Episodes

S2E12 - Welcome to Be Life Changers – https://linktr.ee/kathycoatesevents Sharing Local Love… stories of purpose, impact, and growth in business and life. ---------- Michelle McNeil started making bracelets to survive her own grief. Eleven years later M&MDesigns makes sensory items for adults and kids who need therapeutic support — including plenty of people who swear they don't. She and Kathy Coates launch the Gabriel Givens special edition line at the Monster Market Bash on October 10th. W...

S2E11 - Welcome to Be Life Changers – https://linktr.ee/kathycoatesevents Sharing Local Love… stories of purpose, impact, and growth in business and life. ---------- Kathy Coates put herself on the spot with a jar of questions she'd never seen — and admitted the way she'd been introducing herself sounded more like a resume than a person. In 30 to 60 seconds each, she works through who she is, who she helps, and what she wants people to remember. Try the same questions at home and see whether ...

S2E10 - Welcome to Be Life Changers – https://linktr.ee/kathycoatesevents Sharing Local Love… stories of purpose, impact, and growth in business and life. ---------- "I clearly heard the Lord say, 'Slow down.'" Kathy Coates had just gotten her third speeding ticket in a matter of months — and the message wasn't about her driving. Business and efficiency coach Anne Wisdom joins her to talk about "addition by subtraction," why Q3 is the last real window to reset your year, ...

S2E9 - Welcome to Be Life Changers – https://linktr.ee/kathycoatesevents Sharing Local Love… stories of purpose, impact, and growth in business and life. ---------- He turned pizza into a platform! Court built the KC Pizza Pass to help Kansas City's independent restaurants get discovered, and it grew into something bigger. Today we're sitting down with him to talk creators, community, and why "spray and pray" marketing is dead. Grab your own KC Pizza Pass at kcpizza...

S2E8 - Welcome to Be Life Changers – https://linktr.ee/kathycoatesevents Sharing Local Love… stories of purpose, impact, and growth in business and life. ---------- Imagine sitting at your favorite neighborhood tavern on a casual Sunday afternoon, joking about buying it, and suddenly walking out with the keys. This is the raw, unfiltered story of how Danny and his wife acquired Mae’s Tavern in Kansas City on a whim—and the exact moment a realization about their family legacy le...

S2E7 - Welcome to Be Life Changers – https://linktr.ee/kathycoatesevents Sharing Local Love… stories of purpose, impact, and growth in business and life. ---------- Taylor Jezik fell out of a third-story window at 14 and spent her first year of high school in a wheelchair. Today she runs Charlie Hayes, TJ Events, and Aria Anneliese, and co-owns Hometown Olathe Family Farm. She sits down with host Kathy Coates Newman to talk motherhood, raising entrepreneurial kids, choosing collaboration over...

S2E6 - Welcome to Be Life Changers – https://linktr.ee/kathycoatesevents Sharing Local Love… stories of purpose, impact, and growth in business and life. ---------- Welcome back to Be Life Changers with your host, Kathy Coates! In today's inspiring episode, we sit down with Priscilla, the founder of The Wellness Shop for Dogs and the newly voted Best Dog Groomer of 2026 in Olathe, Kansas. Priscilla’s story is the ultimate example of finding your true purpose when you leas...

S2E5 - Welcome to Be Life Changers – https://linktr.ee/kathycoatesevents Sharing Local Love… stories of purpose, impact, and growth in business and life. ---------- After a surprise party celebrating my birthday and 10 years in business, I sat down and got a little emotional. It wasn't the decorations that hit me; it was the realization of how many relationships, struggles, prayers, and pivots were connected to this incredible journey. If you are an entrepreneur, creator, dreamer, overwhelme...

S2E4 - Welcome to Be Life Changers – https://linktr.ee/kathycoatesevents Sharing Local Love… stories of purpose, impact, and growth in business and life. ---------- "Dance is a conversation without words." 🕺✨ In this episode of Be Life Changers, we're sitting down with SugEasy, the visionary owner of Translations and Movement, Kansas City’s premier hip-hop arts school. Sug shares his incredible journey, from childhood years in Japan and Korea to finding his "shield" in da...

S2E3 - Welcome to Be Life Changers – https://linktr.ee/kathycoatesevents Sharing Local Love… stories of purpose, impact, and growth in business and life. ---------- "Building a business isn't just about revenue; it's about purpose." In this special episode, I’m opening up about the "silent problem" many entrepreneurs face: balancing a growing brand with the realities of family life. I share the story of my son Gabriel, his journey with autism and being deaf, and how he be...

S2E2 - Welcome to Be Life Changers – https://linktr.ee/kathycoatesevents Sharing Local Love… stories of purpose, impact, and growth in business and life. ---------- Are you facing a career shift or a life transition? In this episode of Be Life Changers, we're sitting down with Alexis to discuss why most people view "pivoting" the wrong way. Alexis shares her journey from corporate America to becoming a Transformation Strategist, teaching us how to "niche down" for success...

S2E1 - Welcome to Be Life Changers – https://linktr.ee/kathycoatesevents Sharing Local Love… stories of purpose, impact, and growth in business and life. ---------- In this powerful episode of Be Life Changers, Kathy Coach sits down with Maryah Jennings, the creative powerhouse behind Herbs & Harlem. Maryah opens up about the devastating loss of her children, how meditation birthed a business name before a product, and her "sudden" transition from Kansas City pop-up events to a...

