Success, Rewritten

Success, Rewritten explores the moments that change how ambitious people think about achievement, work, and the lives they are building.Hosted by Emily Washcovick, former Yelp Small Business Expert and host of Behind the Review, this show features candid conversations with founders, executives, and leaders who have faced pivotal moments that forced them to rethink what success actually means.Some left high-powered careers.Some rebuilt after burnout, illness, or loss.Others discovered that the version of success they were chasing was not sustainable.In each episode, guests share the turning points that reshaped their priorities and how redefining ambition helped them build businesses and lives that work together.This is a podcast for thoughtful builders, entrepreneurs, and leaders who are not stepping away from success. They are redefining it.If you are asking bigger questions about ambition, balance, and what it really means to build a meaningful life, you are in the right place

Success, Rewritten is a health podcast hosted by Emily LoMenzo Washcovick, with 33 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

Emily LoMenzo Washcovick hosts Success, Rewritten, a health show with 33 episodes published.

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  Episode #30

  34: Paul Gilmartin on Depression, Addiction, and Recovery

  Sep 29, 202659 min

  Paul Gilmartin spent years making people laugh on television and in comedy, but behind the scenes he was struggling with depression, addiction, shame, and the lasting effects of childhood adversity. Those experiences eventually became part of what inspired him to create The Mental Illness Happy Hour , a podcast built around vulnerability, honest conversations, and helping people feel less alone. In this episode of Success, Rewritten , Paul joins Emily for an open conversation about his journey through depression and addiction recovery. He shares how support groups changed his understanding of intimacy, vulnerability, and connection, and why hearing other people tell the truth about their struggles became the foundation for his podcast. Paul also discusses learning to recognize unhealthy patterns without letting shame define him, and why recovery is about more than simply stopping a behavior. Paul also opens up about experiencing thoughts of suicide, the importance of listening rather than trying to fix someone who is struggling, and the practical ways friends and family can offer meaningful support. He shares the tools he continues to rely on after more than two decades of sobriety, including support groups, exercise, meditation, self care, and learning to meet himself with compassion when life gets difficult. If you or someone you know is struggling, call or text 988 to reach the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. In this episode: Why Shame Does Not Lead to Healing Meet Paul Gilmartin Creating The Mental Illness Happy Hour Understanding Childhood Adversity How Vulnerability Changed Paul’s Relationships How Support Groups Inspired the Podcast Understanding Depression and Addiction When Drinking and Depression Became Dangerous More Than Two Decades of Sobriety Why Support Groups Matter Talking About Suicidal Thoughts How to Support Someone Who Is Struggling Trying Different Treatments for Depression Why Shame Fuels Compulsive Behavior What Paul Does When Depression Returns Resources The Mental Illness Happy Hour Mental Podcast The Mental Illness Happy Hour Anonymous Surveys The Erotic Mind by Jack Morin New episodes of Success, Rewritten every Tuesday. Check out the show website for previous episode articles and more about our guests. And check out the show on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SuccessRewrittenShow To connect with Emily, email emily@successrewrittenshow.com or follow her on social: Emily's Instagram , Mental Health Advocacy profile Bipolar Brought Balance , and the show's Instagram: Success, Rewritten

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  Episode #33

  33: When Success Costs Too Much: Michael Filosi on Selling, Stress, and Starting Over

  Sep 22, 20261h 7m

  Michael Filosi built a dental practice nobody wanted into one of the most desirable practices in his market. What started with possums in the walls, no computers, and no website eventually grew into a thriving business that attracted four private equity buyers. In this episode of Success, Rewritten , Michael shares what it took to go from struggling with the technical side of dentistry to becoming an ambitious business owner, obsessed with building something exceptional. But as the practice grew, so did the personal cost. Stress began showing up physically, and Michael eventually had to ask himself whether the success he had worked so hard for was still worth pursuing. Michael opens up about selling the business in just 81 days, walking away at 41 without knowing exactly what would come next, and redefining success around health, curiosity, fulfillment, and enjoying his life. He also shares why sometimes the drive that makes us successful can become the very thing we need to learn how to manage. In this episode: The Lost Decade of Your Life Meet Michael Filosi From Dentist to Business Owner Buying the Dental Practice Nobody Wanted Taking the Practice From Worst to First The Drive Behind Michael’s Success When Stress Started Making Him Physically Sick The Conversation That Made Him Consider Selling Avoiding the Lost Decade of His Life Asking Why He Was Still Doing It Selling His Business in Just 81 Days Finding Your Second Act After Success Why Knowing You Can Leave Can Keep You Stuck The Reality Behind Entrepreneurial Success Was Building the Business Worth It? Resources Michael Filosi on LinkedIn New episodes of Success, Rewritten every Tuesday. Check out the show website for previous episode articles and more about our guests. And check out the show on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SuccessRewrittenShow To connect with Emily, email emily@successrewrittenshow.com or follow her on social: Emily's Instagram , Mental Health Advocacy profile Bipolar Brought Balance , and the show's Instagram: Success, Rewritten

