In this episode, Elizabeth King, a renowned fertility coach and advocate, talks about her personal journey through fertility challenges, miscarriages, and ultimately motherhood in her forties. She shares her story, the emotional and physical complexities of fertility, and her mission to change the conversation around fertility loss and hope.

Key Points Discussed:

• Elizabeth’s Fertility Journey:
  • Early experiences with fertility concerns, including her sister’s cancer diagnosis and the desire to help.
  • Navigating divorce, egg freezing, IVF as a single woman, and meeting her husband later in life.
  • Experiencing multiple miscarriages and the emotional toll of fertility loss.
• Emotional and Psychological Aspects:
  • The lack of preparation for the emotional impact of infertility and miscarriage.
  • The importance of addressing both the physical and mental health aspects of fertility.
  • The role of stress, nervous system regulation, and subconscious beliefs in fertility outcomes.
• Coaching and Support:
  • How Elizabeth’s own struggles led her to become a fertility coach.
  • The value of having a coach or support system to navigate the journey.
  • Techniques like “psych K” to address subconscious blocks and shift the mindset.
• Societal Stereotypes and Age:
  • Facing judgment for pursuing motherhood in her forties.
  • The outdated concept of “geriatric pregnancy” and advances in reproductive technology.
  • The reality that healthy pregnancies and parenthood are possible at older ages.
• Men and Fertility:
  • The often-overlooked emotional burden on men during fertility struggles.
• Mind-Body Connection:
  • The impact of stress, language, and mindset on fertility.
  • The importance of personalized health, diet, and lifestyle choices for egg quality.
  • The concept of “spirit babies” and being energetically ready for parenthood.
• Hope and Progress:
  • Advances in fertility treatments and options for building families.
  • Encouragement for women starting families later in life.
  • The importance of education about cycles, ovulation, and reproductive health for both girls and boys.

Connect with Elizabeth King:

• Website: Home | Elizabeth King Fertility Coaching
• Instagram: @‌theofficialelizabethking
• Podcast: Friends with Fertility

She was living the life she thought she wanted — until her body told her otherwise.

Jocelyn Quall had the picture-perfect life: big job, beautiful family, charming log cabin.

But under the surface?

Total burnout. Anxiety, weight gain, and an eye twitch that wouldn’t quit. A single blood test confirmed what her body already knew — she was stuck in fight-or-flight. Worse, as a lifelong people pleaser, she’d built a life around what others expected, not what she wanted.

That wake-up call led her to question everything — her marriage, her friendships, her career, her own identity. In this conversation, Jocelyn shares how she stopped crowd-sourcing her self-worth, reclaimed her energy, and built a life that finally feels like hers.

CONNECT WITH JOCELYN: www.linkedin.com/in/jocelynquall

What if the person who’s supposed to love you unconditionally is the one causing the deepest wounds? That’s the reality for many, and it’s exactly why Geraldine Crane does what she does.

Geraldine is a serene spiritual hypnotherapist and coach who helps people heal from toxic mother relationships. Growing up as her mom’s caregiver from the age of 12, Geraldine knows firsthand the pain of feeling responsible for a parent’s emotional well-being. In this episode, she opens up about her journey from being her mother’s caretaker to finding freedom, self-love, and serenity on her own terms.

We talk about how to break free from enmeshed relationships, the difference between emotionally immature and truly toxic parents, and why setting boundaries doesn’t mean you have to broadcast them. Geraldine shares practical tips on creating physical, emotional, and spiritual boundaries - without triggering conflict.

Plus, she explains the importance of “choosing your moment” when addressing difficult topics, and why you don’t owe anyone your peace, not even your mother.

We also dive into Geraldine’s holistic approach to healing, including how stillness plays a vital role in reconnecting with your true self. If you’ve ever struggled with guilt or confusion about your relationship with your mom, this episode is going to hit home.

Connect with Geraldine Crane:

• TikTok
• Instagram
• Facebook

If you’ve ever felt drained by your relationship with your mom or struggled to set boundaries, this conversation will remind you that you have a right to your own peace. Tune in and take the first step toward healing your inner child.

What do you do when life throws you cancer, caregiving, and stolen cars – all at once? You turn it into a country song, of course.

Steve Wunch is one of the most joyful, hilarious, and resilient people I know. He’s the kind of person who can crack a joke even while fighting cancer or dealing with the chaos of caregiving. In this episode, Steve shares how he managed to keep his sense of humor through a testicular cancer diagnosis, brutal rounds of chemo, and caring for his mom through dementia – all while maintaining his signature joyful spirit.

We talk about how humor became his survival strategy, why he decided to move back to Denver to care for his mom, and what it’s like to hold onto optimism when life keeps testing your limits.

Plus, Steve’s got some wild stories – from singing through chemo to the time his boss surprised him with a martini kit after a particularly tough week (featuring a stolen car and a very sad country song moment).

Steve’s philosophy? Sometimes life hands you a country song – it’s up to you to sing it with a smile.

Connect with Steve Wunsch:

• Podcast: The Multifamily Mind
  
  
• LinkedIn: Steve Wunch
  
  
• Website: SalesMail

Sometimes life hands you a country song – but it’s up to you to sing it with a smile.

