T is for Transformation

Latest Episodes:

Positively Selfish: The Key to Real Transformation Sep 03, 2025

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This is it—the series finale of T is for Transformation. And I knew I had to end this chapter with a story that goes beyond fitness, beyond weight loss, and straight into the heart of what transformation is all about.

In this episode, I sit down with my friend John Mattes, whose journey has been nothing short of life-changing. From facing a near-death moment on a glacier in Patagonia to life at 415 pounds, to the pain of losing his mom—John’s story is raw, real, and powerful.

But what makes it groundbreaking is the lesson at the center of it all: the power of being positively selfish. Choosing yourself, so you can finally live, love, and give from a place of wholeness.

Thank you for trusting me to walk alongside you through this podcast. This finale isn’t the end—it’s the reminder that your transformation continues, every single day.

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Turning Grief Into Purpose: Aliza Mooney’s Story of Resilience Aug 25, 2025

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In this powerful episode of T Is for Transformation, host Shaun T sits down with his friend Aliza Mooney, who shares her journey of unimaginable loss — the passing of her daughter, Jordan. Through profound grief, Aliza has transformed her pain into purpose, founding The Jordan Project to honor her daughter’s legacy and support youth facing mental health and substance use challenges. Together, Shaun and Aliza explore the realities of grief, the cracks in our mental health systems, and how love, resilience, and community can bring light into the darkest of times.

⚠️ Trigger Warning: This episode discusses topics of substance abuse and suicide. If you or someone you know is struggling, please call or text the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline for free, confidential support.

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The Power of Daily Commitment: One Year of Workouts Aug 20, 2025

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In this episode of T Is for Transformation, Shaun T explores what happens when you make an extreme commitment to yourself—like working out every single day for a year.

He introduces a guest who took on this challenge and stuck with it, showing how discipline, consistency, and mindset can fuel a complete life transformation.

If you’ve ever set a goal and quit too soon, this story might just inspire you to recommit and dig deeper.

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Finding Yourself: Quinn’s Journey of Acceptance and Growth Aug 18, 2025

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What does it really mean to grow into yourself? This week, Shaun T sits down with Quinn Pender, who first came to Shaun’s events at just 13 years old. Now, at 22, Quinn opens up about navigating identity, coming out at a young age, and the role therapy and family support played in his transformation. Together with his mom, Quinn reflects on the challenges of adolescence, the courage it takes to live authentically, and the power of having someone in your corner.

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“This Is Me”: Danielle Rosario on Cultural Identity, Fitness & Mental Health Aug 11, 2025

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In this episode of T Is for Transformation, Shaun T sits down with Danielle Rosario to explore the intersection of cultural identity, fitness, and mental health. Born in New York with deep Latino roots and raised in Minnesota, Danielle shares the complexities of growing up as a white-presenting Puerto Rican woman—facing cultural disconnection, colorism, and identity stigma both within and outside her community.

Danielle opens up about navigating judgment from family and peers, overcoming trauma, and reclaiming her mental and physical health. From losing over 100 pounds to confronting an eating disorder and finding power through therapy, her journey is a powerful reminder that transformation starts from within.

This raw, honest conversation tackles race, body image, emotional resilience, and what it truly means to be seen—and accepted—for who you are.

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Vulnerability Is a Superpower: Emotional Resilience & True Transformation Aug 04, 2025

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In this powerful episode of T Is for Transformation, Shaun T explores a side of transformation that often goes unspoken—vulnerability. Going beyond the physical, Shaun dives deep into how emotional resilience, hormone balance, and honest self-awareness are not just buzzwords—they’re the real building blocks of lasting change.

From a candid conversation at the DMV to his own experience with hormone therapy and trauma healing, Shaun shares how embracing vulnerability fuels your fitness, mindset, and spirit. Backed by science and lived experience, this episode reveals how self-compassion and emotional resilience aren’t signs of weakness—they’re your ultimate strength.

Discover:

The link between hormone health & vitality
How journaling can boost mental clarity
Why vulnerability accelerates growth
Shaun’s own healing journey and daily practices
What it means to create lasting, sustainable transformation

Tune in and learn how to face your fears, embrace your emotions, and transform your entire life—from the inside out.

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Sweat & Strategy: How Fitness Fuels Success in Life and Business Jul 21, 2025

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In this episode of T Is for Transformation, Shaun T breaks down the undeniable connection between physical fitness and personal success. Whether you're an entrepreneur, parent, or juggling both, Shaun shares how prioritizing movement can boost mental clarity, prevent burnout, and increase productivity. He opens up about his own strategies—like dancing before recording, scheduling mental health days, and time-blocking workouts—and explains how fitness can sharpen your focus in business, improve relationships at home, and transform your overall mindset. Tune in to learn how sweating smarter can help you show up stronger in every area of life.

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Breaking the Yo-Yo Cycle: Kelly’s 150lb Transformation Story Jul 14, 2025

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In this powerful episode of T Is for Transformation, Shaun T sits down with Kelly Kramer, a teacher and mother whose lifelong struggle with yo-yo dieting took her on a journey of physical, emotional, and mental transformation. From childhood bullying and comfort eating to a terrifying dream that sparked a life-changing wake-up call, Kelly opens up about the root causes of her weight challenges—and the mindset shift that helped her lose over 150 pounds.

Together, Shaun and Kelly explore the dangers of all-or-nothing thinking, the emotional toll of binge eating, and the real impact of avoiding the scale. Most importantly, they highlight the tools that helped Kelly break the cycle for good—community support, daily affirmations, sustainable nutrition, and trusting the process.

This is more than a weight-loss story—it’s a testimony to the power of self-belief, inner strength, and moving always forward.

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I'm Not Proud of My Patience Right Now - And That’s Okay Jul 07, 2025

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In this raw and revealing solo episode of T Is for Transformation, Shaun T opens up about being in a season where his patience is wearing thin—and how that internal struggle is affecting the way he shows up as a father, partner, and leader.

Known for his high energy and motivation, Shaun shares the real side of what it feels like to wrestle with frustration, overwhelm, and the pressure to always “keep it together.” Listeners will hear seven practical tools he uses to recenter himself—ranging from mindfulness techniques and movement to setting boundaries, limiting triggers, and cultivating gratitude.

This episode is an honest reminder that even the strongest among us have moments of doubt. It’s not about perfection—it’s about awareness, healing, and finding peace in the process.

Whether you're a parent, partner, or just feeling stretched thin, Shaun offers insights that will help you reclaim your patience and move forward with more grace and intention.

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The Power of Fitness and Partnership: Kelly and Aaron's Transformation Journey Jun 30, 2025

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In this episode of T Is for Transformation, Shaun T celebrates something that fuels real, lasting change—partnership. He opens up about the strength he’s found in his own relationship with his husband, Scott, and introduces a powerhouse couple: Kelly and Aaron. Their journey is all about how showing up for each other—in the gym and in life—can completely transform your body, mindset, and relationship.

From battling health challenges to building unshakable confidence, Kelly and Aaron prove that when you lift each other up, there’s no limit to what you can accomplish. Shaun dives into the emotional impact of having a ride-or-die partner in your corner, the joy of sweating it out side-by-side, and why community support is everything. Whether listeners are in a relationship or just looking to deepen their connections, this episode offers real tools to strengthen bonds through the power of movement and shared intention.

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