Change It Up Radio

In this episode of Change It Up Radio, I am joined by Amy Scruggs to talk about shifting our focus on what could go right instead of what could go wrong when pursuing our dreams.   A question that many of us stop and ask ourselves before taking a chance or making a big change in life is, A question that many of us stop and ask ourselves before taking a chance or making a big change in life is, “What if it all goes wrong?” We, humans, are hardwired to focus on the negative, and our worried minds consider all of the possible undesirable outcomes, weighing them against the positives.   Then, we find ourselves wondering if taking that new job, starting that new relationship, or chasing our dreams is actually worth the effort. Sure, all of these things could end up leaving us feeling hurt, jaded, frustrated, or disappointed. But, there’s no way to know for sure what will work out or help us truly flourish in life if we aren’t willing to try. What we really need to stop and ask ourselves is, “What if it all goes ri

In this episode of Change It Up Radio, I am joined by Ellen McCarty to talk about transforming our lives and our relationships through unconditional self-love.   Earlier this week, many people celebrated Valentine's Day with a loved one. And while most people consider this special day of the year one based solely on romantic love, I like to think that Valentine's Day is also about the love of family, friends, and of ourselves as well. Love is a multifaceted concept that expands far beyond the feelings we may have for just a significant other, and it really is the magic of life.   Yet, almost all of us struggle with love to some degree. Some days we think it's our worst enemy, and other days it's our greatest blessing of all. Some of us don't feel worthy of love from ourselves or others, or we subconsciously sabotage our relationship with ourselves through negative self-talk, a lack of self-acceptance, and resistance to healing old wounds. So, what do we need in order for love to work, and what needs to be pre

In this episode of Change It Up Radio, I am joined by Dr. Francis Palmer to talk about tapping into the fountain of youth and some natural approaches to anti-aging from the inside out.   Understanding how to age well and increasing the time that we spend in a healthy state while we're here on this planet is of the utmost importance. While our chronological age counts how many years we've been alive, it's our biological age that matters most to help determine the length of health span, or amount of time we will maintain good health as we continue to age. Longevity scientists say that significantly elongating life without sustaining well-being is pointless, and enhancing vitality as we age may be our most valuable health gain.   My guest today, Francis Palmer, MD, is a world-renowned, board-certified facial plastic surgeon and author of “What’s Your Number?” who for the last several years has been focused on educating and helping others fight the aging process from the inside out. More than three decades of his

In this episode of Change It Up Radio, I am joined by Kimberlee Marsh to discuss how astrology can guide us, give us hope, and lead us on the path to self-acceptance.      My guest today, Kimberlee Marsh, is an Astrologer, Life Coach, and Business Coach who has been giving personalized readings for over 20 years and helping others to live their life to their fullest potential. She joins me today to discuss how the power of astrology gives us the timing and windows in our lives to forge forward, make positive changes, stay hopeful and tuned in to ourselves, and know where it's best to put our energy.    She explains that even though there is chaos going on all around us, there is order to it, and it’s all a part of the bigger picture. Kimberlee shares that we are on our way to creating a bigger, better, more sustainable way of supporting humanity, but that with that comes plenty of discomforts as we bring to the surface all that needs to change in order to lay down the foundation for our future.    To Learn Mo

In this episode of Change It Up Radio, I am joined by a very special guest who just so happens to also be my nephew, Patrick Gutman. He is a classically trained composer and pianist who writes Film, Concert, Ambient and Meditative music. Patrick's music has been performed both in the states and in Europe, including Italy, France, and Switzerland.    With musical interests that include classical, film, rock, ambient, dance, and electronic music, Patrick often blends these sound worlds together to create genre-expanding music. As a pianist, Patrick has performed throughout Southern California as an accompanist, solo artist, and recording session player, and has won several piano competitions as well.      In this interview, we discuss Patrick's journey with music and when he first realized that it was something that lit him up and that he felt he was being called toward. Patrick talks about the power of music and how it can uplift the soul, heal us on an emotional, vibrational, energetic, and physical level, an

