Real Chat with Kat
Welcome to Real Chat with Kat — the podcast that’s all about real conversations for real transformation. I’m your host, Kat Polsinelli, and here we tackle the tough stuff — the pivots, the challenges, and the victories that shape our lives and businesses. From overcoming trauma and finding your voice to navigating life’s unexpected twists, we get raw, honest, and open with inspiring guests who share their stories of resilience, healing, and growth. Whether it’s breaking through emotional abuse, embracing self-worth, or thriving in entrepreneurship, you’ll find connection, empowerment, and tools to keep moving forward. So grab your favorite drink, settle in, and get ready for stories that hit home and conversations that make a difference. Let’s get real — together!
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Friday Oct 13, 2023
Friday Oct 13, 2023
Meet my amazing guest Alan Stevens!! He is a Profiling and Communication Specialist Extraordinaire!. Alan Stevens is an internationally acclaimed Profiling and Communication Specialist who's been featured on National TV, Radio, and in the World’s Press, and is renowned for profiling leading politicians, TV and sports stars, as well as Britain’s Royalty. In this episode, we delve into the art of profiling and why it's crucial in today's world. Discover why communication should stem from curiosity and understanding rather than ego-driven motives. Alan emphasizes that it's not about being right, but about profiling ourselves and learning about others to separate our emotions and attachments from the need to be right. Learn how understanding personality traits can lead to better, more meaningful conversations, and how ego can narrow our perspective, and why we should listen to our gut and heart rather than leading solely with our heads. This shift in approach can make all the difference in building connections and relationships. Tune in to this episode and gain invaluable insights from Alan Stevens, the expert in decoding human interaction and enhancing relationships!
Quote/Piece of Advice: What you do for yourself dies with you but what you do for others and for the community is and will always be eternal.
Connect: LinkedIn @AlanStevens or his website: www.alanstevens.com.au
Join his CampFire Project here: thecampfireproject.com.au
To connect with your host Kat:
@TheLotusEffectCoach or @KatPolsinelli
My Website: www.the-lotus-effect.com
Friday Oct 06, 2023
Friday Oct 06, 2023
Meet my beautiful guest Mary Scott! A Startup Business Consultant Extraordinaire AKA The Resource Wrangler Mary Scott is an Emmy-nominated videographer turned Business Consultant, with a passion for helping startups thrive from day one! She is the resource wrangler startups dream of. She specializes in guiding startups to do it right the first time, ensuring they connect with companies that align perfectly with their vision. In this episode, we explore the dos and don'ts of launching a startup, and Mary shares her favorite startup success stories, including the heartwarming tale of the ZPod for autistic kids. Learn the importance of thorough research, why market research should go beyond friends and family, and how to detach emotionally to see your startup from all angles. She even offers free resources and the top 15 things to avoid when starting out. Did you know that 67% of startups fail in the first 5 years? Mary is here to change that statistic! Don't miss this episode if you're an aspiring entrepreneur or startup enthusiast. Mary Scott is here to help you navigate the startup world and make your business dreams a reality!
Quote/Piece of Advice: Life is a banquet and most poor suckers are starving to death, so if you see it eat it.
Connect: LinkedIn @MaryScott or her website: www.startupsuccesslaunch.com
To connect with your host Kat:
@TheLotusEffectCoach or @KatPolsinelli
My Website: www.the-lotus-effect.com
Friday Sep 29, 2023
Friday Sep 29, 2023
Meet my wonderful guest Lisa Sakai!! A Financial Consultant & Bucket List Acceleration Expert. Lisa Sakai, is a Financial Consultant and the co-founder of One Vision Retirement. She specializes in Bucket List Acceleration, helping you turn your dreams into reality, starting today! In this episode, we dive into the art of enjoying retirement your way. Lisa shares valuable insights on exploring your long-term goals and passions by taking small steps now. Discover how to break free from societal "shoulds" and embrace what truly lights up your soul. We discuss the powerful emotions of guilt and shame that can come with saying no to the norm and pursuing a different path. It's never too late to relearn who you are and what you want in different stages of life. Don't miss this episode if you're ready to transform your aspirations into reality and start living your bucket list today!
Quote/Piece of Advice: (by Kenny Chesney) Who lives life like we do….we do. We live life the way we do, no one else.
