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I’m Art Blanchford, and this is Life in Transition, a podcast about making the most of the changes we’re given. As a married father of three teenagers, long-time global business executive, and adventurer, I’ve been through hundreds of transitions in my life. Many have been difficult, but all have led to a depth and richness I could never have imagined. You’ll get to hear all about them on this podcast so that together, we can create more love and joy in our lives — no matter what transitions we go through.
I’m Art Blanchford, and this is Life in Transition, a podcast about making the most of the changes we’re given. As a married father of three teenagers, long-time global business executive, and adventurer, I’ve been through hundreds of transitions in my life. Many have been difficult, but all have led to a depth and richness I could never have imagined. You’ll get to hear all about them on this podcast so that together, we can create more love and joy in our lives — no matter what transitions we go through.
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Shannon Russell is a Career Transition and Business Coach empowering women to leave unfulfilling careers and build joyful, purpose-driven businesses. She is the author of 'Start Your Second Act,' a speaker, and host of the Second Act Success Career Podcast. With over 16 years as a television producer for MTV, E!, Yahoo!, PopSugar, A&E, and TLC, she transitioned into entrepreneurship through a STEM education franchise and now helps women recognize their worthiness of pursuing aligned careers.
Shannon Russell is a Career Transition and Business Coach empowering women to leave unfulfilling careers and build joyful, purpose-driven businesses. She is the author of 'Start Your Second Act,' a speaker, and host of the Second Act Success Career Podcast. With over 16 years as a television producer for MTV, E!, Yahoo!, PopSugar, A&E, and TLC, she transitioned into entrepreneurship through a STEM education franchise and now helps women recognize their worthiness of pursuing aligned careers.
Angie Hyche is an author, speaker, podcaster, and retired certified professional organizer (CPO) who helps people overwhelmed with clutter in their homes, schedules, or minds. She spent 7+ years working in client homes, believing only by eliminating what doesn't matter can we prioritize what does. Her books include 'Unholy Mess: What the Bible Says about Clutter' and 'Uncluttered: Shaping Your Heart & Home for What Matters Most' with co-author Liana George. Living in East Tennessee with husband Eric, Angie's goal is helping people declutter their lives to focus on what's most important.
Angie Hyche is an author, speaker, podcaster, and retired certified professional organizer (CPO) who helps people overwhelmed with clutter in their homes, schedules, or minds. She spent 7+ years working in client homes, believing only by eliminating what doesn't matter can we prioritize what does. Her books include 'Unholy Mess: What the Bible Says about Clutter' and 'Uncluttered: Shaping Your Heart & Home for What Matters Most' with co-author Liana George. Living in East Tennessee with husband Eric, Angie's goal is helping people declutter their lives to focus on what's most important.
John Hankins is a certified financial therapist who reinvented himself at age 71 after retiring from a 35-year career in IT. With early roots as a social worker helping disadvantaged communities in West Philadelphia, John now combines his financial expertise with his passion for helping others. He serves on the board of the Financial Therapy Association and specializes in guiding retirees through the emotional aspects of their relationship with money. Through his practice at financialtherapy.me and his YouTube channel, John helps clients transform financial anxiety into empowerment and purpose.
John Hankins is a certified financial therapist who reinvented himself at age 71 after retiring from a 35-year career in IT. With early roots as a social worker helping disadvantaged communities in West Philadelphia, John now combines his financial expertise with his passion for helping others. He serves on the board of the Financial Therapy Association and specializes in guiding retirees through the emotional aspects of their relationship with money. Through his practice at financialtherapy.me and his YouTube channel, John helps clients transform financial anxiety into empowerment and purpose.
Hanna Bankier is the founder of Birdie Launcher, where she helps moms spread their wings as their little ones leave the nest. She is a sought-after coach, change catalyst, and speaker, with a background that includes a 20+ year television career as a VP of Production. Hanna holds advanced degrees in Electronic Communication Arts and Industrial Organizational Psychology, along with certifications in Mediation, Conflict Resolution, and coaching (ACC from ICF). Her work focuses on helping women rediscover themselves beyond active parenting, inspired by her own experience launching her children and navigating her own transitions. Hanna is also a board member of BAYCAT.org, and enjoys hiking, dancing, traveling, and hosting gatherings for her community.
