Katy Hansell: The Impact Whisperer™ podcast

Creator/ Host Katy Hansell: The Impact Whisperer™

If you ever wonder how to be more impactful, this is the podcast for you! We give you the inspiration and the blueprint to make the impact you care about. We help you identify and achieve your positive impact for the people, causes, and communities that have captured your heart. We amplify the top global voices of established and Gen-Z emerging leaders who are activating and advocating for collective impact movements! Creator/ Host Katy Hansell, aka The Impact Whisperer™, is a globally recognized (Top 10), award-winning expert impact coach & strategic advisor guiding orgs to make impact!

  1. Embracing Your "BrainHealth" with Laura Bloom Gordon

    1h ago ·  Video

    Embracing Your "BrainHealth" with Laura Bloom Gordon

    Discover practical strategies to unlock the power of your brain and enhance your brain health, reduce age related brain decline, and realize your full potential.  UT Dallas Center for BrainHealth Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) Laura Bloom Gordon shares her resilient journey with brain health, science-backed tips, and innovative programs that anyone can adopt to thrive mentally and emotionally. In season 2 episode 11 of Katy Hansell: The Impact Whisperer™ podcast, we discuss the amazing science that supports how you can do daily exercises to strengthen your brain and in some cases, even reverse age related brain decline that begins as early as age 30.  Main Topics: *The incredible potential of the human brain to be rewired and strengthened *The impact of mental health challenges, personal resilience, and brain science *Practical, science-backed habits to optimize brain performance and longevity Legendary marketing powerhouse Laura Bloom Gordon shares how her unique journey with brain health has been affected by the mental health challenges of her older brother Donald and how she lost both her brother and her husband Aaron, the love of her life, to the ravages of mental illness. She shares a powerful moment of impact when she and her husband Aaron decided that they needed to pack everything up and move from Chicago to Dallas to support the learning journey for one of their sons who had been diagnosed with learning differences. She views her work at the UT Dallas Center for BrainHealth as coming full circle and eagerly invests in sharing all the things we can do at any age to strengthen our brain through simple daily practices. With a fabled marketing career in the top positions at The Dallas Morning News, 7-11, Laura has helped many organizations transform at the critical moment of disruption and is a master at innovation.  Creator/ Host Katy Hansell, aka "The Impact Whisperer", is a globally recognized (Top 10), award-winning expert impact coach, strategic advisor to founders, and Board Director, known for guiding 500+ clients across 3 continents to make the impact they care about.  Please subscribe so you don't miss any top global voices sharing how they activate and advocate for the people, causes, and communities that have captured their hearts!!  Key Topics: -The importance of brain strength and rewiring potential at any age -Critical misconceptions about brain decline and Neuroplasticity -Simple daily habits to boost brain blood flow and cognitive function -The role of compassion, connection, and emotional balance in brain health -How to measure and improve your brain health with the Brain Health Index and ongoing research -The power of adaptation, curiosity, and resilience in personal growth -Impact of mental health challenges within families and breaking stigma -Practical tips for stress management, mindfulness, and social connection -The innovative Brain Health Project's approach to personalized brain optimization -The significance of early intervention, self-advocacy, and self-awareness in learning differences Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to Laura Bloom Gordon 04:04 Laura’s Moment of Impact  05:07 Why Traditional Classrooms Are Built for Sameness 06:59 Navigating Learning Differences as a Parent 08:36 Leaving Chicago to Find the Right School 10:30 The Power of Early Intervention and Self-Advocacy 14:15 Growing Up With a Brother Who Had Schizophrenia 16:02 Caregiving, Mental Illness, and Family Resilience 20:00 How Donald Shaped Laura's Perspective on Life 23:16 Grief, Loss, and Honoring Donald's and Aaron's Legacy 24:34 Why Brain Health Matters to Everyone 30:17 Eight Lessons Learned About the Brain and Human Potential 34:49 Relationships, Connection, and Understanding Differences 40:01 Adaptability as the Most Important Modern Superpower 43:52 The Science of Brain Health and Cognitive Aging 46:59 Can You Actually Strengthen Your Brain? 49:50 Groundbreaking Research and the BrainHealth Project 58:00 Sleep, Stress, and Protecting Cognitive Performance 01:01:42 What Gives Laura Hope 01:02:55 Closing Thoughts Final Takeaway: Every individual has the capacity to strengthen and rewire their brain. Embracing curiosity, self-awareness, and adaptive habits are key to lifelong cognitive vitality and happiness. Start today—your brain’s best version awaits. #neuroscience #neurodivergent #neuroplasticity #brain #brainhealth #brainchallenge #growth #impact #impactstories #podcast #podcastclips #socialimpact #empowerment #learningdifferences

