Smart Women Talk Radio

Are you craving more joy, purpose, and freedom—but feeling stuck in the wrong place? Join us as author and wellness expert Emily A. Francis shares her bold story of leaving behind the familiar to start over in Malta, a Mediterranean island paradise.Discover how relocating for health, happiness, and alignment led Emily to not only rewrite her life—but to rediscover herself. From growing olive trees to working with local farmers and writing for a top tourism magazine, Emily's journey proves it's never too late to leap. If you've ever felt like you're living in the wrong geographic location, this is your sign.Learn how place can influence purpose, how to trust your inner knowing, and how to become the breakout star of your second act. Tune in to discover:How stepping outside your comfort zone can unlock happiness you never imagined possible.Why it's never too late to rewrite your life story.How your environment can profoundly influence your spiritual growth and well-being.Emily A. Francis holds a Bachelor's degree in Exercise Science and Wellness and a Master's in Kinesiology/Human Performance. As a Clinical and Neuromuscular Massage Therapist, she authored five influential healing books.In pursuit of vibrant health and happiness for her family, Emily boldly relocated from the U.S. to Malta, reinventing her life in a GMO-free Mediterranean paradise. Today, she writes passionately for Malta's tourism magazine and has a local book under contract exploring the island's farming culture, sponsored by Malta Tourism. A dedicated media host and avid learner, Emily has developed a profound love for Malta's local farms, immersing herself in the seasonal ingredients that define Mediterranean living. For Emily, eating in the Mediterranean means embracing life locally, seasonally, and mindfully—far beyond just food.Connect with Emily at ohmymalta.com.mt or on social media @emilyafrancisbooks#SmartWomenTalk, #LifeAfter50, #MidlifeReinvention, #EmilyAFrancis, #LivingInMalta, #SecondActSuccess, #WomenOver50, #RewriteYourLife, #MidlifeWellness, #MediterraneanLiving, #ExpatWomen, #MaltaDreamLife, #FindingJoy, #ChangeYourLife, #LeapOfFaith #PurposefulLiving #HolisticHappiness #InspiredLiving, #SmartWomenPodcast, #OliveTreesAndFreedom

Why do bad things happen to good people?n this deeply moving episode of Smart Women Talk, Rabbi Cantor Judy Greenfeld joins Katana to explore how adversity shapes purpose.From personal tragedy to spiritual awakening, Rabbi Cantor Judy shares her journey of resilience, faith, and finding meaning. Discover how ancient prayers, movement, and daily practice can help you reconnect with your soul—and stand in your personal power no matter what you face.Join Rabbi Cantor Judy and Katana as they discuss:Why bad things happen to good people.How life isn't happening to you - it's happening for you.Why true power is owning your full story.Rabbi Cantor Judy Greenfeld is a lifelong entrepreneur, published author, and spiritual leader who blends ancient wisdom with modern wellness to guide forward-thinkers on their journey of personal growth. Her path was shaped by profound loss—the tragic death of her father when she was just 16—which sparked a lifelong exploration of healing through somatic dance, dream work, meditation, sound healing, and the mystical teachings of Kabbalah.Today, as Senior Rabbi and Cantor at Beth Israel in Colleyville, Texas, Judy is committed to creating inclusive, empowering spaces where women of all backgrounds can connect, heal, and explore their unique purpose. Her work is rooted in the belief that adversity can be a powerful teacher—and that when we honor both the body and the soul, we step into our truest selves.Learn more about Rabbi Cantor Judy at www.rabbicantorjudy.org.#SmartWomenTalk, #RabbiJudyGreenfeld, #AdversityToStrength, #SpiritualHealing, #WakeUpWithPurpose, #DreamWork, #DailyRituals, #FaithAndFeminineWisdom, #SoulfulLiving, #WomenInLeadership, #JewishWisdom, #FindingTheGift

Feeling stuck in a successful career? You're not alone—and you're not broken.  This episode features Arivee Vargas, former Big Law litigator turned executive coach and author of Your Time to Rise. Arivee shares her powerful story of career reinvention and the mindset shifts that helped her—and now help others—escape the career trap.  You'll learn how to spot the red flags of misalignment, how cultural expectations and perfectionism keep high-achievers stuck, and how to take the first bold steps toward work that actually feels like success.  Whether you're ready to pivot or just starting to question the path you're on, this conversation will give you the clarity and courage to change course—with purpose.  Join Arivee and Katana as they discuss:  Breaking free from feeling stuck.Redefining success on your own terms.Practical strategies for career realignment.Arivee Vargas is an award-winning executive coach, author, and CEO of Humble Rising LLC. She helps high-achieving women, especially leaders and lawyers, break free from feeling stuck and realign with their true purpose. Host of The Humble Rising Podcast, she shares inspiring stories and strategies for sustainable success. Her book, Your Time to Rise, offers a four-part framework to navigate career and life transitions. Featured in Oprah Daily, Forbes, and more, she's a sought-after speaker on empowerment and career development.Learn more about Arivee at ariveevargas.com.#CareerClarity, #RedefineSuccess, #ExecutiveCoach, #CareerChange, #HighAchievers, #WomenInLeadership, #PurposeDrivenWork, #MindsetShift, #LeaveTheCareerTrap, #AriveeVargas, #YourTimeToRise, #AuthenticSuccess, #WorkWithPurpose, #UnstuckYourCareer

What if the root of your chronic symptoms isn't in your head—but in your immune system? In this powerful conversation, Dr. Tom O'Bryan joins Smart Women Talk host Katana Abbott to break down the truth about autoimmune diseases and what you really need to know to take control of your health. Together, they explore:The 5 pillars behind the development of chronic inflammatory and autoimmune diseasesWhat autoimmune disease actually is—and why awareness is your first defenseHow genetic and environmental triggers contribute to disease—and what you can do about itDr. Tom O'Bryan is a world-renowned expert on gluten and its connection to autoimmune conditions. With four decades of clinical and research experience, he's a trusted voice on the complications of Non-Celiac Gluten Sensitivity, Celiac Disease, and the growing epidemic of autoimmune conditions affecting millions worldwide.  Learn more about Dr. Tom at thedr.com.Medical Disclaimer: The content of this podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Please consult with a qualified healthcare provider before making any changes to your health or treatment plan.