In this episode of Change It Up Radio, Dr. Joseph Pergolizzi joins me to talk about unexplained aches and pain, plus effective ways to target and alleviate both chronic and acute pain.   Muscle pain is a major medical problem for 60-85% of the population who report experiencing nonspecific back pain of muscular origin at some time in their lifetime. My guest today, Joseph Pergolizzi, MD, is an internationally renowned pain specialist, well-versed in multiple issues confronting people experiencing acute and chronic pain, and has certainly been in high demand since the coronavirus has made its rounds.    But viral infections are only one reason you could be experiencing muscle aches and pain. Other common causes include overexertion and trauma to the body. However, it's the lesser-known causes of muscle pain that people may be unaware of and could confuse with symptoms of a virus. In this episode, Dr. Pergolizzi shares four surprising sources of lesser-known muscle pain, and three easy do-it-yourself remedie

In this episode of Change It Up Radio, we’re talking about tuning in to what lights us up so that we can make 2022 an amazing year where our dreams come true.   We are now a week into 2022, and it's undoubtedly a great time to set our sights on doing things differently than we ever have before. Or, perhaps taking a look at how we can tweak some of the things in our lives to make them better and even more effective.    There is so much opportunity amidst the fresh energy of a brand new year, but so often, we don't follow our bliss or step into what lights us up. We think we can't do what we truly want because it's not practical or it won't pay the bills. Even worse, we get so stuck on figuring out 'the how’ behind what we want, which only pushes us further and further off course from where we'd like to be.   The theme for our Fall season was Resiliency, and now as we move into a brand new year, I want to talk about our new theme: Light - being open to the light, enlightening ourselves, and lightening up. In th

In this episode of Change It Up Radio, we’re talking about how to end the year powerfully and productively, in a way that creates openness and clears the path for us to welcome positive energy and brand-new possibilities.   It’s that magical time… the beginning of a New Year! This is a time that fills us all with the hope that new, bigger, better things are possible and that maybe this will be the year when our dreams really do come true. Before you start celebrating this New Year’s Eve, I want to share how you can take a little bit of time to consciously end this year and think about what you want to create in the new one.   I learned some incredible principles in a Conscious Completion seminar that I did with JJ Joshua earlier this month that I found very helpful, because consciously completing events, experiences, and periods of time in your life truly enables you to enter into the next space of time clean and clear and open to what it has to offer you.    Conscious completion keeps your energy from becomi

In this episode of Change It Up Radio, Mikki Kristola joins me to talk about easy-to-make craft cocktails with an innovative and modern twist.   I think most of us can appreciate the experience of sipping on a delicious cocktail. But making them ourselves... well, that just sounds like a lot of work! From trying to find a great recipe to recreate, to collecting all of the ingredients you need just to make a specific drink, the process can be a bit overwhelming.    The good news is, you don't need to be a mixologist or have access to a loaded bar to make delicious craft cocktails at home! There is no longer a need to purchase pricey bar equipment, run to the store for more drink mixers, or weigh and measure out a list of ingredients. The future of classic cocktails that you can make and take anywhere is here. Dry cocktails, that is!   My guest today, Mikki Kristola, is a bar industry veteran with 20+ years of experience under her belt, and the Founder and (human) magic behind New Fashioned. She joins me in thi

In this episode of Change It Up Radio, Malte Niebelschuetz joins me to talk about turning recycled plastic into new products, educating the next generation about the harms of plastic on the environment, and how we can take action against the global plastic crisis and create a more sustainable future.   My guest today, Malte Niebelschuetz, is the founder and CEO of Shore Buddies, a line of the world’s first stuffed animals made from recycled plastic bottles that teach kids about the dangers of plastic pollution for marine animals and empowers them to spread the word about sustainability in a fun and playful way.   Malte joins me to discuss the environmental impact of plastic pollution, why our consumer behavior plays a significant role in plastic production and pollution, how businesses can do their part to bring sustainability into play and reduce plastic pollution, and how incorporating environmental values in early childhood development will not only lead to a more sustainable lifestyle for generations to c

