Oct 27, 202655 minS4
What Happens When the Family Secret Blows Up Your World? (S4 -E6 ) Host : Kathryn Lancioni Guest : Katarina Polanska Episode Overview: In this compelling episode, Kathryn Lancioni sits down with Katarina Polanska, a...
About this Podcast:
What happens when life as you know it is turned upside down in an instant? Hosted by Kathryn Lancioni, a seasoned educator, communications expert, and advocate for resilience, Gut Punch is the podcast that dives into the defining moments that reshape our lives forever. Kathryn knows firsthand how quickly life can change. Through her own transformative experience, she has gained a deeper understanding of the strength it takes to navigate unexpected challenges and emerge stronger on the other side. Now, sheโs bringing those insights to the forefront in a series that celebrates the human capacity to adapt, rebuild, and thrive. In each episode, Kathryn engages with inspiring guests who have faced their own life-changing moments. From personal loss to professional upheaval, medical crises to unexpected triumphs, these stories shed light on the emotional journeys that connect us all. Listeners will discover how others have faced their โgut punchโ moments and found the courage to rebuild their lives with purpose and gratitude. ๐ ๐๐ก๐๐ญ ๐ญ๐จ ๐๐ฑ๐ฉ๐๐๐ญ ๐ข๐ง ๐๐๐๐ก ๐๐ฉ๐ข๐ฌ๐จ๐๐ ๐๐ผ๐ป๐ฒ๐๐ ๐๐ผ๐ป๐๐ฒ๐ฟ๐๐ฎ๐๐ถ๐ผ๐ป๐: Dive deep into the raw emotions and realities of life-altering events. ๐๐ฒ๐๐๐ผ๐ป๐ ๐ถ๐ป ๐ฅ๐ฒ๐๐ถ๐น๐ถ๐ฒ๐ป๐ฐ๐ฒ: Learn from the journeys of people whoโve rebuilt their lives after profound challenges. ๐๐ป๐๐ฝ๐ถ๐ฟ๐ฎ๐๐ถ๐ผ๐ป ๐ณ๐ผ๐ฟ ๐๐ฟ๐ผ๐๐๐ต: Discover how others have turned unexpected detours into opportunities for renewal and transformation. Produced by Digital Transformation Broadcast Network. https://digitaltransform.tv/
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What is The Gut Punch about?
What happens when life as you know it is turned upside down in an instant? Hosted by Kathryn Lancioni, a seasoned educator, communications expert, and advocate for resilience, Gut Punch is the podcast that dives into the defining moments that reshape our lives forever. Kathryn knows firsthand how quickly life can change.
What has The Gut Punch covered recently?
Recent episodes include "What Happens When the Family Secret Blows Up Your World?" (27 October 2026, 55 minutes), "The Seizure That Changed My Life Forever" (20 October 2026, 54 minutes), and "From Peace Corps to PTSD" (6 October 2026, 62 minutes).
How often does The Gut Punch publish?
The Gut Punch publishes roughly weekly, with episodes averaging 41 minutes.
How hard is it to get booked on The Gut Punch?
Booking probability for The Gut Punch is 30%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. The Gut Punch requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. The Gut Punch's contact route on record: public web form.
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The Gut Punch is a business podcast.
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Recent episodes
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Episode #5
The Seizure That Changed My Life Forever
Oct 20, 202654 minS4The Seizure That Changed My Life Forever (S4 -E5 ) Host : Kathryn Lancioni Guest : Michael King Episode Overview: In this powerful episode of Gut Punch , host Kathryn Lancioni sits down with Michael King, executive...
Episode #3
From Peace Corps to PTSD
Oct 6, 20261h 2mS4From Peace Corps to PTSD (S4 -E3 ) Host : Kathryn Lancioni Guest : Karestan Koenen Episode Overview: In this episode, Kathryn Lancioni welcomes Karestan Koenen, a psychologist and trauma researcher, for an in-depth...
Sep 29, 20261h 1mS4From Prison to Purpose: One Manโs Path to Redemption (S4 -E2 ) Host : Kathryn Lancioni Guest : Ken Miller Episode Overview: This weekโs conversation picks up with Ken Miller, who moves beyond sharing his recovery story...
Aug 11, 202634 minS3The Two Words That Saved My Life (And Can Save Yours Too) (S3 -E12 ) Host : Kathryn Lancioni Guest : Alan Underwood Episode Overview: Kathryn Lancioni sits down with Alan Underwood for an intimate conversation about...
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Aug 4, 202628 minS3What REALLY Happens When You Share Your Mental Health Story with the World (S3 -E11 ) Host : Kathryn Lancioni Guest : Michelle Hammer Episode Overview: Kathryn Lancioni sits down with Michelle Hammer, an outspoken...
