What does it look like when leadership is rooted not in control, but in care? In this episode of The Ultimate Coach Podcast, host Ipek Williamson is joined by Ken Crenshaw, a deeply respected high-performance leader in Major League Baseball whose impact goes far beyond physical training. Ken shares how his leadership journey was shaped by mentors, faith, and a profound calling to serve. His perspective on culture, commitment, and connection is both refreshing and transformational, offering listeners a rare glimpse into the inner workings of someone who leads elite teams through presence, humility, and love.

From discovering the power of being through his work with Steve Hardison to cultivating environments where people feel safe to grow, Ken reveals how servant leadership becomes a way of life. He talks about how asking meaningful questions, truly listening, and staying grounded during high-stakes moments are all expressions of leadership that prioritize people over performance. Whether you're a coach, a parent, a leader, or someone simply seeking to show up more fully, this conversation will stay with you. It's a reminder that the way we lead starts with who we are willing to be.

About the Guest:

Ken Crenshaw is the Director of Sports Medicine and Performance for the Arizona Diamondbacks, currently in his 21st season with the organization and his eighth in this leadership role. Prior to this, he served as the team’s head athletic trainer for 13 seasons, bringing a wealth of experience and innovation to the field of athlete care and performance. Before joining the D-backs, Ken spent a decade with the Tampa Bay Rays, holding multiple roles from Minor League medical and strength and conditioning coordinator to Major League head athletic trainer. Under his leadership, the Rays’ medical staff was recognized as the 2005 Major League Training Staff of the Year by the Professional Baseball Athletic Trainers Society (PBATS) and as the 2004 Medical Staff of the Year by Baseball Prospectus.

Ken’s professional journey also includes serving as the strength and conditioning coordinator for the Atlanta Braves from 1992 to 1995, and as an athletic trainer within the Pittsburgh Pirates organization from 1989 to 1991. He earned his degree in sports medicine from New Mexico State University and holds certifications from both the National Athletic Trainers Association (NATA) and the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA). Ken and his wife, Robyn, are proud parents of three sons: Wacy, Wyatt, and Dustin.

About the Host:

A beacon of change and a catalyst for transformation, Ipek Williamson is a multifaceted professional who seamlessly integrates two decades of corporate expertise with a diverse skill set as a coach, mentor, speaker, author, meditation advocate, and teacher. Her mission is to guide individuals through the complexities of modern life, helping them find deep peace and harmony. Ipek's coaching approach, rooted in Core Values, Mental Fitness, and Mind Mastery, empowers clients to unlock their hidden potential and confidently embrace change with joy.

Beyond coaching, Ipek's influence spreads through her 100+ meditations on the Insight Timer App and live meditation sessions, where she shares transformative wisdom. Her impact extends to workshops, courses, and training sessions for individuals, groups, and corporations. As a Change Champion, Ipek Williamson is dedicated to promoting positive change, nurturing inner calm, and empowering others to script their own transformation stories.

ipek@ipekwilliamsoncoaching.com

https://linktr.ee/IpekWilliamson

What if the key to transforming healthcare lies not in technology, but in presence, compassion, and purpose? In this rich conversation, Dr. Corey Anderson shares his journey into the "being movement" and how it's reshaping the culture at Black Hills Surgical Hospital. With wisdom drawn from his own transformation and collaborative work with Dr. Jeff Mars, Corey explores the profound shift from task-driven medicine to a human-centered model that prioritizes connection, empathy, and mission-driven care.

Throughout the conversation, Corey and host Meredith Bell explore the ripple effects of this approach, from shorter hospital stays and deeper patient trust to more fulfilled healthcare workers. They discuss a new interpretation of Einstein's formula, E=MC², as a guide for healing through Mission, Compassion, and Competence. If you care about leading with purpose and creating meaningful change, you'll find inspiration and practical insight you can apply in your own work and life.

About the Guest:

Dr. Corey Anderson is a dynamic force in the healthcare landscape, whose mission is to unlock human potential, drive innovation, and foster a culture of collaboration and excellence.

With a wealth of experience spanning Executive coaching, clinical expertise, operational leadership, and educational mentorship, Corey is a true trailblazer dedicated to transforming the way we think about healthcare systems, organizations, and workplace culture.

