Change Happened Then what?
Change Happened, Then What? is a narrative podcast hosted by Heather Holt, focused on what happens after life-altering change. Each episode explores real human stories of grief, resilience, healing, identity shifts, and reinvention. Rather than traditional interviews, these conversations unfold as guided storytelling — thoughtful, emotionally grounded, and centered on lived experience. Host Heather Holt approaches every episode with care, allowing guests to share openly without pressure or performance. The result is a story-driven podcast that values depth over noise and reflection over quick answers. This show is for listeners navigating: Life after loss or trauma Suicide survival and grief Mental health and emotional recovery Life after diagnosis Identity shifts and second beginnings Parenting, partnership, and personal reinvention Change Happened, Then What? does not avoid hard topics — but every story is approached with steadiness, compassion, and humanity. If you’ve ever found yourself quietly asking “What now?” after something changed your life, this podcast was made for you. New episodes feature real conversations, lived experiences, and the reminder that even after everything shifts, your story is not over.
Episodes
An introduction to a new podcast that will be starting in the spring of 2025 where I will be interviewing guests to talk about topics that typically don't like to be discussed out loud. and how we all found our way out of those dark places with in ourselves and learned to smile again. We will cry, laugh and swear our way through to your heart and hopefully help you find some inspiration along the way.
If you'd like to support the s...In this season, I'll share stories from those who helped me through tough times. These people, whom I met by chance and have become long-time friends, prove it takes a village to navigate life. Let's make our village vibrant and expansive again. I hope these stories bring you hope and inspiration.
If you'd like to support the show, just click the link Be a part of the change happened community To join our mailing list and learn ...Join Heather Holt in "Change Happened, Then What?", where she and her guests share transformative moments that led to personal growth and revelations. Through engaging stories, Heather explores the power of intuition, sharing her journey from audio engineering to podcasting. Each episode offers inspiring narratives, healing and hope, and a special meditation session for listeners. Tune in to explore these profound experiences and h...
In this powerful debut episode of Change Happened, Then What?, I sit down with Jeannie Lynch—a mother, spiritual coach, and dear friend—to share her moving story of grief, healing, and spiritual resilience after the sudden loss of her 8-year-old daughter, Ila.
Jeannie opens up about navigating the emotional toll of child loss, staying spiritually connected to her daughter, and the daily practice of choosing hope over despair. Her j...
In this uplifting debut of Smile Drops, Heather Holt delivers a heartfelt dose of motivation and joy to help you face life’s challenges with courage and confidence. Inspired by real-life moments and encouraging words, this bite-sized episode reminds us that even the smallest step forward can lead to something beautiful.
Whether you're chasing a dream, navigating change, or just need a moment of light, this episode will leave you sm...
In Episode 2 of Change Happened, Then What?, Cynthea shares her deeply personal journey of surviving trauma, navigating PTSD, and ultimately rediscovering love. After being abducted and assaulted as a teenager, she faced unimaginable pain—but also found extraordinary resilience.
This powerful conversation explores how trauma impacts the mind and body, the long road to emotional healing, and how Cynthea turned her pain into purpose....
In this special Smile Drops episode of Change Happened, Then What?, host Heather Holt introduces her two beloved dogs—Waylon and Dalton. These lab mix fur-babies are more than just studio mascots—they’re snoring, slobbery, tail-wagging bundles of joy.
You’ll laugh along as we share their quirks (like barking at delivery drivers and carrying pillows everywhere) and explore fun and fascinating dog facts, like why dogs spin before the...
In this deeply moving episode of Change Happened, Then What?, host Heather Holt sits down with Julie—an adoptive mother of four, trauma-informed parenting advocate, and the heart behind Harmony at Last.
Julie opens up about her journey from corporate engineer to entrepreneur, from adopting children with unique emotional needs to being diagnosed with Complex PTSD (CPTSD) herself. She shares how energy healing, therapy, and self-disc...
In this powerful episode of Change Happened, Then What?, Brooke shares the story she never told at the bar—her private journey through trauma, survival, and healing. She opens up about being stalked and sexually assaulted in college, living with chronic pain from Trigeminal Neuralgia (often called the “suicide disease”), and what it means to carry invisible wounds.
Brooke’s story is one of incredible strength, vulnerability, and ...
