In this post, Amanda M. Dodd reflects on winning the Podcast of the Year 2024 award at the Michigan Hypnosis Conference for her podcast Trauma and Transcendence. She shares how the support and encouragement of the hypnosis community, especially from Dan Goyette and Heather Carpenter, inspired her to begin podcasting. Amanda recounts how winning a Rhodecaster Pro at the conference helped her take the leap, and she expresses gratitude for the wisdom, connections, and growth she experiences each year. Looking ahead, Amanda and Dan hope to present together at the 2025 Heartland Hypnosis Conference on "Where Science and Spirituality Meet." This post highlights the profound impact of the Michigan Hypnosis Conference on Amanda's personal and professional journey, while offering insight into her podcast's origin.