This Podcast Will Change Your Life is a long-form interview show hosted by writer, teacher, trainer, coach and content creator Ben Tanzer and housed at This Blog Will Change Your Life. The show focuses on conversations with authors, creatives and changemakers from around the world.
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Why is change so difficult and yet so necessary? We live in a world that is increasingly complex, unpredictable, and demanding of our resilience. The challenges we face are not just external but deeply personal, asking us to redefine who we are, what we stand for, and how we lead. Transformation isn’t just a possibility, it’s an imperative. On The Will to Change, Jennifer Brown invites listeners to explore the deeper dimensions of leadership, resilience, and human connection. Each month, we ...
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Every Great Person Who Has Made A Big Impact In This World Always Thinks In A Way That Brought Them To That Point. I Am Here To Bring You Great Quotes By Great People In A Great Way! Join Me On This Journey To Bring Greatness Into Your Life By Diving Into The Things That The Greats Say. Follow Me Today & Let’s Get This Adventure Started!
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E353: Intentional Transitions: The Art of the Pivot towards Purpose and Impact, with Dr. Yvette Burton
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44:52In this episode, we explore the art of professional reinvention with Dr. Yvette C. Burton, who transitioned from corporate DEI leadership to cybersecurity later in her career. Dr. Burton shares how to leverage existing skills while embracing new challenges, identifying where your passions align with marketable expertise, and strategically reintrodu…
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This Podcast Will Change Your Life, Episode Three Hundred and Fifty-Four - Where Is This Train Going.
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1:04:33This episode stars Ignatius Valentine Aloysius & David Allen Sullivan (Salt Pruning, Fishhead: Republic of Want, Strong-Armed Angels). It was recorded in-person and in the host's South Loop office in January 2024.
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This Podcast Will Change Your Life, Episode Three Hundred and Fifty-Three - I Wanted To Write The Book.
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1:06:02This episode stars Christine Marie Eberle (Finding God Along the Way, Finding God Abiding, Finding God In Ordinary Time). It was recorded over the Zoom between the This Podcast Will Change Your Life home studio in Chicago, IL and Eberle's home in greater Philadelphialand in January 2025.
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E352: The Dissolution: Surrender, and Compassionate Witnessing of Ourselves in Deep Change
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23:17In part two of this special two-part minisode, Jennifer explores the final elements of the BANI framework (Non-linear and Incomprehensible) and their antidotes for navigating our complex world. She delves into how improvisation serves as the essential response to non-linearity, encouraging listeners to practice pivoting rather than clinging to rigi…
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E351: The Re-Grounding: Stillness, and the Stirrings of Rebirth and Resilience
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20:03In part one of this special two-part minisode, Jennifer shares her reflections from snowy Woodstock on seasons of change and transformation at this pivotal moment between winter and spring. Speaking from her own experience of profound transitions, Jennifer explores how nature's rhythms - from the sap preparing to run in trees to the vast networks o…
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E350: Authorship in the Age of AI: What's Next for Thought Leaders with Publisher and Author Jenn T. Grace
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53:27In this thought-provoking conversation, Jennifer welcomes back Jenn T. Grace, founder of Publish Your Purpose, to discuss the intersection of AI, publishing, and thought leadership. The discussion explores how artificial intelligence is reshaping the publishing landscape, from the challenges of protecting intellectual property to the opportunities …
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This Podcast Will Change Your Life, Episode Three Hundred and Fifty-Two - A Really Fine Time.
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1:06:02This episode stars Cynthia Weiner (A Gorgeous Excitement). It was recorded over the Zoom between the This Podcast Will Change Your Life home studio in Chicago, IL and Weiner's home town of New York City in January 2025.
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This Podcast Will Change Your Life, Episode Three Hundred and Fifty-One - To Outlast Doubt.
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1:08:28This episode stars Jeremy T. Wilson (The Quail Who Wears The Shirt, Adult Teeth). It was recorded in person at The Coffee Studio in Chicago, IL in October 2024.
