The Real Shift Show

The Real Shift Show
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The Real Shift Show is a storytelling-driven podcast about the moments that quietly - or suddenly - change everything. Co-hosted by Anna Crowe, global entrepreneur, author, and TEDx speaker, and Katy Temple, Emmy Award-winning sportscaster and media trainer, the show explores the internal and external shifts that redefine how we live, lead, and connect. Each episode goes beyond the highlight reel, featuring entrepreneurs, athletes, creators, and cultural icons who open up about the pivotal moments that shaped them - identity shifts, career pivots, mindset breakthroughs, and personal reckonings that fueled real growth. These are the stories rarely told publicly, but often felt privately. With honest conversations, thoughtful questions, and practical takeaways, The Real Shift Show is designed to inspire clarity, courage, and momentum. Whether you’re navigating change, questioning what’s next, or simply craving deeper conversations, this show is your reminder that growth doesn’t happen by accident - it happens through bold, intentional shifts.

  1. 6D AGO

    Ep. 14, Julie Uhrman: From 100 No's To A $335 Million Global Movement

    In this episode of The Real Shift Show, co-hosts Katy Temple and Anna Crowe sit down with Julie Uhrman — the visionary entrepreneur and co-founder behind Angel City FC, now valued at $335 million and considered the most valuable women’s soccer club in the world. Julie opens up about building Angel City FC alongside Natalie Portman and Kara Nortman during a time when most people doubted women’s sports could succeed at scale. From hearing over 100 “no’s” while fundraising to redefining what impact and profitability can look like together, this conversation is packed with insights on leadership, resilience, mission-driven business, and trusting your vision when nobody else sees it yet. This episode is for entrepreneurs, founders, leaders, athletes, and anyone navigating growth, reinvention, or the pressure of building something bigger than themselves. In this episode, we talk about: How Angel City FC grew to a $335 million valuation in just six years Why women’s sports was treated like a “charity” — and how they changed the model The 100 “no’s” that almost stopped the business before it started The mindset shift that changed Julie’s fundraising strategy forever Building a business around impact AND profitability Why Angel City gives 10% of sponsorship revenue back to the community Leadership lessons from building with Natalie Portman and Kara Nortman Letting go of identity and stepping away as CEO The importance of understanding your strengths Why women’s sports is not a moment — it’s a movement Timestamps 00:00 – Intro 00:28 – Meet Julie Uhrman and the Angel City FC story 01:14 – Why starting a women’s soccer team in 2019 felt “crazy” 02:22 – The Women’s World Cup moment that changed everything 03:06 – The groundbreaking 10% sponsorship model 04:23 – Supporting players after retirement through the Player 22 Fund 05:29 – Growing Angel City FC to a $335 million valuation 06:15 – Investing in players, community, and fan experience 07:19 – Expanding women’s sports beyond “girl dads” and families 08:00 – Hearing 100 “no’s” while fundraising 08:50 – The Eva Longoria conversation that changed everything 10:11 – Why impact became Angel City’s biggest business differentiator 10:46 – Building trust and leadership with co-founders 12:21 – Creating a legacy that changed women’s sports forever 13:19 – The belief Julie had to overcome to scale the business 13:59 – Reframing rejection and the meaning of “no” 15:49 – Why Julie stepped down as CEO 17:02 – Identity shifts after leaving a major role 17:41 – The “secret sauce” behind Angel City’s success 18:05 – How to better understand your strengths 18:57 – Advice Julie would give her younger self 19:30 – Why women’s sports is a movement, not a moment 19:47 – Final advice on overcoming other people’s opinions If this conversation resonated with you, make sure to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and SHARE this episode with someone building something bold. Follow Julie on IG: https://www.instagram.com/juhrman/, https://www.instagram.com/weareangelcity/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/julieuhrman/ What was your biggest takeaway from Julie’s story? Let us know in the comments. #TheRealShiftShow #JulieUhrman #AngelCityFC #WomensSports #Entrepreneurship #Leadership #BusinessGrowth #WomenInBusiness #FounderStory #NWSL #SportsBusiness #MindsetShift