Hanna Bankier is the founder of Birdie Launcher, where she helps moms spread their wings as their little ones leave the nest. She is a sought-after coach, change catalyst, and speaker, with a background that includes a 20+ year television career as a VP of Production. Hanna holds advanced degrees in Electronic Communication Arts and Industrial Organizational Psychology, along with certifications in Mediation, Conflict Resolution, and coaching (ACC from ICF). Her work focuses on helping women rediscover themselves beyond active parenting, inspired by her own experience launching her children and navigating her own transitions. Hanna is also a board member of BAYCAT.org, and enjoys hiking, dancing, traveling, and hosting gatherings for her community.
Tim Knight is a local Nashvillian since 1990, and now lives around the corner in Brentwood. He is the Founder and Managing Director of Knight & Associates, a boutique retained executive search firm, focusing on financial services search in sponsor finance, asset-based lending and commercial lending. Tim has a background in corporate leadership and has spent 33 years in the same office building, which he reflects on as a period that created a false sense of identity tied exclusively to his work. His journey includes breaking free from workaholic patterns and redefining success beyond mere achievement.
Tim Knight is a local Nashvillian since 1990, and now lives around the corner in Brentwood. He is the Founder and Managing Director of Knight & Associates, a boutique retained executive search firm, focusing on financial services search in sponsor finance, asset-based lending and commercial lending. Tim has a background in corporate leadership and has spent 33 years in the same office building, which he reflects on as a period that created a false sense of identity tied exclusively to his work. His journey includes breaking free from workaholic patterns and redefining success beyond mere achievement.
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0:0045:48
The Courage to Choose Family Over Fame The Courage to Choose Family Over Fame with Shannon Russel
Hosts
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Art Blanchford
Guests
Guests of this podcast episode
Shannon Russell
Keywords
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career transitionmotherhoodidentitypurposepostpartum depressionfamily over fameentrepreneurshipsecond actself-worthdisruption
"What would you do if you had to choose between interviewing Taylor Swift and picking up your child from daycare?"
Art welcomes Shannon Russell, who reveals the moment that changed everything. Eight months pregnant in a Times Square subway station, she chose family over interviewing Taylor Swift - a decision that crystallized her shifting priorities. What followed was a courageous journey of reinvention. From Hollywood television producer to successful entrepreneur and career coach, Shannon's story explores the profound impact of motherhood on identity and purpose. She shares her experience with postpartum depression, the isolation of losing her social circle, and the bold decision to uproot her family across the country.
Shannon's transition wasn't linear. After leaving entertainment, she tried various paths - a toxic nine-to-five job, graduate school for teaching, before finally discovering entrepreneurship through a STEM education franchise. Her coaching business grew organically when clients began asking how she made such dramatic life changes. Now she helps women recognize their worthiness of pursuing aligned careers. "Give yourself grace," she advises, "and remind yourself that you're worthy of changing your current situation." Her story proves that sometimes the biggest disruptions lead to the most meaningful destinations.
Shannon Russell is a Career Transition and Business Coach empowering women to leave unfulfilling careers and build joyful, purpose-driven businesses. She is the Author of Start Your Second Act: How to Change Careers, Launch a Business, and Create Your Best Life, a Speaker, and Host of the Second Act Success Career Podcast. Through her company, Second Act Success, Shannon shares her journey as a television executive turned business owner. She spent over 16 years as a Television Producer working for MTV, E!, Yahoo!, PopSugar, A&E, and TLC before opening her own STEM education franchise. Her motto is "produce your best life."
About The Show: The Life in Transition, hosted by Art Blanchford focuses on making the most of the changes were given every week. Art has been through hundreds of transitions in his life. Many have been difficult, but all have led to a depth and richness he could never have imagined. On the podcast Art explores how to create more love and joy in life, no matter what transitions we go through. Art is married to his lifelong partner, a proud father of three and a long-time adventurer and global business executive. He is the founder and leader of the Midlife Transition Mastery Community. Learn more about the MLTM Community here: www.lifeintransition.online.
In This Episode:
(00:00) Opening: The Times Square Epiphany
(02:20) Becoming a Mom: The Most Meaningful Transition
(07:06) Learning from Children: A Two-Way Street
(14:26) Postpartum Depression and Lost Friendships
(18:00) Midlife Transition Mastery Ad
(23:33) The Taylor Swift Moment and Career Pivot
(35:26) Transition Mastery Coaching Ad
(40:51) Tools for Transition: Grace and Worthiness
Like, subscribe, and send us your comments and feedback.