Connect: LinkedIn @LisaSakai or her website: www.onevisionretire.com
To connect with your host Kat:
@TheLotusEffectCoach or @KatPolsinelli
My Website: www.the-lotus-effect.com
Monday Sep 25, 2023
Monday Sep 25, 2023
Meet my beautiful guest Kitti Andrews! The Decluttering Expert! Are you ready to unlock the power of decluttering for both your physical and mental space? Kitti is an international best-selling author known as "Your Thought Organizer" and also specializes in helping C-suite executives and 6-figure entrepreneurs declutter their lives and boost productivity. Discover the secrets to decluttering both your physical environment and your mind. She emphasizes starting with just one thing and understanding that clutter accumulates over time, so decluttering is a process that requires patience. Learn about her 5 pillars of decluttering and how simplifying your space can transform your life. Don't miss this episode if you're ready to declutter your life, regain control, and simplify your space for a more productive and fulfilling existence.
Quote/Piece of Advice: Your clutter did not accumulate overnight and it will not go away overnight. Cut yourself some slack and just start with 1 piece at a time.
Connect: All social media platforms @KittiAndrews or check out her Youtube Channel: Delcutter the Brain
Her website: www.declutterthebrain.com
To connect with your host Kat:
@TheLotusEffectCoach or @KatPolsinelli
My Website: www.the-lotus-effect.com
Friday Sep 22, 2023
Friday Sep 22, 2023
Meet my wonderful guest Brad Walsh!!! A Photographer, Podcast Host, and Women’s Empowerment Advocate. Join us for an inspiring conversation with Brad Walsh, a talented boudoir photographer in Toronto, Canada, and the host of a remarkable podcast dedicated to empowering women. Brad is not just a photographer; he's a published #1 International Best Selling Author and a podcast host and producer who found his calling in inspiring others during the pandemic. His platform, EMPOWEROGRAPHY, amplifies the voices of strong, inspired, and dynamic women, sharing their stories of success, triumph, resiliency, and transformation. In a world where appearances often overshadow authenticity, Brad asks a powerful question: Does the photo of you truly reflect the real you? Join us in this enlightening episode, and let's explore how photography can be a path to self-confidence, empowerment, and authenticity.
Quote/Piece of Advice: Overthinking is the art of creating problems that don’t exist.
Connect: on IG @EmpowerographyPodcast or FB Group @ The Empowerography Lounge
His Podcast: Empowerography Podcast
To connect with your host Kat:
@TheLotusEffectCoach or @KatPolsinelli
My Website: www.the-lotus-effect.com
Monday Sep 18, 2023
Monday Sep 18, 2023
Meet my fantastic guest Taresa Scott!! A learning and program development strategist. Taresa is on a mission to transform how companies approach learning solutions. With over 6 years of experience, she has been instrumental in helping fractional HR and talent development leaders design, develop, and deliver engaging online learning solutions. Her expertise ensures that professionals not only acquire knowledge but also absorb, retain, and apply essential skills in their roles. In this episode, we delve into the art of effective communication and training. Taresa shares insights on approaching others with curiosity, understanding the diverse learning preferences of individuals, and the importance of delivering training in bite-sized, digestible pieces. Discover the secrets to creating learning experiences that truly resonate with your team and drive results in this episode!
Quote/Piece of Advice: (Benjamin Franklin) Tell me and I forget, teach me and I may remember, evolve me and I will learn.
Connect: on LinkedIn @TaresaScott
To connect with your host Kat:
@TheLotusEffectCoach or @KatPolsinelli
My Website: www.the-lotus-effect.com
Friday Sep 15, 2023
Friday Sep 15, 2023
Meet my special guest Melissa Deally!! Melissa Deally is an Integrative Mind Body Health Practitioner, NLP expert, Timeline Therapy specialist, and Hypnotherapy teacher. She is on a mission to help you discover the root cause of your health issues and achieve true healing while detoxing your physical, mental, and emotional well-being. In this episode, Melissa delves deep into the impact of daily toxins on our bodies and how they affect our overall health. She firmly believes that our aches, pains, and symptoms are signals from our bodies, urging us to pay attention. It's time to become more body-aware, take control, and reduce our dependence on medications as the first solution. Don't miss out on this one!
Quote/Piece of Advice: (your new mantra) Due to personal reasons, I am going to be successful at everything I do.
#2 Just start now…it’s never too late and it’s never too early.