Corey oversees a diverse line of healthcare services while championing a system-wide culture program focused on value-based leadership and coaching mindsets. His ability to integrate complex operations with a people-centered approach has earned him a reputation as an architect of sustainable change and growth. He has helped lead his hospital to the #1 Ranking in Major Orthopedic Surgery for three years in a row.

From the operating room to the boardroom, and from academic settings to keynote stages, Dr. Corey Anderson is a visionary leader with a singular goal: to create systems and cultures that empower individuals, achieve excellence, and leave a lasting impact.

The Being Group: https://systemofcreation.com/

Being in Medicine Website: https://beinginmedicine.com/

Being in Medicine Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/being-in-medicine-with-jeff-marrs-and-corey-anderson/id1817818295

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BeingInMedicine

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/corey-anderson-a39a4513a/

Facebook https://www.facebook.com/corey.anderson.5492

Black Hills Surgical Hospital https://bhsh.com/

Black Hills Orthopedic and Spine Center: https://www.bhosc.com/

About the Host:

Meredith is the Co-founder and President of Grow Strong Leaders. Her company publishes software tools and books that help people build strong relationships at work and at home.

Meredith is an expert in leader and team communications, the author of three books, and the host of the Grow Strong

In this heart-centered and inspiring episode, host Ipek Williamson welcomes Kathleen Putta—beloved teacher, coach, and document creation guide—whose life journey offers a moving example of transformation through presence, self-love, and service. From her childhood on an Indiana farm filled with movement and joy to decades of teaching physical education and navigating the challenges of single motherhood, Kathleen shares how she has always sought ways to feel more grounded and whole.

Through laughter, tears, and deep reflection, Kathleen recounts her powerful path of healing that included coaching with Steve Hardison, discovering self-forgiveness, and ultimately crafting a personal document that continues to shape her identity and choices. Ipek shares a personal and emotional tribute to their own document journey together, revealing how Kathleen’s gift of listening and loving presence opened up space for true transformation.

This episode is a gentle invitation to explore what it means to create from love, to notice your thoughts with kindness, and to meet your life, with all of its complexities, with grace. Whether you're curious about personal documents, inner growth, or simply want to be reminded of the beauty in everyday presence, this conversation will leave you feeling both grounded and inspired.

About the Guest:

Kathleen Putta has spent her life inspiring young children in the area of movement, physical education, recreational gymnastics and swim instruction. After retiring from teaching for 39 years, she has been the nanny for her 3 amazing grandchildren.

Kathleen began her journey in the “self help” world back in 1983, which has become a daily practice to this day. In February of 2023 she read The Ultimate Coach, and began a year of coaching with Steve Hardison. The Self-Forgiveness Process and the Document have transformed the way she looks at life and has helped her create a balance to be more loving in the world. She currently guides people to create their documents and experience Self Forgiveness through her business, The Heart of Creation.

https://www.createyourdocument.com/

About the Host:

A beacon of change and a catalyst for transformation, Ipek Williamson is a multifaceted professional who seamlessly integrates two decades of corporate expertise with a diverse skill set as a coach, mentor, speaker, author, meditation advocate, and teacher. Her mission is to guide individuals through the complexities of modern life, helping them find deep peace and harmony. Ipek's coaching approach, rooted in Core Values, Mental Fitness, and Mind Mastery, empowers clients to unlock their hidden potential and confidently embrace change with joy.

Beyond coaching, Ipek's influence spreads through her 100+ meditations on the Insight Timer App and live meditation sessions, where she shares transformative wisdom. Her impact extends to workshops, courses, and training sessions for individuals, groups, and corporations. As a Change Champion, Ipek Williamson is dedicated to promoting positive change, nurturing inner calm, and empowering others to script their own transformation stories.

ipek@ipekwilliamsoncoaching.com

https://linktr.ee/IpekWilliamson

https://ipekwilliamsoncoaching.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/ipekwilliamson/

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What if the way you listen to yourself could change everything? In this heartfelt and revealing conversation with host Meredith Bell, Peter McCammon explores the depths of self-awareness, self-love, and the radical power of listening with intention. He shares how learning to recognize and soften harsh internal judgments opened up new ways of being towards himself and others. The discussion uncovers how personal transformation begins not with changing the world around us, but with choosing how we listen to and speak about ourselves.