What if the key to energy, strength, and independence in your second half isn't more exercise—but the right kind? In this powerful episode, Debra Atkinson joins Smart Women Talk host Katana Abbott to bust myths about fitness after 50 and reveal how to master your metabolism at any stage of life. You'll learn:The #1 exercise priority that determines long-term independence How to know if your fitness routine is actually working—or wasting your time Why most women are measuring success the wrong way (and what to do instead)Debra Atkinson has helped over 250,000 women “flip” their second half with hormone-smart fitness. She's the bestselling author of You Still Got It, Girl and Hot, Not Bothered, and the host of Flipping 50 TV and the Flipping 50 Podcast—an AARP top podcast with over 2.5 million downloads. Debra's TEDx talk, "Everything Women in Menopause Learned About Exercise May Be a Lie," has inspired women worldwide to rethink their approach to fitness and aging. Debra also created the first and only hormone-balancing fitness membership for women in menopause, along with the Flipping 50 Menopause Fitness Specialist training for professionals.Learn more at flippingfifty.comMedical Disclaimer: This episode is for informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider before beginning a new fitness or health program.

Join Joanna and Katana as they discuss:How to find hidden stories in your life.Why it's never too late to reinvent yourself.How authenticity and self-trust are your superpowers.Joanna Klein, founder of Journey to Legacy, is a renowned speaker, writer, and transformational coach who became an entrepreneur at age 65. Drawing on her Master's in Social Work and decades of experience creating personal development programs, she guides people to uncover the hidden wisdom in their life experiences, using these insights both to shape their future and create meaningful legacies.Joanna's innovative approach to life story work has been featured in AARP and Medium, and she has presented at the RootsTech Family Search Conference for three consecutive years. Through her signature online courses and workshops in legacy development, she's helped hundreds of individuals discover the power of their personal narratives and reconnect with their authentic selves.At 71, Joanna continues to inspire others by demonstrating that it's never too late to reinvent yourself and pursue your dreams.To learn more about Joanna, visit www.journeytolegacy.com.

Join Shannon and Katana as they discuss:How to embrace change as an opportunity.How to recognize transferable skills for your next act.How to design a roadmap from here to there.Shannon Russell is a Television Producer turned Entrepreneur and Career Transition/Business Coach. She is also an Exit Strategy Expert, YouMap® Coach, Author, Speaker, and Host of the Second Act Success Career Podcast and the How To Quit Your Job and Start A Business Podcast. Shannon supports women who are unhappy with their 9-5 jobs as they pivot towards a "second act," building a business and being their own boss. She provides exit strategy guidance and helps her clients transition from employees to entrepreneurs.Shannon began her career by spending over 16 years as a television producer in New York City and Los Angeles, working for MTV, E!, Yahoo!, Pop Sugar, A&E, TLC, VH1, etc. She then pivoted to open her own business, running a Snapology franchise that teaches children STEM education so that she could be more present for her children.As a certified Career/Business Coach, Shannon supports women as they change careers, start businesses, and follow their passions to the fullest. Shannon's motto is "produce your best life!" Her company, Second Act Success®, allows her to share her journey and experience as a television executive turned business owner and mom with others.Shannon's mission is to motivate more women to make big life moves. She does so through her coaching practice, podcast, speaking engagements, and forthcoming book, Start Your Second Act: How to Change Careers, Launch a Business, and Create Your Best Life. To learn more about Shannon, visit www.secondactsuccess.co.

Take Charge of Your Finances with Eva Moulton, CFP®Join Eva and Katana as they discuss:The first steps to building a healthy financial foundation for taking control of your money.The best resources and strategies to help you manage and grow your finances.The one simple step you can take today to make a lasting impact on your financial future.Eva started her career with Ameriprise as a financial advisor over 25 years ago and now runs a practice focused on empowering and guiding clients to financial stability and fulfillment by offering comprehensive solutions, through expertise and unwavering integrity. As a mom of three girls, and a daughter to a woman who was widowed at 57, she is an ardent advocate of women in finance and was the president of the Ameriprise Women's Empowerment network which sought to not only educate and engage women in finance both personally and professionally but also to empower them to strive for financial equality.To learn more about Eva, visit www.ameripriseadvisors.com.#SmartWomenTalk #EvaMoultonCFP #MoneyMatters #WomenWhoInvest #InvestSmart#FinancialFreedom #WealthBuilding #FinanceForHer #BudgetLikeABoss #CFPTipsDISCLAIMER: The information Smart Women's Empowerment and Smart Women Talk provides is for general informational purposes only. All information is provided in good faith; however, we make no representation or warranty of any kind, express or implied, regarding the accuracy, adequacy, validity, reliability, availability, or completeness of any information. UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCE SHALL WE HAVE ANY LIABILITY TO YOU FOR ANY LOSS OR DAMAGE OF ANY KIND INCURRED AS A RESULT OF THE USE OF OR RELIANCE ON ANY INFORMATION PROVIDED SOLELY AT YOUR OWN RISK. We cannot and do not offer financial and/or medical advice. The information is provided for general informational and educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional advice. Accordingly, we encourage you to consult with the appropriate professionals before taking any actions based on such information.