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E349: Minisode (and Brief Hiatus Announcement): The Art of Falling Apart, and Learning to Love the Liminal Space with Jennifer
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16:43In this special episode, Jennifer takes a moment during the podcast's January hiatus to reflect on transformations in both personal and professional spheres, while setting the stage for new directions in upcoming episodes. She shares her journey from vocal performer to DEI consultant, including the sale of her company. As she announces a brief brea…
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E348: Best of The Will to Change: Owning Your Power: Jennifer Joins the Beyond Barriers Podcast
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57:00From the Best of The Will to Change: In this episode, originally recorded for the Beyond Barriers Podcast, Jennifer discusses her own career journey and how to motivate yourself and others. Discover how to create a community of inclusion and the importance of making sure that all voices are heard. Jennifer also shares tips about developing your own…
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E347: Virtuosity in Leadership: Mining Our Resonance with Story Doula Eduardo Placer
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38:03In this episode, Jennifer welcomes back returning guest Eduardo Placer, a dynamic keynote speaker, charismatic event emcee, and global facilitator known for building bridges to belonging through story. Together, they explore the evolving landscape of leadership through the rich metaphor of orchestral music. Drawing from their experiences in both pe…
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This Podcast Will Change Your Life, Episode Three Hundred and Fifty - Trying To Write A Better World.
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1:17:22This Podcast Will Change Your Life is a most glorious year-end episode, as well as a quite glorious Three Hundred and Fiftieth episode, which stars the equally, and endlessly glorious Rachel Robbins (Sound of a Thousand Stars, In Lieu of Flowers). It was recorded over the Zoom between the This Podcast Will Change Your Life home studio in Chicago, I…
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E346: Amplifying Voices: Being A Voice For Others To Be Heard- Jennifer joins Darrin Tulley on the Live Your Possible Podcast
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45:10In this episode, originally recorded for the Live Your Possible Podcast with host Darrin Tulley (CEO and Chief of Possibilities @ Ignite Happy), Jennifer explores strategies for creating inclusive workplaces, the concept of 360-degree allyship, and how leaders can foster psychological safety in their teams. She discusses why organizations must move…
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This Podcast Will Change Your Life, Episode Three Hundred and Forty-Nine - A Musicality.
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1:09:10This episode stars Mathieu Cailler (Forest for the Trees, May I Have This Dance?, Loss Angeles & many, many more). It was recorded over the Zoom between the This Podcast Will Change Your Life home studio in Chicago, IL and Cailler's Loss Angeles home office in September 2024.
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E345: The Hot Seat: Employers and the Business of Social Justice in a Post-Election Landscape with BSR’s Jen Stark and Jarrid Green
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1:03:30In this episode Jennifer engages in a timely conversation with Jen Stark and Jarrid Green, co-directors of the Center for Business and Social Justice, about their Social Justice Guide for Business and its implications in the wake of recent political developments. The discussion explores how companies can navigate DEI initiatives and social justice …
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E344: Parenting with Pride: Stories of Love, Leadership and Advocacy
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56:36This episode, originally recorded as a Community Call, features a conversation with John Grosshandler, Co-founder of the GenderCool Project, and a panel of parent advocates who are working to transform corporate America through trans inclusion. Joined by corporate leaders who are parents of trans youth, the discussion explores how personal experien…
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This Podcast Will Change Your Life, Episode Three Hundred and Forty-Eight - Making The Case.
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1:06:33This episode stars William Walsh (The Poets, Pathologies, Questionstruck & many, many more). It was recorded over the Zoom between the This Podcast Will Change Your Life home studio in Chicago, IL and Walsh's Massachusetts' workplace in August 2024.
