Piece of Work with Danielle Tantone

Danielle Tantone
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Piece of Work with Danielle Tantone is a podcast about resilience, real life, and the messy, meaningful work of becoming who we’re meant to be. Hosted by nurse, author, and resilience coach Danielle Tantone, this show blends honest solo reflections with thoughtful conversations and interviews about life, health, healing, and growth — physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually. Through personal stories, real-time processing, and practical insight, Danielle explores the moments that shape us: relationships, parenting, recovery, identity shifts, purpose, and the courage it takes to keep evolving. If you’ve ever felt like both a Piece of Work and a Work in Progress, you’re in the right place. Because you are also a Work of Art, still unfolding...and you are not alone.  New episodes weekly on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon, and wherever you listen.

  1. 6D AGO

    No Limits, No House: Lessons from an Ultra Triathlete Who Did the Impossible

    What do you do when the opportunity of a lifetime lands in your lap — but you’re $20,000 in debt and the entry fee alone is $15,000? If you’re JD Tremblay, you sell your house. JD is an ultra triathlete, naturopathic practitioner, volunteer firefighter, and the founder of Hungry Warrior Academy — a high-performance program helping men grow physically, mentally, and spiritually.  In this episode, JD shares his journey from military service to competing in the EpicDeca: ten full Ironman-distance races across all six Hawaiian islands in ten days. Yes, you read that right. We talk about what it really takes to push past your limits, why discipline doesn’t have to feel like punishment, and the difference between feeling your emotions and being ruled by them. JD brings a grounded, faith-based, facts-first philosophy that’s as refreshing as it is challenging. Fair warning: this one will make you rethink every excuse you’ve ever made. If you want to connect with JD, check out HungryWarriorAcademy.com. And if this episode speaks to you, share it with someone who needs a little kick in the direction of their next big thing. Website Piece of Work, a Memoir Instagram Facebook TikTok

    37 min

  2. MAY 13

    Girl Drama Decoded: Understanding Conflict, Connection, and Confidence with Sheri Gazitt

    What if “girl drama” isn’t about mean girls—but about misunderstood emotions, unmet needs, and skills no one ever taught us? In this episode of Piece of Work, Danielle sits down with international friendship expert, speaker, and founder of Teen Wise, Sheri Gazitt. With over 30 years of experience helping girls navigate friendships, social anxiety, and the emotional rollercoaster of growing up, Sheri brings both insight and compassion to a topic that affects every family with daughters. Together, they unpack the truth behind “girl drama,” why it’s often mislabeled, and how parents can better support their daughters without dismissing, overreacting, or stepping in too quickly. Sheri shares her powerful LOVE framework—Listening, Offering advice, Validating emotions, and Empowering—and explains how these skills can transform not just teen friendships, but the parent-child relationship as well. The conversation also explores the growing loneliness epidemic among teens, the impact of social media on real connection, and why learning healthy friendship skills early matters more than ever. Whether you’re parenting a tween, a teen, or reflecting on your own friendship patterns, this episode offers practical tools, perspective shifts, and hope. In this episode, you’ll learn:  What “girl drama” really is (and why the term matters)  The 3 common ways parents unintentionally get it wrong  How to support your daughter without taking over  Why connection—not control—is the goal  How to build stronger, healthier friendships at any age Sheri is the author of Girl Drama Decoded: Empower Your Daughter Through the Ups and Downs of Girl Drama and Friendships and supports moms through her Mom Wise Collective. Website Piece of Work, a Memoir Instagram Facebook TikTok

