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The Life Shift Podcast
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Candid conversations about the pivotal moments that changed lives forever.

We all have our stories, but through these conversations, we discover communities. We learn that there are commonalities through the ups and downs that we all face. But most importantly, we learn that we are not alone. The Life Shift podcast highlights life-altering moments and humanizes the struggles and triumphs through them all.

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Recent Episodes

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Bonus Episode: Elizabeth Rosenberg on Growth and Change
Bonus Episode: Elizabeth Rosenberg on Growth and Change
Finding Her Palestinian Identity Through Generations of Silence | Leyla King
Finding Her Palestinian Identity Through Generations of Silence | Ley…
Chantal Watts Returns: What’s New Since Her Life Shift Story?
Chantal Watts Returns: What’s New Since Her Life Shift Story?
Life After “Your Child Has Cancer” | Laura DeKraker Lang-Ree
Life After “Your Child Has Cancer” | Laura DeKraker Lang-Ree
In Case You Need This: Feel Like a Beginner Again? It’s Okay If You Do | Ep. 2
In Case You Need This: Feel Like a Beginner Again? It’s Okay If You D…
In Case You Need This: Still Grieving After Years? It’s Okay If You Are | Episode 1 of It's Okay If...
In Case You Need This: Still Grieving After Years? It’s Okay If You A…
How Andrew Lang Learned to Stop Fixing Everything and Start Living
How Andrew Lang Learned to Stop Fixing Everything and Start Living
Introducing It’s Okay If… – A New Podcast from Matt Gilhooly
Introducing It’s Okay If… – A New Podcast from Matt Gilhooly
Catch Up with Alex Knight: Life Lessons Through Music
Catch Up with Alex Knight: Life Lessons Through Music
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The Silence That Shaped Her Story
June 4, 2025

The Silence That Shaped Her Story

  Growing Up Without the Words Leyla King grew up in Texas surrounded by warmth, family, faith, and tradition. Sunday feasts with dozens of cousins, strong matriarchs in the kitchen, and a deep connection to her Christian upbringing were the …

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Life After “Your Child Has Cancer” – What One Parent Did Next
May 28, 2025

Life After “Your Child Has Cancer” – What One Parent Did Next

When Laura DeKraker Lang-Ree’s three-year-old daughter whispered, “It hurts everywhere, Mama,” she had no idea those would be the words that shattered her world. But in that quiet moment, everything changed. What followed was a dia…

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The Night Andrew Lang Realized He Didn’t Have to Fix Everything
May 21, 2025

The Night Andrew Lang Realized He Didn’t Have to Fix Everything

Burnout Doesn’t Always Announce Itself If you’ve ever taken on too much and told yourself, “I’ve got this,” you’re in good company. That was Andrew Lang’s default for years – saying yes, staying late,…

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Reviews

Real Conversations, Real People

"Matt has a way of creating a framework for people to come forward with their story and allow them to organically offer the wisdom that is particular to their life shift. He never gets in the way of …"

Leviticus Kreis | Oct. 14, 2022

Conversations we should be having

"In listening to in-depth, candid conversations with a wide range of guests, the listener is treated to real people examining real moments in their lives that changed everything. We all have “shifts” …"

MartyJKlein | Sept. 9, 2022

Thoughtful, insightful and authentic

"Matt has a really lovely way of interviewing his guests that make the conversations such a pleasure to listen to. Highly recommend this podcast for some fresh perspectives and great storytelling!"

ncnc817 | Sept. 4, 2022

Great New Perspective - Thank you!

