What The Shift

What if the ending wasn’t the failure—but the invitation?

In this powerful episode, I sit down with Tamara Frankfort Odinec and Shari Joseph, the visionary women behind My Next Chapter—a content and community platform designed to support those navigating divorce and major life transitions.

Tamara and Shari share the personal shifts that unraveled the lives they once protected—and how choosing themselves wasn’t the breaking point, but the beginning. From grief and guilt to clarity and courage, this conversation dismantles the shame around starting over and reframes divorce as a launchpad for reinvention.

Whether you’re in the thick of it or quietly questioning the life you’ve built, this episode will remind you:

This is What the Shift is all about.

Learn more about My Next Chapter: www.mynextchapter.com

From international criminal law to skincare for anxious souls, Dr. Jeanne Retief’s journey is anything but typical—and exactly what this podcast is about.

In this raw, soul-baring conversation, Jeanne opens up about the panic disorder that forced her to walk away from a career she loved, the grief that nearly broke her, and the reinvention she never planned—but ultimately needed.

We’re talking:

This isn’t a before-and-after success story—it’s a truth-telling, heart-opening invitation to stop performing and start becoming.

What happens when your perfectly planned life suddenly unravels?

In this raw and powerful episode, Courtney shares how the moments she never planned became the ones that shaped her most. From letting go of shame to embracing imperfection, she introduces the metaphor of The Waggle Dance—a call to pay forward the wisdom life gives us.

If you’ve ever felt like your life looks great on paper but feels completely off inside, this is your permission slip to question the plan—and rewrite the story.

In this episode:

Why perfection isn’t the goal—connection is

How breakdowns can become breakthroughs

The gift of the “I’ve been there too” moment

And how to discover your story by listening to your life

Learn more about Courtney: courtneyyoungs.com/author

You were the high achiever. The get-it-done woman. The one who could carry it all—until motherhood rewrote the script.

In this episode, Gia sits down with therapist and maternal mental health expert Megan Velo for a no-BS conversation about what really happens to women when the life they built suddenly no longer fits the woman they’ve become.

They unpack:

The silent shame of intrusive thoughts—and why no one talks about them

The myth of the “snapback” and the cost of chasing perfection

The identity crisis that hits high-achieving moms hard—and how to rediscover yourself in the chaos

The root of the pressure to do it all, be it all, and never ask for help

If you’ve ever felt like you’re losing yourself in the thick of it, this episode will remind you:

🎧 Listen now and reclaim the parts of you that success—and motherhood—left behind.

Learn more about Megan at mamatherapyhouse.com

What if your collapse was actually your catalyst?

In this raw and revealing episode of What the Shift, Gia sits down with Becca Powers—international keynote speaker, Fortune 500 sales executive, and USA Today bestselling author—to unpack the burnout breakdown that brought her to the bathroom floor… and the breakthrough that followed.

Together, they explore:

The hidden toll of high achievement and people-pleasing

How trauma shows up in the workplace (and what to do about it)

The life-saving power of boundaries

Why internal validation will always be stronger than external approval

The moment Becca realized: “I’m the CEO of my life.”

Becca’s story is every high-achieving woman’s wake-up call—and a blueprint for reclaiming your power, worth, and radiance.

This episode is for anyone who’s ever thought: I can’t keep doing life this way.

🎧 Listen now and start your shift.

Connect with Becca: www.beccapowers.com

You’re successful on paper—but inside, you’re stuck, scared, and silently settling.

In this episode, Gia sits down with divorce attorney and unapologetic truth-teller Renee Bauer to expose the lie behind “I’m fine” and the deep conditioning that keeps women playing small.

From the shame of divorce to the pressure to be the perfect mom, partner, and professional, Renee shares her personal story of breaking free from good girl expectations and rebuilding life on her own damn terms.

They dive into:

This episode is your wake-up call. Your permission slip. Your reminder that it’s never too late to shift—and you don’t owe anyone an explanation for wanting more.

Listen in and ask yourself: What are you done settling for?

Connect with Renee: www.familylawyerct.com

You feel it. That internal nudge. The quiet discomfort. The loud unraveling.

Something’s shifting—and it’s not waiting for your permission.

In this premiere episode of What The Shift, Gia Lacqua—trauma-informed empowerment coach and founder of Radical Prioritization™—gets real about what happens when the life you’ve built no longer fits. Whether the shift showed up by choice or by chaos, you’re standing at the edge of something big. Now the only question is: will you cling to what’s familiar, or step into what’s next?

This isn’t just a podcast. It’s your permission slip to evolve. Because shift is happening.

The Podcast for Your 2am Thoughts

What the Shift is a podcast for women navigating the thoughts, questions, and quiet realizations that show up when everything finally gets quiet.

The ones about exhaustion you can’t quite explain.

No one taught us how to stop people-pleasing.

This show creates space for the conversations women are having with themselves at 2am—but rarely out loud. Through honest, no-BS conversations, we interrupt the patterns behind quiet burnout, self-silencing, and the pressure to “handle it all.”

This isn’t therapy.

It’s context.

Hosted by Gia Lacqua, What the Shift is where late-night thoughts turn into real conversations—and real shifts.

In this empowering episode, Gia welcomes Victoria Barendsen, a registered psychologist specializing in childhood trauma and sexual abuse prevention. With a wealth of expertise and a personal mission to educate families on body safety, Victoria shares her journey to launching the Safe Kids Project.

Join us as we delve into the critical importance of teaching children about their bodies, consent, and boundaries in a way that is natural and age-appropriate. Victoria discusses the uncomfortable yet necessary conversations parents must have, the alarming trends surrounding childhood sexual abuse, and practical strategies for empowering children to recognize and communicate about their bodies.

This episode is a must-listen for parents, caregivers, and anyone passionate about creating a safer environment for children. Discover how to integrate body safety practices into everyday life, break generational cycles of silence, and foster open communication with your children.

In this empowering episode of Your Future Starts Now, Gia welcomes transformational coach Danita Young, a powerhouse in cognitive performance and personal transformation. With a remarkable background that includes being a nationally qualified bikini competitor and a successful entrepreneur, Danita shares her journey from personal training to becoming a catalyst for change in the lives of women.

Join Gia and Danita as they dive deep into the common challenges faced by high-achieving women, particularly the struggle of getting in their own way. Discover how anxiety, often seen as an enemy, can actually be reframed as a superpower that allows you to feel deeply and connect with your true self. Danita emphasizes the importance of awareness and offers actionable steps to overcome procrastination, stress, and anxiety, empowering you to become unstoppable.

Throughout the conversation, they explore the significance of the vagus nerve in regulating stress and the impact of limiting beliefs on personal growth. Danita provides insightful advice on how to navigate the complexities of emotional well-being, encouraging listeners to find their unique tools for healing and self-discovery.

As they redefine success, Danita highlights the ripple effect of making a positive impact on the world around you. This episode is a must-listen for anyone ready to step into their power and embrace their next chapter with authentic confidence.