Its My Time Podcast

Asher Tchoua
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It's My Time Podcast is where everyday people share the stories behind their biggest life transitions—career changes, identity shifts, loss, growth, and reinvention. Hosted by Asher Tchoua, each conversation goes deep without agenda, honoring the messy, beautiful, human experience of change. Whether you're in transition now or supporting someone who is, these stories remind you: You're not stuck. You're becoming. New episodes every Thursday.

  1. Who You Are Beyond the Stats — Life Lessons with Matt Suits | IMTP 265

    6D AGO

    Who You Are Beyond the Stats — Life Lessons with Matt Suits | IMTP 265

    What happens when two people from the same hometown reconnect years later, carrying very different lives — yet the same foundational lessons? In this episode of It’s My Time Podcast, Asher sits down with longtime friend Matt Suits to reflect on growing up in Dalton, Georgia, the role football played in shaping their identities, and how faith, work, and rest have evolved over time. Matt shares how football taught him lessons that had nothing to do with the stat sheet — understanding your role, showing up with effort, and contributing even when no one notices. Together, they explore identity beyond performance, confidence rooted in authenticity, and what it means to let go of fear-based motivation in favor of relationship, purpose, and joy. From college football stories to faith journeys, community, and learning when to rest, this conversation is a reminder that growth isn’t always about doing more — sometimes it’s about becoming more honest with who you already are. 🎧 Tune in for a real, reflective conversation about life, legacy, and staying connected.

    58 min
  2. Design the Business So It Doesn’t Break You | Amanda Gustafson | IMTP 264

    JAN 16

    Design the Business So It Doesn’t Break You | Amanda Gustafson | IMTP 264

    In this episode of It’s My Time Podcast, Asher sits down with Amanda Gustafson, a systems-minded consultant who helps small business owners reduce risk, clarify their operations, and design businesses that don’t rely entirely on them to survive. What starts as a casual reconnection turns into a wide-ranging conversation about entrepreneurship, personality assessments, systems thinking, regional culture, mental health, and what it really means to build something sustainable. Amanda shares her journey from higher education and Salesforce consulting into helping business owners untangle processes that only exist in someone’s head — and why slowing down is often the fastest way forward. Asher opens up about career pivots, therapy, burnout, identity, and learning that you don’t have to “fix yourself” before building a meaningful life and business. This episode is for: Entrepreneurs feeling stuck in their own business Thoughtful professionals who don’t fit hustle culture Anyone navigating change, growth, and self-trust 🎯 Key Takeaway: You’re not broken — systems, clarity, and support can change everything.

    1h 3m
  3. It Feels Good to Breathe

    JAN 8

    It Feels Good to Breathe

    Episode 263 of It’s My Time Podcast features a powerful conversation with Alan Jermarc Stubbs—one rooted in reflection, accountability, and action. Asher and Alan discuss: Why some volunteer and nonprofit organizations fail to live up to their potential The difference between personal growth and chasing validation Leadership, accountability, and the coaching industry’s blind spots Fitness as discipline, healing, and identity Bodybuilding, jiu-jitsu, boxing, and the mindset required to commit Faith, prayer, and the responsibility to act Turning pain into purpose without exploiting it Why consistency beats charisma every time Alan shares his journey as a police officer, his commitment to fitness inspired by his late mother, and his vision for building something real—physically, spiritually, and professionally. This episode isn’t about hype. It’s about doing the work. 🎙️ Part one of an ongoing conversation.

    56 min
  4. Above Ground = Still Young: Mental Health, Marriage & Legacy with Eugene & Donna Perry - IMTP #262

    JAN 1

    Above Ground = Still Young: Mental Health, Marriage & Legacy with Eugene & Donna Perry - IMTP #262

    In this powerful New Year conversation, Asher sits down with Eugene and Donna Perry of Young People Nation to talk about mental health, marriage, faith, finances, and legacy. With over 40 years of marriage, the Perrys share raw, honest stories about healing, counseling, faith, parenting, and why mental health is not a taboo topic — it’s a life-saving one. From community impact to financial wisdom, from marriage transparency to mental wellness, this episode reminds us that as long as you’re above ground, you’re still young — and there is always hope. Scripture Reference: Romans 15:13 Reminder: You are not alone. Help exists. Healing is possible.