    21 min

  2. MAY 6

    Ep. 13, Dr. Tyler Forbes: This Will Change How You Handle Stress

    Most people spend their lives avoiding discomfort. They avoid the hard conversation. The cold plunge. The risk. The thing that might change them. But what if discomfort is actually the doorway? In this episode, Tyler Forbes, founder of Breathe Degrees, explains why doing hard things is the key to resilience, growth and becoming who you’re actually capable of being. From cold plunges and breathwork to mindset, fear, confidence and community, Tyler shares the philosophy behind building one of San Diego’s most talked-about wellness communities—and why staying calm under pressure is a skill anyone can train. This is a conversation about nervous system regulation, mental toughness, human connection and the stories we tell ourselves that keep us playing small. You will learn: How cold plunges train your nervous system and resilience Why discomfort is necessary for growth and transformation How breathwork helps you stay calm under pressure The science behind stress, fear and emotional regulation Why community and connection are critical for happiness How limiting beliefs and insecurity shape our lives The three rules Tyler teaches his kids (and himself) Why “going first” changes everything How to stop playing life safe and start taking action ⏱️ Timestamps: 0:00 – Introduction 1:05 – Why discomfort creates growth 4:10 – The problem with modern comfort 7:15 – Breathwork, cold plunges and resilience 11:40 – Choices, chances and changes 15:20 – The power of community and connection 19:30 – Why success doesn’t create fulfillment 23:10 – Tyler’s upbringing and mindset shifts 28:00 – Fear, insecurity and human potential 34:15 – The three rules for life 41:20 – Why there are “no rules” 46:00 – Staying calm under pressure 50:25 – Breathwork and nervous system regulation 56:10 – Final thoughts and takeaways About Tyler Forbes: Tyler Forbes is the founder of Breathe Degrees, a wellness and recovery community focused on breathwork, cold plunges, sauna, movement and human connection. Through science-backed practices and community experiences, Breathe Degrees helps people build resilience, regulate stress and reconnect with themselves and others. Follow Tyler Forbes + Breathe Degrees: Website: https://breathedegrees.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/breathedegrees Subscribe for more: Subscribe for more conversations on mindset, resilience, leadership, personal growth and the shifts that change how we live and lead.

    26 min

  3. APR 29

    Ep. 12, Shelley Zalis: Why Ambitious Women Still Get Stuck

    Most people wait to be chosen. They wait for permission. For confidence. For the “right time.” But what if that moment never comes? In this episode, Shelley Zalis, CEO of The Female Quotient and founder of #SeeHer, explains why waiting is the biggest mistake holding you back—and how to build confidence, speak up in meetings, and step into leadership before you feel ready. After disrupting the research industry and building a global platform for gender equality, Shelley shares the mindset, communication skills, and leadership strategies that helped her succeed in high-stakes environments. This is a conversation about confidence, executive presence, and what it really takes to lead—especially when you’re the only one in the room. You will learn: How to build confidence at work (even if you don’t feel ready) How to speak up in meetings and high-pressure situations The truth about executive presence and leadership Why women in leadership need to stop waiting for permission How to grow your career and take control of your path The mindset shift required to lead in business today Why gender equality is a business advantage—not a limitation ⏱️ Timestamps: 0:00 – Introduction 0:35 – Who is Shelley Zalis 1:20 – Early career and leadership journey 3:10 – The moment everything changed 5:45 – Building The Female Quotient 8:30 – Women in leadership and business strategy 11:15 – Speaking up in meetings 14:40 – Confidence vs readiness 17:20 – Community and advocacy 20:10 – Gender equality in business 23:30 – Career advice and leadership growth 26:00 – Final thoughts About Shelley Zalis: Shelley Zalis is the CEO of The Female Quotient and founder of #SeeHer, a global movement focused on advancing gender equality in the workplace and media. She is a recognized leader in business, leadership, and inclusion. Follow Shelley Zalis: Website: https://www.thefemalequotient.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shelleyzalis Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefemalequotient Subscribe for more: Subscribe for more conversations on leadership, communication, confidence, and career growth.

    26 min

  4. APR 23

    Ep. 11, Robin Toft: The Hidden Cost of Success (No One Talks About This)

    In this episode of The Real Shift Show, co-hosts Katy Temple and Anna Crowe sit down with Robin Toft, CEO of Curebound, cancer survivor, and purpose-driven leader. Robin shares the moment everything changed — walking into an ER thinking she had food poisoning… and being told she had cancer and needed emergency surgery. No time to prepare. No time to process.  Just a decision — and a complete life reset. What followed wasn’t just recovery. It was a radical shift in how she lives, works, and defines success. 💡The shift: The life you’ve built — the one that looks successful on the outside — might be the very thing pulling you away from who you really are. Robin followed that realization immediately. She walked away from her career, rebuilt her life from the inside out, and chose a path rooted in purpose — not pressure. In this episode, we talk about: What it feels like to have your life change in an instant The wake-up call behind “pushing through” and ignoring your body Breaking the addiction to work and external validation The identity shift from achievement → alignment Learning to trust intuition over logic The difference between ego-driven success and soul-led purpose How to create work that feels meaningful, not draining What it looks like to live “passionately on purpose” Her mission to accelerate cancer research through Curebound Why authenticity and personal alignment matter more than ever 🧠 A line you’ll remember: “If you would quit your job after a life-defining moment… you should probably quit your job now.” Robin’s story isn’t just about cancer. It’s about the moments in life that force you to stop… re-evaluate… and decide if the path you’re on is actually the one you want. Because the real shift isn’t just surviving something hard… it’s having the courage to change everything after it. Learn more about Robin Toft: 🌐 Curebound: https://www.curebound.org/ https://www.instagram.com/cureboundofficial/, https://www.instagram.com/robintoft2/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/robintoft/ 👇 Join the conversation: What part of Robin’s story resonated with you most? Have you ever had a moment that made you completely re-evaluate your life? What would you change if you actually listened to that voice?

