Shift Shift Bloom

ActuallyQuiteNice, INC and TCOM Studios

Shift Shift Bloom is a podcast examining how people change, why they change, and how they sustain the changes that are most important to them in their everyday lives. Our guests consider themselves change makers, change embracers and change resistors — we’re all somewhere on that spectrum at different times in our lives, aren’t we? Conversations with host Kristen Cerelli explore the impact of mindset, personality, life circumstances, communities of support and sources of inspiration on the process of transformation. Illuminating how change can be both deeply personal and profoundly universal is the show's guiding principle. Shift Shift Bloom is produced by host Kristen Cerelli and audio engineer Timothy Fall at ActuallyQuiteNice, a full-service media studio. They develop the show in collaboration with Dr. John Lyons, Director of both The Center for Innovation in Population Health at The University of Kentucky, and The Praed Foundation, which supports the development and dissemination of systems improvement strategies called Transformational Collaborative Outcomes Management, or TCOM. Online at https://praedfoundation.org, https://tcomconversations.org and https://iph.uky.edu. read less
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Episodes

When the Waters Rose: Fighting for Family and Community After the Eastern Kentucky Flood
Jul 18 2024
When the Waters Rose: Fighting for Family and Community After the Eastern Kentucky Flood
Show Notes: "When the Waters Rose: Fighting for Family and Community After the Eastern Kentucky Flood"Episode Summary: In this compelling episode, host Kristen sits down with Perry County resident Brian Lucas to discuss his harrowing experience during the devastating floods in Eastern Kentucky in July 2022. Brian, a clinical engineering director for Appalachian Regional Healthcare, shares his extraordinary story of survival, resilience, and determination as he and his family faced unprecedented natural disaster. This episode also features insights from Dr. Gavin Rienne, a social epidemiologist, who provides expert analysis on disaster recovery and the importance of community resilience.Key Moments:Introduction to the Floods [00:00:00]: Kristen sets the scene, describing the severe flooding that ravaged Eastern Kentucky, focusing on the hardest-hit counties.Brian’s Story Begins [00:00:26]: Brian recounts the days leading up to the flood and the initial moments when he realized the severity of the situation.Escape and Survival [00:01:54]: Brian details the chaos of escaping his flooded home with his family and the steps he took to ensure their safety.Community and Resilience [00:39:13]: Brian discusses the impact of the flood on his community and his determination to rebuild and support his neighbors.Impact on Children [00:35:40]: Brian talks about the psychological effects of the disaster on his children and the community's younger members.Expert Insights with Dr. Gavin Rienne:Paperwork and Insurance Struggles [00:25:25]: Dr. Rienne explains the systemic challenges disaster survivors face with insurance claims and paperwork.Community Resilience [00:39:13]: Dr. Rienne discusses the importance of community resilience and the need for better disaster preparedness and response.Impact on Children [00:35:40]: Dr. Rienne provides insights into the long-term effects of disasters on children’s mental health and the critical support systems needed for recovery.Additional Topics Covered:Brian’s Heroic Actions: Brian shares the moment-to-moment decisions he made to save his family and help his neighbors during the flood.Rebuilding Lives: The process of starting over from scratch and the community’s role in recovery.Policy and Preparedness: Discussion on what can be done to better prepare for future natural disasters.Quotes:“We weren't ever going to go back to where we were. We were starting over, and you have to take one day, one hour, one minute at a time if that's what it takes.” - Brian Lucas“Disasters are local, and how a disaster affects a neighborhood in Area Code A may look entirely different than Area Code B.” - Dr. Gavin RienneResources and Links:Appalachian Regional HealthcareCenter for Innovation in Population HealthWashington State Governor's Interagency Council on Health DisparitiesCall to Action: If you were moved by Brian’s story and Dr. Rienne's insights, consider supporting disaster relief efforts in your community or donating to organizations focused on disaster preparedness and recovery.Contact and Social Media:Visit our website: www.shiftshiftbloom.com
Harnessing the Healing Power of Horses: An Insightful Journey with Belle Shook
May 7 2024
Harnessing the Healing Power of Horses: An Insightful Journey with Belle Shook
About this episode:In this inaugural episode of Shift Shift Bloom's second season, host Kristen Cerelli delves into the transformative world of equine therapy with Belle Shook, a former professional counselor turned equine guidance expert. Belle shares her journey from conventional talk therapy to founding Equine Guidance, a unique ranch in Arizona’s Verde Valley, where American Bashkir curly horses aid individuals in healing and personal development. This episode also features expert analysis from Dr. Kimberly Tumlin, founder of the Equine Assisted Collaborative for Health.About our guest:Belle Shook has trained in the science of healing, and is also an intuitive therapist and coach who focuses on personal development, clarity after trauma, and spiritual interconnectedness. Pioneers in the field of equine therapy, Belle and the herd of Bashkir Curly horses, Salsa, Penny, and Mimi, assist people in accessing and developing their potential for living lives of greater health and happiness. Where to find our guest(s) online:Belle's Website @equine_guidance on Instagram @BelleEquine on Twitter Other Resources Mentioned:Bessel Van Der Kolk, MDPeter Levine, PhDSomatic Experiencing InternationalStephen Porges, PhDPolyvagal InstituteFight, Flight, Freeze and Fawn ResponsesKimberly Tumlin, PhDAdditional Resources:TCOMThe Praed FoundationIPH CenterCredits:All content Copyright ActuallyQuiteNice, Inc & TCOM Studios, 2022-2024Cover art by @jacksonfallMusic by Ray Wyssman, The Simoleons, and Kristen Cerelli
