Change Happened, Then What? | Real Stories After Life Changes

Hi, I’m Heather Holt, and I’m a storyteller at heart.

Change Happened, Then What? is a documentary-style podcast featuring real, deeply human stories about what happens after life changes everything.

Each episode moves beyond the moment of impact—loss, trauma, love, resilience—and into the often untold journey of what comes next. Through immersive, narrative-driven storytelling, I sit with my guests inside their stories, creating space for honesty, reflection, and the things we don’t always say out loud.

Because life doesn’t end when something changes…

that’s where the real story begins.

If you’re drawn to powerful true stories, emotional depth, and the kind of conversations that make you feel less alone—you’re in the right place.

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Episodes

Thursday Jan 23, 2025

An introduction to a new podcast that will be starting in the spring of 2025 where I will be interviewing guests to talk about topics that typically don't like to be discussed out loud. and how we all found our way out of those dark places with in ourselves and learned to smile again. We will cry, laugh and swear our way through to your heart and hopefully help you find some inspiration along the way.
If you'd like to support the show, just click the link | Be a part of the Change Happened communityEnter to win the "What Changed Me Community Challenge" | Enter to Win! To join our mailing list and learn more our guests visit | Changehappenedpodcast.comReady to get your discount on Pure Energy Apothecary products Click the link below | 20% off PURE ENERGY NOWLooking for your customized Dear Sweet One lullaby find them here | Shop Now Dear Sweet One Follow along on Instagram @Change Happened for behind-the-scenes moments and updates. Got a story to share or just want to say hello? I’d love to hear from you! Drop me a line at Changepodcast@yahoo.comand maybe your "Change Happened" moment will be next.

Thursday Mar 06, 2025

In this season, I'll share stories from those who helped me through tough times. These people, whom I met by chance and have become long-time friends, prove it takes a village to navigate life. Let's make our village vibrant and expansive again. I hope these stories bring you hope and inspiration.
If you'd like to support the show, just click the link | Be a part of the Change Happened communityEnter to win the "What Changed Me Community Challenge" | Enter to Win! To join our mailing list and learn more our guests visit | Changehappenedpodcast.comReady to get your discount on Pure Energy Apothecary products Click the link below | 20% off PURE ENERGY NOWLooking for your customized Dear Sweet One lullaby find them here | Shop Now Dear Sweet One Follow along on Instagram @Change Happened for behind-the-scenes moments and updates. Got a story to share or just want to say hello? I’d love to hear from you! Drop me a line at Changepodcast@yahoo.comand maybe your "Change Happened" moment will be next.

Trusting Intuition

Friday Mar 21, 2025

Friday Mar 21, 2025

Join Heather Holt in "Change Happened, Then What?", where she and her guests share transformative moments that led to personal growth and revelations. Through engaging stories, Heather explores the power of intuition, sharing her journey from audio engineering to podcasting. Each episode offers inspiring narratives, healing and hope, and a special meditation session for listeners. Tune in to explore these profound experiences and help build a supportive community by subscribing, sharing, and contributing to the podcast.
This week's episode is a bonus episode talking about trusting your intuition and the path that led me to starting the podcast. 
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If you'd like to support the show, just click the link | Be a part of the Change Happened communityEnter to win the "What Changed Me Community Challenge" | Enter to Win! To join our mailing list and learn more our guests visit | Changehappenedpodcast.comReady to get your discount on Pure Energy Apothecary products Click the link below | 20% off PURE ENERGY NOWLooking for your customized Dear Sweet One lullaby find them here | Shop Now Dear Sweet One Follow along on Instagram @Change Happened for behind-the-scenes moments and updates. Got a story to share or just want to say hello? I’d love to hear from you! Drop me a line at Changepodcast@yahoo.comand maybe your "Change Happened" moment will be next.

Friday Mar 28, 2025

When Jeannie lost her daughter Ila in a tragic accident, her world shattered overnight.
What followed were moments she can only describe as signs—subtle, powerful connections that challenged everything she thought she knew about grief and love.
In this deeply personal story, Jeannie shares how loss reshaped her life, her faith, and her understanding of what it means to stay connected to someone who is no longer here.
This is a story about grief… and what refuses to be lost
Change Happened Podcast Website
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Jeannie Lynch YouTube
Jeannie Lynch Facebook 
Contact Jeannie @ jelila63@Gmail.com
If you'd like to support the show, just click the link | Be a part of the Change Happened communityEnter to win the "What Changed Me Community Challenge" | Enter to Win! To join our mailing list and learn more our guests visit | Changehappenedpodcast.comReady to get your discount on Pure Energy Apothecary products Click the link below | 20% off PURE ENERGY NOWLooking for your customized Dear Sweet One lullaby find them here | Shop Now Dear Sweet One Follow along on Instagram @Change Happened for behind-the-scenes moments and updates. Got a story to share or just want to say hello? I’d love to hear from you! Drop me a line at Changepodcast@yahoo.comand maybe your "Change Happened" moment will be next.

