Best Jess Prudhomme Podcasts (2025)

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21. I Quit My Job with Nothing Lined Up—And I’ll Be Back in the Fall! (Solo) 30:20

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*Jess will be taking a short summer break, but she’ll be back this fall with all-new episodes.* After two seasons of sharing other people’s detours, Jess is sharing her own. In this bold and deeply personal season finale, Jess opens up about the life-altering decision she just made: quitting her corporate job without another one lined up. No safety…

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20. Letting Your Soul Lead the Way with Leah Brathwaite 55:30

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What happens when you realize the life you’ve worked so hard to build doesn’t actually feel like yours? In this episode, Jess talks with Leah Brathwaite—soul advisor, founder of The Live Free Lifestyle, and author of A New Way of Life: A Guide for Transformation From Living a Lie to Freeing Your Soul—about the courage it takes to stop performing, s…

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19. Nick Bragman on Crohn’s, Setbacks, and Making Peace with a New Path 40:15

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This conversation is about what happens when life veers off course before it even begins. In this episode, Jess sits down with her friend Nick Bragman to talk about living with Crohn’s disease and the unexpected detour that reshaped everything. Diagnosed at 12, Nick spent his teenage years pushing through discomfort, chasing achievement, and follow…

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18. Creating a Life You Actually Love with Dr. Wendy O’Connor 50:18

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If you’ve been feeling stuck, burnt out, or like you’re just going through the motions, this one’s for you. In this episode, Jess is joined by Dr. Wendy O’Connor—a Stanford-trained clinical psychologist who now coaches women on how to create lives they truly love. After building a successful private practice and navigating life as a mother of three…

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17. From Self-Abandonment to Self-Remembrance with Colleen Avis 44:35

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In this honest and deeply reflective episode, Jess is joined by Colleen Avis—integrative life coach, mindfulness mentor, and author of the Sacred Spaces: Subtle Shifts for Mind, Body, and Home Transformation series. Their conversation covers everything from identity, healing, and the quiet, powerful process of coming home to yourself. At just 16, C…

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16. What Surviving Sudden Cardiac Death Taught Jeff Luther About Living 46:31

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What happens when your heart suddenly stops — and everything you’ve built your identity around no longer fits? In this episode of The Great Detour, Jess talks with Jeff Luther — a father, athlete, and host of the All Can, No Can’t podcast — whose life changed in an instant during a CrossFit workout with his teenage son. Jeff experienced sudden card…

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15. Get Griefy with Kera Sanchez: Life After Loss and Finding Your Spark Again 43:11

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In this episode of The Great Detour™, Jess is joined by Kera Sanchez, a high school dean, mother of two, Navy wife, and the founder and editor-in-chief of Get Griefy Magazine. Together, they explore the complex terrain of grief — not just the heaviness, but also the creativity, community, and surprising ways we can carry loss without being consumed…

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14. Life Without a Tie: Ray Martin on Rewriting the Script and Living Without Attachments 52:34

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In this episode of The Great Detour™, Jess speaks with Ray Martin—entrepreneur, award-winning business leader, and author of Life Without a Tie. At the height of his career, Ray experienced a profound unraveling: the end of his marriage, the loss of his father, and a decision to step away from the company he co-founded with his partner. What began …

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13. Love, Loss & the Bounce Back: Elle Davis on Resilience After Widowhood 53:43

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In this episode, Jess is joined by Elle Davis — mother, TEDx speaker, entrepreneur, and author of The Art of the Bounce Back. In 2014, Elle’s life changed overnight when she became a widow at 36, left to raise her two-year-old daughter on her own. What followed was a season of deep grief, transformation, and unexpected growth. Elle shares how she n…

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12. Leaning Into Uncertainty & Discovering New Possibilities with Jake Bushman 46:34

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In this week’s episode of The Great Detour™, I sit down with Jake Bushman, host of the Journey with Jake podcast, to explore how life’s unexpected turns can lead to meaningful new paths. Jake opens up about his career detour during the COVID-19 pandemic, the struggle of losing stability, and how that experience ultimately led him to discovering his…

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11. Finding Support & Balance While Caring for Aging Loved Ones with Isabel Melgarejo 34:31

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In this episode of The Great Detour™ podcast, Jess speaks with Isabel Melgarejo, founder of Tum Coeur, an organization dedicated to guiding family caregivers through the challenges of caring for loved ones. She is also the host of A Time to Care: The Caregivers Podcast, a show focused on caregiver support. Jess shares her personal journey of naviga…

