A Rainbow In The Storm

There Is No Gratitude Without Loss

It’s our first solocast of Season 2 and Katharine sits down to talk about gratitude and loss. She shares her thoughts on how these two concepts are inextricably linked and gives examples from her own life. She also talks about the upcoming holiday craziness and how sometimes (against our better judgment) we end up doing things we said we’d “NEVER” do — and how that’s not always a bad thing. She also reads a poem by one of her favorite poets, Mary Oliver. This is a short and sweet episode and we hope you enjoy this one as a kickoff to your holiday season.
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A few useful links:
“In Blackwater Woods” by Mary Oliver
“Calling all Angels” by Jane Siberry
Jenna Kutcher’s The Podcast Lab Course
Katharine’s Writings

Our 1 Year Anniversary Message and Happy Thanksgiving

Katharine and Seth don't have a new episode out today, but they pop on the pod to say "Happy Thanksgiving" AND "Happy 1 Year Anniversary to A Rainbow in the Storm!" On this day of thanks, they are SO GRATEFUL for their listeners, the meaning this show has brought them, and to the people they've met along the way. Here's to many more episodes! Now go enjoy some turkey!

Wayfinding, Wisdom Keeping & Time Travel: Forecasts From An Astrologer

Katharine and Seth are thrilled to have intuitive astrologer Virginia Rosenberg on the podcast today. Virginia shares her real, embodied experience of astrology and how we can all use it to navigate the many challenges that life presents. Virginia stumbled upon astrology very early in her life after a childhood of wisdom seeking through many different modalities. And a healing crisis led her to leaning into the ways astrology can help us sail the rough waters. She also does a deep dive into the astrology of 2026 and what she feels is heading our way. Virginia is generously sharing a discount code for her 2026 Cosmic calendar and Year Ahead Bundle - so check those out below!
If you enjoyed this episode, can we ask you a favor and please subscribe, share, and review it. Thank you so much for listening! Cosmic Calendar and Year Ahead Bundle: Use the Code PODCAST for $20 off!
Free preview of the Cosmic Calendar
All of Virginia’s Offerings for 2026
For those interested in a 1:1 reading with an intuitive astrologer
Virginia’s Bio: Virginia Rosenberg is an intuitive astrologer based in Western North Carolina. Her mystical-yet-rooted writings have made her a household name. She wields astrology as a healing art, a navigation system, and a spiritual form of time travel. Virginia is the founder Sky Scholar, an immersive astrology school where students weave together through their shared love of wisdom-keeping and way-finding. Her annual Cosmic Calendar and Forecast reach an international audience devoted to living in harmony with the greater whole. More at VirginiaRosenberg.com.
A few more useful links:
Jenna Kutcher’s The Podcast Lab Course
Katharine’s Writings

Change Your Story, Change Your Life: Insights from an Abundance Coach

Katharine and Seth sit down today with Abundance Coach, former conscious CPA, and singer songwriter Hugo Hanson. Hugo is a wealth of knowledge and inspiration. After a trying childhood and a near death car accident, Hugo set out on a path of self-discovery which led him to meditation, self-inquiry, and eventually to creating a life he absolutely loves. He now coaches people on how to create more abundance in their life, whether it be financial, relationships, or health. Hugo is a true pleasure to speak with and the living embodiment of joy and abundance! We believe you will love hearing from him as well. And be sure to check out more of his music - we used one of his songs in the opening of this episode - on Spotify!
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Hugo’s Website: Hugo Coaching
Hugo’s Course: Be In Abundance
Hugo’s Music: Spotify
Hugo’s Bio: Hugo Coaching is the manifestation of Hugo Hanson’s dream to uplift others and be a guidepost on the journey to self-awareness and to help others attract the abundance they are worthy of. Hugo was raised outside Philadelphia in the 50s and 60s and since age 17, when he had a near death car accident he has been continually seeking, finding and journeying through life. While practicing as a conscious CPA for over 40 years, Hugo found his current career of coaching abundance. Everyone is searching and asking for abundance in health, finances or relationships. The asking is done through the story we tell by our thoughts, beliefs and words. When we awaken and start listening to our own story, we become empowered and though Hugo coaching, become the deliberate creator of our life experience and can manifest the life we want. He is also a singer songwriter and tell his major life stories through his songs. Hugo is a happy family man with a wonderful wife, 6 offspring and 12 grandchildren. His current coaching influences come from the teachings of Abraham (www.abraham-hicks.com) and Dr. Joe Dispenza (www.drjoedispenza.com).
A few more useful links:
Jenna Kutcher’s The Podcast Lab Course
Katharine’s Writings

