Fueling Your Why: The Key to Motivation w/ Amanda McKinney - EP 97
Release Date: 06/12/2025
Cracking the Leadership Code with Katy McFee - EP 124
Inspiring Possible
Welcome to a powerful new episode of ! This week, host Christy Pennison is joined by executive coach and leadership expert Katy McFee for a candid conversation about breaking through career barriers and unlocking new levels of success—especially for women aiming for senior leadership roles. Are you feeling stuck in your career, craving a change, or eyeing a promotion but unsure how to get there? This episode is your roadmap. Katy McFee shares the winding journey that led her from a challenging corporate climb to launching her own business dedicated to empowering women to crack the...
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Living the Dream Through Reading, Faith, and Service with Ingrid F. Johnson - EP 123
Inspiring Possible
Welcome to a brand new year of Inspiring Possible with host Christy Pennison! In this uplifting episode, Christy Pennison sits down with attorney, entrepreneur, and community leader Ingrid F. Johnson to share her incredible journey from visiting her father in prison at age eight to living her lifelong dream of becoming an attorney and inspiring others in her own hometown. Ingrid dives into how books—and a deep faith—helped her navigate life’s biggest obstacles, from being the first in her family to pursue higher education, to building a successful law career, and later launching her...
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How to Pause, Reset, and Reimagine Your Possibilities in 2026 - EP 122
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Welcome to a new year and a fresh episode of Inspiring Possible with Christy Pennison! In this heartfelt solo episode, Christy shares her personal reflections on stepping into 2026, offering encouragement, practical questions, and inspiration to help you start your year with clarity and intention. Instead of focusing just on goals and resolutions, Christy invites you to rethink how you approach the new year. What season of life are you in? What do you want to feel more of, and what is it time to let go of? Christy opens up about her own journey: balancing ambition with presence, learning the...
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Breaking Free from Burnout with Wendy Meadows – EP 121
Inspiring Possible
What if the reason you feel exhausted, overwhelmed, or stuck isn’t because you’re doing something wrong— but because you’ve been running on empty for too long? In this episode of Inspiring Possible, Christy Pennison is joined by family law attorney, life coach, mediator, and bestselling author Wendy Meadows for an honest and empowering conversation about burnout, personal transformation, and reclaiming energy, purpose, and joy. Together, Christy and Wendy explore: How burnout can hide behind external success and “checked boxes” Why small, intentional steps—like exercise,...
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The 3 P’s of Possible: The Power of Pursuing – EP 120 (Part 3)
Inspiring Possible
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The 3 P’s of Possible: The Power of Pausing - EP 119 (Part 2)
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Three P’s of Possible - Ep. 118 (Part 1)
Inspiring Possible
You know life moves fast—but when was the last time you truly paused to reflect? In this inspiring solo episode, Christy Pennison shares her journey of intentional slowing down and introduces the first of her Three P’s of Possible — Pondering. Christy dives into the power of creating space for reflection, clarity, and inner listening, even in the middle of life’s busyness. Through personal stories and actionable tips, she walks listeners through a transformative leadership retreat experience where silence and stillness sparked profound insight. One question in particular changed the...
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Living on Autopilot? Here’s How to Take the Wheel Again with Laura Elorza Isaza - EP 117
Inspiring Possible
What if the reason you feel stuck isn’t because you’re doing something wrong— but because you’ve been living life on autopilot for too long? In this episode of Inspiring Possible, Christy Pennison is joined by clinical psychologist Laura Elorza Isaza for an honest and empowering conversation about what happens when we stop living with intention—and how to reclaim awareness, presence, and joy in everyday life. Together, Christy and Laura explore: How autopilot habits—like overworking, mindless scrolling, or numbing out—often serve as coping mechanisms Why true change starts...
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Overcoming the Odds: Episode 116
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Overcoming the Crash Through Healing, Purpose and Possibility
Inspiring Possible
Overcoming the Crash: Healing, Purpose & Possibility Could a devastating accident become the catalyst for a life filled with resilience, reinvention, and purpose? In this week’s episode, Christy Pennison welcomes Sheryl Ramstead, survivor, advocate, and author of Living Life Full Throttle, for an inspiring conversation about overcoming tragedy, finding meaning, and embracing new beginnings. Together, they explore: Sheryl’s life-changing solo flight crash at age 29 and the long, difficult recovery that followed The physical, emotional, and psychological challenges of...
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In Episode 97, Christy Pennison sits down with accountability coach Amanda McKinney for a candid conversation about what it truly takes to turn intentions into action. Whether you're feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or battling procrastination, this episode offers practical wisdom to help you gain clarity and build momentum.
Together, Christy and Amanda discuss:
- How to stay flexible and adjust your plan when things don’t go as expected
- The importance of knowing yourself and customizing accountability to fit your needs
- Why action—not just intention—is key to making progress
- The role of self-awareness in breaking through procrastination and overwhelm
- How the right support system can help you stay consistent and motivated
Take a moment to reflect: What support do you need to take your next step? What’s worked for you before? And what might it cost you to stay where you are?
Tune in for the full conversation and be inspired to take action toward what’s possible!
For more information on this episode, visit christypennison.com/fueling-your-why-key-to-motivation.
Visit amandamckinney.com for more information about Amanda, her podcast, and recent book! Check out her #1 Free Resource here, and be sure to connect with her on Instagram and LinkedIn.