Explore our websitehttps://lifeintransitionpodcast.com/ for more in-depth information and resources, and to download the 8-step guide to mastering mid-life transitions.
The views and opinions expressed on the Life In Transition podcast are solely those of the author and guests and should not be attributed to any other individual or entity. This podcast is an independent production of Life In Transition Podcast, and the podcast production is an original work of the author. All rights of ownership and reproduction are retainedcopyright 2025.
"What would you do if you had to choose between interviewing Taylor Swift and picking up your child from daycare?"
Art welcomes Shannon Russell, who reveals the moment that changed everything. Eight months pregnant in a Times Square subway station, she chose family over interviewing Taylor Swift - a decision that crystallized her shifting priorities. What followed was a courageous journey of reinvention. From Hollywood television producer to successful entrepreneur and career coach, Shannon's story explores the profound impact of motherhood on identity and purpose. She shares her experience with postpartum depression, the isolation of losing her social circle, and the bold decision to uproot her family across the country.
Shannon's transition wasn't linear. After leaving entertainment, she tried various paths - a toxic nine-to-five job, graduate school for teaching, before finally discovering entrepreneurship through a STEM education franchise. Her coaching business grew organically when clients began asking how she made such dramatic life changes. Now she helps women recognize their worthiness of pursuing aligned careers. "Give yourself grace," she advises, "and remind yourself that you're worthy of changing your current situation." Her story proves that sometimes the biggest disruptions lead to the most meaningful destinations.
Shannon Russell is a Career Transition and Business Coach empowering women to leave unfulfilling careers and build joyful, purpose-driven businesses. She is the Author of Start Your Second Act: How to Change Careers, Launch a Business, and Create Your Best Life, a Speaker, and Host of the Second Act Success Career Podcast. Through her company, Second Act Success, Shannon shares her journey as a television executive turned business owner. She spent over 16 years as a Television Producer working for MTV, E!, Yahoo!, PopSugar, A&E, and TLC before opening her own STEM education franchise. Her motto is "produce your best life."
About The Show: The Life in Transition, hosted by Art Blanchford focuses on making the most of the changes were given every week. Art has been through hundreds of transitions in his life. Many have been difficult, but all have led to a depth and richness he could never have imagined. On the podcast Art explores how to create more love and joy in life, no matter what transitions we go through. Art is married to his lifelong partner, a proud father of three and a long-time adventurer and global business executive. He is the founder and leader of the Midlife Transition Mastery Community. Learn more about the MLTM Community here: www.lifeintransition.online.
In This Episode:
(00:00) Opening: The Times Square Epiphany
(02:20) Becoming a Mom: The Most Meaningful Transition
(07:06) Learning from Children: A Two-Way Street
(14:26) Postpartum Depression and Lost Friendships
(18:00) Midlife Transition Mastery Ad
(23:33) The Taylor Swift Moment and Career Pivot
(35:26) Transition Mastery Coaching Ad
(40:51) Tools for Transition: Grace and Worthiness
Like, subscribe, and send us your comments and feedback.
Explore our websitehttps://lifeintransitionpodcast.com/ for more in-depth information and resources, and to download the 8-step guide to mastering mid-life transitions.
The views and opinions expressed on the Life In Transition podcast are solely those of the author and guests and should not be attributed to any other individual or entity. This podcast is an independent production of Life In Transition Podcast, and the podcast production is an original work of the author. All rights of ownership and reproduction are retainedcopyright 2025.
0:001:02:03
Are You Avoiding God Through Busyness? A Conversation with Angie Hyche
How much of your life is cluttered with things that distract from your true priorities?
Today Art speaks with professional organizer Angie Hyche. Angie reveals her five-year struggle with fear before finally pursuing her calling as a certified pro organizer. Her story begins in a theater prop room where she discovered her obsession with bringing order to chaos. Yet fear kept her in a safe school job until a bike trail conversation with her husband changed everything. "There are thousands of people less intelligent than you starting businesses," he said. That moment of courage launched not just a business, but a complete transformation of character.
Angie's wisdom goes far beyond physical organizing. She courageously admits to avoiding God through busyness and mental clutter. "I can have a full schedule and be promoting my business, yet I'm not taking time to spend with God," she confesses. Her definition of clutter as "anything that distracts from priorities" revolutionizes how we view our stuff, schedules, and spiritual lives. What would change if you stopped avoiding the "horrible alone" and pushed past fear to discover what's calling you?