Welcome to Smile Drops—a short and sweet dose of joy from Holt Hill Studios. These bite-sized episodes are designed to lift your spirits, warm your heart, and maybe even spark a giggle (or a snort-laugh, we don’t judge).
In this episode, we’re talking about change—yep, that unpredictable, sometimes messy, often magical force that keeps life moving. Host Heather Holt shares personal reflections, a few fun facts (did you know your ta...
What happens when your identity shifts—and you finally stop apologizing for who you are?
In this inspiring episode of Change Happened, Then What?, Heather Holt talks with Taraleigh Weathers—ADHD advocate, writer, dancer, and DJ—about the journey from self-doubt to radical self-love. Taraleigh shares how ADHD shaped her life, from childhood struggles with focus to dancing for the NBA and building a healing DJ experience that celeb...
In this witty and heartwarming Smile Drops episode, Heather Holt explores the liberating power of saying no—with love, humor, and a healthy dose of self-awareness. From skipping “optional” Zoom meetings to prioritizing sock-drawer serenity over social pressure, this mini-episode celebrates the joy of boundaries and the magic of self-respect.
Whether you're a recovering people-pleaser or just tired of overcommitting, this short and ...
What happens when art becomes your lifeline—and transformation finds you on the road?
In this episode of Change Happened, Then What?, Heather Holt talks with queer artist, musician, and long-haul truck driver Ericc Cram, whose journey is anything but ordinary. From surviving a hostile upbringing to using creativity as a healing tool, Ericc’s story is one of reinvention through art, storytelling, and resilience.
Discover how he ...
Welcome to Smile Drops—your bi-weekly dose of humor, nostalgia, and relatable chaos, served fresh from the produce aisle of life. In this mini-episode, we explore the weird and wonderful world of grocery store psychology. From forgotten lists and fluorescent lighting to avocado anxiety and self-checkout drama, host Heather Holt takes us on a lighthearted stroll down the aisles of modern food shopping.
Along the way, you'll hear:
In Episode 7 of Change Happened, Then What?, we meet Jen—a bold, fast-talking woman navigating ADHD, motherhood, and grief with humor and heart. Diagnosed with ADHD as a child, Jen opens up about impulsivity, work anxiety, and the deep pain of losing her father to throat cancer.
From feeling “too much” to realizing she was just misunderstood, Jen’s story reveals how neurodivergent minds survive—and thrive—in a world that isn’t al...
Ever met someone and felt like you’ve known them forever—even though you just locked eyes over a latte at Target? In this short Smile Drop episode, Heather Holt explores the magic of soul connections, the strangers who feel strangely familiar, and the people who show up in our lives like cosmic gifts (or warm cookies out of the oven).
With cameos from her loyal dogs Waylon and Dalton—and a few well-timed barks—this story is part re...
In this bite-sized bonus episode of Change Happened, Then What?, Heather Holt serves up a 5-minute celebration of America’s quirks, courage, and comedic history. From Jefferson’s iconic mic drop to John Adams confidently getting the date wrong, this Smile Drop takes you behind the scenes of July 4th with humor, heart, and a splash of sarcasm.
Whether you’re dodging fireworks, eating questionable potato salad, or trying to keep your...
What happens when cancer, caregiving, humor, and love collide? In this extended episode of Change Happened, Then What?, I sit down with Tim and Candy—partners whose nine-year cancer battle wasn’t just about illness and hospitals. It’s a messy, funny, heartbreaking, and deeply human love story that spans dark humor in operating rooms, caregiver exhaustion, aggressive treatment decisions, and an unwavering commitment to each other.
<...At 49, Natalie was told she'd likely never recover from a traumatic brain injury. Doctors gave her no hope. But she had other plans. In this powerful episode, Natalie shares how she defied every expectation, rewired her brain through neuroplasticity, and discovered a deeper purpose rooted in radical self-love, spiritual growth, and the decision to just “be love.”
A story of heartbreak, healing, and hope—this is one you won't forget...
Welcome back to Smile Drops, the podcast equivalent of finding fries at the bottom of the bag or scoring the front parking spot on a rainy day. I'm your host, Heather Holt—audio storyteller, snack realist, and soon-to-be grandma—here with another bite-sized, brutally honest look at life.
In this hilarious and heartfelt episode, we explore why growing up is the biggest scam of them all. From midnight Googles about weird pains, to wo...
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