The Biggest Money Mistakes Women Make with Katana Abbott, CFP® and Colleen KilpatrickJoin Colleen and Katana as they discuss:Why many women often avoid dealing with finances and how to find the courage to take action.How your money personality can sabotage your ability to create wealth.Some simple tips you can take to immediately change your relationship with money.Katana Abbott, CFP®, is a Midlife Millionaires® Coach and Certified Social Security Claiming Specialist, and the host of Smart Women Talk. For over 35 years, Katana has helped Baby Boomers plan for retirement, including how to create lifetime income, how to optimize their Social Security benefits, launch an encore career, and prepare for long-term care. She has written several books, created a financial literacy course, and is a popular speaker. Katana has been honored by NAWBO as one of Detroit's Top 10 Businesswomen, receiving the Breakthrough Award. To download her new retirement guide, Three Smart Strategies to Maximize Your Retirement Income, visit www.katanaabbott.com.Colleen Kilpatrick is a Speaker, Course Creator, and Author of Eliminate What You Tolerate, a concise but mighty book that has earned a 5-star rating on Amazon for helping readers identify and release what no longer serves them and make room for what lights them up. Trained in the healing arts at her Mother's side, Colleen is also a Wellbeing Mentor, helping women discover the transformative powers of ancient and modern wisdom, remedies, and self-care practices to revitalize body, mind, and spirit naturally. To get your free Eliminate What You Tolerate Worksheet, email Colleen at colleenkilpatrick@icloud.com.DISCLAIMER: The information Smart Women's Empowerment and Smart Women Talk provides is for general informational purposes only. All information is provided in good faith; however, we make no representation or warranty of any kind, express or implied, regarding the accuracy, adequacy, validity, reliability, availability, or completeness of any information.   UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCE SHALL WE HAVE ANY LIABILITY TO YOU FOR ANY LOSS OR DAMAGE OF ANY KIND INCURRED AS A RESULT OF THE USE OF OR RELIANCE ON ANY INFORMATION PROVIDED SOLELY AT YOUR OWN RISK.   We cannot and do not offer financial and/or medical advice. The information is provided for general informational and educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional advice. Accordingly, we encourage you to consult with the appropriate professionals before taking any actions based on such information.

Mastering the Art of Letting Go with Colleen Kilpatrick  Join Colleen and Katana as they discuss:  Simple and effective techniques you can put into practice today to identify what's been been draining your energy.The steps you can take to eliminate tolerations.How to identify long-lost dreams and hidden passions you'll now explore with your energy and enthusiasm.  Colleen Kilpatrick is a Speaker, Course Creator, and Author of Eliminate What You Tolerate, a concise but mighty book that has earned a 5-star rating on Amazon for helping readers identify and release what no longer serves them and make room for what lights them up. Trained in the healing arts at her Mother's side, Colleen is also a Wellbeing Mentor, helping women discover the transformative powers of ancient and modern wisdom, remedies, and self-care practices to revitalize body, mind, and spirit naturally.To get your free Eliminate What You Tolerate Worksheet, email Colleen at colleenkilpatrick@icloud.com.  

Making Space for What Really Matters with Tracy McCubbinJoin Tracy and Katana as they discuss:How five minutes of decluttering daily can make a tremendous difference in your life.Why making space for what really matters is essential to creating a happy home.Cracking the myth that your home has to be perfect. It doesn't!Tracy McCubbin is the CEO and founder of dClutterfly, one of America's top decluttering companies. In the last two decades, she has helped thousands of clients clear the clutter in their lives to create space for positive life changes. Tracy is also the author of Making Space, Clutter Free and her latest book Make Space for Happiness. Tracy looks at the root of our clutter to find the real cause and ways to find real solutions.Learn more about Tracy at dclutterfly.com and on Instagram and YouTube.Get Tracy's FREE Gift:Grab three of Tracy McCubbin's top checklists to help you kickstart your organization journey. Below are the checklists you will receiveShould It Stay or Should it Go - Tracy's list of questions that will help you decide if you truly need those things taking up space in the back of your closet.Things to Declutter in Under 5 Minutes - 25 categories that you can declutter in the blink of an eye.Kitchen Checklist - Tracy's most comprehensive checklist of every item you need in your kitchen (and how much of everything you really need.)Go to dclutterfly.com/checklists to get your FREE gift!

Purposeful Planning Makes for Joy-Filled Holidays with Ella HerlihyJoin Ella and Katana as they discuss:What questions to ask to determine your to-do and not-to-do lists.How to set boundaries that will guard what matters most.How to love your family well with gifts that reflect their unique love language.Ella is a mom to five thriving young adults and wife of 28 years to Steve. Over the last twenty-five years, she has accumulated a wealth of parent training from experts and in-the-trenches experience. Her passion is to equip parents and grandparents to overcome the entitlement pandemic and empower their kids to develop an entrepreneurial mindset and become more responsible, grateful, and resourceful. She is writing a book encouraging parents to raise “UnEntitled” adults. To learn more about Ella, visit www.unentitled.co.

Join Joy and Katana as they discuss:How taking on the role of caregiver offers new perspectives when planning for the future.The significance of longevity and your health's role as you age.Strategies for initiating the eldercare conversation.Joy Loverde has a reputation for being a path carver and visionary. She is a keynote speaker, consultant, and author of the best-seller The Complete Eldercare Planner, 4th edition and Who Will Take Care of Me When I'm Old? Joy has been quoted in the Wall Street Journal, TIME, Money, New York Times, and Psychology Today among many others. Interviews include The Today Show, Good Morning America, and NPR. Critics hail her work as "illuminiating, eye-opening, and required reading for everyone over 40." Learn more about Joy at elderindustry.com.

