Episode 616: The Art of the Pivot with Cat Greenleaf

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What happens when the person known for interviewing celebrities on a stoop decides to step into her own spotlight of truth? In this powerhouse episode, we sit down with Cat Greenleaf—four-time Emmy winner and former host of NBC’s Talk Stoop—turned fierce advocate for sobriety and recovery.

Cat pulls back the curtain on her transformative journey, moving from the high-stakes world of media to the deeply personal work of self-discovery. We explore the "language of recovery," the messy intersections of motherhood and addiction, and why community support is the ultimate backbone of a sober life.

Beyond the personal, Cat shares her mission to change the narrative for the formerly incarcerated through her Restorative Housing Organization, proving that finding a deeper purpose is the key to both personal healing and societal impact. This is a conversation about authenticity, the courage to change careers mid-stream, and the profound power of helping others find their way back.

About Cat Greenleaf

Cat Greenleaf is the creator and former host of Talk Stoop on NBC, where she interviewed hundreds of guests over nine years and earned four Emmys. After losing her job, she deepened her commitment to sobriety and founded the Restorative Housing Organization, training formerly incarcerated individuals to renovate and manage affordable waterfront housing. In 2024, she launched her own podcast, Soberness, dedicated to candid conversations about living a life in recovery.

In this episode, we discuss:

  • The Transition: Moving from celebrity broadcasting to advocacy.

  • The Power of Words: How the language we use in recovery shapes our reality.

  • Parenting & Sobriety: Navigating the unique challenges of motherhood while healing.

  • Social Impact: Cat’s nonprofit work training formerly incarcerated New Yorkers to manage affordable housing.

  • The "Hacks" Moment: How a TV reference and a talk with Steve Earle sparked the Soberness podcast.

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Connect with Cat:

"Remember, you don’t have to navigate the mess alone. Whether you’re pivoting your career, your marriage, or your mindset, I’m here to walk that road with you. Let’s make 2026 the year you finally put your own oxygen mask on first.

Live Loud. Love Big.

XO

Elizabeth “Bizzy” Chance

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