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Life in Transition Podcast

Life in Transition Podcast

Di: Art Blanchford
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 I’m Art Blanchford, and this is Life in Transition, a podcast about making the most of the changes we’re given. As a married father of three teenagers, long-time global business executive, and adventurer, I’ve been through hundreds of transitions in my life. Many have been difficult, but all have led to a depth and richness I could never have imagined. You’ll get to hear all about them on this podcast so that together, we can create more love and joy in our lives — no matter what transitions we go through.2020-2030 Life in Transition Economia Igiene e vita sana Psicologia Psicologia e salute mentale Ricerca del lavoro Successo personale Sviluppo personale
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  • The Ambassador's Path: From Army Ranger to Appalachian Trail to Community Service

    The Ambassador's Path: From Army Ranger to Appalachian Trail to Community Service
    Feb 19 2026
    “I saw my father do it. So I have a better understanding on how to do it, how to serve, how to lead." - Barry FarmerWhat happens when a decorated US Army veteran walks away from 23 years of service? Barry Farmer didn't slow down—he discovered his true calling. After raising seven children and adopting three more, Barry threw himself into Jacksonville's nonprofit world, joining three boards and becoming a Human Rights Commissioner. But burnout led him to the Appalachian Trail. "When you feel useless, become useful to somebody," a hostel owner told him. That wisdom transformed everything. Barry's parents never preached servant leadership—they lived it. Now he's weaving a community fabric where isolated threads become something stronger together. His message? More than average isn't about salary. It's about heart. Barry Farmer, trail name "Ambassador," is a retired US Army veteran with 23 years of honorable service, including completing Army Ranger School as one of three African Americans in his graduating class. After retiring as a major in 2021, Barry threw himself into Jacksonville community service, joining three nonprofit boards and serving as a Human Rights Commissioner (2022-2024). He completed Leadership Jacksonville Cohort 2024 and served as President of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity's Jacksonville chapter. A father to seven children and three adopted nieces/nephews, Barry completed the Appalachian Trail thru-hike in 2025, summiting on September 11th. About The Show:The Life in Transition, hosted by Art Blanchford focuses on making the most of the changes we’re given every week. Art has been through hundreds of transitions in his life. Many have been difficult, but all have led to a depth and richness he could never have imagined. On the podcast Art explores how to create more love and joy in life, no matter what transitions we go through. Art is married to his lifelong partner, a proud father of three and a long-time adventurer and global business executive. He is the founder and leader of the Midlife Transition Mastery Community. Learn more about the MLTM Community here: www.lifeintransition.online. In This Episode: (00:00) From Combat to Community Service(05:03) Finding Purpose Through Nonprofit Work(11:11) Building Community Fabric Together(17:06) The Sacrifice of Servant Leadership(20:14) Day One on the Appalachian Trail(24:40) When You Feel Useless Become Useful(30:21) Parents' Legacy of Silent Service(34:27) Following Your Heart to the Trail(41:58) Mission Beyond Yourself(46:10) How to Connect With Barry Like, subscribe, and send us your comments and feedback.Resources:Email: barryb.farmer21@gmail.comFacebook: Barry B. FarmerEmail Art BlanchfordLife in Transition WebsiteLife in Transition on IGLife in Transition on FBJoin Our Community: https://www.lifeintransition.online/My new book PURPOSEFUL LIVING is out now. Order it now: https://www.amazon.com/PURPOSEFUL-LIVING-Wisdom-Coming-Complex/dp/1963913922Explore our website https://lifeintransitionpodcast.com/ for more in-depth information and resources, and to download the 8-step guide to mastering mid-life transitions.The views and opinions expressed on the Life In Transition podcast are solely those of the author and guests and should not be attributed to any other individual or entity. This podcast is an independent production of Life In Transition Podcast, and the podcast production is an original work of the author. All rights of ownership and reproduction are retained—copyright 2025.
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    49 min
  • From Tragedy to Tech: Building KLEENUP After Losing Everything

