Episodes

Steve Wilson’s life was changed forever when he was sexually assaulted as a nine year old, a trauma that triggered Bipolar Disorder. In his memoir 'Teetering on a Tightrope' Steven shares his journey and how he coped with mental trauma. This open and vulnerable conversation inspires and gives hope. It shows that those who suffer mental issues of any kind, be it Bipolar disorder or any other, can also experience a full and productive life.

Father Robert Ayala is a dedicated Catholic priest with a profound commitment to spiritual guidance and community service. Currently serving as the pastor of Nativity Catholic Church in Hollywood, Florida, he brings a wealth of experience and a compassionate approach to his pastoral duties. He doesn't hold back in sharing what it took to commit his life to God.

Susan Gold self describes as a transformationalist. She built a successful career between New York and LA, where she has produced for Film and Television and where she has been pivotal in connecting A-list celebrities to high-profile projects, like when she persuaded on behalf of Disney Channel, Ben Stiller, Jack Black, Taylor Swift and David Beckham be interviewed by cartoon characters…Phineas & Ferb. At one pivotal moment in her life, she realized that to fully thrive, she had to meet the demons of her upbringing that were continuing to repeat, and that is how Her book, "Toxic Family: Transforming Childhood Trauma into Adult Freedom" was born.

Walt Morgan is a retired Navy Commander, helicopter pilot and the founder of Translational Lift Coaching. His journey is rich in wisdom as at one point in life, Walt felt the need to serve something bigger than himself. He describes his journey since retirement as one characterized by powerful emotional, spiritual, somatic and cognitive growth.

Dana Diaz is the author of the best-selling book GASPING FOR AIR: THE STRANGLEHOLD OF NARCISSISTIC ABUSE. Dana has had life-long experience with narcissistic abuse, beginning in childhood. Her education in journalism and psychology at gave her the ability to accurately verbalize and express how narcissistic abuse creates confusion and conflict within victims so that she can help other victims know they are not alone and better understand their own circumstances.

Jonathan Dumas defines himself as a traveler on three lanes of passion, which are, Hosting his own podcast Highly Visible & a Little Misunderstood, his Career Transition Coaching practice, and his Boutique Consulting Firm Common Culture Consulting. Jonathan believes that joy, authenticity, community, and equity; all play a vital role in the overall experience of our careers. He's on a mission to empower individuals and groups to own their stories, unleash their skills, and cultivate workplaces where they truly thrive.

Darlene Greene is a retired US Navy Commander turned Stem Cell Activation Technology Consultant, on a mission to help others better understand how we can activate our stem cells, repair DNA, reverse age and improve the health of our brain and cardiovascular systems. She is also credited with establishing, 17 years ago, the Returning Warrior Workshop which helps warriors, and their families reintegrate successfully.

John Morley is a seasoned serial entrepreneur, engineer, marketing specialist, and a nationally recognized talk show host on both the internet and AM/FM radio. His way of living revolves around not setting goals in life but rather making promises and ensuring they come to fruition. There's definitely a lot of stories on this one!

Jeanell Greene is a Life and Relationship coach who's on a mission to save marriages and heal families from generational trauma caused in childhood. She is well known for helping couples return from the brink of separation and ultimately divorce in less than 30 days.

Named as one of the Top 50 Most Influential Women in 2019, Nicole Penn is someone to keep on the radar. A Creative Marketing and digital strategy Veteran, she has led strategic marketing directions for top corporations. As the CEO of EGC Group, she has led it to be named as one of INC. 500 fastest Growing Companies. She has an exciting journey and in this episode of Back2BAsics, she shares how she has found and leveraged the Business side of Creativity, to create the life she always dreamt of.

Eric Nehrlich is an executive coach who draws on twenty years of experience in the tech industry to help leaders have more impact. Before becoming a coach, Eric spent ten years as an engineer and product manager across several startups and the Tech giant Google. Eric is also the Author of "You Have A Choice, when working harder isn't working". If you are struggling with connecting with your purpose, this episode is for you!

Martin Cooper is an American engineer and pioneer in the wireless communications industry and is the man who led the invention of the first cell phone and placed the first wireless call back in 1973. Marty, has eleven patents to his credit, and is also a serial entrepreneur, author and speaker. At 94, he is still innovating, and that is why this episode will inspire you, not only for what he has achieved in the past, but for what he envisions we will achieve in the future.