Trifecta of Tragedy: Adam’s Story

Katharine and Seth are thrilled to welcome Adam Schwartz aka The Giving Realtor to the podcast today! Adam was rocked to the core after being faced with what he calls his “trifecta of tragedy.” Following these events, he used the losses as an opportunity to reassess the next chapter of his life and create more meaning, specifically in his career. This is how The Giving Realtor was born! Adam is now pursing his dream of real estate while making a difference. The Giving Realtor donates 10% of his net profits to the charity of that client’s choice. How cool is that?! Adam also shares his tips and tools for navigating challenging times and gives us a living example of resilience. This is an inspiring and fun episode and we think you’re going to love it!
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Adam’s website: The Giving Realtor
The Giving Realtor’s Instagram, Facebook. and TikTok
Adam’s Bio: Adam was born in NY and lived in Oklahoma from the ages of 5 to 13. He moved to Florida in 1985 and has been here ever since. He went to the University of Florida and was a Financial Advisor from the time he graduated until 2020. His inspiration for changing professions was his personal trifecta of tragedy. And he now gets to make an impact every day with his work. The Giving Realtor is a business model that he built in order to help people with their real estate needs, and to change lives every day.  He donates 10% of his earning on each transaction to the nonprofit of my clients’ choice, and he donates in their name so that they get recognition and acknowledgement from the organizations that they choose.  He has 2 boys, ages 9 and 19, and not only does he adore them, but he knows that the way he lives his life makes them very proud and hopefully they aspire to change the world each and every day as well.
A few useful links:
Jenna Kutcher’s The Podcast Lab Course
Katharine’s Writings
 

Tales from Home Depot: Our Halloween Special

Hurrah a holiday special! Katharine and Seth are joined today by their friend Reneé Moss, a fellow mama bear and Waldorf-trained educator to discuss things that go bump in the night. Reneé shares a brief history of Halloween from the Celtic ritual of Samhain to today’s less sacred candy-scare-fest. All three share their childhood memories of Halloween and how the 80’s and 90’s just felt simpler (is it just us?!). They also discuss their concerns with where the holiday has gone over the past two decades and the ways in which the holiday feels less kid-friendly. They talk about challenging parenting moments from endless candy to trying to protect their children from the scary, the sexy, and the deranged. We hope you enjoyed this episode and please let us know your thoughts on Halloween!
If you liked this episode, can we ask you a favor and please subscribe, share, and review it. Thank you so much for listening!
A few useful links:
Jenna Kutcher’s The Podcast Lab Course
Katharine’s Writings

Why We Need Each Other: Lessons from a Physical Therapist

Katharine and Seth sit down this week with David Dockswell, a seasoned physical therapist based in South Florida. Katharine serendipitously met David and his wife Randie on a hike near Black Mountain and they shared a wonderful conversation that led to this podcast. David shares his wisdom as a multi-decade physical therapist who has worked with people from all walks of life. He has learned so much about what makes people tick, what motivates them, and how to help not only his patients, but their families. After listening to this, you may just have a newfound gratitude for the little things you might have taken for granted in your physical life - like walking! He has so much to share and is such a wonderful person to talk to - we hope you enjoy listening to this episode as much as we enjoyed recording it!
And if you did, please consider subscribing or leaving us a written review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Thanks so much and see you all next Thursday!
David Dockswell’s Bio: David Dockswell is 53 years old and has been married for 25 years. His wife Randie is a dental hygienist along with being an avid hiker. They have 3 sons ages 23, 20, and 17. Their youngest, Ethan, is a senior in high school and still lives with them.  Their oldest, Matthew, graduated college and is out living and working on his own.  Their middle son Zach is in the coast guard and lives near Cape Canaveral where he works. David has been a physical therapist since 2000, and has worked in home health PT since 2002.  He bought into his business in 2003 and they have grown it from about 100 patients when he started to close to almost 500 patients now on service at all times. David has a bachelors degrees in psychology from the university of Michigan, and a Masters degree in physical therapy from Nova Southeastern University. He work with almost every diagnosis imaginable for adults, but most of his patients have Medicare and are over the age of 65.  The oldest patient he has ever worked with so far was 107.
A few useful links:
Precision Rehab - David’s Company
Jenna Kutcher’s The Podcast Lab Course
Katharine’s Writings