Angie Hyche is an author, speaker, podcaster, and retired certified professional organizer (CPO®) who helps people overwhelmed with clutter in their homes, schedules, or minds. She spent 7+ years working in client homes, believing only by eliminating what doesn't matter can we prioritize what does. Her books include "Unholy Mess: What the Bible Says about Clutter" and "Uncluttered: Shaping Your Heart & Home for What Matters Most" with co-author Liana George. Living in East Tennessee with husband Eric, Angie's goal is helping people declutter their lives to focus on what's most important.
About The Show: The Life in Transition, hosted by Art Blanchford focuses on making the most of the changes we’re given every week. Art has been through hundreds of transitions in his life. Many have been difficult, but all have led to a depth and richness he could never have imagined. On the podcast Art explores how to create more love and joy in life, no matter what transitions we go through. Art is married to his lifelong partner, a proud father of three and a long-time adventurer and global business executive. He is the founder and leader of the Midlife Transition Mastery Community. Learn more about the MLTM Community here: www.lifeintransition.online.
In This Episode:
(00:00) Discovering Your True Calling in Unexpected Places
(09:12) The Five Years of Fear and Avoidance
(21:12) Midlife Transition Mastery Ad
(28:08) From Comparison to Contentment
(35:24) How Busyness Becomes Spiritual Avoidance
(41:39) The Addiction to Constant Entertainment
(47:42) Transition Mastery Coaching Ad
(50:46) The Donation Box Method for Decluttering Life
(57:05) Creating Space Instead of Adding Speed
Like, subscribe, and send us your comments and feedback.
Explore our websitehttps://lifeintransitionpodcast.com/ for more in-depth information and resources, and to download the 8-step guide to mastering mid-life transitions.
The views and opinions expressed on the Life In Transition podcast are solely those of the author and guests and should not be attributed to any other individual or entity. This podcast is an independent production of Life In Transition Podcast, and the podcast production is an original work of the author. All rights of ownership and reproduction are retained—copyright 2025.
How much of your life is cluttered with things that distract from your true priorities?
Today Art speaks with professional organizer Angie Hyche. Angie reveals her five-year struggle with fear before finally pursuing her calling as a certified pro organizer. Her story begins in a theater prop room where she discovered her obsession with bringing order to chaos. Yet fear kept her in a safe school job until a bike trail conversation with her husband changed everything. "There are thousands of people less intelligent than you starting businesses," he said. That moment of courage launched not just a business, but a complete transformation of character.
Angie's wisdom goes far beyond physical organizing. She courageously admits to avoiding God through busyness and mental clutter. "I can have a full schedule and be promoting my business, yet I'm not taking time to spend with God," she confesses. Her definition of clutter as "anything that distracts from priorities" revolutionizes how we view our stuff, schedules, and spiritual lives. What would change if you stopped avoiding the "horrible alone" and pushed past fear to discover what's calling you?
Angie Hyche is an author, speaker, podcaster, and retired certified professional organizer (CPO®) who helps people overwhelmed with clutter in their homes, schedules, or minds. She spent 7+ years working in client homes, believing only by eliminating what doesn't matter can we prioritize what does. Her books include "Unholy Mess: What the Bible Says about Clutter" and "Uncluttered: Shaping Your Heart & Home for What Matters Most" with co-author Liana George. Living in East Tennessee with husband Eric, Angie's goal is helping people declutter their lives to focus on what's most important.
About The Show: The Life in Transition, hosted by Art Blanchford focuses on making the most of the changes we’re given every week. Art has been through hundreds of transitions in his life. Many have been difficult, but all have led to a depth and richness he could never have imagined. On the podcast Art explores how to create more love and joy in life, no matter what transitions we go through. Art is married to his lifelong partner, a proud father of three and a long-time adventurer and global business executive. He is the founder and leader of the Midlife Transition Mastery Community. Learn more about the MLTM Community here: www.lifeintransition.online.
In This Episode:
(00:00) Discovering Your True Calling in Unexpected Places
(09:12) The Five Years of Fear and Avoidance
(21:12) Midlife Transition Mastery Ad
(28:08) From Comparison to Contentment
(35:24) How Busyness Becomes Spiritual Avoidance
(41:39) The Addiction to Constant Entertainment
(47:42) Transition Mastery Coaching Ad
(50:46) The Donation Box Method for Decluttering Life
(57:05) Creating Space Instead of Adding Speed
Like, subscribe, and send us your comments and feedback.
