Empowering Women, Transforming Lives

Rebecca Hall Gruyter

In this heart felt and transformational show, Rebecca will share her insight on the subject of the day and will feature two special guests per show. Each guest is an empowering leader in their respective industry or modality who provides insights and tips on how to live an empowered life. This show is perfect for women who feel a call on their heart to step out in a bigger and more powerful way in their life and would like some encouragement and inspiration to support them on their journey!brbr Rebecca will guide each show to focus on an empowering topic. The show starts with a discussion, which provides several practical ideas and tips to apply in your everyday life. Rebecca welcomes your participation and will answer questions during each show. Empowering Women, Transforming Lives is broadcast live every Thursday at 10 AM Pacific Time on the VoiceAmerica Empowerment Channel. Replays Sundays at 1 PM Pacific Time on the VoiceAmerica Variety Channel.

  1. 6D AGO

    A Thoughtful Beginning: How Stories Guide the Year Ahead

    What if the way we begin a new season of life isn't by setting louder goals, but by paying closer attention to the stories that have already shaped us? In this episode, Rebecca Hall Gruyter sits down with writer and biographer Cathryn Farr for a reflective conversation about life writing, courage, and the quiet decisions that lead us into unexpected adventures. Cathryn shares her journey of returning to school later in life, studying creative nonfiction abroad, and discovering how facts, memory, and meaning can coexist on the page. She offers insight into her approach to "life writing," a form of storytelling that honors truth while reading with the heart of a novel. The conversation also centers on Cathryn's debut memoir, The Last Mile Is Always Three, which chronicles a remarkable group of women hikers who have traversed the Teton range together every Tuesday for 35 years. Through their shared miles, challenges, and friendships, Cathryn reflects on what motivates people to do hard things, keep showing up, and walk faithfully into the next chapter. Together, Rebecca and Cathryn explore how paying attention to our stories, both written and lived, can help us begin again with intention, perspective, and purpose. As always, you can find our host, Rebecca Hall Gruyter, at www.yourpurposedrivenpractice.com   ABOUT THE GUEST Cathryn Farr is a writer and biographer specializing in creative nonfiction and life writing. She completed her Bachelor of English at BYU-Idaho at age 53 and later earned a Master's degree in Biography and Creative Non-fiction in England. Her debut memoir, The Last Mile Is Always Three, launches February 10 and chronicles the enduring friendships and adventures of women hikers who have journeyed together for more than three decades. Learn more at https://lifewritingcathryn.com/

    57 min
  2. JAN 22

    Strategic Unruliness: Starting the Year Powerfully by Choosing Yourself, Your Truth, and Your Power

    What if the limits holding you back aren't real, just invisible? In this episode, Rebecca Hall Gruyter sits down with Kim Bolourtchi, keynote speaker, strategist, and creator of Strategic Unruliness™, to explore how breaking the "invisible rules" we've absorbed throughout our lives can lead to greater authenticity, fulfillment, and freedom. Together, Rebecca and Kim dive into what it means to lead with Strategic Unruliness™, not as rebellion for rebellion's sake, but as a mindful practice of choosing yourself, your truth, and your power in every moment. This conversation is an invitation to pause, get present, and reconnect with the magic that's already within you, the kind that can transform not just your leadership, but your life. As always, you can find our host, Rebecca Hall Gruyter, at www.yourpurposedrivenpractice.com. Connect with Kim at https://www.kimbolourtchi.com   About the Guest Kim Bolourtchi is a keynote speaker, strategist, and creator of Strategic Unruliness™, a bold framework for breaking the rules that no longer serve us, so we can live and lead with radical clarity. She helps high-performing women stop shrinking, hiding, or performing, and start building lives, careers, and communities that reflect the full force of who they are. Whether she's working with executives, entrepreneurs, or everyday change-makers, Kim delivers the wake-up call we didn't know we needed, and the clarity to do something about it.