    1h 5m
  2. Embracing Transformation: Personally & Organizationally with Ramesh Pari

    Jun 8 ·  Video

    Embracing Transformation: Personally & Organizationally with Ramesh Pari

    Are you focused on your future and your past more than your present moment? What if tomorrow never comes? In this season 2 episode 10 of Katy Hansell: The Impact Whisperer™ podcast, guest Ramesh Pari, Transformation Director at Ocado Technology in the UK, shares profound insights on the importance of personal and organizational transformation. From dealing with loss and acceptance to leading with purpose and managing energy, Ramesh offers a compelling perspective on living a meaningful life aligned with service and presence. He shares how both his parents helped him understand the value of service and how he was able to reorient his concept of time. He opens up about how their influence has shaped his own approach to parenting his sons with his "Partner in Time" (his wife Millie) and coaching his teams at work. Key Insights shared by Ramesh Pari: *The importance of accepting what cannot be controlled and finding liberation in that acceptance *How the legacy of a life driven by service creates deep impact beyond material achievement *Cultivating energy as an active vessel for contribution rather than preservation *The significance of high cadence living—prioritizing what truly matters *Transforming behaviors through micro-decisions and cultural shifts *Leadership rooted in understanding the whole person, not just the work role *The lasting influence of mentoring, coaching, and modeling authenticity Chapters: (00:00) Introduction to Ramesh Pari (04:49) Ramesh's Moment of Impact (05:52) "Tomorrow Never Comes" — Rethinking Your Relationship With Time (10:20) A Life of Service: How His Mother Found Joy Without Material Wealth (17:09) Acceptance vs. Fighting: A Radical Perspective on Terminal Illness (23:46) Three Lessons His Mother Left Behind (25:08) The Sacrifice His Father Made Working Night Shifts for 40 Years (27:22) Finding Presence and Gift of Fatherhood during Covid (31:10) Living A High Cadence Lifestyle: His Physical Transformation (35:48) Running a Marathon in His Mother's Honor (41:57) Finding A Life Partner In His Wife Millie (45:15) Doing vs. Being: How to Live Intentionally Today (46:56) The Dream He Followed Since Age 7 — and Why He Left It Behind (55:05) Career As A Transformation Director At Ocado Technology (57:30) Why Real Transformation Has Nothing to Do With Cost-Cutting (01:03:08) The Coaching Leader: Seeing People Others Gave Up On (01:13:14) What Gives Ramesh Hope (01:14:37) Closing Remarks Main Topics: *The transformative power of acceptance versus battle in face of adversity *Living intentionally through the lens of time and mindfulness *The role of service in personal fulfillment and leadership *Balancing energy, purpose, and high engagement lifestyles *Applying design thinking to organizational transformation *Leadership as a coach: trust, holistic understanding, and empowering growth *The ripple effect of purposeful investment in people and legacy #impact #podcast #impactstories #family #transformation #transformationjourney #wisdom #lifelessons #parenting #partnering #lifepartner #legacy #uk #london #england #srilanka #leadership #leadershipdevelopment #coaching #time #timemanagement #fitness #marathon #marathontraining #cancer #designthinking #architect #technologynews #ai #rethinking