EP9: Strip Down the Layers, with Method Actors Gabe Fazio and Brandy Hotchner
Apr 18 2022
EP9: Strip Down the Layers, with Method Actors Gabe Fazio and Brandy Hotchner
About this episode:When Dr. John Lyons casually mentioned to host Kristen Cerelli that he'd be interested in hearing what method actors had to say about the process of transformation, Kristen knew just who to call. Enter actor Gabe Fazio and teacher of actors Brandy Hotchner, who share their well worn input on the subject. About our guests:A native of Long Island, Gabe Fazio epitomizes the passion and sacrifice of the working actor. A lifetime member of The Actors Studio in NYC, Gabe works steadily in theatre, film and television. He originated the role of Mark in Lyle Kessler's play First Born and has appeared on Law & Order, Blue Bloods and Homeland, as well as in the films A Place Beyond the Pines and A Star is Born. Gabe's invisible work with Mark Ruffalo in the HBO series I Know This Much Is True was much lauded by director Derek Cianfrance and writer Wally Lamb. After 10 years as a struggling working actor in NYC, Brandy moved to Arizona in 2002. She was just passing through on her way to Los Angeles. New York, after 9/11, had lost its romance and she longed to get back out West. She never made it to LA. During Brandy’s first week in Arizona, she met her husband and now has a family, raising two teenage boys. That was an act of true providence. Brandy often says, “I would not be coaching if life had not interfered with my plans.” Today, she is the owner and Artistic Director of the region's top acting school, Arizona Actors Academy. Where to find Gabe Fazio & Brandy Hotchner online:Gabe's IMBD PageBrandy's Acting SchoolOther Resources Mentioned:The Actors StudioHow Stanislavski Reinvented ActingLee Strasberg & The MethodInfluential Acting TeachersGabe's Invisible Acting in on HBOImagination, Creativity & AgingMethod or Madness lectures & bookStanislavski in Rehearsal bookGuardian Article on Elitism in TheatreWe See You White American TheatreAdditional Resources:TCOMThe Praed FoundationIPH CenterBecome a Supporter:If you like what you...
EP7: Imagine Your Money Is Gone, with Cynthia Alpan
Mar 28 2022
EP7: Imagine Your Money Is Gone, with Cynthia Alpan
About this episode:Cynthia Alpan knows money. She dedicated her career to understanding financial markets and advising others as they planned their fiscal goals. But her knowledge took a backseat to the wishful belief that what happened in her homeland of Lebanon would not and could not happen. Practically overnight, everything changed. Her story sheds light on the immense losses -- of money, access, safety, and future dreams -- now facing Cynthia and millions like her, and reminds us to find gratitude in the small things.About our guest:Lebanese native Cynthia Alpan came to the United States to attend college, and came to love the American way, working her way up the ladder in the financial services industry. In the late 1990s, love and motherhood brought her back to Lebanon, and she's still there today, struggling through one of the worst economic crises the world has ever seen. Where to find Cynthia Alpan online:LinkedInOther Resources Mentioned:Lebanese Civil WarLebanon's Financial CrisisA Day in The Life of a Lebanese CitizenLebanon's Political SystemWomen's Role in LebanonBeirut ExplosionMore on the ExplosionInteractive Timeline     Sultans of the Ottoman EmpireTo Donate to Cynthia's Select Causes:Children's Cancer Center of LebanonWorld Venture Refugee Ministries (Select Project 4000-045/Hutcherson)Adyan FoundationOther Ways to DonateAdditional Resources:TCOMThe Praed FoundationIPH CenterBecome a Supporter:If you like what you hear, please consider making a donation on our Patreon site!Credits:All content Copyright
EP4: Take That Chance (Part One), with Juliana Barton
Mar 7 2022
EP4: Take That Chance (Part One), with Juliana Barton
About this episode:Juliana Barton, a foster care alumna with big dreams, has never wanted pity, she's only ever wanted to be seen for her talents, abilities and wholeness. In the face of childhood abuse, epic systemic injustice and heart-wrenching family tragedy, she epitomizes strength, resilience, grit and grace. Juliana's unbroken spirit echoes in her words, her commitments and her advocacy, and it will astound you.About our guest:From child abuse survivor and misunderstood teen to advocate and aspiring physician, Juliana Barton’s journey has been punctuated with tremendous adversity. One thing, however, has remained consistent: her commitment to serving her community. After enduring a tumultuous upbringing, she entered the foster care system, where she remained until aging out. Despite facing new challenges as a young adult, Juliana was steadfast in her determination to change her narrative. In addition to pursuing a career in medicine, she is a passionate speaker about the child welfare system. As the governmental liaison for ACTION Ohio, she has served on numerous panels, presentations, and advocacy campaigns. She is also a member of Governor DeWine’s Advisory Council on Children Services Transformation and the Ohio Department of Medicaid OhioRISE Advisory Committee. Juliana encourages others with her message—never overlook the power of transformation. Where to find Juliana Barton online:LinkedInOther Resources Mentioned:OH Children Services Transformation Advisory Council  Ohio CASADomestic Violence AdvocateEmancipation in Foster CareAging out of Foster CareChild TrendsStigma in Foster Care SystemFamily FindingTCOM YouTube Channel Heuristic of the Month: You Can't Manage What You Can't MeasureAdditional Resources:TCOMThe Praed Foundation