Best Jessica McGann Podcasts (2024)

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EP 20 | Naomi Rose: From Cubicle to Culinary Queen - The Recipe for Entrepreneurial Success and Resilience 48:23

5M ago48:23

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Have you ever wondered what it takes to trade a secure but stale career for the high-risk, high-reward life of entrepreneurship? Naomi Rose, marathon runner turned baking magnate, joins me on The Pivot Point to share her extraordinary leap of faith from the confines of an office cubicle into the heat of the bakery kitchen. Discover how she transfor…

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EP 19 | Leah Mitchell: From Adversity to Authenticity - A Voyage of Love & Self-Discovery 1:09:42

5M ago1:09:42

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When the scales of life tipped toward adversity, Leah Mitchell, a soulmate success coach, didn't just recalibrate; she transformed her journey into a beacon of hope. Today, she sits with us to weave a powerful narrative of resilience, self-love, and the quest for authentic connection. Our conversation spans Leah's tumultuous high school years marke…

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EP18 | Ellen Patricia: The Hustle - A Tale of Resilience and Redefining Success 41:56

6M ago41:56

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As the fireworks settle and the confetti is swept away, we step into 2024 with the compelling story of Ellen Patricia, whose life pivoted on a single, innocent question from her son. Ellen's narrative isn't just about change; it's a deep dive into the heart of resilience and the power of redefining success. On this episode of Pivot Point, we peel b…

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EP 17| Lora Pope - Life Beyond Borders : The Unseen Odyssey of Travel Blogging 35:47

6M ago35:47

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Have you ever sat at your desk, daydreaming about turning your wanderlust into a way of life? Lora Pope made that leap, and on The Pivot Point, she takes us through the shift from a secure government job to the unpredictable, yet liberating world of travel blogging. This conversation is a candid look at the emotional whirlwinds and the trials of fo…

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EP 16 | Jason Herterich : "The Invisible Fight" Living with Chronic Illness 58:20

7M ago58:20

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Can you imagine going from a university athlete to a bedridden chronic illness patient in the span of a year? That's precisely the journey our guest, Jason Herterich, had to navigate when he was diagnosed with fibromyalgia and POTS. Jason talks about his life-altering experiences, the challenges of living with an invisible illness, and the importan…

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EP 15 | Alana Van Der Sluys: From Battling Body Dysmorphia to Embracing A Healthier Lifestyle 45:05

7M ago45:05

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We're about to get real with Alana van der Sluys, a courageous warrior who battled body dysmorphia and disordered eating and emerged victorious. Now a certified intuitive eating counsellor, Alana has a tale to tell that's both heart-wrenching and deeply inspiring. Her journey, from being fixated on weight to transforming her relationship with food …

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EP 14 | Will Wheeler : Navigating Neurodiversity, Overcoming Addiction, and Championing Change 1:29:45

7M ago1:29:45

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Have you ever wondered what it's like to walk in the shoes of a neurodistinct person? My guest today, Will Wheeler, lives with dyslexia and ADHD and he is here to tell us about his journey - from his childhood struggles to his quest for personal change, and how he turned his life around to become a champion for neurodiverse individuals. His tale is…

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EP 13 | Leigh Lincoln "Finding My Voice": A Journey Through Writing, Advocacy, and Purpose Discovery 28:02

8M ago28:02

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Have you ever wondered how your life would transform if you found your true voice and purpose? Join us in an intriguing conversation with Leigh Lincoln, a poverty and homelessness advocate turned author, who did just that. After years of being on autopilot as a single mother and volunteer, Leigh had an awakening moment which led her onto an inspiri…

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EP 12 | Mia Dixon : A Journey Through the Complexities of New Motherhood 41:12

8M ago41:12

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Have you ever felt like becoming a parent was the most life-altering experience you've ever had? You're not alone. Our guest today, Mia Dixon, a baby and toddler sleep coach and creator of Celebrate Sleep with Mia, shares her touching and inspiring journey of self-discovery through motherhood. Mia opens up about how the COVID-19 pandemic challenged…

