Pursuing Leadership

Trigger Warning: This episode discusses sensitive topics such as Suicide Hey Friends! I have finally made it back to Washington after competing for Miss USA in Reno, NV. This episode was recorded a few weeks back prior to my departure to Reno. Originally, I intended to upload this episode in the month of September to honor Suicide Prevention Month but things changed due to my hefty schedule. In this episode, I invite licensed therapist Haneen back to talk about Suicide prevention. We deep dive into the misconceptions of suicide and the ways in which to best approach people who you may feel are experiencing suicidal ideations. Please Share and Comment! Instagram https://www.instagram.com/haneen.licsw/ https://www.instagram.com/mazzyeckel/ https://www.instagram.com/pursuingleadershippodcast/ Check out Haneen's Practice! https://zanecounseling.com

Hello everyone and happy Friday! Today, I am joined by licensed Therapist and owner of her own thriving practice her in Washington, Haneen. In this episode, we will be discussing gun violence and the systemic connections to mental health. This perspective of gun violence is different from what is being discussed in the current media. We explore new findings that suggest that we can prevent people from committing gun violence by intervening in childhood. Please Share and Comment! Instagram https://www.instagram.com/haneen.licsw/ https://www.instagram.com/mazzyeckel/ https://www.instagram.com/pursuingleadershippodcast/ Check out Haneen's Practice! https://zanecounseling.com Citations: https://www.politico.com/news/magazine/2022/05/27/stopping-mass-shooters-q-a-00035762

Hello friends and happy Friday! In this episode I have a conversation with Kunal Patel, Head of Research at FirstWork and current Graduate student at UW. FirstWork is a software that helps make the ABA therapy process for children with Autism more accessible, helping parents to continue therapeutic learning at home while managing screen time in their homes. We discuss Autism and the hindrances on specialized education and support for ABA therapists. We also take the time to air our grievances about the recent FBI raid of former President Trump's Mar-a-lago residence. Please comment, follow, and share! Instagram https://www.instagram.com/kpatell/ https://www.instagram.com/mazzyeckel/ https://www.instagram.com/pursuingleadershippodcast/ Websites https://www.firstworkapp.com

Today's episode will be a short one discussing what intentional living is, how I have begun to live intentionally and how you can too. I have been reflecting a ton the past few weeks and have seen how far I've come. I have transformed my life both professionally and personally through re-discovering my "North Star." I hope this episode gives you direction and brings you joy that you most certainly deserve :) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pursuingleadershippodcast/ https://www.instagram.com/mazzyeckel/ https://www.instagram.com/misswausa/

Today's episode will be an historical assessment of unhoused populations in both the United States and Cuba. I am welcoming back Yara Kadaan as my co-host who will be leading the lecture on Cuba during the Fulgencio Batista and Fidel Castro eras, spotlighting homelessness, and the Embargo Act against Cuba. I will be drawing attention to the systemic homeless dilemma that Seattle is currently facing and drawing conclusions from American history. Enjoy, Comment, and Follow! Instagram https://www.instagram.com/pursuingleadershippodcast/ https://www.instagram.com/mazzyeckel/ Citations https://www.housinghumanright.org/corporate-landlords-excessive-rents-fuel-homelessness-rent-control-will-save-lives/ https://www.commerce.wa.gov/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/HTF-Reports-Affordable-Housing-Inventory-Report-6-16-10.pdf https://www.rtfhsd.org/updates/2022-point-in-time-count-data-released/ https://community.solutions/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/A-Brief-Timeline-of-Race-and-Homelessness-in-America-March-2019.pdf

Today, I welcome Miss Petite Oregon 2020/2022, Kira Rose Johnson on the pod! She is an outstanding titleholder and business owner with a great heart. Kira reached out to me because she wanted to discuss the topic of The Opioid Crisis that is growing in Oregon and Washington amidst the Covid-19 pandemic. Kira shares how her activism grew from losing her brother to an overdose when she was 16 years old and then joining a pageant. I share personal details about my own connection to the Opioid Crisis and how it has changed my perspective on people who are addicted to drugs. If you would like to learn more about the crisis and how you can make a difference, listen to this! Please welcome this week's guest, Kira! Instagram: @arikesor @pursuingleadershippodcast

Hey everyone! I am currently in Orlando, FL this week judging an international pageant but I pre-recorded this episode last week. This was the funniest episode I have ever recorded. I recorded this episode with Yara Kaadan, my bestie, fellow Political scientist, and cousin in-law. We read through popular reddit submissions and also share our Summer ins & Outs (not in-n-out lol). Please enjoy! This was so fun to record. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kaadoodle/

Today, I am speaking to Myra, the co-founder of Mochi, a Tele-health network that provides science-based care for obesity medicine. Myra, along with my best friend Preeti, founded this start up in hopes of changing the game on weight loss and binge eating disorders. They successfully launched their start up and have gained over 5,000 patients thus far. Myra and I discuss her background in medicine as well as the realities of being a female founder. Please note that everything in this episode is of the opinion of the speaker. Pursuing Leadership was not paid to promote Mochi in anyway shape or form. Insta @joinmochi TikTok @preetimyramochi Website https://www.joinmochi.com

Hello friends! Today's episode is a solo one all about embarrassment and how to not let it hold you back from opportunities. I talk about the history of emabrssment and the psychology of childhood emotional development. I also share a recent story where I truly embarrassed myself and learned to laugh about it later on. Enjoy! Instagram @mazzyeckel @misswausa @pursuingleadershippodcast