Join Becky and Katana as they discuss:Understanding the costs associated with aging in place or moving.How to better evaluate the different living options available to aging parents.Strategies for improving outcomes for people as they age.A proud native of New Orleans, Louisiana, Becky grew up knowing the value of helping others from her parents. Becky received a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology from Louisiana State University in Baton Rouge and a Master of Business Administration (MBA) with an emphasis in marketing from Georgia State University in Atlanta. In addition, she is also a Certified Senior Advisor (CSA), Certified Dementia Practitioner (CDP), Board Certified Patient Advocate (BCPA), and a Certified Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia Care Trainer® (CADDCT).  Becky began her career in the field of geriatrics over 25 years ago. She developed and implemented a program for older adults seeking to house people and assist them so they could remain in their homes as independently as possible. In 2013, she joined a home care company, Bridgeway, and focused on educating individuals and the community about the benefits of geriatric care management and caregiving. As a Geriatric Care Manager and Patient Advocate, she works closely with clients and their families to make the best and most informed decisions possible. Becky understands the importance and value of geriatric care management and knows that it can positively impact an individual's quality of life.   Learn more about Becky at eizenconsultinggroup.com or call Becky at (248) 752-4389.

How I Kept Them: My Cryoablation Story with Laura Ross-Paul   Join Laura and Katana as they discuss:  The importance of being your own health care advocate.How I went from clinical trial to No Evidence of Disease.Why it's important to share your experiences to help educate others. Laura Ross-Paul is an accomplished artist, activist, and educator known for her impactful contributions to the visual arts and breast cancer advocacy. She has received prestigious awards such as the Bonnie Bronson Visual Arts Fellowship and the Oregon Arts Commission Individual Artist Fellowship. Her work has been featured in regional biennials at the Portland and Tacoma Art Museums and in film and literature.  With a BFA from Fort Wright College and an MFA from Portland State University, Ross-Paul has taught painting and drawing at institutions like Lewis & Clark College and the Pacific Northwest College of Art. She has also served on numerous arts boards and co-founded the Northwest Artists Workshop.  In addition to her artistic career, Ross-Paul is a passionate advocate for cryoablation as a treatment for breast cancer. She co-authored They're Mine and I'm Keeping Them and maintains an advocacy website, keepingthem.com. Ross-Paul lives in Portland with her husband, author Alex Paul, and their three children.  Learn more about Laura at KeepingThem.com or LauraRoss-Paul.com.  This AudioContent has been made available for informational and educational purposes only. The Audio Content is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay seeking it because of something you have read or seen on the Site.  Smart Women's Empowerment and speakers hereby disclaim any and all liability to any party for any direct, indirect, implied, punitive, special, incidental, or other consequential damages arising directly or indirectly from any use of the Audio Content, which is provided as is and without warranties.

Cryoablation in the Treatment of Breast Cancer with Dennis Holmes, MD, FACS  Join Dr. Holmes and Katana as they discuss:What is cryoablation?How cryoablation can be used to treat breast cancer.Who is eligible to receive cryoablation. Dennis R. Holmes, M.D. is an internationally renowned breast cancer, surgeon, surgeon educator, and cancer researcher specializing in the management of breast cancer. Dr. Holmes is medical director of the Sam and Grace Carvajal Comprehensive Breast Center at Adventist Health Glendale in Los Angeles, CA. He is also Co-Founder and CEO of XpediteMD, Inc., a digital health technology company working to improve the efficiency, quality, and value of cancer care. Dr. Holmes is a board-certified Fellow of the American College of Surgeons. He has also served as department head of several academic breast cancer programs and program director of two breast surgery fellowship programs. His has also played a pivotal role in several breast cancer treatment innovations, including intraoperative radiotherapy, oncoplastic surgery, and cryoablation.Learn more about Dr. Holmes at cryoablation.com or drholmesmd.com.This Podcast Content has been made available for informational and educational purposes only. The Podcast Content is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay seeking it because of something you have read or seen on the Site.  Smart Women's Empowerment and speakers hereby disclaim any and all liability to any party for any direct, indirect, implied, punitive, special, incidental, or other consequential damages arising directly or indirectly from any use of the Podcast Content, which is provided as is and without warranties.

Understanding Medicare with Danielle RobertsJoin Danielle and Katana in this encore show as they discuss:How to understand the Medicare maze.The tools for becoming confident in your health care choices.The roadmap to understanding Medicare.Danielle Kunkle Roberts is a founding partner at Boomer Benefits, a national insurance agency specializing in Medicare since 2005. She is the author of the best-selling book 10 Costly Medicare Mistakes You Can't Afford to Make and is a frequent source for major news outlets such as CNBC, FOX, Yahoo Finance, Kiplinger, and MarketWatch.Danielle has appeared on more than 200 podcasts, radio shows, and TV segments to educate the public about Medicare. Danielle serves on the NAHU Medicare Advisory Group where she advocates for Medicare beneficiaries at a national level to government organizations including CMS.To learn more about Danielle, visit boomerbenfits.com.