In this episode of Change It Up Radio, we’re talking about how to handle the holidays when you’re dealing with loss or emotional pain, plus how we can support and comfort those who are hurting during this time of year.   It’s that time of year again where there is lots of excitement in the air with all of the Fall and Winter holidays that have been recently celebrated and are fast approaching. While it’s a joyful time of year for many, it’s also a very difficult, demanding, and draining time for those who are dealing with the weight of a loss or any type of emotional pain.    Unfortunately, these individuals often feel alienated and maybe even defective, because everyone else around them looks so happy while they feel like they can barely get through the day. Furthermore, this is our second holiday season amidst the COVID-19 pandemic, and a lot of people are also feeling incredibly burnt out, disappointed, frustrated, and distraught because of the changes and losses that they’ve experienced.   In this ep

In this episode of Change It Up Radio, Eddie Conner joins me to talk about owning our brilliance and tapping into the resilient spirit that’s within us all.   My guest today, Eddie Conner, has achieved international recognition as a Soul Intuitive, Radio Host, Author, Humorist, and Keynote Speaker sharing his psychic principles on thousands of radio and television shows across North America. He is committed to helping others live a Hi-Frequency life and does so by helping individuals shift their low-grade beliefs about love, money, and career into super hi-frequency desires that get great results.   Eddie joins me to share stories of his childhood, when he first began to realize he had intuitive gifts, and how he was able to come to peace with these gifts and focus on developing them. Eddie also discusses some of the things that we can do to increase our resiliency, amp up our desire with positive, pure heart-centered belief, and manifest what we really want in life.   To Learn More About the Show, Visit: www

In this episode of Change It Up Radio, Kimberlee Centera joins me to talk about embracing vulnerability and having the resilience to transform challenges into remarkable opportunities for growth and healing.     Resiliency plays a crucial role on the road back from any obstacle or difficult situation in our lives. It's that part of us that says, "I won't be defeated by this. I will not give up," regardless of what is thrown our way. Though disappointment and loss are an inevitable part of life, how we choose to show up and deal with these things determines whether we remain stuck as a victim or are able to move forward and thrive. That spirit of resiliency is within us all, and when we can tap into our courage in the face of crisis, anything is possible.   My guest today, Kimberlee Centera, is a pioneer and innovator in the renewable energy industry. She is one of the only female CEOs of a utility-scale renewable energy consulting practice, and she uses her knowledge and experience to encourage and mentor wom

In this episode of Change It Up Radio, Dr. Alison J. Kay joins me to talk about tuning inward to find our power, activating a field of unlimited possibilities, and living a more conscious, resilient, and spirit-infused life.   Dr. Alison is an award-winning Master Mind-Body Energy Medicine Facilitator and teacher for more than 25 years, as well as a world-traveler who lived in Asia for 10 years studying the subtle energy system and consciousness, who intertwines her yoga, meditation, and mindfulness background with her energy medicine training in five different energy medicine modalities. She joins me to share how we can learn to get out of our heads, really understand the importance of this whole, holistic being that we are, work with our own consciousness, and do the inner work to access our connection to our higher self so that we can hear our heart and live the most joyous and abundant life possible.   To Learn More About the Show, Visit: www.ChangeItUpRadio.com

In this episode of Change It Up Radio, my Dad and World War II Veteran, Jack Gutman, joins me to talk about honoring our veterans and breaking free from the suffering of post-traumatic stress.   In salute of this honorary time of year, I am joined by my Dad, Jack Gutman, who is one of the last living World War ll Veterans who are healthy, lucid, and able to share with us the realities of D-Day, a colossal moment in our country’s history.   In this interview, he shares his painful recollection of the Invasion of Normandy and what it was like to prepare, participate, and survive one of the most grueling days in human history. Jack also discusses his journey of healing the wounds of war after a 66 year-long struggle with PTSD, and how he got the help he so desperately needed to regain control of his life.   Today, my Dad is free of flashbacks, fear, and failure. Living from his current state of gratitude, he has one goal… to encourage anyone suffering from PTSD to know that there is so much hope for them and to