Friday Apr 04, 2025

In this uplifting debut of Smile Drops, Heather Holt delivers a heartfelt dose of motivation and joy to help you face life’s challenges with courage and confidence. Inspired by real-life moments and encouraging words, this bite-sized episode reminds us that even the smallest step forward can lead to something beautiful.
Whether you're chasing a dream, navigating change, or just need a moment of light, this episode will leave you smiling.
Subscribe, share, or support the show at changehappenedpodcast.com
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If you'd like to support the show, just click the link | Be a part of the Change Happened communityEnter to win the "What Changed Me Community Challenge" | Enter to Win! To join our mailing list and learn more our guests visit | Changehappenedpodcast.comReady to get your discount on Pure Energy Apothecary products Click the link below | 20% off PURE ENERGY NOWLooking for your customized Dear Sweet One lullaby find them here | Shop Now Dear Sweet One Follow along on Instagram @Change Happened for behind-the-scenes moments and updates. Got a story to share or just want to say hello? I’d love to hear from you! Drop me a line at Changepodcast@yahoo.comand maybe your "Change Happened" moment will be next.

Friday Apr 11, 2025

Addiction doesn’t just impact one life—it ripples through every relationship it touches.
For Cynthea, love became both the breaking point and the reason to rebuild.
 
In this episode, she shares her journey through addiction, recovery, and the difficult, often messy process of choosing herself—and love—again.
 
This is a story about second chances, self-worth, and what it takes to believe in love when everything says you shouldn’t.
Changehappanedpodcast.com
Change Happened Instagram
Cynthea Hausman Instagram
RAINN
Sidewalk Prophets
If you'd like to support the show, just click the link | Be a part of the Change Happened communityEnter to win the "What Changed Me Community Challenge" | Enter to Win! To join our mailing list and learn more our guests visit | Changehappenedpodcast.comReady to get your discount on Pure Energy Apothecary products Click the link below | 20% off PURE ENERGY NOWLooking for your customized Dear Sweet One lullaby find them here | Shop Now Dear Sweet One Follow along on Instagram @Change Happened for behind-the-scenes moments and updates. Got a story to share or just want to say hello? I’d love to hear from you! Drop me a line at Changepodcast@yahoo.comand maybe your "Change Happened" moment will be next.

Friday Apr 18, 2025

In this special Smile Drops episode of Change Happened, Then What?, host Heather Holt introduces her two beloved dogs—Waylon and Dalton. These lab mix fur-babies are more than just studio mascots—they’re snoring, slobbery, tail-wagging bundles of joy.
You’ll laugh along as we share their quirks (like barking at delivery drivers and carrying pillows everywhere) and explore fun and fascinating dog facts, like why dogs spin before they poop or why their paws smell like corn chips (aka “Frito feet”).
Whether you're a dog owner, animal lover, or just here for a lighthearted episode packed with love, laughter, and pet-friendly wisdom—this one’s for you.
👉 Topics: dog behavior, pet humor, Labrador mix stories, dog science, canine quirks, studio dogs
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If you'd like to support the show, just click the link | Be a part of the Change Happened communityEnter to win the "What Changed Me Community Challenge" | Enter to Win! To join our mailing list and learn more our guests visit | Changehappenedpodcast.comReady to get your discount on Pure Energy Apothecary products Click the link below | 20% off PURE ENERGY NOWLooking for your customized Dear Sweet One lullaby find them here | Shop Now Dear Sweet One Follow along on Instagram @Change Happened for behind-the-scenes moments and updates. Got a story to share or just want to say hello? I’d love to hear from you! Drop me a line at Changepodcast@yahoo.comand maybe your "Change Happened" moment will be next.