Hello everyone! The title of this week's episode might lead you to think that we're talking about dieting today, nope! Today's episode features Rob Scherzer who helped create a software named Project SugarFree that intercepts sex trafficking posts on twitter. After inadvertently coming across tens of thousands of online solicitations for sugarbabies, becoming aware of the rapid growth of sugaring on college campuses, and seeing the mass normalization of sugaring language, they saw opportunity to use their data analytics tools and automated AI technology to intersect, educate and help dissuade potential victims and suppress abusers. Project SugarFree is a collaboration between DNA Agency and Stolen Youth. Instagram @Stolenyouth www.stolenyouth.org https://dnacreates.com

Hello Friends! I took some time off of the podcast due to being a perfectionist and wanting to only put out perfect episodes. This episode however is a great one. It features my friend Sierra Sandison who was Miss Idaho America 2014 and is the owner of 3D Printcess, a 3D printing toy business. She has many many accolades which we will discuss in the episode. We talk about pageantry, mental health and success, her 3D printing business, being a female inventor, and how she seeks happiness in everyday life. I love Sierra sooo much and I hope you do too. Instagram: @Sierrasandison TikTok: @SierraSandison Website: https://3d-printcess.com

Count how many times I say "confidence" in this episode. Today's episode debunks 9 myths that surround confidence. Being confident is not as absolute and unattainable as you think it is, you may be surprised at what I have to say. Rate/Comment/& Follow

Listen to part 2 of my conversation with my fascinating grandmother, Jan Darcy. We close out this conversation discussing the rise of independent women in her era, her stories of being an actress in blockbuster movies, and her consulting career with America's top executives. This is Jan Darcy. Instagram: @Mazzyeckel @pursuingleadershippodcast

This episode features stories set in the 60's through the lens of a Hollywood actor, professor, speech consultant for NASA's top scientists.... and she also happens to be my grandmother as well. This is a two-parter episode featuring my grandmother, Jan Darcy. She is filled with lots a wisdom and stories that will inspire you to go after your dreams. Some stories are very telling of how grueling Hollywood was back in the 50's & 60's and what it was like to raise 5 children all at the same time. Instagram https://www.instagram.com/mazzyeckel https://www.instagram.com/pursuingleadershippodcast

We have all heard the term "setting boundaries" but we are not necessarily taught what they are or how to carry them out. Creating boundaries in your life is all about protecting you energy and living your life through intentionality. In this episode, I discuss my long journey to setting boundaries and walk you through exercises that will help you develop your own. today is a solo episode! I hope you enjoy my mindful chit-chat get to know me episode. Instagram @MazzyEckel @MissWaUSA @pursuingleadershippodcast

In Today's episode, I am accompanied by co-host Vina Vanessa, real estate agent, president of NaFFAA Washington, and model. She and myself are partnering with NaFFAA to interview 3 women from the PNW ares about their lives and stories. The 3 women featured today are Maricres Castro, Michelle Fadera, and Diana Jean. I hope you enjoy this mini series as representation is key, sharing and listening to each other is how we grow as a society. NaFFAA is the largest national Filipino American organization which aims to promote filipino culture and various national affairs. https://www.facebook.com/NaFFAA.National/ @vina_vanessa5 @Filamfashionweek @naffaa.national @filipino.noir @nursedianajean @michellefdmd

Hey Everyone! This week's episode is a throw back to the instagram Live series days. This episodes was recorded Early January with fitness and entrepreneur, Kelsey Denise also know as Blonde Barbell Bombshell. Kelsey is a bikini competitor as well as the owner of Making Fit Happen: a community and athletic clothing brand. Kelsey and I discuss why she started competing and starting her Athletic clothing line. Instagram: @blonde_Barbel_Bombshell @MFH_makingfithappen @MFHbabescommunity

In this episode, I sit down with Annie V. to talk about the conflicts happening right now in Ukraine. Annie is a graphic designer, photographer and artist born in raised in the city of Kiev. Annie is such a beautiful soul that shares what it is like to be living in America while her family is sheltering for their lives in Ukraine. This is definitely an episode worth listening to if you want to know what is actually happening. TW: Death, war, violence Instagram: @prettylittlecurlygirl @annieink.photo @annieink.art Where to donate: https://www.instagram.com/help_to_kyiv/ @Angelina.clinic

Adya Roy also known as TheDesiCareerWoman on Instagram joins me today to talk all about influencing, both the good and the bad. We dive into topics surrounding feminism, all-size inclusivity, branding, and how women are often underpaid and underrepresented members of this society. If you love education and informative girl-talk, this is the episode for you. Follow Adya at @thedesicareerwoman

Today I am joined by Lou Vargas, a prominent figure in the Fil-Am community in Seattle. Lou is producing Seattle's first Fillipino American fashion week that will debut this November. He says he aims to integrate Filipino fashion not only into special events, but everyday attire. Please join me in welcoming our 1st guest!

Hey everyone! Welcome to the 1st official episode of Pursuing Leadership. In this episode, I let the listeners get to know me and the method behind the madness that is Pursuing Leadership. I hope you enjoy getting to know my backstory and why I am so driven to continuing this podcast. Follow me on my journey to Miss USA 2022 as I travel the world and interview the leaders of our world.