In this episode of Change It Up Radio, Nancy Laturno joins me to talk about finding resilience in the face of adversity and the healing power of music.   Nancy is the CEO of Mainly Mozart, whose famed festival boasts top-level players from the world’s greatest orchestras including the New York Philharmonic, Philadelphia Orchestra, Cleveland Orchestra, Los Angeles Philharmonic, Israel Philharmonic, and dozens more.   For over 30 years, the Mainly Mozart All-Star Orchestra has been home to the largest gathering of Concertmasters and Principal Players in the United States, but when the COVID-19 pandemic hit and quarantine protocols were put in place, they quickly had to learn how to adapt to all of these new changes.   Nancy shares how rather than taking a hiatus when all of the orchestras in the world were sitting quiet, Mainly Mozart found a way to keep the music alive and get these sidelined artists back on stage, and they made history as the first arts organization to perform live classical music in front of

In this episode of Change It Up Radio, Eric DeVine joins me to talk about embracing failure, building resilience, and achieving any goal we set out to accomplish.   Coming from a tough financial background growing up, Eric's first entrepreneurial attempt was just to help his mom pay the bills. At age 9, he began looking for ways that he could contribute to the monthly expenses, and he went on to start several businesses as a teenager.   By the time Eric was 23, he and his brother, Greg, were buying their first property, and they eventually jumped into real estate investing full-time, building a tremendous real estate portfolio together. Today, the DeVine brothers are focused on teaching financial literacy and encouraging entrepreneurs to reach their goals. They do this through online coaching and their YouTube Channel: The DeVine Way TV, which was an idea that came to life during the pandemic.   Today, Eric joins me to discuss the ups and downs of entrepreneurship, the importance of embracing our failures, ha

In this episode of Change It Up Radio, Media Professional, Amy Scruggs, joins me to talk about resiliency and the power of being able to shift and course-correct in life.   Amy Scruggs, is not only an inspiring and multi-talented human being, but she is also a perfect example of true resiliency. She has spent twenty years as a TV host, recording artist, public speaker, corporate spokesperson, and business executive, and credits each successful new endeavor in her life to the willingness to shift when hit with the unexpected and the courage to ask for what she wants in life without the fear of receiving a “no.”   Amy joins me today to talk about shattering the idea of living in “comfort zones,” the tremendous growth and opportunities that come our way when we stop letting our fears and negative self-talk run the show, and the importance of staying in motion when going through a shift and learning to course-correct as we go.     To Learn More About the Show, Visit: www.ChangeItUpRadio.com

In this episode of Change It Up Radio, we’re talking about the loss and grief that has been an inevitable part of our lives during this pandemic. We discuss:   - How the COVID-19 pandemic has created loss and grief all over the world - Looking at the repercussions and impact of this period of collective grieving - The many faces of grief and how we all experience and respond to it differently - Getting unstuck and moving from a state of languishing to flourishing in life - Appropriately acknowledging, feeling, and expressing grief to move through it - Being resilient and doing something every day that takes us to a place of healing   To Learn More About the Show, Visit: www.ChangeItUpRadio.com

In this episode of Change It Up Radio, licensed clinical psychologist, Dr. Chloe Carmichael, joins me to talk about how to channel our anxious energy into productivity and personal and professional fulfillment.   We Discuss:   - How many people have been coping with stress and anxiety during these current times - What nervous energy is and how we can use this energy to feel productive and fulfilled - How stress can affect high-achieving, high-functioning individuals in a different way - Several anxiety tools that we can use to help us harness our nervous energy for good - The benefits of creating a mental shortlist after we've done all the work we need to do - Why so many people are suffering from anxiety with returning back to school, work, etc. - Using anchoring statements and other anxiety techniques to overcome a panic attack   To Learn More About the Show, Visit: www.ChangeItUpRadio.com