The episode also takes a profound look at spiritual growth, humility, and the courage to evolve. Peter reflects on the creation of a personal document that guides his commitments and shapes his reality, an act that not only altered his coaching practice but transformed his relationships and business. With honesty and warmth, the conversation invites you to consider how language, reflection, and presence can unlock deeper levels of connection, growth, and possibility.

About the Guest:

Peter McCammon is a transformational coach who works with business owners and leaders to help them escape stress, overwhelm, and self-doubt. He guides clients toward clarity, confidence, and success—not by striving harder, but by embracing who they already are.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/petermccammon/

https://www.facebook.com/petermccammon

About the Host:

Meredith is the Co-founder and President of Grow Strong Leaders. Her company publishes software tools and books that help people build strong relationships at work and at home.

Meredith is an expert in leader and team communications, the author of three books, and the host of the Grow Strong Leaders Podcast. She co-authored her latest books, Connect with Your Team: Mastering the Top 10 Communication Skills, and Peer Coaching Made Simple, with her business partner, Dr. Dennis Coates. In them, Meredith and Denny provide how-to guides for improving communication skills and serving as a peer coach to someone else.

Meredith is also The Heart-centered Connector. One of her favorite ways of BEING in the world is to introduce people who can benefit from knowing each other.

https://growstrongleaders.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/meredithmbell

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What if the very thing you’re trying to avoid—discomfort, failure, resistance—is the key to unlocking your highest potential?

In this electrifying episode of The Ultimate Coach Podcast, Ipek Williamson welcomes Seth Pepper, a former world-ranked swimmer turned elite mental performance coach, who shares his extraordinary journey from starting competitive swimming at 14 to becoming a national champion—and how he now helps high performers break through mental barriers to access their own greatness.

Seth doesn’t just teach performance strategies—he lives them. Through stories of manifesting dreams, navigating panic attacks, and coaching athletes to Olympic levels, he reveals how language, mindset, and ways of being shape our reality. You’ll hear about his signature “Eff-it Switch,” how spoken words rewire the mind and reshape reality, and why letting go of control is the most powerful move of all.

This episode is for anyone who has ever felt like they started too late, failed too big, or didn’t fit the mold. It’s a soul-shifting reminder that we are not human doings—we are human beings with limitless creative power.

About the Guest:

Seth Pepper is a legendary athlete turned high-performance mental coach and motivational speaker, celebrated for his achievements as a former World #1 Ranked Swimmer, American Record Holder, and Multiple National Champion. Today, Seth empowers elite performers worldwide, including top-ranked Formula 1 drivers, PGA and LPGA golf major champions, ATP and WTA tennis champions, and NHL, NBA, and NFL stars, as well as executives and creatives. With his expertise, Seth helps individuals and teams unlock their potential, perform fearlessly under pressure, and achieve Greatness in their respective fields, guiding them to “Unlimit Your Potential.”

www.SethPepper.com

https://www.instagram.com/SethPepper

https://www.facebook.com/SethPepper

https://www.linkedin.com/in/SethPepper

About the Host:

A beacon of change and a catalyst for transformation, Ipek Williamson is a multifaceted professional who seamlessly integrates two decades of corporate expertise with a diverse skill set as a coach, mentor, speaker, author, meditation advocate, and teacher. Her mission is to guide individuals through the complexities of modern life, helping them find deep peace and harmony. Ipek's coaching approach, rooted in Core Values, Mental Fitness, and Mind Mastery, empowers clients to unlock their hidden potential and confidently embrace change with joy.