    1h 16m
  3. The Promise of Precision Medicine with Nisha Janamanchi

    May 25 ·  Video

    The Promise of Precision Medicine with Nisha Janamanchi

    The Promise of Precision Medicine: Why Standard Medical Treatments Fail and What's Replacing Them! In this powerful season 2 episode 8 of the podcast Katy Hansell: The Impact Whisperer™ podcast, Nisha Janamanchi, an Analyst at HealthScape Advisors (a Chartis company), shares a personal story about how personalized medicine saved a loved one when standard treatments failed, sparking her interest in developing tailored treatment options, aka personalized or precision medicine. This experience highlights the critical role of genomics, AI, computational biology, and medical research in advancing healthcare innovation and disease prevention. A 2025 Bioengineering graduate from the Grainger College of Engineering at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Nisha is a Gen-Z leader seeking to make an impact through science-based innovations in the area of precision medicine, physiologically-based pharmacokinetics (PBPK), and related fields. With Host Katy Hansell who has guided hundreds of people in their career, Nisha and Katy discuss Nisha's early interest in math and science, how she navigated STEM, how she had internships on campus and over her summers that helped her to refine her career interests and develop transferable skills. This episode is for anyone who knows a young person trying to navigate STEM and land a job in a science or medical field after completing university. Creator/ Host Katy Hansell, The Impact Whisperer™, is an expert impact coach, strategic advisor, and Board Director, known for helping 500+ client organizations across three continents make the impact they care about. Please subscribe so you don't miss any top global voices talking about how they activate and advocate for the people, causes, and communities that have captured their hearts!! We appreciate your support greatly!! Chapters: (00:00) Introduction to Nisha (03:23) Nisha's Moment of Impact (06:36) What Is Personalized Medicine? (08:11) How AI Predicts Which Treatments Will Work for You (09:50) Breast Cancer & Precision Medicine (16:03) Internship Spotlight: PBPK Modeling & Drug Dosages (18:57) Why the Same Drug Works Differently for Different People (21:09) AI's Transformative Power in Healthcare (23:57) The Future: Your Genome in Your Health Record (25:22) Fostering a Passion in Science and Math (29:08) What Is Computational Biology? (30:36) Using AI to Research Gut Microbiome Stability (33:43) First Internship: Lab Work & Career Self-Discovery (38:07) How to Land Internships (Even When You're Starting Out) (41:58) Nisha's Analyst Role: Where Science Meets Business (47:25) Advice for Women in AI & Tech Fields (50:25) Should You Study Computer Science in the Age of AI? (52:31) What Gives Nisha Hope (55:21) Closing Remarks #healthcare #precisionmedicine #personalizedmedicine #science #stem #ai #biomedical_engineering #biomedicalresearch #computerscience #computationalbiology #PBPK #sciencecareer #technologynews #uiuc #impact #podcast #impactstories #growth #empowerment #global #genomics #genomicsai

    57 min
  4. Arya Choudhary: Young Tech Serial Founder (age 23!)

    May 18 ·  Video

    Arya Choudhary: Young Tech Serial Founder (age 23!)

    #entrepreneur #founder #techecosystem In this engaging video is from season 2 episode 7 of the Katy Hansell: The Impact Whisperer™ podcast, young serial tech founder, age 23, Arya Choudhary talks about his approach to founding new businesses, tracing his evolution as a founder who used amazon as a distribution platform to found consumer goods businesses to his current day venture working on a health tech solution for high blood pressure: a wellness shot! Arya shares how sitting on a bus in 9th grade next to a peer who was selling $200K of supplements opened his eyes to the possibility of being a founder at a young age, even in high school. This pivotal friendship served as a powerful source of motivation, proving that making your own path and starting a business was within reach. His personal growth journey is a testament to the power of connection and inspiration for any aspiring entrepreneur. Creator/ Host Katy Hansell, aka The Impact Whisperer™, is a globally recognized (Top 10), award-winning expert impact coach, strategic advisor, and Board Director, known for helping 500+ client organizations across 3 continents make the impact they care about! We feature emerging Gen-Z and established top global voices sharing how they activate and advocate for the people, causes, and communities that have captured their hearts!Please Subscribe so you don't miss any leaders sharing how they built their movements for massive impact! Chapters:(00:00) Introduction & Arya's Moment of Impact(02:55) The Bus Ride That Changed Everything(05:31) Becoming a Founder in 9th Grade(06:32) Co-Founders & Community: Your #1 Tool(09:56) Build Illinois: Creating a Founder Ecosystem(16:57) Crest Valley: Meat Snacks & His First Big Business(20:34) Joining Ozone: AI Video Editing & Taking on Adobe(24:50) Fundraising & Pitching VCs(28:59) The Y Combinator Advantage(31:12) Digital Twins & Predictive Health Tech(33:12) Reimagining Cardiovascular Care(37:39) The Challenges of Building a Wellness Brand(43:46) The Ideation Practice: 30 Ideas in 30 Days(46:21) 3 Tips for First-Time Founders(47:17) What Gives Arya Hope #entrepreneurship #scaling #growth #growthhacking #founderinsights #impact #impactstories #podcast #empowerment #business #businessgrowth #socialimpact #venturecapital #venturecapitalist #siliconvalley #tech #technology #technologynews #ai #aiforbusiness #health #healthtech #innovators #innovation #global