    1h 7m
  5. Leadership Isn’t Louder — It’s Clearer | Dr. Coach Patrick Ivey on Refinement, Recovery & Respect | IMTP 261

    12/25/2025

    Leadership Isn’t Louder — It’s Clearer | Dr. Coach Patrick Ivey on Refinement, Recovery & Respect | IMTP 261

    In Episode 261, Asher reconnects with Dr. PI, a leader at the University of Louisville who recently moved from strength & conditioning coaching into administration. This conversation explores leadership, communication, and the perspective shifts that come after disruption. Dr. PI shares reflections on his recent promotion, his new office, and the season of life he's entered—one focused on refinement rather than accumulation. He opens up about a serious motorcycle accident that happened last year and how the recovery process became a mental, spiritual, and emotional turning point. We talk about: • Why this stage of life is about refining, not adding • What a motorcycle accident revealed about priorities • How to collaborate with professionals under pressure (even when you have knowledge) • The importance of respecting others' expertise, especially in crisis • Learning from athletes as a coach (it's a two-way street) • Reading body language and knowing when to stop talking • Why careers aren't always straight lines—sometimes they loop • The urgent/important matrix for decision-making • Why coaches need coaches (everyone needs advisors) • Navigating unexpected career shifts (like daily conversations with lawyers) Key Quote: "Earlier in our careers, it's about conquering, growing, adding, multiplying. At this stage, it's about refining. How do I make my processes, my thought patterns, my conversations, my relationships better?" This episode isn't about wins and losses. It's about how leaders think, how they communicate, and how they show up under pressure. If you're in a season of refinement, navigating recovery, or learning to lead with grace—this conversation is for you. Connect with Dr. PI: University of Louisville Athletics Subscribe to It's My Time Podcast for weekly conversations with everyday people doing extraordinary things.

    39 min
  6. Bryan Sartin: Highway Engineer & Resilience | IMTP #260

    12/18/2025

    Bryan Sartin: Highway Engineer & Resilience | IMTP #260

    Episode 260: Bryan Sartin - Highway Engineer Bryan divides his life into two parts: before and after May 9, 2005. Before that date included instability across four states and abandonment at 15. After that date, his grandparents provided the stability that led to a 14-year career designing America's infrastructure. Topics discussed: • Why infrastructure projects take decades to complete • The engineering shortage creating unexpected opportunities • His journey from geotechnical to highway engineering • Remote work on Georgia DOT projects from North Carolina • The "two-year rule" for new graduates • Bridge replacements and the 1950s infrastructure crisis Bryan's advice: "Stick it out for two years minimum. I felt like a total idiot my first nine months. Now I design the roads you drive daily." Currently living in Mebane, NC, Bryan works on bridge replacements and intersection improvements while collecting highway signs from his projects. Connect: Instagram @bsizzle IT'S MY TIME PODCAST Host: Asher Tchoua Episode 260 of 270+ Subscribe on your favorite platform

    46 min
  7. Marvelously Mediocre: How Self-Awareness Beats Perfection | Bradston Henry | IMTP 259

    12/11/2025

    Marvelously Mediocre: How Self-Awareness Beats Perfection | Bradston Henry | IMTP 259

    Episode 259: Bradston Henry - Marvelously Mediocre and Thriving After 13 years, I sit down with Bradston Henry, a Georgia Tech engineering graduate who's mastered the art of being "good enough" at everything—and why that's actually a superpower. From his Jamaican engineering family roots to surviving Georgia Tech's brutal curriculum, to pivoting from mechanical engineering to programming, Bradston's journey proves that self-awareness beats perfectionism every time. We discuss: • The "fastest on JV, slowest on Varsity" philosophy • Why AI is basically "trust me, bro" (problematic for bridges) • How engineering trauma bonds last forever • The unexpected path from break-dancing to programming • Why engineers make great storytellers • Preparing for fatherhood while building careers Plus: Why Georgia Tech prepares you for anything life throws at you (because nothing will ever be that intense again). Connect with Bradston: LinkedIn: Bradston Henry Podcast: Semantics (Theme-antics) IT'S MY TIME PODCAST Share your transition: speak@itsmytimepodcast.com

    52 min
  8. From Mud Pit to Modern Campus | Dr. Susan Burns on Engineering, Education, and Evolution | IMTP #258

    12/04/2025

    From Mud Pit to Modern Campus | Dr. Susan Burns on Engineering, Education, and Evolution | IMTP #258

    Episode 258 features Dr. Susan Burns, Professor of Civil Engineering at Georgia Tech and my former geotechnical engineering professor. In this reunion conversation, Dr. Burns shares her journey from a NASA engineer's daughter to becoming a beloved educator and administrator at one of the nation's top engineering schools. We discuss: • Growing up in a science-oriented family (NASA father, chemist mother) • The evolution of Georgia Tech from "harsh" to nurturing • Why civil engineering is a people-serving profession • The importance of mentorship in engineering • Her current role as interim AVP for Research • How alumni donations transformed Tech's campus Dr. Burns reminds us that engineering isn't just about structures and calculations—it's about relationships, service, and preparing the next generation to literally hold lives in their hands. A genuine conversation about transitions in academia, engineering, and life. #Engineering #Education #GeorgiaTech

    35 min
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It's My Time Podcast is where everyday people share the stories behind their biggest life transitions—career changes, identity shifts, loss, growth, and reinvention. Hosted by Asher Tchoua, each conversation goes deep without agenda, honoring the messy, beautiful, human experience of change. Whether you're in transition now or supporting someone who is, these stories remind you: You're not stuck. You're becoming. New episodes every Thursday.

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  • Creator
    Asher Tchoua
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2026
  • Episodes
    561
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Asher Tchoua
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    Its My Time Podcast