WHEN Stories

Wendy Babcock

WHEN Everything Changed...Welcome to the WHEN Stories Podcast, where we celebrate the moments that change everything. Hosted by Wendy Babcock, this podcast features real-life stories of triumph, resilience, and transformation from people who have faced pivotal moments in their lives. Each episode dives deep into personal journeys, revealing powerful lessons and inspiring insights that can guide and motivate you on your own path. Tune in to hear heartfelt narratives that will move you, inspire you, and remind you of the incredible strength of the human spirit. Whether it's overcoming obstacles, finding purpose, or achieving dreams, the WHEN Stories Podcast is your go-to source for authentic, uplifting stories that resonate. Join us as we share these incredible tales and explore the impact of those defining moments that shape who we are. Subscribe now and be a part of our journey to inspire, heal, and ignite change, one story at a time.*These stories are from the WHEN Stories stage.  To learn more or to tell your story...http://whenstories.com

  1. Linda Eskay | Freeing Our Children, Freeing Ourselves | WHEN Stories™

    2D AGO

    Linda Eskay | Freeing Our Children, Freeing Ourselves | WHEN Stories™

    Send us a text TW: This inspiring story may include sensitive topics or experiences that could be triggering for some individuals. Viewer discretion is advised. #whenstories When everything changed, it happened in a pediatrician’s office. One sentence — “He needs to program the suicide prevention hotline into his phone” — flipped everything this mom thought she knew about mental health, parenting, and prevention. In this powerful WHEN Stories™ talk, Linda Eskay shares how that moment led her to uncover why traditional “prevention” often fails — and how understanding biology, human design, and the identity gap can truly protect our children. This isn’t another talk about teen anxiety or suicide awareness… it’s about real prevention, real solutions, and freeing our kids — before they reach the edge. ✨ Learn how aligning parenting with neuroscience and natural design can shift your family from survival mode to connection, calm, and joy. Freeing Ourselves, Freeing Our Children Linda Eskay is a paradigm disruptor, transformational coach, and international speaker who helps parents, teens, and twentysomethings create clarity out of chaos in today’s anxiety-filled world. Drawing from her expertise in psychology, neuroscience, human potential, and conscious parenting, she challenges outdated systems and beliefs that leave families overwhelmed and disconnected. With a gift for seeing beyond surface struggles to the deeper patterns shaping behavior, Linda helps young people and their families break free from limiting conditioning. Her work equips the next generation with tools to build resilience, restore harmony at home, and thrive in uncertain times. We’re living in unprecedented times — and Linda shows why we need unprecedented solutions. https://linktr.ee/lindaeskay   / linda-eskay-b601b7167    / linda.eskay.3  SPONSORED BY:  Crash Design Co. (Kristin Adkins) Thank you for tuning in to the WHEN Stories Podcast, where we explore the transformative moments that redefine our lives. Stay connected with us for more inspiring stories from speakers who’ve turned pivotal challenges into powerful platforms. Don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode with someone who needs it. Want to share your story or learn more about our upcoming events and opportunities? Visit whenstories.com or follow us on social media. Let your voice be heard. Your story matters.