Connect: Her website: www.yourguidedhealthjourney.com
Free Quiz: Your Toxic Load
Her Podcast: Don't Wait for Your Wake up Call
To connect with your host Kat:
@TheLotusEffectCoach or @KatPolsinelli
My Website: www.the-lotus-effect.com
Monday Sep 11, 2023
Monday Sep 11, 2023
Meet my special guest Sally Lotz!! An Author, Mentor, and Writing Coach. With four books under her belt and an honorable mention in the 2021 Writer’s Digest Short Story Contest, Sally's expertise shines through. She's also a passionate mentor, helping others discover the magic of creating with words. Sally's passion for writing has taken her on an incredible journey, and now she's here to guide you through the process. Join us for this episode where Sally shares her insights on managing your time effectively, overcoming writer's block, and the profound impact your book can have on someone else's life—it could be their survival manual!
Quote/Piece of Advice: Do not let your past define you, let it refine you.
Connect: on LinkedIn @SallyLotz or visit her website www.sallylotz.com
To connect with your host Kat:
@TheLotusEffectCoach or @KatPolsinelli
My Website: www.the-lotus-effect.com
Friday Sep 08, 2023
Friday Sep 08, 2023
Meet my wonderful and special guest Vanessa Beard! Empowering Corporate Moms to Chase Their Dreams. Vanessa is a firm advocate for taking those first steps to make your business legitimate, setting the foundation for success down the road. Her path, from climbing the corporate ladder to starting not one but two successful businesses, is a testament to her belief that corporate moms can have it all. In this episode, we discuss the importance of creating a business from your own perspective and the value of starting as a side hustle before taking the leap full-time.So join us in this empowering episode and discover the connections and guidance you need to transition from the corporate world to building the business of your dreams, without feeling overwhelmed.
Quote/Piece of Advice: Just start! Start somewhere, start anywhere, start messy….but just start. You will regret more by not starting versus just starting and figuring it out.
Connect: on FB or IG @VanessaNoelBeard OR join her Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/ditchyourcorporatejob/
To connect with your host Kat:
@TheLotusEffectCoach or @KatPolsinelli
My Website: www.the-lotus-effect.com
Friday Sep 01, 2023
Friday Sep 01, 2023
Meet my beautiful special guest Dena Farash!! Dena is the Founder of The Mindful Mom Revolution and a dynamic force to be reckoned with. The Mindful Mom Revolution is more than a platform—it's a movement that encourages mothers to deliberately create community, inspiration, and progress. Dena's use of mindfulness, meditation, and grit has positioned her as a strong voice in both motherhood and the online business sphere. In this episode, we delve into the power of owning your truth, embracing your evolution, and giving yourself the grace to be imperfect. 🌱 Discover how to run a business while raising kids, finding space for yourself, and tuning out external noise. Tune in now and start your journey toward embracing authenticity and evolution!
Quote/Piece of Advice: 1. If you cannot figure out the solution, it is not a problem.
2. Be generous with your money but be more generous with your time.
Connect: On FB @DenaFarash or her FB Group: Mindful Mom Revolution
Her website: www.denafarash.com
To connect with your host Kat:
@TheLotusEffectCoach or @KatPolsinelli
My Website: www.the-lotus-effect.com
Who is Kat?
From stepping onto a stage at 10 years old to stepping out of a decade-long abusive relationship, Kat Polsinelli’s journey is one of resilience and transformation. Now a sought-after speaker, bestselling co-author, and host of Real Chat with Kat—a top 10% globally ranked podcast airing on four radio stations and 2 public TV stations—she is on a mission to shed light on the unseen wounds of emotional and psychological abuse while empowering others to reclaim their strength.
A survivor of domestic violence, PTSD, and single motherhood at 16, Kat speaks with raw honesty about the lasting impact of trauma, the power of boundaries, and how self-worth plays a critical role in healing. Through her personal story of leaving and rebuilding, she challenges audiences to rethink what they know about abusive relationships, fostering a deeper understanding of the complexities survivors face.
Kat’s powerful voice has made her a sought-after speaker for colleges, healthcare professionals, and law enforcement, equipping them with the knowledge to support survivors and create meaningful change. She has been featured in NashvilleVoyager, CanvasRebel, and Her Nation and has taken the stage at universities, domestic violence awareness events, and criminal justice panels. With a no-nonsense approach and a compassionate heart, Kat sparks conversations, challenges perspectives, and brings light to even the darkest moments.