How We Subtly Gaslight Our Kids

This week Seth and Katharine talk about the ways in which we as parents unconsciously gaslight our kids and undermine their emotional experiences. They talk about tools and techniques for feeling and healing their own adult wounds in order to show up and parent more whole-heartedly and respectfully. But don’t worry - they start off way lighter and first talk about the most important concerns of the 1980’s which were apparently the ozone layer, protecting text books by covering them with paper bags, and Aspartame. They also go on for way too long about which file folders should be which colors for various school subjects. Tangents abound today! They go on to share intimately about some recent experiences with their eight-year old son Bradshaw and navigating his emotions without shaming his personal experience. They also talk about the importance of giving children the opportunity to navigate through difficulties in order to build their own sense of resiliency and strength. Let us know what you think about this episode and if you’d like more like this one!
And as always, we hope you truly enjoyed this episode and please if you do, consider subscribing or leaving us a written review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Thanks so much and see you all next Thursday!
 
A few useful links:
Peter Crone’s Work
Lisa Frank Trapper Keepers (IYKYK)
Jenna Kutcher’s The Podcast Lab Course
Katharine’s Writings

From Broke to Brilliant: John's Story

This week Seth and Katharine welcome the iconic John Sullivan - CPA, tax attorney, town planner and developer, real estate lover, and the bravest entrepreneur we know. John shares with us the first 100-120 of Winthrop, the walkable town he and his wife have been creating and building for over 25 years. With every odd seemingly against them, John tells the story of how they overcame each and every obstacle that was thrown their way and by the grace of God were able to navigate this seemingly unsolvable maze. From having money to having no money, heart-attacks, sudden deaths, and literally no path to follow, John shares his story and the insights he’s learned about life and business. We hope you truly enjoy this episode and please if you do, consider subscribing or leaving us a written review on Apple Podcasts. Thanks so much and see you all next Thursday!
John Sullivan’s very unofficial bio: Originally from Brockton, Massachusetts, and the youngest of seven, John was dragged to St. Petersburg, Florida when his parents retired and couldn't wait for him to finish his high school years. Luckily he ended up in the same high school as Kay Beckett, who would become Kay Sullivan - a woman who for various and unknown reasons continues to be married to him 45 years and counting. John started his first business at 15 by renting sound equipment that he didn't own out to local musicians in an enterprise that turned out to be quite successful. His second business as a concert promoter did not turn out so well, but that's a story for another day. John is a CPA and tax lawyer by trade but when he and his wife moved to the Greater Brandon area in Florida they saw the problems of suburban sprawl. In an attempt to help, he and his wife accidentally but maybe on purpose stumbled into town planning and building and thus the Traditional Neighborhood Development known as Winthrop was born. He has been working on this nightmare...I mean dream since 2000. He and his wife now live there as well. They have three children, one of whom insists that he be on her super cool podcast. 
A few useful links:
Winthrop’s Website
Jenna Kutcher’s The Podcast Lab Course
Katharine’s Writings

One Year Since Hurricane Helene: Our Reflections

Welcome to this bonus episode of A Rainbow in the Storm. We will continue our regularly scheduled program this Thursday with a new interview coming your way; however we wanted to take a moment to acknowledge the one year anniversary since hurricane Helene swept through Western North Carolina, changing the lives of tens of thousands of people. We believe it’s important to pause and acknowledge our own feelings and processing of the past year and to reflect on our bigger community and the changes that have happened here. We also wanted to have Bradshaw on the podcast to remind us that kids are resilient and are so much more focused in the present — and have a lot to teach us. As it is also our wedding anniversary of course we have a lot to celebrate and be grateful for, but we didn’t want to let this important milestone pass without giving respect to those who lost their lives and to honor those who dedicated so much time and effort to help save many and helped us move through the devastation that ensued during and after hurricane Helene. Thank you to all who listen and please remember that we are all so lucky to be alive and to have each other. We’ll see you next Thursday!
Also be sure to check out Hayley Everett’s music on her Instagram page. Her beautiful song, “What Remains is Love” is featured in the opening of this episode.
A few useful links:
Jenna Kutcher’s The Podcast Lab Course
Katharine’s Writings
Hayley’s Music