    40 min
  2. Linda Grizely | Everything About Tenacity Is Wrong | WHEN Stories™

    DEC 15

    Linda Grizely | Everything About Tenacity Is Wrong | WHEN Stories™

    Send us a text TW: This inspiring story may include sensitive topics or experiences that could be triggering for some individuals. Viewer discretion is advised. #whenstories Everything About Tenacity Is Wrong When everything changed, Linda wasn’t in crisis—she was having a conversation with an AI chatbot. That single sentence it gave her became a mirror, revealing how quietly she’d learned to live small. Her talk, The Art of Tenacity, is a powerful reflection on reinvention, resilience, and giving yourself permission to begin again. Linda reminds us that starting over isn’t failure—it’s forward motion. 🎙️ Part of the WHEN Stories™ Experience — where women share their When Everything Changed moments and turn them into legacy. Linda Grizely is a personal finance expert, financial wellness speaker, money coach, and creator of the MeMoney™ method—a permission-based approach to budgeting that puts you back on the financial priority list. She helps women move from shame and confusion into clarity and confidence—without judgment or lecture. Her work centers on a simple truth: You can’t build a life you love on a budget you hate™. Through courses, talks, coaching, and her podcast, she teaches women how to get intentional with money in a way that feels safe, empowering, and doable. Linda is known for her calm clarity and her ability to make even the most overwhelmed person feel seen, capable, and hopeful. She meets clients where they are—with compassion, not pressure. Her voice is deeply grounded in lived experience: from becoming a single mom at 16, to navigating midlife divorce, remarriage, and a blended family, to building a life that aligns with her values. Professionally, she’s launched multiple businesses, reinvented herself many times, and walked away from high-paying roles in pursuit of something more honest and whole. Today, she helps women stop putting themselves last—financially and emotionally—so they can reclaim confidence in their money, their choices, and their future. In her free time, she enjoys singing mediocre karaoke, sucking at golf, and excelling at soaking up the sun. Website: https://www.LindaGriz.com Instagram:   / lindagrizely  Facebook: Thank you for tuning in to the WHEN Stories Podcast, where we explore the transformative moments that redefine our lives. Stay connected with us for more inspiring stories from speakers who’ve turned pivotal challenges into powerful platforms. Don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode with someone who needs it. Want to share your story or learn more about our upcoming events and opportunities? Visit whenstories.com or follow us on social media. Let your voice be heard. Your story matters.

    30 min
  3. Susan LePlae Miller | Living My Values Out Loud | WHEN Stories™

    DEC 8

    Susan LePlae Miller | Living My Values Out Loud | WHEN Stories™

    Send us a text TW: This inspiring story may include sensitive topics or experiences that could be triggering for some individuals. Viewer discretion is advised. #whenstories Living My Values Out Loud:  The Power of Choice and Voice: When everything changed, Susan was sitting in a dark office—questioning her purpose after years of success. Her story is about rediscovering her worth, rebuilding community, and choosing values over validation. From walking away from a promotion after 9/11 to helping others find their voice during the pandemic, Susan reminds us that real change starts with small, values-based actions. 💡 “Know your value. Live your values.” Susan LePlae Miller is a strategic partnerships leader, speaker, and consultant with 30+ years of experience driving action, collaboration, and innovation across healthcare, technology, and nonprofit sectors. As Founder of Pieces of I, she empowers organizations to align mission, vision, and values through consulting, workshops, and speaking. She has secured more than 300 partnerships, advanced patient engagement initiatives, and built programs that strengthen organizational culture and impact. Beyond consulting, Susan is an author and poet, co-authoring Mission Hope: Thriving Through Seasons of the Soul, Culture Impact: Strategies to Create World-Changing Workplaces, and Be You More: Live Your ValYous. Guided by her mantra, “Know your value, live your values,” Susan helps leaders and teams move from awareness to action, sparking collaboration, innovation, and lasting change. Email:  Susan@piecesofi.com Website:  https://www.piecesofi.com/ LinkedIn:    / susan-lep.  . Instagram:    / piecesofillc  X:    / piecesofi  Facebook:  Thank you for tuning in to the WHEN Stories Podcast, where we explore the transformative moments that redefine our lives. Stay connected with us for more inspiring stories from speakers who’ve turned pivotal challenges into powerful platforms. Don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode with someone who needs it. Want to share your story or learn more about our upcoming events and opportunities? Visit whenstories.com or follow us on social media. Let your voice be heard. Your story matters.

