The Real Shift Show

In this episode of The Real Shift Show, co-hosts Anna Crowe and Katy Temple sit down with Samantha Skelly — breathwork expert, entrepreneur, speaker, and host of the Can’t Be Contained podcast.
Through breathwork and somatic healing, Samantha has helped thousands of people reconnect with their bodies, release emotional patterns, and step into a more authentic version of themselves.
Her work focuses on identifying and removing the internal “templates” that keep people stuck — the beliefs that say you’re not worthy, you’re not good enough, or you can’t do that.
Samantha believes the key to transformation isn’t forcing change — it’s releasing what no longer serves you so your true self can emerge.
She also shares a powerful vision for bringing breathwork into new spaces — including churches — where she believes people can experience spirituality and connection through the breath itself.
In this episode, we talk about:
What breathwork actually is — and why it’s becoming so powerful• How emotional patterns and trauma are stored in the body• The “templates” that keep people feeling stuck or limited• Why somatic healing works differently than traditional talk therapy• The connection between breath, healing, and authenticity• How releasing internal blocks allows people to live more freely• Why breathwork can help people reconnect with spirituality and themselves
A line you’ll remember:
“The containment comes from the old templates — the stories that say you’re not worthy or good enough.”
Samantha reminds us that when we release the patterns that keep us small, we create space to live more meaningful, expansive lives.
Learn more about Samantha Skelly:https://www.samanthaskelly.com
Follow Samantha Skelly:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/samanthaskelly
🎙 Can’t Be Contained Podcast — available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all major platforms.
👇 Join the conversation:What part of Samantha’s conversation resonated with you most?What shift are you currently working through in your own life?What moved you about what Samantha shared?
 

In this episode of The Real Shift Show, co-hosts Anna Crowe and Katy Temple sit down with @Damona Hoffman — certified dating coach, media personality, and author of F the Fairy Tale: Rewrite the Dating Myths and Live Your Own Love Story.
For more than 15 years, Damona has helped people break free from outdated relationship narratives and build authentic connections rooted in self-awareness, intention, and clarity.
You may have seen her on The Drew Barrymore Show or Access Daily with Mario Lopez, where she shares practical insights on modern dating, relationships, and communication. In this conversation, Damona explores the real shift many people need to make in love: moving away from external “rules” about dating and toward understanding who you are, what you value, and how you want a relationship to feel.
From online dating culture to intuition, relationship patterns, and the evolving dynamics between men and women today, this episode dives deep into how modern love really works. In this episode, we talk about:
Why most dating advice focuses on “rules” — and why those rules don’t work
The hidden narratives we carry about love from fairy tales, rom-coms, and past relationships • Why clarity about who you are changes everything in dating
The biggest shifts happening in modern dating culture today
How the speed and volume of dating apps impact real connection
The importance of intuition and learning to trust your inner signals
Why empathy may be the most missing ingredient in relationships today
How relationship skills apply far beyond dating — including in leadership and the workplace A line you’ll remember: “The person you choose to partner with is the most important decision you will ever make in your life.”
Damona reminds us that authentic love doesn’t happen by accident — it comes from awareness, courage, and the willingness to challenge the stories we’ve inherited about relationships.
Learn more about Damona Hoffman: https://damonahoffman.com Follow Damona Hoffman: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/damonahoffman/ 📘 F the Fairy Tale: Rewrite the Dating Myths and Live Your Own Love Story — available wherever books are sold. 👇
Join the conversation: What belief about love have you had to unlearn? What shift helped you move closer to authentic connection? What moved you about what Damona said?

What if the real shift isn’t “fake it till you make it”… but feel it till you make it?
In this episode of The Real Shift Show, co-hosts Anna Crowe and Katy Temple sit down with Matt Cooke - manifestation coach, international speaker, and author of Beyond Wanting: The Art of True Manifestation (published November 11, 2025).
Matt is known for bridging modern spirituality with neuroscience and practical tools - and he breaks down manifestation in a way that’s grounded, clear, and (refreshingly) not fluffy.
Matt also shares the identity shift that changed his life: how he went from nearly a decade in real estate to this work - sparked by one unexpected question: “I didn’t ask what you do… I asked who you are.” (And the moments that followed took him somewhere he never could’ve planned.)
In this episode, we talk about:
Why “wanting” equals lack — and how that blocks what you’re trying to create• The difference between faking a future and feeling it in your body• How the subconscious responds to imagined experiences (hello, nightmares 👀)• Manifestation as probability + intention — what’s realistic, and what’s not• The power of observation: where your attention goes, your life follows• Getting unstuck: reframing limiting beliefs, curiosity, and daily consistency• The “mirror” metaphor: why you don’t attract what you want — you attract who you’re being
A line you’ll remember:“You’re not your thoughts. You’re the observer.”
Follow Matt Cooke: https://www.instagram.com/mattcookecoach/, https://www.mattcooke.me/ 👇 Join the conversation: What part of Matt's story resonated most with you? Tell us in the comments.
 