Beyond coaching, Ipek's influence spreads through her 100+ meditations on the Insight Timer App and live meditation sessions, where she shares transformative wisdom. Her impact extends to workshops, courses, and training sessions for individuals, groups, and corporations. As a Change Champion, Ipek Williamson is dedicated to promoting positive change, nurturing inner calm, and empowering others to script their own transformation stories.

ipek@ipekwilliamsoncoaching.com

https://linktr.ee/IpekWilliamson

https://ipekwilliamsoncoaching.com/

How can you connect with someone at the deepest levels? You’ll discover a powerful way in this conversation that host Meredith Bell had with guest Martine Cannon. Martine opens by sharing her own transformative journey, beginning with her discovery of meditation at age 15 and culminating in her impactful work with CEOs on inner transformation.

Martine describes the profound lessons she learned from Steve Hardison, whose unconditional love and acceptance inspired her to embrace her whole self. Together, we explore the importance of creating safe spaces where individuals can connect on a deeper level—through their stories, their feelings, and even their nervous systems—to foster trust, self-awareness, and growth.

Martine also offers profound insights into leadership and team dynamics, emphasizing the value of vulnerability, empathy, and presence. She shares compelling stories that highlight the importance of validating others’ perspectives and respecting defense mechanisms as part of building trust and connection. This conversation is an invitation to slow down, embrace uncertainty, and reconnect with yourself and others in a way that unlocks new possibilities for personal and professional growth.

About the Guest:

For over two decades, FTSE 500 CEO’s and the global elite in business have consulted Martine Cannon when faced with seemingly impossible leadership challenges. They call her the CEO Whisperer.

Martine maintains a hands-on role as Co-Founder of the world’s fastest-growing functional snacking brand, 'Düng snacks'. Düng snacks was created by Martine and her partner Danny to fuel a charity foundation that will feed a million children a year.

Martine's most important commitment is to be a wonderful mum to her teen daughter and be a partner to Danny whom she is committed to never ceasing to amaze.

Website: https://www.martinecannon.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/martinecannon/

https://londonspeakerbureau.com/speaker-profile/martine-cannon/

About the Host:

Meredith is the Co-founder and President of Grow Strong Leaders. Her company publishes software tools and books that help people build strong relationships at work and at home.

Meredith is an expert in leader and team communications, the author of three books, and the host of the Grow Strong Leaders Podcast. She co-authored her latest books, Connect with Your Team: Mastering the Top 10 Communication Skills, and Peer Coaching Made Simple, with her business partner, Dr. Dennis Coates. In them, Meredith and Denny provide how-to guides for improving communication skills and d with guest Martine Cannon. Martine opens by sharing her own transformative journey, beginning with her discovery of meditation at age 15 and culminating in her impactful work with CEOs on inner transformation.

Martine describes the profound lessons she learned from Steve Hardison, whose unconditional love and acceptance inspired her to embrace her whole self. Together, we explore the importance of creating safe spaces where individuals can connect on a deeper level—through their stories, their feelings, and even their nervous systems—to foster trust, self-awareness, and growth.

Martine also offers profound insights into leadership and team dynamics, emphasizing the value of vulnerability, empathy, and presence. She shares compelling stories that highlight the importance of validating others’ perspeserving as a peer coach to someone else.

Meredith is also The Heart-centered...

Melanie Waite shares with Ipek Williamson her transformative journey of self-love, healing, and embracing her true essence in this powerful episode of The Ultimate Coach Podcast. From a childhood experience that shaped her self-image for decades to a life-changing breakthrough that allowed her to see herself with new eyes, Melanie's story is a testament to the impact of internal narratives and the freedom that comes from rewriting them.

As a holistic health expert, she discusses how her personal struggles informed her path of helping others unlock their inner resources and cultivate radical self-acceptance. She also reflects on the deep connections she has built, including her lifelong relationship with Steve Hardison, and how love, support, and powerful shifts in awareness have shaped her life. This episode is an invitation to let go of self-judgment, embrace your inherent worth, and step into a life of limitless possibility.

About the Guest:

Melanie Waite is a holistic health enthusiast and passionate educator. With a multifaceted background as a Nutrition Teacher, Fitness Instructor, Massage Therapist, Aromatherapist, and GNM student, Melanie weaves together the intricate connections between mind, body, and spirit.

Driven by the inseparable bond between physical and mental health, Melanie is dedicated to sharing her knowledge to inspire transformative growth and to support individuals in recognizing that their health truly is in their own hands.