    41 min
  4. Brittany Brandt | The Girl Under the Hat | WHEN Stories™

    DEC 1

    Brittany Brandt | The Girl Under the Hat | WHEN Stories™

    Send us a text TW: This inspiring story may include sensitive topics or experiences that could be triggering for some individuals. Viewer discretion is advised. #whenstories When everything changed… she picked up the clippers. After decades of hiding bald spots, battling trichotillomania, and living with the scars of childhood trauma, Brittany, made a life-altering choice — to shave her head and set herself free. In this powerful WHEN Stories™ talk, she opens up about growing up in abuse, living with shame, and learning to love herself again — not despite her differences, but because of them. Her story is one of healing, faith, and courage — proving that beauty, worthiness, and freedom begin when we stop hiding who we are. 🎧 Watch to the end for a moment that will change how you see self-acceptance forever. Brittany Brandt is a Janesville native and the founder and CEO of 2B Consulting Co., where she helps small businesses and nonprofits grow through authentic marketing, storytelling, and strategy. With over 15 years of marketing experience, 2B Consulting Co specializes in graphic design, digital marketing, web building, social media, and much more. A speaker, writer, and coach, Brittany blends her professional expertise with her own journey of resilience, sobriety, and healing to empower others to show up with confidence and clarity. She is currently writing multiple books, including Your Story is Your Strategy: A Holistic Approach to Marketing, and creating courses that teach entrepreneurs how to market with heart. Deeply rooted in her community, Brittany also builds spaces like EnVision, an entrepreneur mastermind and The Butterfly Room to connect and uplift others. As a single mom of three, she leads with compassion, creativity, and faith, reminding people that their story is not just worth telling, it’s the very strategy that sets them apart. Facebook:   / 1fqlhcwf11  TikTok & Instagram: @healing_britt Www.2bconsultingco.com Video Production by MKE Video SPONSORED BY: Crash Design Co. (Kristin Adkins) http://crashdesign.co WHEN Stories:  Thank you for tuning in to the WHEN Stories Podcast, where we explore the transformative moments that redefine our lives. Stay connected with us for more inspiring stories from speakers who’ve turned pivotal challenges into powerful platforms. Don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode with someone who needs it. Want to share your story or learn more about our upcoming events and opportunities? Visit whenstories.com or follow us on social media. Let your voice be heard. Your story matters.

    35 min
  5. Kelly White | Breaking Cycles Through Honest Conversation | WHEN Stories™

    NOV 24

    Kelly White | Breaking Cycles Through Honest Conversation | WHEN Stories™

    Send us a text TW: This inspiring story may include sensitive topics or experiences that could be triggering for some individuals. Viewer discretion is advised. #whenstories Breaking Cycles Through Honest Conversation: When everything changed, it was a Friday in November 2012 — the day Kelly discovered her daughter Abigail had a plan to take her own life. What began as a moment of heartbreak became a decade-long journey of healing, understanding, and unshakable love. Together, Kelly and Abigail walked through therapy, tears, and transformation — emerging not just as mother and daughter, but as best friends and business partners. Kelly’s story is a powerful reminder that mental health challenges don’t define us — connection does. 💜 🎙️ Part of the WHEN Stories™ Experience — where women share their When Everything Changed moments and turn them into legacy. In 2012, Kelly discovered the power of the mother-daughter relationship when she learned that her daughter, Abigail, had a plan to take her own life. This experience launched Kelly and Abigail on a journey of learning and growth, navigating the mental health arena, and developing strong communication skills. Kelly is now a passionate advocate for sharing the lessons she and Abigail have learned on this journey. She is the co-founder of The Mother Daughter Journey, Certified C.O.A.C.H. Principals Conversation Specialist Teaching Partner,Classroom Behavior Specialist, speaker, author, co-creator, and producer of The Mother Daughter Journey Podcast. She is a wife of 36 years, a girl mom, grandmother, puppy parent, music lover, and self-proclaimed travel addict. Car rides are considered concerts featuring herself. When Kelly isn’t working with her students or clients, you will most likely find her outside experiencing nature and soaking up some vitamin D. https://themotherdaughterjourney.com/        / kellywhitespeaks    / the.md.journey  Thank you for tuning in to the WHEN Stories Podcast, where we explore the transformative moments that redefine our lives. Stay connected with us for more inspiring stories from speakers who’ve turned pivotal challenges into powerful platforms. Don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode with someone who needs it. Want to share your story or learn more about our upcoming events and opportunities? Visit whenstories.com or follow us on social media. Let your voice be heard. Your story matters.