Explore our websitehttps://lifeintransitionpodcast.com/ for more in-depth information and resources, and to download the 8-step guide to mastering mid-life transitions.
The views and opinions expressed on the Life In Transition podcast are solely those of the author and guests and should not be attributed to any other individual or entity. This podcast is an independent production of Life In Transition Podcast, and the podcast production is an original work of the author. All rights of ownership and reproduction are retained—copyright 2025.
0:0054:01
Is Your Relationship with Money Holding You Back?
Hosts
Hosts of this podcast episode
Art Blanchford
Guests
Guests of this podcast episode
John Hankins
Keywords
Keywords of this podcast episode
moneyfinancial therapyretirementemotional relationship with moneypersonal transformation
What would happen if you reconnected with the passion you had to set aside decades ago?
Art and John Hankins discuss John’s remarkable journey from social worker to IT professional to financial therapist at age 71. "This fills me with a feeling I have not had for a really long time," John reveals, describing his newfound purpose.
The conversation explores our complex relationship with money – the fears, avoidances, and anxieties that shape our financial decisions. Can retirement be more than just financial planning? "For me, it is the endless possibility," John says. Through personal stories and professional insights, this episode challenges listeners to reconsider what's possible in life's later chapters. Are you feeling stuck in transition? John's parting wisdom reminds us: "You are capable... and you're not alone."
John Hankins is a certified financial therapist who reinvented himself at age 71 after retiring from a 35-year career in IT. With early roots as a social worker helping disadvantaged communities in West Philadelphia, John now combines his financial expertise with his passion for helping others. He serves on the board of the Financial Therapy Association and specializes in guiding retirees through the emotional aspects of their relationship with money. Through his practice at financialtherapy.me and his YouTube channel, John helps clients transform financial anxiety into empowerment and purpose.
About The Show: The Life in Transition, hosted by Art Blanchford focuses on making the most of the changes we’re given every week. Art has been through hundreds of transitions in his life. Many have been difficult, but all have led to a depth and richness he could never have imagined. On the podcast Art explores how to create more love and joy in life, no matter what transitions we go through. Art is married to his lifelong partner, a proud father of three and a long-time adventurer and global business executive. He is the founder and leader of the Midlife Transition Mastery Community. Learn more about the MLTM Community here: www.lifeintransition.online.
In This Episode: (00:00) Introduction - The Most Meaningful Transition
(03:14) Discovering Financial Therapy
(09:27) What Is Financial Therapy?
(19:58) Midlife Transition Mastery Ad
(21:14) Meeting Fear with Data
(28:59) Transition to Financial Therapy at 71
(34:33) Endless Possibilities in Later Life
(41:03) Expanding Community and Relationships
(49:48) Transition Mastery Coaching Ad
(52:29) Connect with John Hankins
Like, subscribe, and send us your comments and feedback.
Explore our websitehttps://lifeintransitionpodcast.com/ for more in-depth information and resources, and to download the 8-step guide to mastering mid-life transitions.
The views and opinions expressed on the Life In Transition podcast are solely those of the author and guests and should not be attributed to any other individual or entity. This podcast is an independent production of Life In Transition Podcast, and the podcast production is an original work of the author. All rights of ownership and reproduction are retained—copyright 2025.
What would happen if you reconnected with the passion you had to set aside decades ago?
Art and John Hankins discuss John’s remarkable journey from social worker to IT professional to financial therapist at age 71. "This fills me with a feeling I have not had for a really long time," John reveals, describing his newfound purpose.
The conversation explores our complex relationship with money – the fears, avoidances, and anxieties that shape our financial decisions. Can retirement be more than just financial planning? "For me, it is the endless possibility," John says. Through personal stories and professional insights, this episode challenges listeners to reconsider what's possible in life's later chapters. Are you feeling stuck in transition? John's parting wisdom reminds us: "You are capable... and you're not alone."
John Hankins is a certified financial therapist who reinvented himself at age 71 after retiring from a 35-year career in IT. With early roots as a social worker helping disadvantaged communities in West Philadelphia, John now combines his financial expertise with his passion for helping others. He serves on the board of the Financial Therapy Association and specializes in guiding retirees through the emotional aspects of their relationship with money. Through his practice at financialtherapy.me and his YouTube channel, John helps clients transform financial anxiety into empowerment and purpose.