Join Colleen and Katana as they discuss:  Why it's important to understand how planning for retirement has changed.Unique challenges women face in retirement planning.Ways to optimize your Social Security strategy for more income with less taxes.  Katana Abbott, CFP®, is a Midlife Millionaires® Coach and Certified Social Security Claiming Specialist, founder of the Midlife Millionaire® Solution, and the host of Smart Women Talk. For over 35 years, Katana has helped baby boomers plan for retirement, including how to create lifetime income, how to optimize their Social Security benefits, launch an encore career and prepare for long-term care. She has written several books, created a financial literacy course, and is a popular speaker. Katana has been honored by NAWBO as one of Detroit's Top 10 Businesswomen, receiving the Breakthrough Award.  To download Katana's new retirement guide, Three Smart Strategies to Maximize Your Retirement Income, visit katanaabbott.com.  Colleen Kilpatrick is a multi-talented business owner, creative collaborator and author of the transformational book, Eliminate What You Tolerate: A simple, proven way to regain focus, increase productivity, and liberate your energy for the more important things in life.   Colleen is the creator of Business Brainstorming Sessions and Toleration Elimination Virtual Parties as well as a range of other business and personal development programs. She is celebrated for her exceptional ability to break down complex concepts into practical, step-by-step solutions that can be understood and implemented with ease. With her extensive experience in marketing, business innovation, personal development and spiritual teachings, Colleen brings a unique perspective to her work with entrepreneurs inspiring them to unlock their full potential and courageously share their best gifts with the world.To learn more about Colleen, visit  https://www.facebook.com/colleen.t.kilpatrick.

How to Dig Yourself Out of Debt and Repair Your Credit Score with Howard Dvorkin, CPAJoin Howard and Katana as they discuss:Simple steps to take charge of your credit card debt now.Smart tips to improve your credit score.When filing bankruptcy may be your best option.Howard S. Dvorkin, CPA, MBA, is one of the most highly regarded debt and credit experts in the United States. His success in the financial industry has allowed him to be interviewed by countless media outlets over the years, including The New York Times, Fortune, Entrepreneur, The American Banker, and Investor's Business Daily. He has also appeared as a finance expert on programs, including CBS Nightly News, ABC World News Tonight, The Early Show, Fox News, and CNN.Howard has played an instrumental role in drafting both state and federal legislation, served as a former consultant to the Board of Directors for the Association of Credit Counseling Professionals, and was president of the Association of Independent Consumer Credit Counseling Agencies.Howard's latest book, Power Up: Taking Charge of Your Financial Destiny, provides consumers with the detailed tools they need to live debt-free and regain their financial freedom. It delivers practical prescriptions for dealing with the stresses of daily financial challenges and shows how to lay a solid financial foundation to build a secure, worry-free future. Howard's first book, Credit Hell – How to Dig Out of Debt, detailed how to rise from the debt inferno, the basics of good credit, consumer rights, and the warning signs leading to credit problems. His passion for entrepreneurial enterprise is only matched by his dedication to giving back to the community.Howard graduated from the University of Miami with a master's degree in business administration and received his Bachelor of Science in Accounting from American University.To learn more about Howard, visit www.howarddvorkin.com or debt.com.

Is Owning a Home the Right Choice for You in This Market? with Marla PenningtonJoin Marla and Katana as they discuss:Renting vs. Buying in today's house market.Government and local programs to help first-time home buyers with down payments.Ways to pay off your home more quickly.Marla Pennington worked in the corporate environment for about 20 years before she became an entrepreneur. In June 2007, she got her real estate license (right when the market began to tank). Her resolve was to remain positive, affiliate with a successful company, and grow a solid business. Her efforts paid off in a terrible real estate downturn. She is a past Director of the Memphis Area Association of Realtors and a lifetime member of the local Multi-Million Dollar Club. She is now the Director of Training for her company. She is also a member of the Coldwell Banker national Star Trainer network. Marla lives in Memphis with her blind rescue dog, Clark. She is currently in what she calls her 3rd Act and walks 4 miles daily, and she enjoys dancing, cooking, and traveling with her boyfriend, Don. To learn more about Marla, visit www.marlasellsmemphis.com.

Millionaire Success Secrets with Mike GruleyJoin Mike and Katana as they discuss:Why your current success may not leave you as happy as you expected.Habits you can develop to create more peace and time freedom.And simple action steps you implement immediately to truly shine.Mike is a 35+ year entrepreneur who has successfully built businesses from start-up to national scale. Mike is a Certified EOS Implementer™ who works exclusively with privately-owned businesses whose owners and leaders are successful and growth-oriented but frustrated. Frustrated that their success has created complexity and chaos that is slowing or stalling their growth, limiting their profits, and generally making life less fun.Having used EOS® in his own companies, Mike now assists teams with implementing a simple, proven, organizing framework that enables them to get team clarity and alignment and go from chaos to control – to running their business again, instead of it running them.To learn more about Mike, visit eosworldwide.com/mike-gruley.o learn more about The 10 Disciplines, visit the10disciplines.com.

The Power of Mindset in Creating Wealth with Joumana KayrouzJoin Joumana and Katana as they discuss: How to stay strong during adversity.Finding the courage to take a "Leap of Faith."The importance of knowing what you stand for - Your Why.Joumana Kayrouz was born in Beirut, Lebanon, and emigrated to the United States in 1986 at the age of 22 with only $1000. She attended the prestigious Yale University, where she obtained a Master's degree in Ethics, with a concentration in Medical Ethics. She later moved to Michigan to study law at Wayne State University School of Law and graduated in 1997 with a Juris Doctorate in law.Today, Joumana Kayrouz is the founder and owner of the Michigan Center for Personal Injury and the Law Offices of Joumana Kayrouz PLLC and has been recognized as one of the largest personal injury law firms and the largest woman-owned law firm in Michigan.Dubbed “Queen Of The Legal Ads,” Kayrouz's face has appeared on the covers of over 750 buses, 250 billboards, and television. In 2014, Kayrouz signed what remains the single largest outdoor marketing campaign in Michigan advertising history.To learn more about Joumana, visit www.yourrights.com.