 

In this episode of The Real Shift Show, co-hosts Anna Crowe and Katy Temple sit down with Treger Strasberg — entrepreneur, philanthropist, and founder of Humble Design, a nonprofit transforming empty houses into fully furnished homes for individuals and families emerging from homelessness.
Humble Design doesn’t just donate furniture. They design and install beautiful, dignified living spaces — complete with beds, couches, art, and kitchen essentials — giving people a true fresh start. Their mission is rooted in one powerful belief: that everyone deserves a safe, welcoming home.
Together, we unpack what happens when belief becomes behavior — and when empathy moves beyond words into real-world impact. Treger shares the shifts that shaped her journey — from business success to redefining what leadership, dignity, and legacy truly mean. This conversation is about more than philanthropy. It’s about courage. Reinvention. And choosing to live aligned with your values.
In this episode, we talk about:
Turning empathy into tangible, measurable action
The shift from business success to purpose-driven impact
Why dignity matters in conversations about homelessness
Leading with compassion — without losing strength
The small, consistent shifts that create meaningful change
Redefining legacy through service Treger reminds us that transformation doesn’t always start with a grand gesture — sometimes it begins with one consistent act of compassion.
Learn more about Humble Design: https://www.humbledesign.org/ IG @humbledesignsandiego @humbledesignchicaco ‪@HumbleDesign @humbledesigndetroit @humbledesigncleveland
👇 Join the conversation: What moved you about Treger Strasberg's interview? What belief do you hold that you haven’t fully acted on yet? What shift could you make — big or small — that aligns your life more closely with your values?

In this episode of The Real Shift Show, co-hosts Anna Crowe and Katy Temple sit down with Tony Gwynn Jr. — former Major League Baseball player, current San Diego Padres broadcaster, radio host, and father of four. Together, they unpack the real story behind the last name — and what it means to grow up in the bright shadow of Hall of Famer Tony Gwynn.
Tony opens up about the shift that changed everything: losing his dad in 2014. He shares how grief reshaped the way he viewed baseball, family, and himself — and how carrying on a legacy isn’t about comparison, but about authenticity.
From navigating life in the clubhouse as a kid to building his own career in the big leagues and ultimately transitioning into broadcasting, Tony reveals what it really looks like to evolve when the game — and life — demands it. And yes… we talk fatherhood, marriage, sacrifice, and flexibility — on and off the field.
In this episode, we talk about:
Growing up in the shadow of greatness — and choosing to be yourself
Losing a father, mentor, and icon — and how grief changes perspective
“I’d rather have people talking about my dad than not talking about my dad.”
Transitioning from professional athlete to broadcaster
The role relationships play in second careers
Marriage, sacrifice, and honoring the partner behind the dream
Why flexibility — not perfection — is the real shift This episode isn’t just about baseball. It’s about legacy. Identity. Grace. And learning how to pivot when life changes the rules.
Follow Tony Gwynn Jr. on IG @https://www.instagram.com/tony_gwynnjr/ 👇
Join the conversation: What part of Tony’s story resonated most with you? Have you ever had to step out of someone’s shadow — or carry forward a legacy in your own way? Tell us in the comments.

What does it really take to build an “overnight success”?
In this episode of The Real Shift Show, co-hosts Anna Crowe and Katy Temple sit down with fashion founder Ripley Rader - the force behind a multimillion-dollar brand worn by Nicole Kidman, Demi Moore, Kate Upton, and Amy Schumer.
Together, they unpack the real story behind the highlight reel - and how Ripley built a brand that empowers women to celebrate their bodies, rather than conform to society’s standards. Ripley opens up about being “ten years into an overnight success,” why she and her husband chose to build without investors, and the biggest shift that changed everything: stepping in front of the camera and becoming the face of the brand. From “embrace the cringe” to leading with vulnerability, Ripley shares what it actually feels like to be seen - and why doing so is sometimes the bravest (and hardest) move.
And OH! Those Pants!
Shop / Learn more: https://ripleyrader.com/ 👇
Join the conversation: What part of Ripley’s story made you pause or sparked a shift you want in your own life? Tell us in the comments.