    49 min

  3. MAY 6

    Marriage, Money & the Conversations Most Couples Avoid, with Lisa Zeiderman

    In this episode of Piece of Work, host Danielle Tantone sits down with Lisa Zeiderman to explore the complex, emotional, and often misunderstood world of marriage and divorce. A highly respected matrimonial attorney, Certified Divorce Financial Analyst, and Certified Financial Litigator, Lisa brings decades of experience handling high-stakes divorce cases involving complex finances, custody disputes, and pre- and post-nuptial agreements. Recognized by organizations like Crain’s New York Business and consistently named a Super Lawyer, Lisa is also a thought leader in the space—writing for Psychology Today, contributing to major publications like The New York Times and Forbes, and serving as Board Chair of Savvy Ladies, a nonprofit dedicated to helping women achieve financial independence. In this candid conversation, Danielle and Lisa go far beyond the legal process to unpack the real-life dynamics of relationships. They discuss why financial literacy is essential in marriage, how financial abuse can quietly take hold through control and lack of access, and why prenuptial agreements are becoming less about “planning for divorce” and more about creating transparency and alignment from the start. Lisa also shares insight into the emotional realities of divorce—from co-parenting and loss of control to the long-term truth that, when children are involved, your relationship with your ex doesn’t simply end. Drawing from both her professional expertise and personal experience, she offers a grounded, compassionate perspective on what it means to navigate separation while still building a healthy future. With her holistic approach—often collaborating with financial experts, mental health professionals, and other specialists—Lisa emphasizes that divorce is never just a legal event. It’s a life transition that impacts every layer of a person’s world. This episode is honest, insightful, and deeply human—perfect for anyone navigating marriage, divorce, or simply wanting to build more informed, empowered relationships. 👉 To learn more about Lisa, explore her articles, and access additional resources, visit her website: https://lisazeiderman.com/ Website Piece of Work, a Memoir Instagram Facebook TikTok

    48 min

  4. APR 29

    From Rock Bottom to Rebuilt: Addiction, Identity and Choosing to Rise with Heather Simco

    In this episode of Piece of Work, Danielle Tantone sits down with transformation coach and entrepreneur Heather Simco for a powerful conversation on resilience, reinvention, and what it really means to live a “sober-minded” life. Heather shares her journey from a self-made business owner to hitting rock bottom with alcohol, and ultimately rebuilding her life through recovery, faith, and purpose. With over a decade of sobriety and 20+ years in entrepreneurship, she now helps high-achieving women break free from burnout, addiction, and self-sabotage—mentally, physically, and emotionally. Together, Danielle and Heather explore the messy middle of transformation: navigating identity shifts, setting boundaries, outgrowing relationships, and finding your niche in both life and business. They also unpack the difference between therapy and coaching, the realities of addiction, and how to begin healing—whether you’re questioning your habits or ready for your next level. This episode is a reminder that growth isn’t about perfection—it’s about choosing, again and again, to rise. Website Piece of Work, a Memoir Instagram Facebook TikTok

    48 min

  5. APR 22

    Unpausing Your Marriage: Love, Disconnection and Finding Your Way Back to "We" with Dr. Lee Baucom

    A real conversation on connection, disconnection, and the quiet habits that either build or break a relationship In this episode of Piece of Work, Danielle sits down with marriage coach, author, and host of the Save the Marriage and Thriveology podcasts, Dr. Lee Baucom, for a conversation that feels less like an interview and more like two people trying to make sense of something we all wrestle with—love, connection, and what happens when it starts to slip. If you’ve ever wondered why some relationships fall apart while others find their way back, this one goes deeper than surface-level advice. They talk honestly about the “pause button” so many couples hit without realizing it, the difference between fitting in and truly belonging, and why communication isn’t always the real problem. They unpack what it actually looks like to be a “we” without losing yourself, how small moments of connection matter more than grand gestures, and why waiting for things to magically get better rarely works. There’s also space for nuance here—because Danielle doesn’t believe every marriage can or should be saved. She shares parts of her own experience and reflects on that tension of still believing in marriage while also knowing when something isn’t right. Dr. Lee has spent over two decades helping individuals and couples break through the patterns that keep them stuck, and his work is grounded in simple, practical ways to rebuild connection. You can learn more about his work at:  unpauseyourmarriage.com  savethemarriage.com This episode is for anyone who: Feels disconnected in their relationshipKeeps having the same conversations on repeatWonders if there’s still something worth rebuildingOr just wants a more honest, grounded perspective on love and commitmentIt’s not about perfection or quick fixes. It’s about understanding what’s really happening underneath—and deciding what you want to do with that. Listen in and ask yourself: Are we connected… or just going through the motions? Website Piece of Work, a Memoir Instagram Facebook TikTok

