Emotions of Change
Emotions of Change
Podcast Description
Changemaking isn’t just strategy, indicators, or mission statements. It’s deeply emotional.In this show, we dive into the emotions behind doing work that tries to make the world a better place. From anger to compassion, anxiety to joy—we’re here to share things we don’t usually see in LinkedIn posts or slide decks.Why does this matter?Because when you're trying to create change, feeling a lot is not only normal—it’s inevitable. Yet we rarely get space to understand how those emotions shape our work. That’s what this show is here for.In each episode we explore one emotion through the raw, unfiltered story of a woman leading change somewhere in the world. These are not polished success stories. They’re honest and brave stories from the messy middle—the vulnerable, often invisible parts of change-making.Then, we speak with guides—philosophers, therapists, practitioners—who help us learn how to navigate these emotions in ways that support both our well-being and our well-doing.We made this podcast to help change-makers like you feel less alone and more supported in your emotional journey to make a difference.If you’re doing the work and feeling everything that comes with it—we made this for you.🎧 Come join us! 🎧
Podcast Insights
Content Themes
The podcast delves into emotions like self-doubt, anxiety, and joy that accompany individuals working for change. For instance, Episode 2 features Zoya Miari discussing her battle with self-doubt while pursuing her vision for a storytelling platform as a refugee. Each episode is structured around a specific emotion, highlighted through the personal story of a woman in the field, followed by expert insights to assist in navigating these feelings.
Changemaking isn’t just strategy, indicators, or mission statements. It’s deeply emotional.
In this show, we dive into the emotions behind doing work that tries to make the world a better place. From anger to compassion, anxiety to joy, we’re here to share things we don’t usually see in LinkedIn posts or slide decks.
Why does this matter?
Because when you’re trying to create change, feeling a lot is not only normal, it’s inevitable. Yet we rarely get space to understand how those emotions shape our work. That’s what this show is here for.
In each episode we explore one emotion through the raw, unfiltered story of a woman leading change somewhere in the world. These are not polished success stories. They’re honest and brave stories from the messy middle – the vulnerable, often invisible parts of change-making.
Then, we speak with guides – philosophers, therapists, practitioners – who help us learn how to navigate these emotions in ways that support both our well-being and our well-doing.
We made this podcast to help change-makers like you feel less alone and more supported in your emotional journey to make a difference.
If you’re doing the work and feeling everything that comes with it – we made this for you.
🎧 Come join us! 🎧
Ep. 9 – Bonus Episode: The story behind the stories with Michelle Grant and Katarina Hagstedt
What does it take to create a podcast that feels into the emotions at the heart of change work?
In this special bonus episode and season finale, host Michelle Grant and producer Katarina Hagstedt go behind the scenes of Emotions of Change. Together, they reflect on what it really took to make a podcast that doesn't just talk about emotions, but feels them, in real time.
From pre-interviews and sound design to vulnerable retreats and growing pains, this conversation traces the creative journey, the unexpected lessons, and the personal shifts that shaped the series.
Together they unpack why most of us rush to tidy our emotions into insights, how “showing up anyway” became a quiet act of courage, and what happens when a facilitator dares to become a participant.
If you’ve been curious about the making of the show and what we learned along the way, or craving a glimpse into the messy middle of storytelling, this one’s for you.
Further information:
Find the bonus materials for the episodes here (scroll down to sign up at the bottom of the page): https://www.thegreatfull.com/eoc-podcast/ep9-bonus-episode-story-behind-the-stories
Find out more about Michelle and The Great Full here: www.thegreatfull.com
Find out more about Katarina and Tinka Media here: https://www.tinkamedia.com/
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