What if talking about death didn’t have to be so damn scary?

Yeah, I know. It sounds like the kind of thing you’d rather avoid, like cleaning out the garage or filing taxes. But my guest today, Yvonne Caputo, has a way of making those tough conversations not just bearable, but surprisingly beautiful.

Yvonne didn’t plan on becoming someone who talks openly about death. Then life threw her a curveball - her father called her home and asked her to take on a role no one really wants: being his voice when he couldn’t speak for himself. Those raw, honest conversations changed everything - and as tough as they were, they led to one of the most peaceful, intentional goodbyes you can imagine.

In this episode, Yvonne and I get into it - why talking about death doesn’t have to feel like pulling teeth, how confronting the reality of loss can actually make life richer, and why grief is such a strange mix of heartbreak and gratitude. Yvonne shares how that experience with her dad shaped her passion for helping others have those same essential conversations before it’s too late.

Plus, we chat about how she reinvented herself as an author in her 70s - because apparently, it’s never too late to surprise yourself.

Tune in for a raw, real, and yes - surprisingly uplifting - conversation that might just change how you think about death and the messy, beautiful reality of saying goodbye.

Connect with Yvonne Caputo:

• Website: Yvonne's Author Page
• Facebook: Yvonne Caputo on Facebook
• LinkedIn: Yvonne Caputo on LinkedIn

If you’ve ever wondered how to face the tough stuff without losing yourself, this episode is for you.

What if you could train your brain to stop working against you and actually start working for you?

Sounds almost too good to be true, right? But that’s exactly what Craig Meriwether did. After struggling with depression and anxiety from his teenage years well into adulthood, Craig finally got hit with a diagnosis that made everything click - bipolar II. At age 50. It wasn’t the answer he wanted, but it was the start of figuring out how to reclaim his life.

In this episode, Craig and I dig into what it’s like to live with mental health challenges that feel relentless - like trudging through thick mud day after day. He shares the turning point when he discovered hypnotherapy and NLP techniques that finally gave him some control over his thoughts and his nervous system. It was a game-changer - and now he’s on a mission to help others do the same through his practice at Arizona Integrative Hypnotherapy.

We also get into why hypnotherapy isn’t just some woo-woo quick fix, but a powerful tool for anyone dealing with fear, anxiety, low confidence, or just needing a mental reset. Whether it’s tackling test anxiety, preparing for a big presentation, or just not letting your brain sabotage you, Craig’s got practical tips and real talk on how to make your mind your ally.

And, because life is weird, we also talk about that one time he played Persian folk music at a carpet store - in front of Metallica’s lead singer. (Yeah, I’m still processing that one too.)

Connect with Craig Meriwether:

• Website: Arizona Integrative Hypnotherapy
• YouTube: Ace Any Test
• Facebook: Ace Any Test
• Instagram: @ace_any_test
• LinkedIn: Craig Meriwether

Tune in for a raw, honest, and surprisingly hopeful conversation about rewriting the script on mental health - and learning to master your mind.

What do you do when life just won’t stop hitting you with one brutal blow after another?

If anyone knows, it’s Andrew Bowen. In just three years, his family faced a cascade of crises: his 10-year-old son was diagnosed with a potential brain tumor, Andrew nearly died during his black belt test from an undiagnosed heart condition, and his wife was diagnosed with breast cancer. And if that wasn’t enough, his oldest son spiraled into clinical depression.

Andrew calls it his “timeline of suck” - but he didn’t just survive it, he found a way to move forward.

In this episode, Andrew and I talk about how those relentless challenges reshaped his outlook on life. We get into what it was like waking up from a medically induced coma and realizing you’re not really in control of much - but also realizing how that can be oddly freeing. Andrew shares why he believes in living out loud, sharing your story, and focusing on what really matters - health, relationships, and making the most of every single day.

And because it wouldn’t be a Curveball episode without a twist, Andrew also reveals his unexpected past as a backup dancer for New Kids on the Block. (Spoiler: it’s even more hilarious than it sounds.)

Find all resources here: Show notes

Connect with Andrew Bowen:

• LinkedIn: Andrew Bowen
• Instagram (with Joy): Joy's Instagram
• Website: Joy and Drew Health and Wellness

This episode is about more than just getting through hard times - it’s about learning how to live better because of them.

In this episode of Curveball, I sit down with Dr. Anne Arvizu – a powerhouse entrepreneur who knows firsthand what it’s like when life knocks you flat.

In 2021, Ann was diagnosed with endometrial cancer, and just like that, her world shifted. Suddenly, running her business took a backseat to fighting for her life – with six months out of work, unexpected medical expenses piling up, and no income in sight.

But Ann’s story isn’t just about survival – it’s about grit, resilience, and finding purpose in the midst of chaos. She talks about facing fear head-on, finding strength in unexpected places, and embracing the weird, wonderful synchronicities that pop up when life feels the most uncertain.

Tune in to hear how Ann transformed a devastating diagnosis into a story of fierce determination and hope – and how she’s using her experience to make a difference for others facing similar battles.

Find all resources here: show notes

Connect with Ann: Website: AnneArvizu.com

Endometrial Cancer Foundation: endometrialcancerfoundation.org