Friday Apr 25, 2025

In this deeply moving episode of Change Happened, Then What?, host Heather Holt sits down with Julie—an adoptive mother of four, trauma-informed parenting advocate, and the heart behind Harmony at Last.
Julie opens up about her journey from corporate engineer to entrepreneur, from adopting children with unique emotional needs to being diagnosed with Complex PTSD (CPTSD) herself. She shares how energy healing, therapy, and self-discovery helped her navigate the challenges of motherhood, marriage, and personal transformation.
This episode is a powerful listen for anyone interested in:
Adoption and parenting after trauma
Healing from CPTSD
Energy work and Reiki in family life
Marriage through adversity
Creating harmony at home
Now, as her children grow into thriving young adults, Julie relaunches her business with renewed purpose—helping others heal and reconnect through holistic support.
--Bonus: Waylon and Dalton, our furry co-hosts, add their own tail-wagging wisdom in the background.
Change Happened Website
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Harmony At Last
Reiki Resources
Dr. Ross Greene
If you'd like to support the show, just click the link | Be a part of the Change Happened communityEnter to win the "What Changed Me Community Challenge" | Enter to Win! To join our mailing list and learn more our guests visit | Changehappenedpodcast.comReady to get your discount on Pure Energy Apothecary products Click the link below | 20% off PURE ENERGY NOWLooking for your customized Dear Sweet One lullaby find them here | Shop Now Dear Sweet One Follow along on Instagram @Change Happened for behind-the-scenes moments and updates. Got a story to share or just want to say hello? I’d love to hear from you! Drop me a line at Changepodcast@yahoo.comand maybe your "Change Happened" moment will be next.

Friday May 09, 2025

In this powerful episode of Change Happened, Then What?, Brooke shares the story she never told at the bar—her private journey through trauma, survival, and healing. She opens up about being stalked and sexually assaulted in college, living with chronic pain from Trigeminal Neuralgia (often called the “suicide disease”), and what it means to carry invisible wounds.
 
Brooke’s story is one of incredible strength, vulnerability, and resilience. Through years of silence, she found the courage to speak—and in doing so, she reclaims her voice and begins to heal.
 
If you’re looking for real conversations about trauma recovery, chronic illness, mental health, and the power of sharing your truth, this episode is for you.
 National Sexual Assault Hotline (RAINN)
 1-800-656-HOPE (4673) www.rainn.orgFree, confidential support 24/7 via phone or online chat.
 Vermont Network Against Domestic & Sexual Violence
 www.vtnetwork.orgA coalition of local organizations supporting survivors throughout Vermont.
 The Trevor Project (LGBTQ+ support)
 www.thetrevorproject.org 1-866-488-7386 – 24/7 support for LGBTQ+ youth in crisis.
 Love is Respect (Dating abuse & healthy relationships)
www.loveisrespect.org
 Text “LOVEIS” to 22522 Call 1-866-331-9474
 
If you'd like to support the show, just click the link | Be a part of the Change Happened communityEnter to win the "What Changed Me Community Challenge" | Enter to Win! To join our mailing list and learn more our guests visit | Changehappenedpodcast.comReady to get your discount on Pure Energy Apothecary products Click the link below | 20% off PURE ENERGY NOWLooking for your customized Dear Sweet One lullaby find them here | Shop Now Dear Sweet One Follow along on Instagram @Change Happened for behind-the-scenes moments and updates. Got a story to share or just want to say hello? I’d love to hear from you! Drop me a line at Changepodcast@yahoo.comand maybe your "Change Happened" moment will be next.

Thursday May 15, 2025

Welcome to Smile Drops—a short and sweet dose of joy from Holt Hill Studios. These bite-sized episodes are designed to lift your spirits, warm your heart, and maybe even spark a giggle (or a snort-laugh, we don’t judge).
In this episode, we’re talking about change—yep, that unpredictable, sometimes messy, often magical force that keeps life moving. Host Heather Holt shares personal reflections, a few fun facts (did you know your taste buds renew every 7–10 days?), and a gentle reminder that growth doesn’t always come with a plan... or clean sweatpants.
Why do we fear change when it’s literally built into us? Why do we wait until life forces our hand to try something new? And how do we keep smiling through it all?
How do you feel about change? Drop a comment and let us know: Do you embrace it, resist it, or negotiate terms first?
If you'd like to support the show, just click the link | Be a part of the Change Happened communityEnter to win the "What Changed Me Community Challenge" | Enter to Win! To join our mailing list and learn more our guests visit | Changehappenedpodcast.comReady to get your discount on Pure Energy Apothecary products Click the link below | 20% off PURE ENERGY NOWLooking for your customized Dear Sweet One lullaby find them here | Shop Now Dear Sweet One Follow along on Instagram @Change Happened for behind-the-scenes moments and updates. Got a story to share or just want to say hello? I’d love to hear from you! Drop me a line at Changepodcast@yahoo.comand maybe your "Change Happened" moment will be next.

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