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E343: The Sacred Pause: Jennifer and Doug Discuss the Role of Rest in Rebirth
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35:34In this episode, Jennifer and her podcast producer explore the power of slowing down in times of change. Drawing from Viktor Frankl, Buddhist teachings, and farming practices, they challenge hustle culture and discuss how the energy used to maintain things is the energy needed for change. They examine how periods of rest - like fields in farming - …
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E342: Best of The Will to Change: Doing the Work and Doing it Right: Deconstructing DEI with Author, Speaker and Consultant Lily Zheng
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54:24Author, speaker, and consultant Lily Zheng returns to The Will To Change to discuss their new book, DEI Deconstructed, which centers on accountable and effective practices to achieve DEI outcomes in organizations. Discover why even leaders with the best of intentions find it difficult to achieve the DEI outcomes they desire. Lily also discusses the…
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This Podcast Will Change Your Life, Episode Three Hundred and Forty-Seven - A Particular Truth.
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1:04:03This episode stars Ross McMeekin (Below the Falls, The Hummingbirds). It was recorded over the Zoom between the This Podcast Will Change Your Life home studio in Chicago, IL and McMeekin's Northwest home in August 2024.
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E341: Awake in the Dark: Jennifer and Doug on Grief and Growth in the Post-Election Landscape
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34:35In this unique and timely episode, Jennifer and Doug Foresta, producer of the Will to Change, come together just days after the 2024 election to share words of wisdom, comfort, and perspective for changemakers who may be feeling discouraged. Through powerful quotes and thoughtful discussion, they explore themes of grief, resilience, and the importa…
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E340: Best of The Will to Change: Unpacking the Diwali Episode of the SITC Reboot with Mita Mallick, Head of Inclusion, Equity and Impact at Carta
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47:10In recognition of Diwali, we are re-airing this episode, which features a conversation between Jennifer Brown and Mita Mallick, Head of Inclusion, Equity and Impact at Carta. Jennifer and Mita discuss the importance of authentic and accurate representation of diverse cultures in the media. The conversation stemmed from a LinkedIn post by Mita about…
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E339: Agent of Change: Building Inclusive National Security with Intelligence Community DEIA Officer, Stephanie La Rue
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57:40Step inside the world of U.S. intelligence agencies with Stephanie LaRue, Chief Diversity Officer for the U.S. Intelligence Community, as she reveals how she's transforming culture across 18 federal intelligence organizations. From her unexpected journey as a first-generation American and CIA attorney to becoming one of the youngest executives in t…
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This Podcast Will Change Your Life, Episode Three Hundred and Forty-Six - Re-Learning.
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1:02:52This episode stars Anne Poirier (Not a Fat Annie, The Body Joyful). It was recorded over the Zoom between the This Podcast Will Change Your Life home studio in Chicago, IL and Poirier's Sunshine State home in September 2024. We want to note that the episode is dropping today in honor of Body Acceptance Week (October 21-25, 2024) an exciting initiat…
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E338: Adapting for Impact: Disability Rights Then and Now with Author Tiffany Yu
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54:08In this episode, Jennifer is joined by Tiffany Yu, disability advocate, author, and founder of Diversability, for a discussion about the evolution of disability rights and inclusion. Tiffany shares her journey from accident survivor to changemaker, offering insights into disability advocacy. She also discusses approaches to raising awareness, inclu…
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This Podcast Will Change Your Life, Episode Three Hundred and Forty-Five - Headspace.
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1:10:57This episode stars Ben Lindner (Beyond The Zero podcast). It was recorded over the Zoom between the This Podcast Will Change Your Life home studio in Chicago, IL and Lindner's down under home studio in July 2024.
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E337: The Evolving Science of Unconscious Bias with Farsight Chat’s host Farah Bala, and guests Dr. Tessa Charlesworth, Postdoctoral Research Fellow, and Caitlin Finton, Postdoctoral Fellow, Harvard University ...