    35 min
  6. Brittany Nyenhuis | Love Your Mess | WHEN Stories™

    NOV 17

    Brittany Nyenhuis | Love Your Mess | WHEN Stories™

    Send us a text TW: This inspiring story may include sensitive topics or experiences that could be triggering for some individuals. Viewer discretion is advised. #whenstories Love Your Mess When everything changed… she chose herself. After years of being the “good girl” who did everything right — the career, the family, the expectations — Brittany hit a breaking point. A text message ended a friendship, but began a reckoning. It forced her to see that she’d spent a lifetime fighting for space in everyone else’s world… and had forgotten to make room for herself in her own. In this raw, powerful WHEN Stories™ talk, Brittany shares how she stopped performing for approval and started living for alignment. Through heartbreak, career shifts, therapy, and courage, she discovered that clarity doesn’t come from perfection — it comes from the mess. ✨ Watch this talk if you’ve ever felt unseen, burned out, or afraid to trust your intuition. This is a story of emotional agility, self-worth, and loving your mess — because that’s where transformation begins. Brittany Nyenhuis is a visionary strategist, movement builder, and mother of three who blends corporate clarity with radical compassion. As the founder of Human Element Consulting and Love Your Mess, she operates at the intersection of policy, purpose, and personal transformation—helping both organizations and individuals rise with integrity. Born and raised in Wisconsin and still proudly rooted there, Brittany brings Midwestern grit and grace to everything she does. Through Human Element Consulting, she partners with small to mid-sized businesses to build people-first workplaces. Her expertise spans inclusive HR frameworks, compliance strategy, and leadership coaching—all grounded in the belief that the human element isn’t a liability, it’s the greatest asset. Her second venture, Love Your Mess, is a soul-led platform and movement that empowers women to reclaim their truth, challenge societal norms, and embrace unapologetic self-expression. It’s a space where belief meets emotional agility, and where vulnerability becomes a superpower. Brittany’s coaching, content, and community-building efforts invite women to rise—not in perfection, but in authenticity. Whether she’s guiding a CEO through a culture shift or helping a woman rediscover her voice, Brittany leads with emotional depth, strategic clarity, and a fierce commitment to transformation. Her work is rooted in lived experience, spiritual wisdom, and a belief that our mess isn’t something to hide—it’s the birthplace of our brave decisions and our magic. Business Links www.humanelementconsulting.com www.loveyourmess.org www.brittanybong.com Social Media Links/Handles LinkedIn:   / brittany-nyenhui Thank you for tuning in to the WHEN Stories Podcast, where we explore the transformative moments that redefine our lives. Stay connected with us for more inspiring stories from speakers who’ve turned pivotal challenges into powerful platforms. Don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode with someone who needs it. Want to share your story or learn more about our upcoming events and opportunities? Visit whenstories.com or follow us on social media. Let your voice be heard. Your story matters.

    38 min
  7. Angela Gorske | The Burning Phoenix is Reborn | WHEN Stories™

    NOV 10

    Angela Gorske | The Burning Phoenix is Reborn | WHEN Stories™

    Send us a text TW: This inspiring story may include sensitive topics or experiences that could be triggering for some individuals. Viewer discretion is advised. #whenstories The Burning Phoenix is Reborn When everything changed, Angela was flat on her back, praying. What followed was not thunder… but planting. In this powerful talk, Angela shares how a single night of honest prayer revealed the truth she’d been avoiding: she fought harder for others than she ever did for herself. Through divine conversation and self-discovery, she unlearned the label “lesser,” embraced her worth, and began teaching others a new way to communicate—with grace, understanding, and purpose. This is a story about purpose over approval, faith over fear, and learning that sometimes the soil you resist is the soil you were intended for. 🌱 🎙️ Watch Angela’s transformative WHEN Story from the live theatre stage — part of the WHEN Stories™ Experience, where women share their “When Everything Changed” moments and turn them into legacy. 👉 Subscribe for more life-changing stories of resilience, faith, and visibility. Angela is a former teacher with a unique and powerful perspective, specializing in working with students of all ages who have experienced trauma or are neurodiverse. Her personal and professional experiences have given her a rare ability to help others see the inherent value and worth in people in new and meaningful ways. This deep empathy and insight will not only help you grow as a person, but also transform how you connect with others. Angela is known for her ability to build lasting relationships with families, a skill that has consistently led to positive outcomes. As an educator, she was able to achieve high test scores with low student stress, and her innovative methods focused on cultivating responsibility and empathy in her students. Now, as a speaker, mompreneur, trainer, life doula, and travel agent, Angela is dedicated to strengthening families and communities through innovative methods that bridge generational divides. Blessed Daughter of Allah Llc https://sites.google.com/u/3/d/1vURSE... #WHENStories #FaithJourney #ChristianMotivation #PurposeDrivenLife #WomenOfFaith #SelfWorth #InspirationalStories Thank you for tuning in to the WHEN Stories Podcast, where we explore the transformative moments that redefine our lives. Stay connected with us for more inspiring stories from speakers who’ve turned pivotal challenges into powerful platforms. Don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode with someone who needs it. Want to share your story or learn more about our upcoming events and opportunities? Visit whenstories.com or follow us on social media. Let your voice be heard. Your story matters.

