Coach Talk Radio

On this episode of Coach Talk Radio, Sandra Beck sits down with brain expert Dr. Leigh Richardson and body expert Erin Kerry to take a clear-eyed look at what workplace wellness actually means now. As people move between home and office—or try to blend both—the old models of productivity and well-being don’t hold up. This conversation goes beyond surface-level advice. It examines how mental clarity, physical health, and daily habits directly impact performance, decision-making, and resilience. T

Sandra Beck of Coach Talk Radio welcomes brain health expert Dr. Leigh Richardson for a powerful conversation about the connection between brain health, leadership, productivity and performance. In her book The Depleted Brain, Dr. Richardson explores what happens when chronic stress, constant decision-making, information overload and relentless demands begin to overwhelm the brain's resources. For entrepreneurs, executives, coaches and high-performing professionals, the warning signs can be easy

Denial is common. Early action is rare. That gap is where problems grow. On this episode of Coach Talk Radio, Sandra Beck speaks with Richard Capriola, a mental health and addictions counselor, about what adolescent substance abuse actually looks like—and how often it’s missed until it escalates. This isn’t about panic. It’s about recognizing patterns early and responding with the right kind of help. They break down the warning signs parents tend to overlook, why a comprehensive assessment matte

If your eating habits feel automatic, they’re not. They’re trained. On this episode of Coach Talk Radio, Sandra Beck sits down with health coach Erin Kerry to unpack the real driver behind what’s on your plate—your thinking. Not willpower. Not discipline. The stories, beliefs, and patterns running quietly in the background. This conversation gets into how your relationship with food is formed, how it shows up in daily choices, and—more importantly—how it gets passed down to your kids and family.

Most people spend a surprising amount of energy trying to eliminate uncertainty. Allison Carmen argues that’s the wrong goal. On this episode of Coach Talk Radio, Sandra Beck sits down with Allison Carmen, author of The Gift of Maybe and A Year Without Men, to examine how our need for certainty quietly shapes our decisions, habits, and even our stress levels. From binge-watching familiar TV reruns to rigid routines that give us a sense of control, we often default to what feels predictable—even

Most people treat doubt like a stop sign. Anne Tucker treats it like a compass. On this episode of Coach Talk Radio, Sandra Beck sits down with Anne Tucker, author of Undoubtedly Awesome, to challenge the idea that confidence has to come first. Instead, they dig into how doubt can actually sharpen your thinking, clarify your direction, and push you into smarter, more aligned action. If you’ve ever hesitated before a big move, questioned your next step, or felt stuck in overthinking, this convers