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1:07:58This episode was recorded for the Farsight Chat podcast and is being shared with permission on the Will to Change. Host Farah Bala discusses unconscious bias with Harvard University experts Dr. Tessa Charlesworth and Caitlin Finton. The conversation covers implicit bias, the Harvard Implicit Association Test, and research on bias evolution. Topics …
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E336: Bending the Arc: Moral Progress in Business Leadership with Farsight Chats’ Farah Bala
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46:19Join Jennifer as she welcomes Farah Bala, founder and CEO of FARSIGHT, in a conversation about the evolving landscape of DEI in the workplace. Farah shares insights from her journey of transforming "Farsight Friday" into the more expansive "Farsight Chats" podcast, exploring how leaders can make DEI a core competency in today's rapidly changing bus…
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E335: Smarter in Seconds: The Art of Digestible DEI Education with Author Blair Imani
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54:02This episode, originally recorded as a community call, features a conversation with Blair Imani, author, content creator, and DEI advocate. Blair discusses her transition from crisis communications to social media education, explaining how she simplifies complex DEI topics. She also addresses DEI language evolution, neurodiversity in advocacy, and …
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This Podcast Will Change Your Life, Episode Three Hundred and Forty-Four - A Serious Person.
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1:12:55This episode stars Michael Tager (Pop Culture Poetry: The Definitive Edition, Mason Jar Press). It was recorded over the Zoom between the This Podcast Will Change Your Life home studio in Chicago, IL and Tager's Charm City office in June 2024.
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E334: DEI in a VUCA World: Adapting Strategies for Uncertain Times with Bridges Holmes, VP, DEI and Sustainability, The Adecco Group
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1:01:53This episode was originally recorded as a Community Call and features a conversation with Bridges Holmes, VP of DEI and Sustainability at The Adecco Group. The discussion explores Bridges' role in integrating DEI initiatives into sales strategies at Adecco. Bridges shares insights on developing a DEI sales toolkit, conducting live training sessions…
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This Podcast Will Change Your Life is a somewhat delayed and movingly timed Episode (or Episode Three Hundred and Forty-Three for those counting at home) - Delicious.
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1:05:49This episode stars Lee Matthew Goldberg (The Great Gimmelmans, Stalker Stalked, Immoral Origins & many more). It was recorded over the Zoom between the This Podcast Will Change Your Life home studio in Chicago, IL and Goldberg's Central Park office in the city so nice they named it twice in April 2024.…
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E333: Balancing Risk and Progress: DEI in the Legal Sector with Mira Dewji
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55:12In this episode, Mira Dewji, a former corporate lawyer turned DEI strategist, shares her perspective on the landscape of diversity, equity, and inclusion in the legal industry. Drawing from her experiences at a law firm, Mira explores the challenges in implementing DEI initiatives within conservative legal cultures. She discusses the shift from com…
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E332: From Self-Doubt to Self-Discovery: Journeying Through Imposter Syndrome with Expert Dr. Valerie Young
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1:15:38In this episode, we explore imposter syndrome with Dr. Valerie Young, a global thought leader on the topic and co-founder of the Impostor Syndrome Institute. Jennifer and Dr. Young discuss the evolution of imposter syndrome and its prevalence among various groups. Dr. Young introduces her "humble realist" concept and suggests strategies for organiz…
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This Podcast Will Change Your Life, Episode Three Hundred and Forty-Two - This Comes With The Collar.
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1:05:17This episode stars Maddie Norris (The Wet Wound). It was recorded over the Zoom between the This Podcast Will Change Your Life home studio in Chicago, IL and Norris' home office in the Tar Heel State in June 2024.
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E331: AI for All: Ensuring Equity and Inclusion in Tech Advancements with IBM's Stacy Hobson
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58:49Tune in for a conversation with Dr. Stacy Hobson, Director of the Responsible Technologies Research group at IBM Research, as we delve into the critical intersection of ethics and artificial intelligence. In this eye-opening episode, Dr. Hobson shares her journey from rural South Carolina to leading cutting-edge research in responsible AI developme…
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This Podcast Will Change Your Life, Episode Three Hundred and Forty-One - Fancy.
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1:06:21This episode stars Caleb Curtiss (Age of Forgiveness, A Taxonomy of the Space Between Us). It was recorded over the Zoom between the This Podcast Will Change Your Life home studio in Chicago, IL and Curtiss' home office in the home state of our 46th President in June 2024.
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