About The Show: The Life in Transition, hosted by Art Blanchford focuses on making the most of the changes we’re given every week. Art has been through hundreds of transitions in his life. Many have been difficult, but all have led to a depth and richness he could never have imagined. On the podcast Art explores how to create more love and joy in life, no matter what transitions we go through. Art is married to his lifelong partner, a proud father of three and a long-time adventurer and global business executive. He is the founder and leader of the Midlife Transition Mastery Community. Learn more about the MLTM Community here: www.lifeintransition.online.
In This Episode: (00:00) Introduction - The Most Meaningful Transition
(03:14) Discovering Financial Therapy
(09:27) What Is Financial Therapy?
(19:58) Midlife Transition Mastery Ad
(21:14) Meeting Fear with Data
(28:59) Transition to Financial Therapy at 71
(34:33) Endless Possibilities in Later Life
(41:03) Expanding Community and Relationships
(49:48) Transition Mastery Coaching Ad
(52:29) Connect with John Hankins
Like, subscribe, and send us your comments and feedback.
Explore our websitehttps://lifeintransitionpodcast.com/ for more in-depth information and resources, and to download the 8-step guide to mastering mid-life transitions.
The views and opinions expressed on the Life In Transition podcast are solely those of the author and guests and should not be attributed to any other individual or entity. This podcast is an independent production of Life In Transition Podcast, and the podcast production is an original work of the author. All rights of ownership and reproduction are retained—copyright 2025.
0:001:11:31
The Nest Isn't Empty If You're Still In It: Reframing Midlife's Biggest Transition
Hosts
Hosts of this podcast episode
Art Blanchford
Guests
Guests of this podcast episode
Hanna Bankier
Keywords
Keywords of this podcast episode
midlife transitionidentity shiftparentingreinventionproductivity culturevulnerabilitypersonal growthself-worthcommunity building
Art and Hanna Bankier explore the complex terrain of life transitions, particularly the shift from hands-on parenting to becoming a "Mama Mentor" as children leave home. Hanna shares her journey from Swedish immigrant to transition coach, revealing how every identity shift creates opportunities for authentic reinvention. "We have this idea that the time we have left is unknown, combined with life is fragile, equals do it now," she reflects, challenging listeners to embrace change rather than resist it.
Through personal stories and practical exercises, Hanna offers listeners a roadmap for navigating transitions with intention. "Are you performing, producing, or providing?" she asks, confronting our culture's obsession with productivity as the measure of worth. The conversation weaves between vulnerability and practical advice, including a powerful identity-mapping exercise with colored markers that reveals where your energy flows. Can we slow down enough to recognize our inherent value beyond what we do?
Hanna Bankier is the founder of Birdie Launcher, where she helps moms spread their wings as their little ones leave the nest. A sought-after coach, change catalyst, and speaker, Hanna left her 20+ year television career as a VP of Production to follow her passion: connecting people to possibilities. Drawing from her own experience launching her oldest child (now a college junior) while preparing for her high school senior's departure, Hanna became the "go-to Birdie Launcher friend" among her peers. With advanced degrees in Electronic Communication Arts and Industrial Organizational Psychology, plus certifications in Mediation, Conflict Resolution, and coaching (ACC from ICF), she brings professional expertise to personal transitions. Her provocative question to mothers—"What if the best years of your life are yet to come?"—guides her work helping women rediscover themselves beyond active parenting. When not coaching, Hanna serves on the board of BAYCAT.org, hikes, dances, travels, and hosts gatherings for her intentionally-created community.
About The Show:
The Life in Transition, hosted by Art Blanchford focuses on making the most of the changes we’re given every week. Art has been through hundreds of transitions in his life. Many have been difficult, but all have led to a depth and richness he could never have imagined. On the podcast Art explores how to create more love and joy in life, no matter what transitions we go through. Art is married to his lifelong partner, a proud father of three and a long-time adventurer and global business executive. He is the founder and leader of the Midlife Transition Mastery Community. Learn more about the MLTM Community here: www.lifeintransition.online.