Finding Your Super Power with ADHD with Alyssa BlackwellJoin Alyssa and Katana as they discuss:How to access the hidden super powers of ADHD.What makes ADHDers uniquely powerful.How to let go of the shame from being different.Alyssa Blackwell is a highly-trained life and business coach with 6 years of experience, specializing in mindset work, ADHD, spirituality, and leadership. With a focus on empowering leaders and entrepreneurs to overcome challenges, discover their flow state, and find fulfillment through their unique strengths, Alyssa offers personalized strategies and tailored support for ADHD, embracing neurodiversity. Through the integration of spirituality and expert guidance in leadership development, Alyssa helps clients achieve personal and professional growth to reach their next level of success and happiness.Learn more about Alyssa at Alyssablackwell.com.

Finding Your Voice with Mary Beth OrrJoin Mary Beth and Katana as they discuss:How to live your purpose.Why there is no greater benefit to your creativity and fulfillment than being brave, vulnerable, and authentic.How to balance ambition while experiencing true joy.Mary Beth Orr is a classical hornist/folk vocalist who was recently a finalist for The American Prize. Currently 3rd Horn of the Grand Rapids Symphony, she has been first prize winner of the International Horn Competition of America, International Women's Brass Conference, Sound Espressivo Music Competition, Golden Classical Music Awards, and Charleston International Solo Competition. She made her European premiere at the Beethoven Haus in Bonn, Germany '21, and Carnegie Hall ‘22. As a featured performer for Vox Novus' Fifteen Minutes of Fame, she traveled to NYC to perform and record works commissioned specifically for her. Her current project is finishing her debut album with multi-Grammy-winning label PARMA Recordings.Learn more about Mary Beth at www.marybethorr.org.

The 3-Step Strategy to Get Off Sugar...Even if You've Tried Everything with Nagina AbdullahJoin Nagina and Katana as they discuss:Why women have sugar cravings.The 3-step strategy to get off of sugar and no longer have sugar cravings.Simple alternatives for sweets that are delicious and satisfying.Nagina Abdullah is a weight-loss coach for women in midlife and founder of the website MasalaBody.com. She teaches women to boost their metabolism, especially when what worked before, no longer works. She focuses on natural formulas to combine and time metabolism-boosting foods to reduce belly fat and overall weight gain in midlife. Nagina has a degree in Molecular and Cell Biology from UC Berkeley and has helped over 1,500 midlife women successfully lose weight permanently and create a lifestyle change.Learn more about Nagina at MasalaBody.com.

Ageless Aging: A Woman's Guide to Increasing Healthspan, Brainspan, and Lifespan with Maddy DychtwaldJoin Maddy and Katana as they discuss:How to create a holistic action plan to thrive in the second half of life.Cutting-edge information on the impact of fitness, food, sleep, and hormones for living longer.The body's role in the recipe for longevity.  Recognized by Forbes as one of the top 50 female futurists globally, Maddy Dychtwald has spent nearly four decades exploring all aspects of the age wave and the new era of longevity and how it fundamentally transforms our lives. Maddy is an award-winning author, acclaimed public speaker, and thought leader on longevity and aging, health, wellness, and the new retirement. A successful entrepreneur, she is also the co-founder of Age Wave, the world's leader in understanding and addressing the far-reaching impacts of longevity and our aging population.To learn more about Maddy got to agewave.com.

Is it Time to Eat More Plants? Join Vicki and Katana as they discuss: Why eating more plants is a good idea for your health.Which plant foods are most nutritious.Where to begin when trying to increase your plant consumption.    Vicki Brett-Gach is a Master-Certified Vegan Lifestyle Coach, Plant-Based Culinary Instructor, Certified Personal Chef, and author of The Plant-Based for Life Cookbook, published by Brooklyn Writer's Press. She earned a Wellness Counseling Certificate through Cornell University, a Plant-Based Nutrition Certificate through the T. Colin Campbell Center for Nutrition Studies, and a Culinary Coaching Certificate through the Harvard Medical School and The Institute of Lifestyle Medicine. Vicki's recipes have been featured in several publications, including Forks Over Knives Magazine, Health Science, VegWorld Magazine, and Global Vegan Magazine. Vicki coaches individual clients transitioning to a plant-based diet and teaches a broad range of whole-food, plant-based cooking classes to groups of all sizes.  Connect with Vicki through her popular recipe blog Ann Arbor Vegan Kitchen at annarborvegankitchen.com.  

The Food Controversy with Joanna Klein, Marla Pennington, and Colleen KilpatrickJoin Joanna, Marla, Colleen, and Katana as they discuss:The ways our childhood eating habits influence our adult eating habits.How to navigate the world of dietary options.Food choices beyond pleasure or health.Katana welcomes three vibrant friends, Marla Pennington, Joanna Klein, and Colleen Kilpatrick, who all agreed to share openly what they eat and why they eat that way.  Marla, for example, grew up on a farm with cows, hogs, and chickens and regularly eats steak and a glass of wine.  She also walks nearly 4 miles daily, following the steps of her mother, who is in her 80s and still walks daily (her mom recently married a man in his 70s!).  All have different experiences and relationships with food. You will enjoy hearing about their journeys.

