“What The Why?!?”

About “What The Why?!?”

"What The Why?!?" is a podcast featuring conversations with a wide variety of leaders from all walks of life about why they do what they do and how they figured things out. Now in its fifth season, the podcast continues to explore the insights, experiences, and perspectives that shape leadership, growth, and personal and professional success. Earlier seasons of "What The Why?!? with Barbara Anne" are also available, giving listeners access to a rich library of conversations across multiple platforms. Access our episodes on your preferred platform here: https://pod.link/aHR0cHM6Ly9tZWRpYS5yc3MuY29tL3doYXQtdGhlLXdoeS9mZWVkLnhtbA (https://pod.link/aHR0cHM6Ly9tZWRpYS5yc3MuY29tL3doYXQtdGhlLXdoeS9mZWVkLnhtbA)

Publisher

Barbara Anne Gardenhire-Mills

Category

business

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

5 Jun 2025

Latest episode

31 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

160 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   31 Oct 2026

   Religious Trauma: Forgiveness, Boundaries & Healing | Morgan Piercy (Part 2)

   Can healing happen without forgiveness? What happens when the beliefs that once shaped your entire world become a source of pain, shame, or confusion? In Part 2 of "What The Why?!?", Barbara Anne Gardenhire-Mills continues her thought-provoking conversation with Morgan Piercy, a licensed therapist specializing in religious trauma, deconstruction, ADHD, and identity reconstruction. Morgan explores the emotional challenges of leaving high-control religious environments, including moral injury, spiritual abuse, guilt, shame, and the struggle to rebuild personal identity. Together, they discuss why forgiveness should never be forced, how healthy boundaries differ from emotional cutoff, and how narcissistic behavior and spiritual bypassing can affect emotional well-being. Morgan also shares how Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) supports people in reconnecting with their values, reclaiming autonomy, and building a life that reflects who they truly are. 👤About Our Guest Morgan Piercy is a licensed therapist at Deconstruction Counseling in the Kansas City area. She specializes in religious trauma, deconstruction, ADHD, and identity reconstruction after high-control or spiritually harmful environments. Through Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Morgan helps people move beyond fear, shame, and rigid expectations toward greater authenticity, values-based living, and psychological flexibility. 🎧Listen to the full episode: https://pod.link/aHR0cHM6Ly9tZWRpYS5yc3MuY29tL3doYXQtdGhlLXdoeS9mZWVkLnhtbA (https://pod.link/aHR0cHM6Ly9tZWRpYS5yc3MuY29tL3doYXQtdGhlLXdoeS9mZWVkLnhtbA) 📥 Download the episode to listen offline, revisit the insights, and share it with a leader or colleague who could benefit from the conversation. 🔗 CONNECT WITH MORGAN 🌐Website: https://www.morganpiercy.com (https://www.morganpiercy.com) 🌐Deconstruction Counseling: https://www.deconstructionkc.com (https://www.deconstructionkc.com) 🌐Social Media & Resources: https://linktr.ee/deconstructionkc (https://linktr.ee/deconstructionkc) 🎥 Watch the video version on YouTube: ➡️https://youtu.be/ozuSZTUSQEU (https://youtu.be/ozuSZTUSQEU) ✨ Ready to elevate your leadership, strengthen your team, or create meaningful transformation in your organization? 📅Book a complimentary Coaching, Consulting & Strategy Session with Barbara Anne Gardenhire-Mills: https://calendly.com/barbaraanne-purposefilledsande/pfse-free-coaching-consulting-strategy-referral (https://calendly.com/barbaraanne-purposefilledsande/pfse-free-coaching-consulting-strategy-referral) #deconstruction #ReligiousTrauma #SpiritualAbuse #MoralInjury #MentalHealth #WhatTheWhyPodcast

2. 

   28 Oct 2026

   Religious Trauma & Deconstruction: Rebuilding Your Identity | Morgan Piercy (Part 1)

