections

03:53 - The Move: A Journey of Self-Discovery

07:38 - Facing the Past: Shedding Old Identities

11:35 - Investing in Myself: The Decision to Move

15:08 - The Weight of Change: Embracing Growth

18:45 - Choosing Different Types of Wealth

22:20 - Conclusion: The Path Forward

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Episode 84: What happens when your kids grow up and leave home—and you're left wondering, "Who am I now?"

In this episode of The Lost & Found Podcast, host Amanda Powers kicks off a brand-new segment: Wanderer Wisdom Wednesdays, where she responds to real listener letters. Today’s message comes from a mother navigating the emotional and identity shifts of becoming an empty nester. If you’ve ever struggled with the transition from caregiver to rediscovering your own identity, this one’s for you. Amanda shares personal insight, practical tools, and a powerful reminder: it’s never too late to reinvent yourself. You deserve a life filled with purpose, community, and peace.

Topics Covered:

• Navigating empty nest syndrome

• Rebuilding your identity in midlife

• Personal growth after parenting

• Self-care, relationships & purpose

• Why community support matters now more than ever

Leave a comment and let us know: What’s one way you’ve rediscovered yourself when starting a new season of life?

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⏱️ Chapters:
00:00 - Intro to Wanderer Wisdom Wednesdays
02:02 - Navigating Life as an Empty Nester
06:22 - Embracing Change and Personal Growth
15:39 - Rediscovering Identity and Purpose
23:53 - Conclusion and Call to Action

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In this special Monday Mantra episode, Amanda Powersreflects on life changes, creativity, and the power of keeping promises to yourself. It's time to take the risk—on you.

In this short and powerful Monday Mantra edition of TheLost & Found Podcast, Amanda Powers shares updates on her recent life transition and introduces a new structure for the show. Through personal storytelling and a grounding affirmation, she invites listeners to reconnect with the promises they've made to themselves—especially the ones they've been putting off.

“Today is the day I stop breaking promises to myself.”

This episode explores why honoring our own word mattersmore than external achievements, and how tiny, intentional steps toward self-trust can lead to lasting transformation.

💬 Topics covered:

• ​Life changes and Amanda’s recent move
• ​New podcast structure for better flow and flexibility
• ​Creativity, risk, and making room for growth
• ​A heartfelt call to action for listeners ready to commit to their goals

🎧 Tune in, ground yourself, and let this be the day you choose you.

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Episode 82: What if the key to navigating uncertainty was already within you? Futurist, writer, and podcast host Donna Dupont shares how futures literacy, personal agency, and self-awareness can help you move forward with clarity and purpose.

In episode 82 of The Lost & Found Podcast, Amanda Powers is joined by Donna Dupont—award-winning futurist and founder of Purple Compass—for a conversation that blends science, systems thinking, and soulful self-reflection. Together, they explore how to navigate self-doubt, find opportunity in uncertainty, and build a more empowered, purpose-driven future. From Donna’s career shift out of healthcare to her work with governments and organizations on strategic foresight, this episode offers listeners powerful mindset shifts and actionable steps to reclaim their agency.

Topics include:

• Futures literacy and why it matters now more than ever
• Letting go of fixed expectations and embracing possibility
• How small, strategic choices lead to big personal change
• Why collaboration, community, and personal vision are essential to growth
• Practical advice for those feeling stuck, lost, or disconnected

About Donna: Donna Dupont, is an award-winning designer, futurist, and the Founder of Purple Compass. With over 25 years of experience collaborating with leaders in healthcare, public safety, defense, and security, she helps organizations develop future literacy skills to navigate uncertainty and lead change in today’s complex world. Donna integrates theory and practice to enhance anticipatory and adaptive capabilities, strategic intelligence, and agility, driving impactful future policy and strategic planning. Follow her work at: https://www.purplecompass.ca

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