    53 min
  3. JAN 15

    Rebuilding Trust and Reducing Chaos

    What if the real work of starting a new year isn't about pushing harder, but about rebuilding trust and clearing the chaos that quietly drains our energy? In this episode, Rebecca Hall Gruyter is joined by Karen Ann Bulluck, bestselling author and leadership advocate, and Allison Williams, attorney and business strategist, for an honest conversation about trust, leadership, and intentional growth. Drawing from their books Embracing Trust and Crushing Chaos, they explore where trust breaks down, why chaos thrives in leadership environments, and how clarity can restore both purpose and peace. Together, they explore leadership that balances purpose, clarity, and well-being, offering grounded wisdom for anyone ready to begin the year with more alignment and less noise. As always, you can find our host, Rebecca Hall Gruyter, at www.yourpurposedrivenpractice.com   ABOUT THE GUESTS Karen Ann Bulluck Karen Ann Bulluck is a bestselling author, speaker, and founder of DARING TO TRANSCEND®, where she empowers women leaders to take meaningful risks, lead authentically, and reshape workplace culture beyond profit alone. The first woman promoted to Executive Vice President at AM Best Company, Karen's leadership journey is defined by courage, trust-building, and cross-disciplinary impact. She is the author of Discovering Power and Pursuing Truth, part of The Ascending Ladders Series, which uses storytelling to explore leadership, trust, and purpose. Connect with Karen Ann Bulluck: Website: https://daringtotranscend.com LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/karenannbulluck Facebook: https://facebook.com/karenannbulluck Instagram: https://instagram.com/karenannbulluck   Allison Williams   Allison Williams is a nationally recognized attorney, international speaker, and business strategist with over 20 years of experience. After scaling her law firm into a multimillion-dollar business in just 3.5 years, she founded Law Firm Mentor, supporting law firm owners worldwide. Author of Tiger Tactics: CEO Edition and Crushing Chaos, Allison helps leaders reduce overwhelm, lead ethically, and build businesses that support both profit and peace. Website: https://crushingchaos.lawfirmmentor.net/book/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LawFirmMentor LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/allisoncwilliams/ Instagram: https://instagram.com/Law_Firm_Mentor YouTube: https://YouTube.com/LawFirmMentor TikTok: https://tiktok.com/law_firm_mentor Community: https://bit.ly/groupLFMM

    55 min
  4. JAN 8

    Heartfelt Conversation and Holistic Alignment: Starting the Year on Purpose

    What if the most powerful way to begin the year isn't by doing more, but by listening more deeply to ourselves and to one another? In this episode, Rebecca Hall Gruyter is joined by Dezlee Hancock and Laurie Hartley-Moore for a rich, reflective conversation about intention, connection, and choosing to live on purpose from the inside out. Dezlee brings the heart of meaningful conversation, how words, presence, and authentic connection shape our relationships, our faith, and the way we show up in the world. With wisdom drawn from both study and lived experience, she reminds us that every interaction holds the potential for growth, learning, and love. Laurie offers a holistic lens on intentional living, sharing how understanding human behavior, energy, and even color can support clarity, balance, and well-being. Her insights invite listeners to consider how small, mindful choices can create powerful shifts in how we experience life. Together, these women explore how starting the year with intention creates space for healing, clarity, and purpose, grounding us in what truly matters as we move forward. As always, you can find our host, Rebecca Hall Gruyter, at www.yourpurposedrivenpractice.com   About the Guests Dezlee Hancock is a conversation enthusiast, communication advocate, and self-proclaimed word geek. With a degree in Human Communication, she believes her most valuable education came from living a full, and often messy, life. Dezlee is a Realtor, author, entrepreneur, wife, mother, grandmother, and trusted advisor who thrives on creating meaningful connection. Grounded in faith and family, she believes every human interaction holds the potential for love, learning, and laughter. Learn more at www.dezleehancock.com   Laurie Hartley-Moore is a Certified Holistic Health Practitioner, Human Behavioral Expert, and nationally accredited Native American Medicine Woman with more than 35 years of experience in health and wellness. Through her work as a practitioner, creator, and mentor, Laurie empowers individuals to reclaim their physical and mental well-being using holistic life skills. Her approach weaves together holistic health, human behavior, color psychology, and spiritual connection, offering practical tools for living a balanced, vibrant, and purpose-filled life.