Jul 28, 202634 minS3How One Journalist Survived a Brutal Attack and Rebuilt Her Life (S3 -E10 ) Host : Kathryn Lancioni Guest : Arbana Xharra Episode Overview: Kathryn Lancioni welcomes Arbana Xharra, a trailblazing journalist from Kosovo...
Jul 21, 202642 minS3Ignored by Doctors: How Pushing for Answers Saved My Life (S3 -E9 ) Host : Kathryn Lancioni Guest : Tiffanie Janowitz Episode Overview: In this episode of Gut Punch , Kathryn Lancioni welcomes Tiffanie Janowitz, who...
Jun 23, 202635 minS3How a Siberian Girl Defied Critics and Found Her True Voice (S3 -E8 ) Host : Kathryn Lancioni Guest : Marina Robbins Episode Overview: Kathryn Lancioni dives deep into stories of resilience and the power of voice with...
Jun 16, 202643 minS3<p>Locked Away, Left Behind, and Coming Back Stronger (S3 -E7 )</p><p>Host: Kathryn Lancioni</p><p>Guest: Andrea Parquette</p><p> </p><p>Episode Overview:</p><p>Kathryn Lancioni sits down with Andrea Parquette, the...
Jun 9, 202633 minS3<p>If You Donโt Like the Rules, Change the Game (S3 -E6 )</p><p>Host: Kathryn Lancioni</p><p>Guest: Aysha Saeed </p><p></p><p>Episode Overview:</p><p>Kathryn Lancioni sits down with acclaimed fashion designer Aysha...
Jun 2, 202636 minS3<p>Grief, Grit, and Building Hope from Heartbreak (S3 -E5 )</p><p>Host: Kathryn Lancioni</p><p>๐๐๐ฒ๐๐: Jason Reid</p><p></p><p>Episode Overview:</p><p>Kathryn Lancioni sits down with Jason Reid, a serial...
May 26, 202644 minS3<p>Uncharted Moments: How Love Survives Lifeโs Hardships (S3 -E4 )</p><p>Host: Kathryn Lancioni</p><p>Guest: Jeff Ton</p><p></p><p>Episode Overview:</p><p>What happens when the world changes overnightโand every single...
May 19, 202658 minS3<p>From Cop to Defendant How My Arrest Changed Everything (S3 -E3 )</p><p>Host: Kathryn Lancioni</p><p>Guest: Dr. Kareem Puranda </p><p></p><p>Episode Overview:</p><p>In this compelling episode of Gut Punch, Kathryn...
May 13, 202641 minS3<p>Mandyโs Gut Punch Journey from Victim to Legend (S3 -E2 )</p><p>Host: Kathryn Lancioni</p><p>Guest: Mandy Horvath</p><p></p><p>Episode Overview:</p><p>In this compelling episode of Gut Punch, Kathryn Lancioni...
Episode #1
The Untold Story Behind the Ascent
May 7, 202630 minS3<p>The Untold Story Behind the Ascent (S3 -E1 )</p><p>Host: Kathryn Lancioni</p><p>Guest: Mandy Horvath</p><p></p><p>Episode Overview:</p><p>Life can change in an instant, and no one knows this better than double...
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How Trauma Turned One Woman into a Global Advocate
Apr 28, 202629 minS2<p>How Trauma Turned One Woman into a Global Advocate (S2 -E(No episode number) )</p><p>Host: Kathryn Lancioni</p><p>Guest: Tess Millay</p><p></p><p>Episode Overview:</p><p>In this episode, Kathryn Lancioni continues...
Apr 21, 202648 minS2<p>Real Strategies for Taking Back Your Health from the System (S2 -E12 )</p><p>Host: Kathryn Lancioni</p><p>Guest: Caitlin Holcomb </p><p></p><p>Episode Overview:</p><p>Kathryn Lancione sits down with Caitlin Holcomb...
Apr 14, 202630 minS2<p>The Uber Ride That Changed Everything: A Near-Death Wakeup Call (S2 -E11 )</p><p>Host: Kathryn Lancioni</p><p>Guest: Ashli Pollard</p><p></p><p>Episode Overview:</p><p>Life can turn on a dime, and few know this...
Apr 7, 202635 minS2<p>How Getting Laid Off on Zoom Changed Everything (S2 -E10 )</p><p>Host: Kathryn Lancioni</p><p>Guest: Nora Osman</p><p></p><p>Episode Overview:</p><p>Kathryn Lancioni sits down with Nora Osman, founder and CEO of...
Recent guests
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Dr. Michael King
Lecturer in Sports Science at the University of Glasgow and Physical Performance Coach at the Scottish FA, Gustavson School of Business, University of Victoria
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Ken Miller
Florida's Funniest Comedian of 2013, winner of the Steve Harvey Stand-up Spotlight Comedy Competition, Alliance of Automotive Service Providers of New Jersey
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Alan Underwood
vice president, Golden Age Property Solutions
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Jason Reid
Serial Entrepreneur & Founder of ChooseLife.org, National Services Group, Inc.
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