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EP 11 | Dr. Debi Silber "From Betrayal to Breakthrough": Uncovering the Journey of Post-Betrayal Transformation 47:49

8M ago47:49

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Ever been blindsided by someone you trust? Betrayal hits hard, leaving us mentally, emotionally and physically drained. In my conversation with Dr. Debi Silber, founder of the Post-Betrayal Transformation Institute, we explore the phenomenon of betrayal. Sharing her own story and insights from her groundbreaking PhD study, Dr. Debi uncovers how bet…

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EP 10 | Sydney Low "Slooooow Down": A Journey Through Accident Recovery and Spiritual Healing 34:00

8M ago34:00

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Have you ever wondered how a seemingly tragic event can end up being a catalyst for change? Join me as I sit down with Reiki practitioner and founder of Earth and Ether Wellness, Sydney Low, who offers a heartening perspective on this very idea. After being hit by a car, Sydney embarked on a transformative journey of healing and self-discovery, arm…

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EP 9 | Felicity Steiner "Love Lost to Love Found" - A Journey to A Fulfilling and Healthy Love 35:50

9M ago35:50

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Have you ever found yourself in a relationship where you were constantly striving to meet high standards, losing your sense of self-worth in the process? That was the reality for our guest, Felicity Steiner, a relationship expert who experienced such a relationship that left her feeling inadequate and physically drained. Felicity takes us through h…

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EP 8| Jenna Dunlay "Not Just in Your Head": Overcoming Chronic Illness through Resilience and Self-Advocacy 56:47

9M ago56:47

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Have you ever been told that your pain was just in your head? That the debilitating headaches you're experiencing are normal? Imagine being Jenna Dunlay, whose persistent discomfort was dismissed time and again until she was finally diagnosed with a rare congenital disease. Jenna sat down with me to share her remarkable journey of self-advocacy wit…

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EP 7 | Michael R Herst "Beyond the Badge": Surviving a Life-Altering Accident and Finding Renewed Purpose 56:39

9M ago56:39

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In today's episode I speak with Michael R Herst who, once upon a time, was a well respected Police Sergent (something he had been working towards and dreaming of since he was a young kid!) until one evening, on an early morning call, something terrible happens leaving him physicaly disabled and no longer able to fulfill his work in policing. So wha…

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EP 6 | Kelly Helmick "Im happy that you're here" A story of surviving a toxic work environment 56:53

9M ago56:53

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** Trigger Warning, todays episode includes conversations about suicide, Self harm and eating disorders so viewer discretion is advised. In Todays episode I speak with Kelly Helmick who takes us through her years of working in a highly toxic work environment that took a major toll on her mental wellbeing and eventually led her to a 74hr hold at her…

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EP 5 | Corbie Mitleid "The Cancer Dancer" - A cancer dancers path to body positivity 41:04

10M ago41:04

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In this episode, I speak with Corbie Mitleid who has survived breast cancer not once, not twice but three times. Corbie grew with the message that her appearance was equivalent to her worth, and that she needed to look a certain way. The societal pressures and messages led her to feeling very uncomfortable in her body. In this interview we explore …

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EP 4 | Angela Gentile "The gift my father gave me" A story of reinvention in the face of grief 53:53

10M ago53:53

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In this episode, I speak with Angela Gentile who shares with us the sudden loss of her father and how that moment sparked a whole new perspective on life for her. Angela was in her early 30s, working as a teacher, doing everything that society told her she "SHOULD" be and do in order to live a happy and fulfilling life. When out of nowhere, she rec…

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EP 2 | Sonny Von Cleveland - "Hey White Boy" a story of redemption 1:13:42