    28 min

  5. APR 15

    Ep. 10, Jeff Francoeur: You Got Everything You Want … Now What?

    In this episode of The Real Shift Show, co-hosts Anna Crowe and Katy Temple sit down with former Major League Baseball player Jeff Francoeur. After 12 years in the big leagues, Jeff shares what it really looks like to transition out of a career that once felt like everything — and how quickly that chapter becomes just a small part of your life story. Today, he’s a broadcaster and co-host of the Pure Athlete Podcast, where he helps parents and coaches navigate the realities of youth sports — from pressure and expectations to helping kids actually enjoy the game. 💡 The shift: The thing you thought would define your life… might only be a small part of it. Jeff puts it into perspective: Even a successful, years-long career can end up being a fraction of your life — leaving the bigger question: 👉 What are you going to do with the rest of it? In this episode, we talk about: What it’s really like transitioning out of professional sports Why even a “dream career” can be a small percentage of your life The identity shift that happens when your role changes How success doesn’t answer the question, “what’s next?” The importance of priorities — and how they evolve over time Why family, impact, and presence started to matter more than achievement The pressure young athletes face today — and how it’s changed How parents can better support their kids without burning them out Why youth sports should be about development, not just winning The mindset shift from perfection → awareness and adjustment 🧠 A line you’ll remember: “Baseball was one of the best parts of my life… but it was a small part of my life.”  Jeff reminds us that this isn’t just about sports. It’s about any moment where something you’ve worked toward — a role, a title, a chapter — comes to an end. And the real shift isn’t just in achieving it… it’s in learning how to redefine who you are after it’s over. Learn more about Jeff Francoeur: 🎙Pure Athlete  Podcast IG: https://www.instagram.com/pureathleteinc/, https://www.instagram.com/jefffrancoeur/ Website: https://pureathlete.com/ 👇 Join the conversation: What part of Jeff’s story resonated with you most? Have you ever had to redefine your identity after a major transition? What does “what’s next” look like for you?

    25 min

  6. APR 8 ·  VIDEO

    Ep. 9, Dr. Deepika Chopra: Why You're Still Unhappy (+ What to Do About It)

    In this episode of The Real Shift Show, co-hosts Anna Crowe and Katy Temple sit down with Dr. Deepika Chopra — clinical health psychologist, author, and founder of “All Things Are Looking Up.” Dr. Chopra has spent years studying the science of optimism — not as blind positivity, but as a powerful, evidence-based tool for resilience, health, and performance. Her work bridges neuroscience, psychology, and real-life application, helping people shift how they think about the future — and ultimately how they show up in the present. 💡 The shift: Optimism isn’t about ignoring reality — it’s about how you face it. Dr. Chopra introduces the concept of real optimism — the ability to acknowledge challenges while still believing in your capacity to move through them. Because the brain is always anticipating what comes next… and what you expect shapes how you act. In this episode, we talk about: Why your brain is wired to anticipate the future — and how that impacts your behavior • The difference between toxic positivity and real optimism Why optimism is more connected to resilience than happiness • How to train your mind to expect better outcomes The science behind visualization and habit formation Why “21 days” is a myth — and what actually creates change The importance of feeling your real emotions while still leaving space for hope How small daily practices can rewire your mindset over time Why celebrating small wins (“tada lists”) builds momentum and confidence 🧠 A line you’ll remember: “Optimism isn’t about denying the dark — it’s about learning to see in it.” Dr. Chopra reminds us that optimism isn’t something you’re born with — it’s something you build. Not by pretending everything is okay… but by trusting that you can handle what isn’t. And sometimes, the most powerful shift isn’t thinking bigger — it’s expecting differently. Learn more about Dr. Deepika Chopra: Website: https://allthingsarelookingup.com/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/drdeepikachopra/ Book: Real Optimism (available wherever books are sold) 👇 Join the conversation: What did this episode shift for you? Where in your life could you practice “real optimism”? What are you choosing to expect next?