    50 min
  5. Creating Inclusive Communities with Lawyer/Mediator Pamela Cohen

    May 11 ·  Video

    Creating Inclusive Communities with Lawyer/Mediator Pamela Cohen

    #inclusion #disabilityrights #impact In this season 2 episode 6 from Katy Hansell: The Impact Whisperer™ podcast, guest Pamela Cohen, an Inclusion and Disability Rights Expert and Advocate, with a professional background as a discrimination law attorney, mediator, and now employer outreach specialist, shares how to build inclusive communities for people with and without disabilities to share for their mutual enrichment. Pamela Cohen guides employers to hire people with disabilities and to create inclusive environments. "Community means everyone" is the motto of the nonprofit she founded and now is Board Chair of, The Purple Tree Café in Davis, CA, which hires people with disabilities. Purple Tree Café also organizes community events using music as a tool for inclusion and offering hootenannies where people with and without disabilities can come together and perform, often with an open mic and featuring the Team Davis Singers. Pamela exemplifies how passion, strategic community building, and advocacy can transform lives. Through her work, she shows that inclusion isn't just a hiring goal, but a continuous journey of creativity, joy, and shared humanity. Be inspired by Pamela and lead with heart to create a more inclusive world. Creator/ Host Katy Hansell, aka The Impact Whisperer™, is a globally recognized (Top 10), award-winning expert impact coach, strategic advisor, & Board Director, known for helping 500+ client organizations make the impact they care about. Chapters: (00:00) Introduction to Pamela Cohen and the episode's focus on inclusion (00:28) Pamela's inspiring journey from law to community impact (01:16) The role of music and art in creating inclusive spaces (02:09) Pamela's insights into building community through arts and food (03:08) Engaging communities: visualization and accessibility (04:34) Pamela's impactful moment and career shift into disability rights (05:58) Growing up with psychotherapists and early influences on Pamela (06:52) Early awareness of the disability rights movement (08:53) Finding her passion in disability rights law and mental health (12:41) The founding of Purple Tree Café and its evolution (14:46) The cafe's menu, vegan inclusion, and community involvement (18:09) Employee experiences and soft/hard skills development (20:47) Principles of inclusive employment and creating welcoming environments (22:14) Using music to support community integration and performances (24:48) Pivoting community events during COVID, including the "Hootenanny" (28:29) Using music as a tool for advocacy and community engagement (31:04) -The feedback loop of music performances and mutual joy (32:01) -The contagious joy and authenticity of participants with disabilities (33:14) -Skills learned through communal work and baking together (34:46) Funding pathways, grant storytelling, and community partnerships (39:23) The role of civic partnerships in fostering inclusive initiatives (42:41) Strategies for turning vision into action and sustainable growth (43:11) Pamela's role as an employer outreach specialist with SEEC (Seeking Employment Equality & Community) (44:23) Supporting employment through accommodations and personalized matches (47:30) How legal and mediation skills inform her current advocacy work (50:15) Concrete examples of workplace accommodations (52:47) Navigating the rules and negotiations of accommodations (53:41) The rewarding aspects of supporting job seekers (54:27) The distinction and complexity of visible and invisible disabilities (56:28) Personal reflections on personalization of disability and grace (58:31) Pamela's optimistic outlook and what gives her hope (60:15) -Personal connections, musical hobbies, and community impact (61:06) Closing remarks: leadership, legacy, and living values through impact #disabilityempowerment #diversityandinclusion #employment #employmentlaw #music #equalrights #advocacy #fairwages #opportunity #empowerment

    59 min
  6. Cecilia Edwards On Using AI For Good?!