In This Episode:
(00:00) Thoughts on Unconditional Love, Hanna Bankier and Birdie Launcher
(03:02) Navigating Major Identity Shifts as an Immigrant
(11:09) Creating Community Through "Fab Ladies"
(16:41) MidLife Transition Mastery Ad
(22:16) Beyond the Three P's: Performance, Production, and Providing
(37:28) Discovering Inherent Worth and Value
(42:38) Co-Creating New Parent-Adult Child Relationships
(49:45) Transition Mastery Coaching Ad
(54:52) The Life-Changing Identity Exercise
(01:05:31) Final Reflections and Where to Find Hanna
(01:12:06) Closing Thoughts and Thanks
Like, subscribe, and send us your comments and feedback.
Explore our websitehttps://lifeintransitionpodcast.com/ for more in-depth information and resources, and to download the 8-step guide to mastering mid-life transitions.
The views and opinions expressed on the Life In Transition podcast are solely those of the author and guests and should not be attributed to any other individual or entity. This podcast is an independent production of Life In Transition Podcast, and the podcast production is an original work of the author. All rights of ownership and reproduction are retained—copyright 2025.
Art and Hanna Bankier explore the complex terrain of life transitions, particularly the shift from hands-on parenting to becoming a "Mama Mentor" as children leave home. Hanna shares her journey from Swedish immigrant to transition coach, revealing how every identity shift creates opportunities for authentic reinvention. "We have this idea that the time we have left is unknown, combined with life is fragile, equals do it now," she reflects, challenging listeners to embrace change rather than resist it.
Through personal stories and practical exercises, Hanna offers listeners a roadmap for navigating transitions with intention. "Are you performing, producing, or providing?" she asks, confronting our culture's obsession with productivity as the measure of worth. The conversation weaves between vulnerability and practical advice, including a powerful identity-mapping exercise with colored markers that reveals where your energy flows. Can we slow down enough to recognize our inherent value beyond what we do?
Hanna Bankier is the founder of Birdie Launcher, where she helps moms spread their wings as their little ones leave the nest. A sought-after coach, change catalyst, and speaker, Hanna left her 20+ year television career as a VP of Production to follow her passion: connecting people to possibilities. Drawing from her own experience launching her oldest child (now a college junior) while preparing for her high school senior's departure, Hanna became the "go-to Birdie Launcher friend" among her peers. With advanced degrees in Electronic Communication Arts and Industrial Organizational Psychology, plus certifications in Mediation, Conflict Resolution, and coaching (ACC from ICF), she brings professional expertise to personal transitions. Her provocative question to mothers—"What if the best years of your life are yet to come?"—guides her work helping women rediscover themselves beyond active parenting. When not coaching, Hanna serves on the board of BAYCAT.org, hikes, dances, travels, and hosts gatherings for her intentionally-created community.
About The Show:
The Life in Transition, hosted by Art Blanchford focuses on making the most of the changes we’re given every week. Art has been through hundreds of transitions in his life. Many have been difficult, but all have led to a depth and richness he could never have imagined. On the podcast Art explores how to create more love and joy in life, no matter what transitions we go through. Art is married to his lifelong partner, a proud father of three and a long-time adventurer and global business executive. He is the founder and leader of the Midlife Transition Mastery Community. Learn more about the MLTM Community here: www.lifeintransition.online.
In This Episode:
(00:00) Thoughts on Unconditional Love, Hanna Bankier and Birdie Launcher
(03:02) Navigating Major Identity Shifts as an Immigrant
(11:09) Creating Community Through "Fab Ladies"
(16:41) MidLife Transition Mastery Ad
(22:16) Beyond the Three P's: Performance, Production, and Providing
(37:28) Discovering Inherent Worth and Value
(42:38) Co-Creating New Parent-Adult Child Relationships
(49:45) Transition Mastery Coaching Ad
(54:52) The Life-Changing Identity Exercise
(01:05:31) Final Reflections and Where to Find Hanna
(01:12:06) Closing Thoughts and Thanks
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Breaking Free from Work as Identity: Tim Knight's Story
Do you find yourself 'physically present but mentally absent' with the people you love most? Discover how Tim Knight broke his workaholic patterns.
In this episode of Life in Transition, host Art Blanchford dives deep with Tim Knight into the challenging journey from workaholic to present living. Tim shares how driving to the same office building for 33 years created a false sense of identity tied exclusively to his work. "You still have this fear of failure. How are you gonna be perceived?" Tim reflects candidly. What happens when you make work your idol?