    35 min

  7. APR 1 ·  VIDEO

    Ep. 8, AmyK Hutchens: The Leadership Trap That Keeps You Small

    In this episode of The Real Shift Show, co-hosts Anna Crowe and Katy Temple sit down with AmyK Hutchens — international award-winning speaker, leadership expert, bestselling author, and founder of Ignite Brilliance. For more than 25 years, AmyK has coached, trained, and consulted leaders around the world, helping them communicate more powerfully, lead more authentically, and move beyond the patterns that keep them small. Her work lives at the intersection of leadership, communication, cognitive science, and spirituality — challenging people to quiet the ego, reconnect with their true selves, and lead from the heart. AmyK believes one of the most important shifts leaders can make is moving away from fear, performance, and people-pleasing… and toward authenticity, stillness, and self-leadership. In this episode, we talk about: Why ego is one of the biggest challenges leaders face today The difference between being heart-led and fear-driven How social media, comparison, and anxiety are shaping leadership Why authentic leadership requires stillness and self-awareness The power of experiential learning and why AmyK’s retreats are designed to create lasting change How small shifts in language can completely transform hard conversations Why communication is foundational to leadership The role self-leadership plays in how we show up for others A line you’ll remember: “Your state of being is your number one doing.” AmyK reminds us that leadership isn’t about performance. It’s about alignment. And sometimes the most powerful shift isn’t a giant leap — it’s a quiet pause, a deeper breath, a better phrase, or a more honest way of showing up. Learn more about AmyK Hutchens:  https://www.ignitebrilliance.com/ Follow AmyK Hutchens: https://www.instagram.com/amykhutchens 📘 Books by AmyK Hutchens include GET IT and her upcoming book Ignite Brilliance. 👇 Join the conversation: What part of AmyK’s conversation resonated with you most? What small shift can you make this week to show up more authentically? What did AmyK share that stayed with you?

    30 min

  8. MAR 25

    Ep. 7, Jim Brogan: The Real Shift in Discipline

    In this episode of The Real Shift Show, co-hosts Anna Crowe and Katy Temple sit down with Jim Brogan — former NBA player, leadership coach, keynote speaker, and co-author of Bullets, Basketballs, and Boardrooms. Jim has spent over 40 years studying high performance — working with professional athletes, CEOs, and top organizations — to understand what actually drives success. His approach blends neuroscience, discipline, and real-world application, helping people move from intention to execution. At the core of his work is a simple idea: success isn’t about big moments — it’s built through small, consistent actions over time. Jim challenges the way we think about discipline, reframing it not as something rigid or punishing, but as a system that creates freedom, confidence, and results. In this episode, we talk about: Why discipline is the foundation of long-term success The difference between being “mentally tough” and mentally strong How small daily actions create exponential results over time Why most people struggle with the concept of time The power of visualization and how the brain actually learns Why success comes from the struggle — not avoiding it How responsibility (not accountability) changes performance Simple habits that can immediately improve focus and clarity A line you’ll remember: “Caring is the ultimate competitive advantage.” Jim reminds us that growth doesn’t come from doing everything at once — it comes from choosing one small shift and committing to it consistently. Whether it’s reading 10 pages a day, walking 100 yards, or simply drinking water in the morning — the smallest actions, done repeatedly, create the biggest transformations. Learn more about Jim Brogan: https://jimbroganconsulting.com/ Follow Jim Brogan:   / jim-brogan-262042b     / jamesrbrogan   📘 Bullets, Basketballs, and Boardrooms — available now on Amazon. 👇 Join the conversation: What part of Jim’s conversation resonated with you most? What’s one small shift you can commit to this week? Where in your life could more disciplined?

    32 min
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The Real Shift Show is a storytelling-driven podcast about the moments that quietly - or suddenly - change everything. Co-hosted by Anna Crowe, global entrepreneur, author, and TEDx speaker, and Katy Temple, Emmy Award-winning sportscaster and media trainer, the show explores the internal and external shifts that redefine how we live, lead, and connect. Each episode goes beyond the highlight reel, featuring entrepreneurs, athletes, creators, and cultural icons who open up about the pivotal moments that shaped them - identity shifts, career pivots, mindset breakthroughs, and personal reckonings that fueled real growth. These are the stories rarely told publicly, but often felt privately. With honest conversations, thoughtful questions, and practical takeaways, The Real Shift Show is designed to inspire clarity, courage, and momentum. Whether you’re navigating change, questioning what’s next, or simply craving deeper conversations, this show is your reminder that growth doesn’t happen by accident - it happens through bold, intentional shifts.

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