She Believed She Could, So She Did with Molly MacDonaldJoin Molly and Katana as they discuss:The power of belief.How to create a committed, competent, and caring culture.Why a nonprofit organization needs to be run like a for-profit business.Molly MacDonald is an almost 19 year breast cancer Survivor, co-founder of Pink Fund with her husband Tom Pettit. She holds a degree in journalism from The University of Michigan and has a background in event planning, marketing, and public relations.  Following her 2005 breast cancer diagnosis, Molly experienced the side effect of financial toxicity, a term that was not coined until 2013. Her personal experience led to identifying a gap in services for men and women in active treatment for breast cancer.To date, Pink Fund has delivered $7.8 million in financial assistance to the patient's creditor for housing, transportation, utilities, and insurance.Molly is a keynote speaker and moderator for various national healthcare conferences. She is a Director on the board of the National Breast Cancer Coalition and a board member of The University of Michigan's Value-Based Insurance Design. She is the mother of five adult children and grandmother to three.To learn more about Molly, visit pinkfund.org.

Meditation for Empowerment with Julia GriffinJoin Julia and Katana as they discuss:How to tap into the universe for energy and a better life.Ways we become disempowered by our false beliefs.Strategies for using energy work, meditation, and visualization to overcome blocks and create confidence.Julia Griffin is an intuitive healer who has successfully healed and transformed the lives of thousands of clients. She sees and reads energy to find its resonance with the inner self. She gently guides you through this process so you can easily resolve life's challenges, ranging from enterprise issues to highly personal ones, as well as developing a skill set to transform negative thoughts and emotions into positive ones. Your health, energy, prosperity, and relationships improve as you better understand yourself and your life.To learn more about Julia, go to onetrueself.com.

The 3 Keys to Living Your True Power with Debra PonemanJoin Debra and Katana in this encore show as they discuss:- What is preventing you from living your power.- Why women tend to compromise themselves more than men.- The steps you can take beginning today to live the life you are meant to live.For over four decades, Debra Poneman, bestselling author and founder of Yes to Success Seminars, has shared her system, used by hundreds of thousands around the world to live lives of not only success and abundance, but true happiness and profound self-love. Debra's clients have used her formula to become mega-successful entrepreneurs, renowned transformational leaders, NY Times bestselling authors, impactful world-changers, millionaires, billionaires—even household names. Yet Debra feels her greatest accomplishment is not just that she has helped so many live their dreams but has helped them know how glorious they really are and how they can most powerfully contribute to a world that works for everyone.To learn more about Debra, visit www.yestosuccess.com.

From Fear to Flow with Dr. Andria CorsoJoin Andria and Katana for this encore show as they discuss:How to discern real fear from false fear and know if you're living in false fear.How to move through fear so it can stop driving your decisions and your life.What it means to live life in the flow and why this is so important to us as individuals and as a society.Dr. Andria Corso is passionate about helping individuals work through their trials and challenges to create a life where they thrive and live to their fullest potential. Her primary focus is creating a safe and trusting space for clients to fully express their emotions and explore the most effective ways to deal with their challenges. She also uses evidence-based practices that enable individuals to successfully work through and manage these challenges.Dr. Corso has a Ph.D. in Psychology, a Master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, and a Master's in Organizational Psychology. She also has over 25 years of experience working with individuals and organizations in the areas of executive coaching and leadership development.To learn more about Dr. Andria Corso go to andriacorso.com.

How Your Stuff is Keeping You Stuck with Tisha Morris Join Tisha and Katana for this encore show as they discuss:How changes to your home can cause a ripple effect – aka how Feng Shui works.The guilt involved in decluttering.The power of decluttering and its impact on your life. Tisha Morris is a best-selling author, Feng Shui expert, and business coach. Tisha holds a degree in Law and a Fine Arts degree in Interior Design. She combines Feng Shui techniques, design aesthetics, coaching, and intuition to turn challenging spaces into supportive environments. Tisha facilitates workshops and works one-on-one with people and businesses to identify blocks and make desired changes. Tisha is the host of Feng Shui Your Life podcast and the founder of Earth Home School of Feng Shui. Learn more about Tisha at tishamorris.com.

Why 90% of New Year's Resolutions Don't Work and What to Do Instead! with Colleen Kilpatrick and Katana Abbott, CFP® Join Colleen and Katana as they discuss: What is Quitter's Day?Why it's so hard to keep those New Year's resolutions.How to change your resolutions to habits. Katana Abbott, CFP®, is a Retirement Income Coach and Certified Social Security Claiming Specialist, founder of the Midlife Millionaire™ Solution, and the host of Smart Women Talk. For over 35 years, Katana has helped baby boomers plan for retirement, including creating lifetime income, optimizing their Social Security benefits, launching an encore career, and preparing for long-term care. She has written several books, created a financial literacy course, and is a popular speaker. Katana has been honored by NAWBO as one of Detroit's Top 10 Businesswomen, receiving the Breakthrough Award.To download Katana's new retirement guide, Three Smart Strategies to Maximize Your Retirement Income, visit katanaabbott.com.Colleen Kilpatrick is a multi-talented business owner, creative collaborator, and author of the transformational book Eliminate What You Tolerate: A Simple, Proven Way to Regain Focus, Increase Productivity, and Liberate Your Energy for the More Important Things in Life. Colleen is the creator of Business Brainstorming Sessions and Toleration Elimination Virtual Parties as well as a range of other business and personal development programs. She is celebrated for her exceptional ability to break down complex concepts into practical, step-by-step solutions that can easily be understood and implemented. With her extensive experience in marketing, business innovation, personal development, and spiritual teachings, Colleen brings a unique perspective to her work with entrepreneurs, inspiring them to unlock their full potential and courageously share their best gifts with the world.To learn more about Colleen, visit https://www.facebook.com/colleen.t.kilpatrick.