S1E21 - Welcome to Be Life Changers – https://linktr.ee/kathycoatesevents Sharing Local Love… stories of purpose, impact, and growth in business and life. ---------- In this moving episode of Be Life Changers, we welcome a close friend and guest, Sarah Buckley, who has spent her entire life navigating the complexities of chronic illness. She candidly recounts a lifelong history of medical challenges, beginning with severe malnutrition and celiac disease as an infant, leading in...

S1E20 - Welcome to Be Life Changers – https://linktr.ee/kathycoatesevents Sharing Local Love… stories of purpose, impact, and growth in business and life. ---------- Welcome back to Be Life Changers! In this inspiring episode, a group of local leaders explores the transformative power of women-owned businesses and the importance of creating supportive spaces within the community. The conversation highlights an upcoming event designed to move beyond traditional networking by off...

S1E19 - Welcome to Be Life Changers – https://linktr.ee/kathycoatesevents Sharing Local Love… stories of purpose, impact, and growth in business and life. ---------- Welcome back to Be Life Changers! This episode kicks off with a hilarious cautionary tale about the dangers of applying lipstick while driving—specifically involving a neighbor’s mailbox—before diving into a deep conversation about purpose and passion. The guest shares her inspiring transition from the corporate wo...

S1E18 - Welcome to Be Life Changers – https://linktr.ee/kathycoatesevents Sharing Local Love… stories of purpose, impact, and growth in business and life. ---------- Welcome back to Be Life Changers! In this inspiring episode, I welcome Veronica Bolton to the studio. As the young owner of Cleaning Maids In and Out, she shares her remarkable journey from being a virtual assistant and "mom influencer" to building a thriving company that expanded to 35 employees within its first y...

S1E17 - Welcome to Be Life Changers – https://linktr.ee/kathycoatesevents Sharing Local Love… stories of purpose, impact, and growth in business and life. ---------- Welcome back to Be Life Changers! In this year-end episode, we're reflecting on a transformative year of growth, divine timing, and business evolution. The conversation explores the internal shift required to move from being a solo operator to a leader who trusts their team. A major theme is the "mental hurdle" of ...

S1E16 - Welcome to Be Life Changers – https://linktr.ee/kathycoatesevents Sharing Local Love… stories of purpose, impact, and growth in business and life. ---------- Welcome back to Be Life Changers! This episode features the owners of a successful local automotive franchise who share their inspiring journey into business ownership. Following an unexpected layoff in Corporate America, they felt a calling toward a new venture rooted in faith and service. ---------- S...

S1E15 - Welcome to Be Life Changers – https://linktr.ee/kathycoatesevents Sharing Local Love… stories of purpose, impact, and growth in business and life. ---------- In this inspiring episode, I welcome a close friend and the current President of the Johnson County Christmas Bureau (JCCB). She shares her incredibly powerful and personal story, detailing her journey from being a client who relied on the organization's assistance as a single mother to eventually becoming its leader....

S1E14 - Welcome to Be Life Changers – https://linktr.ee/kathycoatesevents Sharing Local Love… stories of purpose, impact, and growth in business and life. ---------- Welcome back to Be Life Changers! On today's episode, we welcome musical artist Marte (Gabby Starnes)! We're diving into Marte's powerful journey in music, faith, and the shift toward true collaboration in Kansas City. Amazon Book link: https://amzn.to/4o6YCe7 ---------- Subscribe for more Be Life Ch...

S1E13 - Welcome to Be Life Changers – https://linktr.ee/kathycoatesevents Sharing Local Love… stories of purpose, impact, and growth in business and life. ---------- Welcome back to Be Life Changers! Today's episode is all about revealing a TOP SECRET project I've been working on for years—you'll even get to see a live reaction! Beyond the fun of the mystery, we're diving deep into the essential business lesson behind it: The Power of Building Anticipation Before You Launch. Learn...

S1E12 - Welcome to Be Life Changers – https://linktr.ee/kathycoatesevents Sharing Local Love… stories of purpose, impact, and growth in business and life. ---------- Ever had to make a way out of no way? This episode is for every busy mom, dream-chaser, and entrepreneur who's out there doing the best they can with what they have. Hear my personal story of how a tough financial season—while my husband was in college and I was running a daycare—forced me to turn a family recipe into...

S1E11 - Welcome to Be Life Changers – https://linktr.ee/kathycoatesevents Sharing Local Love… stories of purpose, impact, and growth in business and life. ---------- It's the last quarter of the year, and it's time for a mental reset. This episode is all about shifting your perspective and finishing the year strong. We're talking about harvest season, reflecting on what you've accomplished, and the crucial role of gratitude in attracting new opportunities. ---------- A...

S1E10 - Welcome to Be Life Changers – https://linktr.ee/kathycoatesevents Sharing Local Love… stories of purpose, impact, and growth in business and life. ---------- Ever feel like you're playing catch-up with your business finances? In this episode of the Be Life Changers podcast, host Kathy Coates sits down with financial expert and owner of Jordan's J Bookkeeping, Jordan Joyce. Jordan, who is also Kathy’s bookkeeper, shares her personal journey and provides invaluable adv...