Alan Stein, is a seasoned executive with a remarkable career. After navigating through five layoffs and consistently securing new positions faster than the average professional, he made the bold decision to found Kadima Careers. He is passionate about bringing his talents and passion to the table to help others while creating more equity and diversity in the tech industry. If you are looking to accelerate your career, this episode is for you!

Corey Lyon Folsom's early intimate relationships were filled with heartache and poor patterns and He found himself in a sexless marriage. He eventually hired a love coach and dove into personal growth. He later became a Certified Tantra Educator and relationship coach and is now committed to helping others find Healthy Love. Corey is also an aboriginal skills instructor, tracker, vision quest leader, and wilderness guide for newly sober people. Corey’s new book, Soul Statements, is a guide for increasing inner clarity and attaining better relationship communication.

Rabbi Taylor is the Director of the American Faith Coalition. He is a best-selling author and lecturer, and has spoken across the globe in a wide variety of venues. His books Pillars of Faith and A Jewish Guide to the Mysterious are great works of insight and scholarship into the spiritual realm. He has been called the “Celebrity Life Coach” for his work with actors, athletes, and other public figures and founded “The Ark,” a successful faith-based study and coaching program.

Sharon Seivert is the CEO of Core Coaching and Consulting and a consummated author with books like "Prospering: 6 Steps to Great Wealth" and "6 Steps to Leading Your Life and Work (from the Inside Out)". A true advocate of the idea that one can succeed in what we call the "Balancing Act", Sharon has spent decades helping business owners and leaders to grow their companies without burning out themselves or the people who work with them. .

Jason Dennen is a Christian, inspirational speaker, skydiver, mountain climber, triathlete and the author of "8 Days Till Sunrise: A true Story of Survival, Rebirth and Discovering My Purpose in Life". He describes himself on most days as just a normal everyday guy. He sees the skydiving accident that nearly took his life as a gift and as the event that transformed his life. After listening to this episode, you will probably see whatever obstacle is blocking you from living the life you want, as not that big after all.

Suzanne is a former U.S. Navy Commander, commanding officer, and aide to the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. Her transition from senior military officer to her current work is featured in the award-winning documentary, Messages of Hope, based on her memoir by the same name. Through her journey, Suzanne has become a sought-after spiritual teacher, author, and Messenger of Hope who guides people to the certainty that love never dies and that we are part of a multidimensional universe. She is recognized on Watkins Mind Body Spirit Magazine’s 2022 list of the 100 Most Spiritually Influential Living People.

Mikaya Thurmond is an American television journalist, and former Miss Georgia, who became the youngest reporter at WRAL-TV in Raleigh, North Carolina, to then rapidly ascend to the coveted spot of weekday news morning anchor. A bit over a year ago, and after 10 years in TV, she made the bold move to wrap it up and start, in her own words, truly LIVING. Discover in this episode, what was her career pivot and how she anchored in her intuition to be where she's at!

Karen Hager is an Intuitive guide, spiritual teacher, and the radio show host of “Out of the Fog”, which is syndicated nationwide whose mission is to help others step out of the fog of confusion and reconnect with their own inner guidance. If you are looking for ways to get unstuck or to awaken to your life's true purpose, this episode is for you.

Deborah Olson is an RN, women’s emotional health specialist, friendship expert, keynote speaker, & award-winning author of The Healing Power of Girlfriends: How to Create Your Best Life Through Female Connection. A second timer on Back2Basics Podcast, this time around, she shares valuable insight around post-pandemic mental health, the power of family and the fact that, if you are struggling with something or you simply don't feel OK, you are not alone.

Jamie Mittelman is an entrepreneur and founder of Flame Bearers, the world's first global storytelling platform illuminating the unsung stories of resilient women Olympians and Paralympians that inspire people to drive change for themselves, in their connections with others and their communities.

Host Leticia Latino van-Splunteren shares, in this unedited, unscripted episode, her own reflections about turning 50. A milestone Birthday that can be daunting and intimidating, but enriching and empowering at the same time.

In his book, 'Soil & Spirit: Seeds of Purpose, Nature's Insight & the Deep Work of Transformational Change' educator turned author, Ian Williams, provides a trusted guide for individuals looking to take the next step in awakening to their life's journey and move forward in their transformational journey, all while hoping to plant the seed for a true cultural shift in the way humanity is living.