S2E5 - From Drummer to Dream Builder: Adam Gay on Music, Mindset, and Making Your Own Rules

S2E5 - From Drummer to Dream Builder: Adam Gay on Music, Mindset, and Making Your Own Rules

In this episode of Making It Happen, Pauline sits down with Adam Gay, full-time drummer, content creator, coach, and member of the band When the Sun Sets. Adam shares how he went from saying yes to every opportunity to building a life around music, touring, teaching, creating content, and helping other drummers find their own path. This conversation is full of practical motivation for anyone trying to figure out what they really want and how to start moving toward it. Adam talks about building confidence, learning through failure, creating multiple income streams, staying focused when shiny distractions pop up, and why getting just 1% better every day can completely change your direction. If you have ever felt like you have big goals but no clear roadmap, this episode will remind you that the first step matters, belief matters, and you have more control over your future than you may think. As Adam puts it, if you care about something, do not take your focus off of it. Make it happen.

S2E4 - From Rock Bottom to Relentless: Building a Life That Works - Guest Nick Myrhow

Nick Myrhow’s story is not polished and that’s exactly why it stands out. In this episode, he shares what it really looks like to grow up fast, take responsibility, and figure things out without a safety net. From getting kicked out at 18 to becoming a young father and working his way through barber school in record time, Nick didn’t follow a straight path. Today, he’s balancing two businesses, raising two kids including a son with autism, and pushing toward something bigger than just getting by. This conversation gets into the realities most people avoid talking about. The pressure to provide, the trade-offs between family and business, and the constant tension of trying to build something while still being present at home. Nick is honest about the mistakes, the mindset shifts, and the moments that forced him to grow up quickly. One idea comes through loud and clear: you don’t fail when things go wrong, you fail when you stop trying. If you’re navigating business, family, and the pressure to do more with your life, this episode will hit close to home and give you something real to think about.

S2E3 - From Military to Main Street: Building a Business That Actually Works with guest Miguel Cerpa

What does it really take to build a business from the ground up while raising a family and navigating real-life pressure? In this episode, Miguel Cerpa shares his journey from military service to entrepreneurship and the lessons that came with it. He breaks down how he turned a simple skill into a growing business, why focusing on quality over quantity changed everything, and what most people get wrong about scaling. We also get into the realities behind the scenes, managing stress, hiring the right people, balancing family life, and figuring things out when nothing feels certain. Miguel doesn’t pretend it’s easy, but he makes it clear it’s possible. If you’re building something of your own or thinking about it, this episode will challenge how you think about growth, failure, and what it actually means to make it happen.

S2E2 - Marriage, Money & Making It Work: The Real Talk Behind “Having It All” - Guest Jim Roth

What does “having it all” actually look like when you’re juggling marriage, kids, and building a business? In this episode of Making It Happen, Pauline is joined again by her husband, Jim Roth, for a candid, no-filter conversation about what life really looks like behind the scenes. From managing the daily chaos of parenting to navigating financial pressure, shifting roles, and building a business from the ground up, they break down what it takes to keep everything moving forward. They get into the realities most people don’t talk about, like who’s carrying more at home, why “doing it all” often feels like just surviving, and how partnership plays a bigger role than love alone. You’ll also hear how their kids are learning about work, independence, and money just by watching what happens inside their home. This episode is equal parts honest, practical, and relatable. It’s a look at what it really means to grow together, figure things out as you go, and keep showing up even when it’s not perfect. If you’ve ever questioned whether you’re doing it right or just doing your best, this one will hit home.

S2E1 - She’s Doing It All… But At What Cost? Guest Deanna Varisco

What does it really look like to juggle a full-time career, marriage, kids, and your own health… without losing yourself in the process? In this episode, Deanna Varisco gets honest about the reality behind “doing it all.” From raising teenagers and navigating different parenting styles, to managing a demanding career while protecting what matters most, this conversation is full of practical perspective and real-life lessons. Deanna shares what it’s like guiding a new driver, balancing independence with protection as a parent, and why strong communication is the backbone of her marriage. She also opens up about living with a chronic kidney condition for over 15 years, and how that experience completely reshaped how she views time, priorities, and life itself . You’ll also hear: * The truth about balancing work and family when everything feels important * Why “figuring it out as you go” might actually be the best strategy * A refreshing take on marriage, including unconventional choices that work * How stepping away from a career path can be the breakthrough, not the failure This is a conversation for anyone trying to keep all the plates spinning and wondering if they’re getting it right.