    From Tragedy to Tech: Building KLEENUP After Losing Everything
    Feb 12 2026
    “You must speak the language. Because that's the only way to tap into local people." - Jon ShukurovWhat happens when an immigrant entrepreneur faces the loss of his brother, his daughters, and nearly his entire business? AsrorJon Shukurov shares his journey from Uzbekistan to becoming Maryland's Small Business Person of the Year. A bizarre pool incident—yes, literally—became the catalyst for his transformation through personal development. "Whatever you have now is because who you are," he heard at rock bottom. That moment changed everything. Jon reveals how consuming personal development content, "cleansing his circle," and focusing on traction over funding built both his cleaning empire and the KLEENUP tech platform. His wisdom on language, ambition, and resilience offers a roadmap for anyone facing life's toughest transitions.AsrorJon Shukurov is a serial entrepreneur, author, and the 2023 SBA Maryland Minority Owned Small Business of the Year. He immigrated from Uzbekistan 21 years ago and founded Interworld Cleaning in 2009, scaling it into an award-winning commercial and residential cleaning company. Jon is co-founder of KLEENUP, a technology-enabled marketplace connecting people with vetted, insured local cleaners. He's the author of The Immigrant's Companion: Making Your American Dream a Reality and focuses on building practical systems and scalable solutions that help many people simultaneously.About The Show: The Life in Transition, hosted by Art Blanchford focuses on making the most of the changes we’re given every week. Art has been through hundreds of transitions in his life. Many have been difficult, but all have led to a depth and richness he could never have imagined. On the podcast Art explores how to create more love and joy in life, no matter what transitions we go through. Art is married to his lifelong partner, a proud father of three and a long-time adventurer and global business executive. He is the founder and leader of the Midlife Transition Mastery Community. Learn more about the MLTM Community here: www.lifeintransition.online.In This Episode: (00:00) Opening: From Devastation to Phoenix Rising (01:32) Multiple Life Transitions: The Journey Begins (04:26) Building KLEENUP: The Technology Transition (07:34) Ideas vs. Execution: What Really Matters (11:18) Marketplace Dynamics: Removing the Middleman (21:09) Managing People: Creating Human Connection at Scale (27:23) Rock Bottom: When His Daughters Disappeared (31:51) Changing Circles: The Loneliness of Growth (39:17) The Immigrant's Keys: Language and Ambition (48:51) The One Tool for Navigating Any Transition Like, subscribe, and send us your comments and feedback.Resources:AsrorJon Shukurov LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/asrorjonshukurov/Website: ansimpact.comCompany: KLEENUP (peer-to-peer cleaning marketplace)Company: Interworld Cleaning (commercial and residential cleaning)Book: The Immigrant's Companion: Making Your American Dream a Reality (available on Amazon)Award: 2023 Maryland Minority Owned Small Business of the Year (SBA)Email Art BlanchfordLife in Transition WebsiteLife in Transition on IGLife in Transition on FBJoin Our Community: https://www.lifeintransition.online/My new book PURPOSEFUL LIVING is out now. Order it now: https://www.amazon.com/PURPOSEFUL-LIVING-Wisdom-Coming-Complex/dp/1963913922Explore our website https://lifeintransitionpodcast.com/ for more in-depth information and resources, and to download the 8-step guide to mastering mid-life transitions.The views and opinions expressed on the Life In Transition podcast are solely those of the author and guests and should not be attributed to any other individual or entity. This podcast is an independent production of Life In Transition Podcast, and the podcast production is an original work of the author. All rights of ownership and reproduction are retained—copyright 2025.
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    54 min
  • Power With, Not Power Over: Rod Collins' Blueprint for the AI Era

    Power With, Not Power Over: Rod Collins' Blueprint for the AI Era
    Feb 5 2026
    What happens when you give 50 people—from CEOs to recent college graduates—equal voice in solving complex business problems? Rod Collins discovered the answer while leading the Blue Cross Blue Shield Federal Employee Program through its greatest five-year growth period in 65 years. "Nobody is smarter than everybody," Rod insists. He shares how staying silent when he thought the group was heading down the wrong path led to breakthrough solutions he never imagined. From eliminating air crashes through cockpit collaboration to preventing AI tyranny, Rod's "power with" approach revolutionized not just business results but how we think about leadership itself. Sometimes chaos first leads to the best order.Rod Collins is an author, songwriter, and former business executive who pioneered collective intelligence leadership during his 33 years at the Blue Cross Blue Shield Association's Federal Employee Program. As Chief Operating Executive, he led the organization through its greatest five-year growth period in its 65-year history, achieving record-breaking financial and operational performance. His book "Nobody Is Smarter Than Everybody: Why Self-Managed Teams Make Better Decisions and Deliver Extraordinary Results" captures his revolutionary approach to power-with leadership. Now in semi-retirement, Rod writes books, monthly Substack columns, and music. Learn more at rodcollins.net.About The Show: The Life in Transition, hosted by Art Blanchford focuses on making the most of the changes we’re given every week. Art has been through hundreds of transitions in his life. Many have been difficult, but all have led to a depth and richness he could never have imagined. On the podcast Art explores how to create more love and joy in life, no matter what transitions we go through. Art is married to his lifelong partner, a proud father of three and a long-time adventurer and global business executive. He is the founder and leader of the Midlife Transition Mastery Community. Learn more about the MLTM Community here: www.lifeintransition.online.In This Episode: (00:00) Opening: Power With Not Power Over(03:26) Transitioning From Auditor To Operations Leader(07:31) Designing The Collective Intelligence Workshop(18:03) Discovering Unanimous Agreement Every Time(25:06) Why People Volunteered For These Meetings(31:19) Choosing Chaos First Not Last(38:50) How Aviation Eliminated Crashes With Networks(46:48) Applying Power With To Family Life(52:31) The Future Of AI And Power StructuresLike, subscribe, and send us your comments and feedback.Resources:Website: rodcollins.netBook: "Nobody Is Smarter Than Everybody: Why Self-Managed Teams Make Better Decisions and Deliver Extraordinary Results"Monthly Substack column (link available on website)YouTube channel with original songs (link available on website)Email Art BlanchfordLife in Transition WebsiteLife in Transition on IGLife in Transition on FBJoin Our Community: https://www.lifeintransition.online/My new book PURPOSEFUL LIVING is out now. Order it now: https://www.amazon.com/PURPOSEFUL-LIVING-Wisdom-Coming-Complex/dp/1963913922Explore our website https://lifeintransitionpodcast.com/ for more in-depth information and resources, and to download the 8-step guide to mastering mid-life transitions.The views and opinions expressed on the Life In Transition podcast are solely those of the author and guests and should not be attributed to any other individual or entity. This podcast is an independent production of Life In Transition Podcast, and the podcast production is an original work of the author. All rights of ownership and reproduction are retained—copyright 2025.
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