Melanie enjoys staying active, exploring the latest research on mind-body connections, and connecting with like-minded individuals who share her passion for wellness.

Melanie lives in northern California with her husband Paul.

About the Host:

A beacon of change and a catalyst for transformation, Ipek Williamson is a multifaceted professional who seamlessly integrates two decades of corporate expertise with a diverse skill set as a coach, mentor, speaker, author, meditation advocate, and teacher. Her mission is to guide individuals through the complexities of modern life, helping them find deep peace and harmony. Ipek's coaching approach, rooted in Core Values, Mental Fitness, and Mind Mastery, empowers clients to unlock their hidden potential and confidently embrace change with joy.

Beyond coaching, Ipek's influence spreads through her 100+ meditations on the Insight Timer App and live meditation sessions, where she shares transformative wisdom. Her impact extends to workshops, courses, and training sessions for individuals, groups, and corporations. As a Change Champion, Ipek Williamson is dedicated to promoting positive change, nurturing inner calm, and empowering others to script their own transformation stories.

ipek@ipekwilliamsoncoaching.com

https://linktr.ee/IpekWilliamson

https://ipekwilliamsoncoaching.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/ipekwilliamson/

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In this unforgettable conversation, co-hosts Meredith Bell and Ipek Williamson explore the profound wisdom of Steve Hardison, whose way of being embodies love in action. Steve shares how love—both for ourselves and others—is the ultimate state of being, shaping every aspect of our lives. Through deep listening, self-forgiveness, and intentional choices, he reveals how we can transform not just our own reality but also the lives of those around us.

One of the most powerful takeaways is Steve’s belief in the freedom we all have to choose love over judgment, creation over criticism, and gratitude over resentment. He offers practical ways to cultivate self-love, embrace life’s challenges with an open heart, and boldly ask for what we truly want. His insights are a powerful reminder that love isn’t just a feeling—it’s a way of being that can uplift and expand every part of our lives.

This is more than a podcast episode—it’s an invitation to embody love, deepen your connections, and unlock new possibilities. Tune in and let this conversation inspire you to live with more love, presence, and purpose.

About the Guest:

Steve Hardison is known as The Ultimate Coach, and he’s the subject of the book The Ultimate Coach. Steve has devoted his life to loving others and helping them wake up to who they are BEING in the world and to unlimited possibilities. As a result of the book’s impact, a community called The Being Movement has formed around the possibilities for transformation in our lives. You can get involved by visiting the website and joining The Ultimate coach Facebook Group.

Website, The Being Movement: https://beingmovement.com/

The Ultimate Coach Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/theultimatecoach

About the Host:

Meredith Bell

Meredith is the Co-founder and President of Grow Strong Leaders. Her company publishes software tools and books that help people build strong relationships at work and at home.

Meredith is an expert in leader and team communications, the author of three books, and the host of the Grow Strong Leaders Podcast. She co-authored her latest books, Connect with Your Team: Mastering the Top 10 Communication Skills, and Peer Coaching Made Simple, with her business partner, Dr. Dennis Coates. In them, Meredith and Denny provide how-to guides for improving communication skills and serving as a peer coach to someone else.

Meredith is also The Heart-centered Connector. One of her favorite ways of BEING in the world is to introduce people who can benefit from knowing each other.

https://growstrongleaders.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/meredithmbell

Ipek Williamson

A beacon of change and a catalyst for transformation, Ipek Williamson is a multifaceted professional who seamlessly integrates two decades of corporate expertise with a diverse skill set as a coach, mentor, speaker, author, meditation advocate, and teacher. Her mission is to guide individuals through the complexities of modern life, helping them find deep peace and harmony. Ipek's coaching approach, rooted in Core Values, Mental Fitness, and Mind Mastery, empowers clients to unlock their hidden potential and confidently embrace change with joy.

Beyond coaching, Ipek's influence spreads through her 100+ meditations on the Insight Timer App and live meditation sessions, where she shares transformative wisdom. Her impact extends to workshops, courses, and training sessions for individuals, groups, and corporations. As a Change Champion, Ipek Williamson is dedicated to promoting positive change, nurturing inner calm, and empowering...