"Matt, I want to thank you for making your podcast. Thank you! While I’ve been aware of my various life shifts, which I’ve had many. I’m not sure I’ve looked at them as life shifts until listening to …"

AuzBaum | Nov. 29, 2022

A Gift

"This podcast is a gift to anyone who has ever navigated a life shift and felt alone. It’s easy to feel like we’re the “only one” who’s gone through the worst. Matt has a gift of sharing the stories…"

Sarahadams04 | Dec. 14, 2022

A bit biased but…

"As the founder of a company who helps people through life changes, I’m always biased when it comes to podcasts about life changes - but this is the REAL DEAL! I love this podcast and learn something …"

Livmarch | Jan. 3, 2023

Such helpful information

"I struggle with change and one can only drive their friends crazy with “if I do/if I don’t” lists for so long 😉. I love the concept of this podcast and the host has engaging and helpful conversations…"

Cdraw18 | Jan. 3, 2023

Masterful!

"Matt is masterful in his episodes, which has me hooked. From the questions he asks his guests, which always pull out the most golden of nuggets, to his tonality and demeanor, he’s masterful!"

BillionDollarMatt | Jan. 17, 2023

Motivational stories and great dialogue

"Matt does a great job of engaging with the guests and getting them to comfortably share their stories of pivotal life moments. Each story is motivational and inspiring."

SIMPLEbrandWithMattLyles | Jan. 17, 2023

Fascinating

"I’m not only amazed at the interesting stories and people Matt finds, but also appreciated the community he is creating around his ideas!"

Whitney Johnson | Jan. 21, 2023

A Truly PIVOTAL Podcast!

"Matt Gilhooly, host of The Life Shift Podcast, is extremely adept at getting his guests to be vulnerable and engage them in intimate dialogue as if they've been friends for years. He's a natural stor…"

Parle Gee | March 10, 2023

Significant, powerful stories

"If you're a fan of inspiring stories and personal growth, you won't want to miss this podcast. The show features interviews with people from all walks of life who have experienced a pivotal moment th…"

Down Easy Street | March 23, 2023

An amazing time

"I was featured on the podcast. I want to start off by saying telling my story is hard. I don't talk often about the grief and loss surrounding my brother. Myself and my story was treated with respect…"

Daniel Rinaldi | March 28, 2023

So Many Great Stories & Lessons

"Matt is an amazing host who asks thoughtful questions. He truly cares about his guests, their stories and not only what they’ve learned but what more can be discovered from their experiences. Matt is…"

MrsGlogo | May 4, 2023

A natural born storyteller

"Matt is such a natural at having easy, beautiful, and flowing conversations and creating a safe space with his guests in which to have them. I was instantly hooked the moment I started listening, and…"

Venussama | May 9, 2023

Honest, Uplifting, and Unforgettable

"The Life Shift Podcast is a masterclass in vulnerability and resilience. Matt’s thoughtful, warm approach invites guests to share the raw, real stories behind life’s turning points. Each episode is a…"

Lisa Sugarman | May 21, 2025

A truly inspiring podcast

"A truly inspiring podcast from Matt and his guests. His knack for empathy, and knowing when to listen instead of talking, allows guests to share their story openly and without pause. A wonderful show…"

DannyBrownCA | Sept. 14, 2023

Great stories, great host

"Story sharing at its finest! Matt clearly cares about what he’s doing and the people he’s interacting with. His ability to get to the heart of a story, yet stay compassionate, is a beautiful gift."

jpeterkin | March 7, 2024

Inspirational stories

"Inspirational series about people making positive changes in their lives. Great series that is more than worth your time."

JayTrotter2 | July 11, 2024

The Life Shift podcast is truly a gem!

"Matt Gilhooly is an exceptionally gracious host, guiding conversations with care and tact. Each episode dives deep into pivotal moments that have reshaped the lives of his guests, offering profound i…"

Nina Rodriguez, @griefandlight | Aug. 15, 2024
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The Life Shift Podcast

Candid conversations with people about the pivotal moments that changed their lives forever.

We all have our stories, but through these conversations, we discover communities. We learn that there are commonalities through the ups and downs that we all face. But most importantly, we learn that we are not alone. The Life Shift podcast highlights life-altering moments and humanizes the struggles and triumphs through them all.

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