   What happens when the beliefs you grew up with no longer reflect who you are? In this thought-provoking episode of "What The Why?!?", Barbara Anne Gardenhire-Mills welcomes licensed therapist Morgan Piercy for an honest conversation about religious trauma, faith deconstruction, identity reconstruction, and finding the courage to live authentically. Morgan shares her journey from growing up in a conservative religious environment to working as an engineer before discovering her purpose in therapy. Drawing from her personal experiences and professional expertise, she explores how fear, shame, and rigid expectations can influence identity and how Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) can help people reconnect with their values. 👤About Our Guest Morgan Piercy is a licensed therapist at Deconstruction Counseling in the Kansas City area. She specializes in religious trauma, deconstruction, ADHD, and identity reconstruction after high-control or spiritually harmful environments. Through Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Morgan helps people move beyond fear, shame, and rigid expectations toward greater authenticity, values-based living, and psychological flexibility. 🎧Listen to the full episode: https://pod.link/aHR0cHM6Ly9tZWRpYS5yc3MuY29tL3doYXQtdGhlLXdoeS9mZWVkLnhtbA (https://pod.link/aHR0cHM6Ly9tZWRpYS5yc3MuY29tL3doYXQtdGhlLXdoeS9mZWVkLnhtbA) 📥 Download the episode to listen offline, revisit the insights, and share it with a leader or colleague who could benefit from the conversation. 🔗 CONNECT WITH MORGAN 🌐Website: https://www.morganpiercy.com (https://www.morganpiercy.com) 🌐Deconstruction Counseling: https://www.deconstructionkc.com (https://www.deconstructionkc.com) 🌐Social Media & Resources: https://linktr.ee/deconstructionkc (https://linktr.ee/deconstructionkc) 🎥 Watch video version on YouTube: ➡️ https://youtu.be/vWbs2vD5LQ4 (https://youtu.be/vWbs2vD5LQ4) ✨ Ready to elevate your leadership, strengthen your team, or create meaningful transformation in your organization? 📅Book a complimentary Coaching, Consulting & Strategy Session with Barbara Anne Gardenhire-Mills: https://calendly.com/barbaraanne-purposefilledsande/pfse-free-coaching-consulting-strategy-referral (https://calendly.com/barbaraanne-purposefilledsande/pfse-free-coaching-consulting-strategy-referral) #deconstruction #ReligiousTrauma #MentalHealth #MorganPiercy #WhatTheWhyPodcast

3. 

   20 Oct 2026

   Medicare Explained: What Seniors Need to Know Before Choosing a Plan | Felicia Petersen

   💚 MEDICARE MADE SIMPLE: Understanding Your Options with Confidence! Are you feeling overwhelmed by Medicare choices? You're not alone! 🎙️ On this episode of "What The Why?!?", host Barbara Anne Gardenhire-Mills welcomes Felicia Petersen, a Licensed Independent Medicare Broker known as “Your Medicare Friend.” With over 15 years of experience in Human Resources and employee medical benefits, Felicia has made it her mission to help seniors navigate Medicare with clarity, compassion, and confidence. ✨ In this inspiring conversation, discover: ✅ Why Medicare isn't one-size-fits-all ✅ The differences between Medicare Advantage and Medicare Supplement (Medigap) plans ✅ Why understanding enrollment periods matters ✅ How informed healthcare decisions can bring greater peace of mind ✅ How Felicia transformed her professional experience into a purpose-driven mission to serve others 👤About Our Guest Felicia Petersen is a Licensed Independent Medicare Broker with more than 15 years of Human Resources experience specializing in employee medical benefits. Today, as “Your Medicare Friend,” she helps individuals navigate Medicare with clarity, compassion, and confidence. Felicia believes Medicare is never one-size-fits-all. Her mission is to educate clients about their options and help them understand the reasons behind their decisions. Guided by faith, integrity, and a genuine desire to serve seniors, Felicia is committed to making complex information easier to understand and providing peace of mind. 🎧Listen to the full episode: https://pod.link/aHR0cHM6Ly9tZWRpYS5yc3MuY29tL3doYXQtdGhlLXdoeS9mZWVkLnhtbA (https://pod.link/aHR0cHM6Ly9tZWRpYS5yc3MuY29tL3doYXQtdGhlLXdoeS9mZWVkLnhtbA) 📥 Download the episode to listen offline, revisit the insights, and share it with a leader or colleague who could benefit from the conversation. 🔗 CONNECT WITH FELICIA PETERSEN 🌐 Website: www.yourmedicarefriend.com (http://www.yourmedicarefriend.com) 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/felicia.petersen/ (https://www.facebook.com/felicia.petersen/) 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yourmedicarefriend/ (https://www.facebook.com/yourmedicarefriend/) ▶️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@YourMedicareFriend (https://www.youtube.com/@YourMedicareFriend) 🎥 Watch video version on YouTube: ➡️ https://youtu.be/hAALNN9AnAc (https://youtu.be/hAALNN9AnAc) ✨ Ready to elevate your leadership, strengthen your team, or create meaningful transformation in your organization? 📅Book a complimentary Coaching, Consulting & Strategy Session with Barbara Anne Gardenhire-Mills: https://calendly.com/barbaraanne-purposefilledsande/pfse-free-coaching-consulting-strategy-referral (https://calendly.com/barbaraanne-purposefilledsande/pfse-free-coaching-consulting-strategy-referral) #MedicareExplained #MedicareEnrollment #FeliciaYourMedicareFriend #WhatTheWhyPodcast

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Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

2 ratings

Spotify

5.0 / 5

8 ratings

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