    56 min
  5. JAN 1

    REPLAY: Let Your Passions Guide You in the New Year

    As we have launched into a new year, it's time create a year that's truly aligned with what lights you up. Your core values and passions can guide you toward what truly matters and keep you grounded in your unique identity. In this replay, Rebecca will talk with guests Skye Bellarmine and Gary Fretwell about how their new books flow out of their passions and purpose. Don't let this be a year of just checking off a list of resolutions. Instead, align your actions with your passions and prioritize what truly matters to you. Whether you're releasing a new book, trying a new hobby, or taking a risk in your work!  As always, you can find our host, Rebecca Hall Gruyter at www.yourpurposedrivenpractice.com. Our guests are also online. Our guests are also online. Skye's online home is https://www.starskyepress.com.  Gary is online at https://www.garyfretwell.com/.   About our guests:  Skye Bellarmine's nomadic family was always moving, so she learned early to adapt to multiple environments and personality types. Coupling an advanced degree in life skills with her intuitive empathy, she writes about how to rise above life's challenges while never taking anyone or anything for granted. Having survived being hit by a wrong-way driver on the Interstate, doctors told Skye she might never walk again. After twelve surgeries and six years of recovery, she learned to walk…into a new life. Skye's determination enabled her to emerge not just from the wreckage of the car accident but also from her marriage to a narcissist. Tarnished and transformed by these experiences, Skye uses her story to help others embark on journeys of self-renewal. Breaking Solace is her first book. Book Two of the Trilogy, Escaping Solace, will launch on February 4, 2025. Walk with Skye's character, Tali, as she confronts her abuser and finds her purpose. Find her online at: www.starskyepress.com Gary Fretwell is a transformational change agent, impacting nearly 1,000 institutions across the U.S. and Canada. His warmth and genuine connection make him a sought-after speaker and consultant. Gary excels in identifying changes that elevate organizational success. He also leverages his expertise in the nonprofit sector, helping various organizations navigate challenges and seize opportunities. As president of Prescott Meals on Wheels, Gary has led strategic initiatives for sustainable success, fostering collaboration and rallying support for capital campaigns to extend their reach. Gary values personal growth, enjoying reading, exercising, and spending time in nature with his golden retrievers. His compassion and curiosity inspire those around him, encouraging self-discovery and understanding. You can find him online at https://www.garyfretwell.com/.

    54 min
  6. 12/11/2025

    The Transformational Journey: From Cocoon to Soar

    What if this season, instead of moving from moment to moment on autopilot, we slowed down enough to notice the quiet transformation happening within us? The kind that invites us to breathe, reflect, and rise a little higher than before. In this special episode, Rebecca Hall Gruyter sits down with Dr. Sharon Arrindell, Inspirational Speaker, Pastor, Counselor/Coach, Maxwell Leadership Certified Trainer, and bestselling author, for an uplifting conversation about growth, healing, and the journeys that shape us. Dr. Sharon, visionary and lead author of the bestselling anthology From Cocoon to Soar, shares what inspired her to bring together 17 powerful women and why their stories needed to be heard now. She offers insight into the cocoon-to-soar journey, what it looks like in real life, how it feels from the inside, and why transformation often begins long before we notice our own wings forming. Together, Rebecca and Dr. Sharon explore how presence helps us rise, how storytelling creates community, and how we can reconnect with what's true and life-giving in a season that often pulls us away from ourselves. As always, you can find our host, Rebecca Hall Gruyter, at www.yourpurposedrivenpractice.com. You can connect with Dr. Sharon Arrindell online: Website: drsharonarrindell.com | inspiredwholenesscounseling.com Facebook: facebook.com/Arrindell0502 LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/dr-sharon-arrindell-ed-d-dbs-dbc-msc-420192168 Instagram: @drsharonarrindell   About the Guest   Dr. Sharon Arrindell is an inspirational speaker, pastor, counselor/coach, instructor, and bestselling author with over 18 years of teaching experience as an adjunct professor. She serves as President and CEO of Inspired Wholeness Enterprise LLC and is a Maxwell Leadership Certified coach. She is also a member of Global Women Speakers, Christian Women Speakers, and the Association of Christian Women in Business. Her latest project, From Cocoon to Soar: Compilation of Unstoppable Female Leaders, became a #1 bestseller across six categories. Through her work, writing, and mentorship, Dr. Sharon empowers women and leaders to walk in healing, purpose, and alignment, one courageous step at a time.

    59 min

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In this heart felt and transformational show, Rebecca will share her insight on the subject of the day and will feature two special guests per show. Each guest is an empowering leader in their respective industry or modality who provides insights and tips on how to live an empowered life. This show is perfect for women who feel a call on their heart to step out in a bigger and more powerful way in their life and would like some encouragement and inspiration to support them on their journey!brbr Rebecca will guide each show to focus on an empowering topic. The show starts with a discussion, which provides several practical ideas and tips to apply in your everyday life. Rebecca welcomes your participation and will answer questions during each show. Empowering Women, Transforming Lives is broadcast live every Thursday at 10 AM Pacific Time on the VoiceAmerica Empowerment Channel. Replays Sundays at 1 PM Pacific Time on the VoiceAmerica Variety Channel.

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