    May 4 ·  Video

    Cecilia Edwards On Using AI For Good?!

    In this episode (season 2 episode 5) from Katy Hansell: The Impact Whisperer™ podcast, Wavestone Partner & AI Solutionist Cecilia Robinson Edwards shares her journey from the U.S. Air Force to global leadership, exploring the transformative potential of AI in leadership, societal change, and community empowerment. Discover how agency, collective impact, and reimagining possibilities can shape a better future. In this compelling conversation, we explore the following: ​The role of AI in leadership and societal transformation​The importance of agency and collective impact in change-making​Reimagining leadership and the future of work with AICreator/ Host Katy Hansell, aka The Impact Whisperer™, is a globally recognized (Top 10), award-winning expert impact coach and strategic advisor, known for helping 500+ client organizations across 3 continents make the impact they care about for the people, causes, and communities that have captured their hearts! Please subscribe so you won't miss any top global voices! Chapters: (00:00) Introduction(04:03) Cecilia's Moments of Impact(10:32) The Role of Education in Empowerment(17:58) Navigating Leadership in the Age of A.I.(22:41) Agency and Responsibility in AI Utilization(30:16) Collaborative Transformation and Community Empowerment(34:55) Leveraging Community Assets for Systemic Change(38:18) Building Capacity in Nonprofits(51:15) Leadership vs. Management in the Age of AI(56:16) Navigating DEI Challenges as a Black Woman #impact #impactstories #podcast #growth #socialimpact #ai #aiforbusiness #aiforgood #dei #consulting #bcg #empowerment #communityimpact #communityengagement #technologynews #foundation #nonprofit #global #houston #dallas #texas #realestate #affordablehousing #education #earlyeducation #earlychildhoodeducation #healthcare #healthcareaccessibility #poverty #schoollunch #blackexcellence

    1h 8m
  7. Nutrition to Heal with Kim L'Ecuyer

    Apr 27 ·  Video

    Nutrition to Heal with Kim L'Ecuyer

    Coming to us from her base in Quebec, Canada, Licensed Holistic Nutrition Consultant Kim L'Ecuyer shares that impactful moment when she realized she wanted to go back and become a nutrition counselor. A collision of three factors drove her realization: 1) Her father was experiencing chronic disease; 2) her family had just bought a retirement home to manage and they were being told by Seniors that "our golden years are not that golden"; 3) Kim was turning 40 and realizing she wanted to have a very different aging experience than what she was seeing. With a background in agronomy, Kim had seen the importance of prevention in the animal kingdom and was wondering why the same was not true with humans? Together, these insights drove her to start a new career as a holistic nutrition consultant. The following topics are covered: Importance of prevention and holistic approaches to wellnessRealities of caregivingCritical role of insulin in health and need for balanced nutritionDistinction between lifespan and health-spanAdvocating for a proactive approach to nutrition and well-beingIntricate relationship between nutrition, mindset, and self-compassionThe dialogue emphasizes the significance of mindset in overcoming limiting beliefs and the necessity of self-compassion in the health journey. Ultimately, they highlight the hope found in human connection and the empowerment that comes from understanding and nurturing our bodies. Creator/ Host Katy Hansell, aka The Impact Whisperer™, is a globally recognized (Top 10) award-winning expert impact coach & strategic advisor, known for helping 500+ client organizations across 3 continents make the impact they care about. Chapters: (00:00) Introduction(03:18) Kim's Moment of Impact(04:56) The Perfect Storm: Family Health and Caregiving(08:18) Shifting from Animal to Human Nutrition(10:41) The Reality of Caregiving and Family Dynamics(15:04) Career Transition: From Retirement Home to Nutrition Consultant(15:54) The Journey into Holistic Nutrition Consulting(18:11) Understanding Lifespan vs. Healthspan(21:05) The Role of Insulin in Health and Metabolic Syndrome(25:40) Winter Hibernation and Food Reserves(27:56) Balancing Nutrition for Insulin Resistance(29:20) Exploring Antioxidant and Anti-Inflammatory Foods(33:26) Transformative Client Stories: Lorraine's Journey(40:10) The Importance of Mindset and Self-Compassion(43:31) How Kim Takes Care of Her Well-being(49:53) What Gives Kim Hope #holisticnutrition #healthandwellness #prevention #insulin #insulinresistance #metabolicsyndrome #caregiving #podcast #impact #impactstories #nutrition #holistichealth #selfcare #mindset #antiaging #antiinflammatoryfoods #empowerment #growth #canada #quebec