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  Episode #32

  32: Solo Ep. 6: Say the Words: Breaking the Silence Around Suicide

  Sep 17, 202614 min

  Emily introduces Say the Words , a new event series beginning with a suicide symposium on September 24, 2026, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. She shares how conversations with people who have experienced suicide loss opened her eyes to how much stigma, uncertainty, and discomfort still surround the topic, even within mental health spaces. Emily explains why bringing together practitioners, loss survivors, people with lived experience, and community members can create more open and compassionate conversations. She also explores why language matters when talking about suicide, how prevention messaging can sometimes unintentionally affect those who have lost someone, and why sharing personal stories can help others feel less alone. The episode offers a look at the purpose behind Say the Words and Emily’s hope to create space for imperfect but meaningful conversations about mental health. In this episode: Introducing the Say the Words Event Series Why Suicide Is Still Difficult to Talk About Emily’s Personal Mental Health Journey Learning From People Who Have Experienced Suicide Loss Charlotte Maya’s Story and Sushi Tuesdays Realizing How Much Stigma Still Surrounds Suicide How Say the Words Became a Suicide Symposium Bringing Lived Experience and Professional Perspectives Together Creating Space for Loss Survivors and Prevention Conversations QPR Training, Crisis Resources, and Neurodiversity Why Imperfect Conversations Matter Why the Language We Use Around Suicide Matters How Sharing Experiences Can Help Others Feel Less Alone Different Losses, Shared Ground When Prevention Messaging Can Unintentionally Hurt The Bigger Vision for Say the Words How Sharing Our Stories Can Reduce Stigma Resources Mentioned Say the Words Suicide Symposium NAMI Southeast Wisconsin Charles E. Kubly Foundation Sushi Tuesdays by Charlotte Maya QPR Training Success, Rewritten keynote Find me: Success, Rewritten | Website | Instagram Emily LoMenzo Washcovick | LinkedIn | Instagram Bipolar Brought Balance | Instagram To go deeper on my experience with bipolar disorder, visit bipolarbroughtbalance.com

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  Episode #31

  31: Motherhood, Mental Health, and Ambition with Emily Guarnotta

  Sep 15, 202639 min

  Dr. Emily Guarnotta is a psychologist, mom of two, and cofounder of Phoenix Health who specializes in supporting families through infertility, pregnancy, postpartum, loss, and parenthood. In this episode of Success, Rewritten , Emily opens up about experiencing postpartum depression after becoming a mother, despite being a mental health professional herself. She shares why she struggled to admit she needed help, the barriers she faced finding care, and how therapy, medication, and hearing other mothers' experiences helped her heal. Emily and Emily also discuss intrusive thoughts during postpartum, balancing motherhood with ambition, protecting time for self care, navigating the division of labor between partners, and using mindfulness to manage anxiety. Above all, Emily reminds parents that they don't have to wait until things become unbearable to reach out: it's never too early or too late to seek support. In this episode: Motherhood Didn't Take Away Emily's Ambition Meet Dr. Emily Guarnotta Expecting Motherhood to Be an Easy Transition When Postpartum Depression Started to Surface Intrusive Thoughts During Postpartum Why Emily Was Afraid to Admit She Needed Help Medication, Therapy, and Finding the Right Support Preparing for Motherhood the Second Time Around How Her Experience Inspired Phoenix Health Balancing Motherhood With Ambition Making Self Care Nonnegotiable Sharing the Mental and Physical Load With Your Partner Using Mindfulness and Meditation for Anxiety Why It's Never Too Early or Too Late to Seek Help Giving Yourself Grace as an Ambitious Parent Resources Phoenix Health Postpartum Support International New episodes of Success, Rewritten every Tuesday. Check out the show website for previous episode articles and more about our guests. And check out the show on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SuccessRewrittenShow To connect with Emily, email emily@successrewrittenshow.com or follow her on social: Emily's Instagram , Mental Health Advocacy profile Bipolar Brought Balance , and the show's Instagram: Success, Rewritten

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  Episode #30

  30: Clear, Real, and Repeatable: Craig Smith on Connection, Career Pivots, and What Really Matters

  Sep 8, 202648 min

  Craig Smith is a professional speaker and live TV host who has spent more than 15 years learning what makes a message truly connect. In this episode of Success, Rewritten , Craig shares his journey from sports broadcasting to sales, QVC, and professional speaking. He opens up about chasing money, getting caught in the "golden handcuffs," and eventually realizing that enjoying his work mattered more than external validation. Craig also shares how losing his father changed his perspective on success, grief, and the impact we have on others. He explains why meaningful connection matters in both life and business and shares his simple framework for creating a message people remember: make it clear, real, and repeatable . Above all, Craig reminds us that careers and definitions of success will continue to evolve, and sometimes the most important question is simply: What matters most to you? In this episode: Why Your Message Needs to Connect Fast Meet Craig Smith Why Career Pivots Are the New Normal Chasing Money and the Golden Handcuffs The Sales Meeting That Changed Craig's Definition of Success How Craig Found His Way to QVC Why Networking and Real Connections Matter What Joan Rivers Taught Craig About Connection Losing His Father and Discovering His Legacy The Story That Changed Craig's Perspective on Success Navigating Grief and Learning What Doesn't Work How Grief Created More Compassion for Others How to Create a Message That Actually Connects Why Being Imperfect Makes You More Relatable Can You Explain What Your Business Does Quickly? Resources Craig Smith Speaks on Instagram Craig Smith on LinkedIn Craig Smith Speaks website New episodes of Success, Rewritten every Tuesday. Check out the show website for previous episode articles and more about our guests. And check out the show on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SuccessRewrittenShow To connect with Emily, email emily@successrewrittenshow.com or follow her on social: Emily's Instagram , Mental Health Advocacy profile Bipolar Brought Balance , and the show's Instagram: Success, Rewritten

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