    36 min
  8. Joe Herr | Logan's Heart and Smiles | WHEN Stories™

    NOV 3

    Joe Herr | Logan's Heart and Smiles | WHEN Stories™

    Send us a text TW: This inspiring story may include sensitive topics or experiences that could be triggering for some individuals. Viewer discretion is advised. #whenstories Logan's Heart and Smiles ✨ WHEN: Joe Herr — Logan’s Heart & Smiles ✨ When everything changed, Joe turned heartbreak into hope. After losing his son Logan, who was born with cerebral palsy, Joe founded Logan’s Heart & Smiles — a nonprofit dedicated to helping children with disabilities live safely and comfortably at home. Since 2002, Joe and his team have built over 250 ramps, fences, and home modifications across Wisconsin — proving that love can truly build anything. ❤️ 🎙️ Watch Joe’s inspiring WHEN Story — a powerful reminder that even through loss, purpose can rise. Joe Herr | Founder, Logan’s Heart & Smiles Joe Herr is the heart and soul behind Logan’s Heart and Smiles, a Wisconsin-based nonprofit dedicated to improving homes and inspiring hope for children with disabilities. When Joe’s son, Logan, was born with cerebral palsy, he knew there was a purpose behind the challenges they faced—he just didn’t know what it was yet. That purpose revealed itself when Logan received his first wheelchair, and Joe discovered there were no funding sources or organizations focused on building ramps for children like his son. Using his own money and construction skills, he built a simple ramp so Logan could safely get in and out of their home. After Logan passed away, Joe understood why their journey mattered: it was meant to help others. Within six months of Logan’s death, he built his first ramp for another family—and Logan’s Heart and Smiles was born. “Heart” because Logan had one bigger than his body, and “Smiles” because his joy could light up any room. Since its founding in 2002, Joe’s organization has helped more than 250 children across Wisconsin through ramps, fences, handrails, bathroom adaptations, and other accessibility modifications—each project built with love, compassion, and community spirit. In 2024, Joe became full-time paid staff as the organization continues to expand its reach and impact. Guided by the belief that every child deserves safety, dignity, and independence, Joe has built far more than ramps—he’s built a legacy of kindness, resilience, and hope that continues to change lives every day. Joe is a true beacon of love and compassion, proving that even through loss, purpose can rise—and that when hearts unite, smiles last forever. Website: https://logansheartandsmiles.org/ Facebook:  Thank you for tuning in to the WHEN Stories Podcast, where we explore the transformative moments that redefine our lives. Stay connected with us for more inspiring stories from speakers who’ve turned pivotal challenges into powerful platforms. Don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode with someone who needs it. Want to share your story or learn more about our upcoming events and opportunities? Visit whenstories.com or follow us on social media. Let your voice be heard. Your story matters.

    38 min

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WHEN Everything Changed...Welcome to the WHEN Stories Podcast, where we celebrate the moments that change everything. Hosted by Wendy Babcock, this podcast features real-life stories of triumph, resilience, and transformation from people who have faced pivotal moments in their lives. Each episode dives deep into personal journeys, revealing powerful lessons and inspiring insights that can guide and motivate you on your own path. Tune in to hear heartfelt narratives that will move you, inspire you, and remind you of the incredible strength of the human spirit. Whether it's overcoming obstacles, finding purpose, or achieving dreams, the WHEN Stories Podcast is your go-to source for authentic, uplifting stories that resonate. Join us as we share these incredible tales and explore the impact of those defining moments that shape who we are. Subscribe now and be a part of our journey to inspire, heal, and ignite change, one story at a time.*These stories are from the WHEN Stories stage.  To learn more or to tell your story...http://whenstories.com