    1h 1m

  6. APR 15

    The Friendship Recession: Why Adult Friendship Feels So Hard

    Losing friendships, feeling lonely, and what it actually takes to build real connection as an adult. This episode is another personal one. Over the past few years, I’ve lost some friendships that I never expected to lose. And if I’m being honest, it’s been confusing, a little heartbreaking, and at times… really lonely. And I don’t think I’m the only one. Even as someone who is outgoing, social, and talks to people all day, I’ve felt the lack of real, consistent, close friendship in my life. The kind where you’re just doing life together. So in this episode, I’m talking about: Why friendship feels harder than it used toWhat’s actually changed (there’s real data behind this)What we can do to start creating connection againThis isn’t coming from someone who has it all figured out. I’m right in the middle of it too. If you’ve been feeling a little disconnected, a little lonely, or like you don’t quite have “your people” right now… I think this will resonate. Maybe this is your reminder to reach out… or to go first. Website Piece of Work, a Memoir Instagram Facebook TikTok

    22 min

  7. APR 8

    What We’re Carrying: Parenting, Business, and Medicare with Brian McArthur

    Running a business. Parenting teenagers. Caring for clients. Trying to stay healthy and present through all of it. In this episode, I’m joined by my friend and colleague Brian McArthur, owner of Design My Medicare, for a conversation that starts with Medicare and turns into something much bigger. We talk about what it means to carry a lot at once in this season of life—raising teenagers, coming off a stressful work season, thinking about health and aging, and trying to be intentional about how we show up for the people who need us. We also get into some important Medicare conversation, including: why the Medicare enrollment season is so intensethe difference between Medicare Supplement and Medicare Advantage planswhy neither option is the “villain”how our different business models shape the clients we serveand why Medicare can still be good news, even when the system feels complicatedThis one is part personal reflection, part business conversation, and part practical Medicare education. If you’re parenting teens, building something, feeling the weight of midlife, or trying to make sense of Medicare for yourself or someone you love, I think you’ll find something here. Website Piece of Work, a Memoir Instagram Facebook TikTok

    54 min

  8. APR 1

    Three Marriages, Three Divorces: What I’ve Learned

    A personal look at what three marriages and three divorces taught me about love, responsibility, and choosing peace over conflict. I’ve been married three times… and divorced three times. That’s not something I say lightly—and definitely not something I got right. But it is something I’ve learned a lot from. In this episode, I’m sharing a more personal perspective on divorce. Not from a place of having done it perfectly, and not as advice that applies to every situation—but simply what I’ve learned from living it. I talk through each of my marriages and what ultimately led to those relationships ending, including: getting married young and realizing it wasn’t the right fittrying to become someone I wasn’t in order to make a marriage workstaying too long in a relationship that wasn’t healthyand the moment I realized I couldn’t let the next 10 years look like the last 10But more than anything, this episode is about how I chose to walk through divorce. Why I didn’t want it to be a fight. Why I chose flexibility over being right. And how that decision has shaped my relationships with my exes—especially as co-parents. I also talk about what it looks like now: navigating life with shared historyco-parenting through hard seasonsand in one case, maintaining a genuine friendship that still exists todayThis isn’t a conversation about whether divorce is right or wrong. And it’s not a one-size-fits-all approach. It’s just an honest reflection on love, responsibility, growth… and what it means to move forward without destroying each other in the process. Website Piece of Work, a Memoir Instagram Facebook TikTok

    21 min
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Piece of Work with Danielle Tantone is a podcast about resilience, real life, and the messy, meaningful work of becoming who we’re meant to be. Hosted by nurse, author, and resilience coach Danielle Tantone, this show blends honest solo reflections with thoughtful conversations and interviews about life, health, healing, and growth — physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually. Through personal stories, real-time processing, and practical insight, Danielle explores the moments that shape us: relationships, parenting, recovery, identity shifts, purpose, and the courage it takes to keep evolving. If you’ve ever felt like both a Piece of Work and a Work in Progress, you’re in the right place. Because you are also a Work of Art, still unfolding...and you are not alone.  New episodes weekly on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon, and wherever you listen.

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