10M ago1:13:42

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** Trigger Warnings : This episode includes conversations about rape, child molestation, and gang violence. Listener discretion is advised ** Sonny resigned himself to a life of incarceration and gang violence until a pivotal moment changed his life. In his late 20s, he was sent to solitary confinement, and while there, he met a Muslim man who chan…

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EP 3 | Teresa Williams " Damaged Goods" A story of reclaiming yourself after divorce 29:54

10M ago29:54

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Teresa was living the picture perfect life. A husband who was well regarded in their community, a couple kids, a house, and a thriving career herself as a Licensed Professional Counsellor and Certified Professional Life Coach. All seemed well, until a little voice inside her told her something wasn't right. When she became suspicious that her then …

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My Personal Pivot - a story of choosing happiness 31:17

10M ago31:17

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I think everyone has multiple pivotal moments in their life. Here I discuss one of mine. From an early age, I dedicated my life to being an actress, but after enduring a couple traumatic events, I no longer had the capacity or self awareness to tackle the harsh realities of being a freelance actress. After years of struggling with depression, a one…

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Series Trailer 1:22

10M ago1:22

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The Pivot Point premiers Saturday, September 2, 2023 Episode 1 | My Personal Pivot - a story of choosing happiness I think everyone has multiple pivotal moments in their life. Here I discuss one of mine. I had dedicated my entire life to being an actress, but after enduring a couple traumatic events, I no longer had the capacity or self awareness t…

Podcasts Worth a Listen

Jessica McGann Podcasts

Podcasts Worth a Listen

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The Pivot Point

Jessica McGann

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EP 20 | Naomi Rose: From Cubicle to Culinary Queen - The Recipe for Entrepreneurial Success and Resilience 48:23

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EP 19 | Leah Mitchell: From Adversity to Authenticity - A Voyage of Love & Self-Discovery 1:09:42

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EP18 | Ellen Patricia: The Hustle - A Tale of Resilience and Redefining Success 41:56

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EP 17| Lora Pope - Life Beyond Borders : The Unseen Odyssey of Travel Blogging 35:47

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EP 16 | Jason Herterich : "The Invisible Fight" Living with Chronic Illness 58:20

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EP 15 | Alana Van Der Sluys: From Battling Body Dysmorphia to Embracing A Healthier Lifestyle 45:05

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EP 14 | Will Wheeler : Navigating Neurodiversity, Overcoming Addiction, and Championing Change 1:29:45

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EP 13 | Leigh Lincoln "Finding My Voice": A Journey Through Writing, Advocacy, and Purpose Discovery 28:02

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EP 12 | Mia Dixon : A Journey Through the Complexities of New Motherhood 41:12

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EP 11 | Dr. Debi Silber "From Betrayal to Breakthrough": Uncovering the Journey of Post-Betrayal Transformation 47:49

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EP 10 | Sydney Low "Slooooow Down": A Journey Through Accident Recovery and Spiritual Healing 34:00

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EP 9 | Felicity Steiner "Love Lost to Love Found" - A Journey to A Fulfilling and Healthy Love 35:50

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EP 8| Jenna Dunlay "Not Just in Your Head": Overcoming Chronic Illness through Resilience and Self-Advocacy 56:47

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EP 7 | Michael R Herst "Beyond the Badge": Surviving a Life-Altering Accident and Finding Renewed Purpose 56:39

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EP 6 | Kelly Helmick "Im happy that you're here" A story of surviving a toxic work environment 56:53

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EP 5 | Corbie Mitleid "The Cancer Dancer" - A cancer dancers path to body positivity 41:04

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EP 4 | Angela Gentile "The gift my father gave me" A story of reinvention in the face of grief 53:53

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EP 2 | Sonny Von Cleveland - "Hey White Boy" a story of redemption 1:13:42

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EP 3 | Teresa Williams " Damaged Goods" A story of reclaiming yourself after divorce 29:54

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My Personal Pivot - a story of choosing happiness 31:17

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Series Trailer 1:22

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