In the Groove with Todd and Jackie
Hey there—Todd and Jackie here! Welcome to In the Groove with Todd and Jackie, where good vibes meet great conversations and changemakers take center stage. As co-hosts, we bring our unique experiences—Todd as a Life Mastery Consultant and Marine veteran, and Jackie as a TEDx speaker and trauma-to-victory coach—into every episode to create a space where voices are amplified, and stories spark transformation. Each week, we sit down with purpose-driven people—authors, entrepreneurs, educators, community builders, and everyday heroes—who are making a difference in the world. You’ll hear their stories of resilience, leadership, and growth. We ask the h...
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Ep. 48 Why Lifelong Learning Is the Key to Success in Any Adult Endeavor | In the Groove
<p>Lifelong Learning Is Necessary for Success in Any Adult Endeavor | Featuring Kami Wanous </p><p>What if education didn’t have to follow a one-size-fits-all path? </p><p>In this powerful episode of In the Groove with Todd and Jackie, the hosts welcome Kami Wanous, founder of The Freedom Scholar, to explore how lifelong learning shapes confident, capable, and successful adults. </p><p>Kami shares her insights on homeschooling, personalized education, and how families can create learning environments that nurture curiosity, independence, and real-world readiness. Through her work, she helps families rethink traditional education and design learning paths that pr...
Ep. 47 How to Send Your Student to College Without Losing Your Mind or Your Money - In the Groove
<p>🎓 How to Send Your Student to College Without Losing Your Mind or Your Money! </p><p>In this powerful episode of In the Groove with Todd and Jackie, we sit down with college admissions strategist Shellee Howard, founder of College Ready, to talk about how families can prepare teens for college with clarity, confidence, and a smart financial plan. </p><p>College planning doesn’t have to be overwhelming, stressful, or financially devastating. Shellee shares practical, strategic insights that help students stand out — while helping parents avoid costly mistakes.</p><p>In this episode, you’ll learn:</p><p>✔️ When to start...
Ep. 46 Building Breaking the Silence: Turning Advocacy into Action | In the Groove
<p>In this episode of In the Groove with Todd and Jackie, Todd and Jackie welcome Michelle Jewsbury for a courageous and deeply moving conversation about breaking silence, reclaiming your voice, and turning pain into purpose. </p><p>Michelle is a survivor, speaker, and founder of Breaking the Silence, an organization dedicated to combating human trafficking and empowering survivors. In this powerful discussion, she shares her personal journey of resilience, healing, and advocacy — reminding us that our stories, no matter how painful, can become catalysts for change. </p><p>Together, they explore what it means to confront difficult truths, embrace he...
Ep. 45 Laughter Lights the Way: Leadership Through Humor and Improv | In the Groove
<p>In this episode of In the Groove with Todd and Jackie, Todd and Jackie welcome Malcolm Grissom for a heartfelt and inspiring conversation about navigating life with purpose, resilience, and intention — even when the path feels uncertain or challenging. </p><p>Malcolm shares insights from his journey and invites listeners to rethink how they approach growth, mindset, and personal transformation. Together, they explore how embracing challenges, making intentional choices, and cultivating self-awareness can transform the way we experience our lives. </p><p>This episode offers a gentle yet powerful reminder that personal growth and resilience aren’t destinations to reac...
Ep. 44 JOY, Anyway, Because JOY is The Way | In the Groove
<p>In this episode of In the Groove with Todd and Jackie, Todd and Jackie welcome Jan Hoath, known as The Joy Alchemist, for a heartfelt and inspiring conversation about choosing joy — even when life feels uncertain, heavy, or imperfect. Jan shares the deeper message behind her book Joy Anyway and invites listeners to rethink joy not as a reward or destination, but as a daily practice and intentional choice. </p><p>Together, they explore how joy can coexist with grief, challenge, growth, and transition — and still transform the way we experience our lives. </p><p>This episode offers a gent...
Ep. 43 How to Help Your Teen’s Path to Purpose and Career Clarity | In the Groove
<p>✨ How to Help Teens Find College & Career Clarity with Lisa Marker Robbins ✨</p><p>In this episode of In the Groove with Todd and Jackie, we’re joined by Lisa Marker Robbins, Founder of Flourish Coaching Co., for an insightful and heart-centered conversation about helping teens and young adults navigate college and career decisions with clarity and confidence.</p><p>Lisa shares why so many students feel overwhelmed by the pressure to “get it right” and how intentional career planning can completely change the way young people approach their future. Together, Todd, Jackie, and Lisa explore how starting with career cla...
Ep. 42 Why Better Sales Start with Better Conversations | In the Groove
<p>✨ New Episode of In the Groove with Todd and Jackie ✨</p><p>In this episode, Todd and Jackie sit down with Kristina Jensen for a meaningful conversation about selling with clarity, confidence, and intention — without pressure or one-size-fits-all scripts.</p><p>Kristina shares how personalized sales conversations can help business owners, coaches, and digital course creators increase income while staying aligned with their values. Together, they explore why confidence on sales calls begins with preparation, how objection handling can feel natural and authentic, and why reviewing and refining conversations is key to sustainable growth.</p><p>Todd and Jackie create...
Ep. 41 | In the Groove Special Episode | Family Talks Retreat 2026
<p>In this special mini episode of In the Groove with Todd and Jackie, Todd and Jackie open up about the heart and purpose behind the Family Talks Retreat, a transformative experience taking place in Costa Rica in April 2026.</p><p>This conversation explores why meaningful communication matters more than ever for families and individuals. Todd and Jackie share how the retreat was thoughtfully designed to create space for honest dialogue, deeper listening, and intentional connection—away from distractions and daily routines.</p><p>🌿 In This Mini Episode, You’ll Hear:</p><p>💬 The vision behind the Family Talks Retreat and why Co...
Ep. 40 Using Your Voice to Build Visibility, Trust and Credibility | In the Groove
<p>In this episode of In the Groove with Todd and Jackie, we welcome Eric F. King, founder of Studio Speaking, for a meaningful conversation on how intentional communication builds visibility, credibility, and trust in business and leadership. </p><p>Recorded during Podapalooza in June 2025, this episode explores why speaking is not about performance or perfection, but about presence, clarity, and connection. Eric shares insights from his work helping professionals strengthen their voice so they can show up with confidence in high-impact conversations, presentations, and leadership moments. </p><p>Rather than focusing on being louder or more polished, this conversation...
Ep. 39 Self Help on the Go: Psychology for a Flexible Mind | In the Groove
<p>In this episode of In the Groove with Todd and Jackie, we welcome Dr. Carrie Johansson, psychologist and author of Self Help on the Go, for a thoughtful conversation on psychological flexibility and why it matters in everyday life. </p><p>Psychological flexibility is the ability to adapt our thoughts, emotions, and behaviors in ways that support our values, well-being, and long-term growth, especially during stress, uncertainty, or change. Rather than trying to eliminate difficult thoughts or emotions, Dr. Carrie shares how learning to relate to them differently can lead to greater resilience, clarity, and emotional balance. </p><p>...