    56 min
  8. Unite the Planet with Dave Santulli

    Apr 20 ·  Video

    Unite the Planet with Dave Santulli

    Creator/ Host Katy Hansell, also a Board Director of United Planet, explores the inspiring journey of United Planet Founder (now Chairman Emeritus) Dave Santulli, who dared to dream that it was possible to unite the planet one relationship at a time by building "bridges of understanding." Notably, Dave has budget-traveled to 283 countries and built a global movement for peace and understanding. Discover how reflection, storytelling, and relational diplomacy can transform lives and foster a more peaceful world. Dave is also the creator of the concept of "Relational Diplomacy", and the author of the book, "Relational Diplomacy: Innovations in Peace-building: A Case Study of Cyprus." Dave and his son Tristan have just launched an online platform called "CherishFamily.com" which promotes saving important family stories.This is a must-see/ must-listen episode for anyone who is interested in peace-building, global travel, immersive service and project-based learning, social impact, impact investing/ NGOs, and who considers themselves an aspiring Global Citizen. Dave shares his blueprint for how he grew and sustained United Planet, which has generated over 2 million hours of volunteer service; 250,000 global relationships formed; 20,000+ across volunteers over 40 countries and 25 years. Topics explored: Relational diplomacy as a peace-building toolThe power of reflection and journaling in personal growthBuilding global understanding through travel and storytellingThe impact of United Planet in fostering cross-cultural relationshipsOvercoming challenges and criticism in social entrepreneurshipKey takeaways: Reflection and journaling can deepen understanding and inspire actionBuilding relationships across cultures is key to peace-buildingImpactful change starts with small, consistent effortsTravel and direct engagement foster empathy and global awarenessPersistence and belief in your mission are crucial amidst criticismChapters: (00:00) Introduction(03:30) Moment of Impact(06:16) Reflections on Cold War Tensions and Understanding(09:19) The Power of Writing and Activism in Youth(12:07) The Journey of Self-Discovery and Identity Formation(14:30) The Role of Education and Mentorship in Shaping Leaders(16:20) The Importance of Global Awareness and Cultural Understanding(21:10) The Path to Founding United Planet(23:25) The Early Days of United Planet and Its Mission(25:24) The Journey of a Founder(27:55) United Planet's Origin Story(34:25) Stories of Impact(37:14) The Importance of Experiential Learning(40:54) Building Strategic Partnerships(43:17) Overcoming Challenges in Fundraising(44:54) The Transformative Power of Travel(49:56) Relational Diplomacy and Peace Building(55:24) Cherishing Family Stories(59:46) What Gives Dave Hope #peacebuilding #globalcitizen #diplomacy #travel #impact #UnitedPlanet #Reflection #storytelling #peaceeducation #volunteerwork #servicetravel #globalservice #socialimpact #impactstories #growth #education #immersiveexperience #immersivelearning

    1h 3m
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If you ever wonder how to be more impactful, this is the podcast for you! We give you the inspiration and the blueprint to make the impact you care about. We help you identify and achieve your positive impact for the people, causes, and communities that have captured your heart. We amplify the top global voices of established and Gen-Z emerging leaders who are activating and advocating for collective impact movements! Creator/ Host Katy Hansell, aka The Impact Whisperer™, is a globally recognized (Top 10), award-winning expert impact coach & strategic advisor guiding orgs to make impact!

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