The conversation explores the surprising difficulty of breaking free from work addiction, with Tim describing the six-month "detox" period following his departure. How do you redefine success beyond achievement? When is the right time to make a change? Tim's insights offer practical wisdom for listeners questioning their own relationship with work and wondering if there's a better way to live before it's too late.
Tim Knight is a local Nashvillian since 1990, and now lives around the corner in Brentwood. He is the Founder and Managing Director of Knight & Associates, a boutique retained executive search firm, focusing on financial services search in sponsor finance, asset-based lending and commercial lending.
About The Show:
The Life in Transition, hosted by Art Blanchford focuses on making the most of the changes we’re given every week. Art has been through hundreds of transitions in his life. Many have been difficult, but all have led to a depth and richness he could never have imagined. On the podcast Art explores how to create more love and joy in life, no matter what transitions we go through. Art is married to his lifelong partner, a proud father of three and a long-time adventurer and global business executive. He is the founder and leader of the Midlife Transition Mastery Community. Learn more about the MLTM Community here: www.lifeintransition.online.
In This Episode:
(00:00) Don't Fear Failure or Change
(01:59) Leaving Corporate Life After 33 Years
(04:03) Wake-Up Calls: Deaths and Inner Struggles
(10:49) Organizations Thrive When Leaders Leave
(11:54) Midlife Transition Mastery Ad
(15:16) From Multitasking to Presence
(28:17) Transition Mastery Coaching Ad
(31:05) Guiding the Next Generation
(37:10) Breaking Through the Ceiling of Complexity
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Explore our websitehttps://lifeintransitionpodcast.com/ for more in-depth information and resources, and to download the 8-step guide to mastering mid-life transitions.
The views and opinions expressed on the Life In Transition podcast are solely those of the author and guests and should not be attributed to any other individual or entity. This podcast is an independent production of Life In Transition Podcast, and the podcast production is an original work of the author. All rights of ownership and reproduction are retained—copyright 2025.
Do you find yourself 'physically present but mentally absent' with the people you love most? Discover how Tim Knight broke his workaholic patterns.
In this episode of Life in Transition, host Art Blanchford dives deep with Tim Knight into the challenging journey from workaholic to present living. Tim shares how driving to the same office building for 33 years created a false sense of identity tied exclusively to his work. "You still have this fear of failure. How are you gonna be perceived?" Tim reflects candidly. What happens when you make work your idol?
The conversation explores the surprising difficulty of breaking free from work addiction, with Tim describing the six-month "detox" period following his departure. How do you redefine success beyond achievement? When is the right time to make a change? Tim's insights offer practical wisdom for listeners questioning their own relationship with work and wondering if there's a better way to live before it's too late.
Tim Knight is a local Nashvillian since 1990, and now lives around the corner in Brentwood. He is the Founder and Managing Director of Knight & Associates, a boutique retained executive search firm, focusing on financial services search in sponsor finance, asset-based lending and commercial lending.
About The Show:
The Life in Transition, hosted by Art Blanchford focuses on making the most of the changes we’re given every week. Art has been through hundreds of transitions in his life. Many have been difficult, but all have led to a depth and richness he could never have imagined. On the podcast Art explores how to create more love and joy in life, no matter what transitions we go through. Art is married to his lifelong partner, a proud father of three and a long-time adventurer and global business executive. He is the founder and leader of the Midlife Transition Mastery Community. Learn more about the MLTM Community here: www.lifeintransition.online.
In This Episode:
(00:00) Don't Fear Failure or Change
(01:59) Leaving Corporate Life After 33 Years
(04:03) Wake-Up Calls: Deaths and Inner Struggles
(10:49) Organizations Thrive When Leaders Leave
(11:54) Midlife Transition Mastery Ad
(15:16) From Multitasking to Presence
(28:17) Transition Mastery Coaching Ad
(31:05) Guiding the Next Generation
(37:10) Breaking Through the Ceiling of Complexity
Like, subscribe, and send us your comments and feedback.
Explore our websitehttps://lifeintransitionpodcast.com/ for more in-depth information and resources, and to download the 8-step guide to mastering mid-life transitions.
The views and opinions expressed on the Life In Transition podcast are solely those of the author and guests and should not be attributed to any other individual or entity. This podcast is an independent production of Life In Transition Podcast, and the podcast production is an original work of the author. All rights of ownership and reproduction are retained—copyright 2025.
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