Pam Borton, the most winning women’s basketball coach in University of Minnesota history, was fired from her coaching position. Pam flipped her script, taking her skills from the basketball court to boardrooms across the country as an executive coach. Kristi Piehl and Pam discuss the pressures of working in the public eye, how to surround yourself with people who will make you better and the important role resilience plays in turning the page.

Timi Ogunpide’s “all in” attitude led to some of his biggest challenges and successes in life. During his youth, Timi struggled with anger issues, and as a young adult served time in jail. Determined not to be a statistic, Timi flipped his script to launch a business, focus on his family and become a voice for those who’ve experienced police brutality and racial profiling. Listen in as host Krist Piehl and Timi have an open conversation about race, mental health, redemption and entrepreneurship.

Roshini Rajkumar, C-Suite Crisis Coach and Strategist, doesn’t often share her story of losing not one but two fathers. Loss challenged the Minneapolis radio host to evolve as a woman, wife and parent figure. Roshini shares how her journey through grief helped her redefine the family unit and understand the integral role communication plays in flipping your script.

The same day news anchor Angela Kennecke was covering a story on the opioid crisis in her community, she lost her daughter, Emily, to a fentanyl overdose. In this poignant episode, Angela shares how she turned her pain into purpose to help other families struggling with addiction find hope and healing.

Entrepreneur Chris Maxson got the call no business owner imagines — his company was going up in flames. Even before he saw the destruction, Chris was determined to rebuild. In this episode, Chris shares how he found the strength to start over and why he says the devastating fire is actually the best thing that happened to his business.

For more than a decade, Corey Koskie made a name for himself in major league baseball. Then a concussion cut his career short and forced him to think about his next career. Corey shares how he found the courage to pursue a new passion, the mistakes he made along the way and why he now coaches everyone from young athletes to entrepreneurs about the power of their own potential.

Inspired by his daughter, Maddie, who died from a rare childhood cancer, Scott Kramer launched a joy movement. In this hope-filled conversation, Scott opens up about his mission and reminds us that in all circumstances, you have the power to own your mindset and keep dancing.

Michelle Lawless never imagined she would fall in love with an alcoholic. For years, she hid his addiction and her pain from family and friends. Michelle candidly shares what she had to do to rebuild her life, find her worth and love again.

Minneapolis radio host Cory Hepola is well known for his upbeat personality, but his attitude is the byproduct of struggle and rejection. In this episode, Cory shares how he persevered and discovered his purpose. Cory also openly talks about the painful reality of depression, the importance of his faith and the power of family.

Best-selling author and speaker John O’Leary wasn’t expected to live when a fire burned 100% of his body. He was just a child when he fought for his life and endured countless surgeries. John says what he learned holds the key for adults to unlock joy and awe in any circumstance, even a global pandemic.

In 2006, a brutal domestic violence attack orphaned four children and made national headlines. The victim was Vicki Swenson’s sister. Her nieces and nephews moved in, and Vicki dedicated herself to protecting women who live in fear of domestic violence. Vicki candidly shares what helped her unlock the unique perspective to find hope in all circumstances.

For years, Miami news anchor Eric Yutzy searched for answers to the mystery surrounding his birth and the teen who gave him up for adoption. One day, while sitting on the news set, his birth mother sent him a Facebook message, and it changed everything. Eric shares his journey into the unknown and the truths he uncovered about acceptance, identity, love and family.

Couldn’t we all use some inspiring stories right now? When host Kristi Piehl lost her job as a TV reporter, her dream died. She flipped her script and is now a successful entrepreneur and speaker. She’s realized everyone falls victim to an unexpected circumstance and has a choice about how to respond and rewrite their story. Flip Your Script is a podcast dedicated to sharing stories of hope, inspiration and motivation, and in this short introduction, Kristi shares more about the podcast’s purpose.