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10. Navigating the Healing Journey & Rising through Life's Challenges with Janel Gonzalez 52:16

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In this episode of The Great Detour, Jess welcomes guest Janel Gonzalez, founder and host of The Rising, a podcast and community for personal transformation and self-discovery. Together, they explore how life's challenging moments can serve as catalysts for growth, discussing the importance of embracing vulnerability, navigating periods of solitude…

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9. Divorce as a Rebirth: Embracing Heartbreak, Growth & Self-Reclamation with Lulu Rios-Hollmann 49:40

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Divorce is often seen as an ending, but what if it’s actually a new beginning? In this episode, Jess sits down with Lulu Rios-Hollmann, a woman whose journey through divorce led her to self-reclamation, courage, and a deeper sense of purpose. Together, they explore the emotional, mental, and even societal challenges of ending a marriage—and how tha…

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8. Embracing Career Detours with CEO of Tailor Made Growth, Diamond Mullings 46:27

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Navigating the ups and downs of a career can feel overwhelming, but it’s also an incredible opportunity for growth. In this episode of The Great Detour™ podcast, Jess is joined by Diamond Mullings, career coach and CEO Tailor Made Growth, for a candid and empowering discussion about career transitions—whether by choice or by force. Diamond shares h…

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7. Turning Pain Into Power: Dan Carazo’s Comeback Through Endurance Sports 38:32

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In this powerful episode of The Great Detour™ podcast, Jess shares the inspiring story of her friend Dan Carazo, a dedicated endurance athlete who has transformed his life through perseverance and resilience. Dan opens up about his battle with addiction, the toll it took on his life, and the pivotal moments that sparked his journey to recovery. Thr…

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6. Embracing Solitude: The Journey to Self-Discovery (Solo Episode) 20:30

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In this solo episode of The Great Detour™ podcast, Jess shares her personal journey through solitude and self-discovery. Reflecting on her experiences of spending New Year's Eve alone and the transformative period following her divorce, Jess delves into the importance of being comfortable with oneself, the challenges of loneliness, and the growth t…

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5. From Heartbreak to Reinvention with Chef Wanda Richardson 49:10

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In this heartfelt episode of The Great Detour,™ Jess sits down with Wanda Richardson, a private chef whose life has been anything but linear. Wanda shares her incredible story of navigating love, loss, and career pivots with grace and resilience. From the devastating loss of her soulmate to a bold career shift in her 40s, Wanda takes us on a journe…

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4. Discovering Passions & Authenticity in the Midst of Uncertainty with Jaime Maldonado 49:33

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In this heartfelt and inspiring episode of The Great Detour™ podcast, Jess talks with her close friend, Jaime Maldonado. Jaime shares her journey of navigating life’s detours, from her experiences with infertility to rediscovering passions that light her up, including dancing, yoga, and empowering women through her travel business, SipSoulSavor. In…

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3. The Transformative Power of Community and Movement with Matt Carnaghi of Dubset Running Collective 36:48

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In this episode of The Great Detour™ podcast, Jess speaks with Matt Carnaghi, founder of Dubset Running Collective. They explore the importance of community and movement in navigating life's transitions. Matt shares how he transformed his passion for running into a collective that supports personal growth and the local community. They discuss the i…

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2. Changing the Game: Vanessa Dias on Inclusion, Community, and Able Athletics 38:41

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In this episode of The Great Detour™ podcast, Jess welcomes Vanessa Dias, Co-founder and CEO of Able Athletics, a nonprofit that creates inclusive sports opportunities for children with high support needs. Vanessa shares her personal journey through her daughter's rare genetic diagnosis, how it inspired her to build a community focused on acceptanc…

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1. Finding Authenticity and Purpose along the Appalachian Trail with Ryan Benz 42:22

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In this first episode of The Great Detour™ podcast, host Jess Prudhomme welcomes Ryan Benz, an authenticity strategist, speaker, and best-selling author of Wander: A Memoir of Letting Go and Walking 2,000 Miles to a Meaningful Life. Ryan’s incredible journey of leaving the corporate grind to hike the Appalachian Trail is a testament to the power of…

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Welcome to The Great Detour Podcast 6:15

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Officially launching on February 5, 2025! Welcome to The Great Detour™ podcast, a space where we explore life’s unplanned paths together. I’m Jess Prudhomme, your host, and this podcast is inspired by my own journey navigating the detours that have shaped and challenged me in ways I never imagined. Through these experiences, I’ve come to believe th…