It Takes Guts: Finding the Courage to Live Your Life for YOU! with Sheree ClarkJoin Sheree and Katana during this encore show as they discuss:How to get in touch with what you actually want next.The very first step that precedes all acts of courage.Practical tips for facing down fear.Sheree Clark is a Midlife Courage Coach, TV show host, inspiring speaker and accomplished author. Sheree has written and presented on topics ranging from finding your passion to overcoming career burnout. She appears in a weekly segment on KCWI channel 23 called Fork in the Road with Sheree Clark, while maintaining a busy practice coaching clients one-on-one and in groups on creatingan authentically fulfilling life. In her personal time, Sheree and her cat Lotus work on their yoga poses.To learn more about Sheree, visit https://fork-road.com/.

Fear, Faith & Freedom:The 3 Keys to Overcoming Adversity with Marilyn KierJoin Marilyn and Katana for this encore show as they discuss:Acknowledging the fears that hold you back.Finding faith in the Universe or a higher power to help you.Having the freedom to help others.Marilyn Kier, a Board Certified Orthopedic Massage Therapist, has been interviewed by Forbes, USA Today and other publications.After graduating summa cum laude from Northeastern University, Marilyn enjoyed a 15-year career as an award-winning video producer. To pursue her passion, Marilyn received a degree in wellness and massage therapy in 1996, after which she founded Wellness at Work. Within two years, the company grew to service 50 corporations with on-site massage and wellness programs. Prior to the pandemic, Marilyn had a full clinic practice, with a 4-month wait list. Marilyn is currently enrolled in the National Whole Health Institute's Patient Advocacy Program.To contact Marilyn, email her at marilynk@wellnessatwork.

Fearless Living with Rhonda BrittenJoin Rhonda and Katana as they discuss:How the Wheel of Fear can impact your life.The powerful influence of your tone of voice & body language.Ways to align the “parts” of you that may be sabotaging your success & your LOVE life!Rhonda Britten –Emmy Award-winner, Repeat Oprah guest, Master Coach –has changed lives in over 600 episodes of reality television, is the author of four bestsellers including her seminal work, “Fearless Living,” and is the Founder of the Fearless Living Institute, home of the Ivy League of Life Coaching Training. Named “America's Favorite Life Coach,” she brings the neuroscience of fear down to earth giving you a path out of “not being good enough” using the “Wheels” technology she developed that saved her own life. To learn more about Rhonda, visit www.fearlessliving.org.

Overcoming Traumatic Loss and Making a Comeback with Beth PizzarelloJoin Beth and Katana as they discuss:The importance of never giving up.How to pivot to get where you want to be.Ways to move forward in your life.Two weeks before graduating college, Beth Pizzarello was diagnosed with a genetic eye disease that contributed to her eventual blindness at age 38. It took a shift in perception to break through the intense fear to become capable of meeting, and then rising to this enormous challenge. After 12 years of living in the dark, Beth received a newly developed lens implant procedure with miraculous results. The surgery took her from a status of complete blindness to the limited use of one eye (20%). The inspiration for writing her book Eclipsed came from the moment of profound gratitude for the journey, and Beth's desire to help others find their way when dealing with a traumatic loss.Learn more about Beth and Eclipsed at bethpizzarello.com.

Join Marci and Katana in this encore show as they discuss:What is the #1 block to miracles showing up in your life.How you can be open to the happiness, love, and miracles you want.The key to raising your "desirability set-point" in order to live in the miracle zone.Marci Shimoff is a #1 NY Times bestselling author, a world-renowned transformational teacher, and an expert on happiness, success and unconditional love. Her NY Times bestselling books Happy for No Reason, Love for No Reason and six titles in the Chicken Soup for the Woman's Soul series have sold more than 16 million copies and are translated in 33 languages. She's also a featured teacher in The Secret and narrator of the award-winning movie, Happy. She currently co-leads a global online program called Your Year of Miracles to help people live more miraculous lives. To learn more about Marci, visit www.happyfornoreason.com.

How to Live a High Vibe Miraculous Life with Jennifer HoffmanJoin Jennifer, former co-host Chris Freer, and Katana as they discuss:How to turn the worst moments in your life into gateways to prosperity.Strategies to move to powerful living.The one thing you need to know to shift your energy to a higher vibe.A celebrated author, intuitive mystic, radio host, spiritual teacher, Jennifer Hoffman is the leading voice in the empowered self-awareness movement since 2003. She is an expert on energy congruence, High Vibes livingTM, miracle creation, and intention-based living.Jennifer is celebrated as ‘the world's most accurate psychic', revealing clients' life traumas and energy blocks, with solutions for more empowered, joyful living. Jennifer has taught millions how to master their soul mission, expand their life purpose, own their gifts, and access the keys to create divine wealth, boundless joy, and thrilling success in life, love, career, and business.To learn more about Jennifer, visit enlighteninglife.com.

Chaos to Calm During the Holiday Season with Debbie PetersonJoin Debbie and Katana as they discuss:Ways to avoid toxic productivity.How to get clarity on what's important.Finding the way forward to MORE time.Debbie Peterson of Getting to Clarity helps professionals get extreme clarity on what it takes to create career success on their terms! As a Business Keynote Speaker, Author, Trainer, and Coach she helps organizations fill their leadership pipeline with high potential talent that reaches for and realizes success by harnessing the power of their thoughts.To learn more about Debbie, visit debbiepetersonspeaks.com.

Six Keys to Slowing & Reversing Aging with Debra PonemanJoin Debra and Katana as they discuss:Foods that speed up the aging process and foods that slow it down.Simple practices you can do every day that not only slow down - but even stop and reverse aging.What damages our skin and eyes more than the sun.For over four decades, Debra Poneman, bestselling author and founder of Yes to Success and Ageless Seminars, has shared her system used by hundreds of thousands around the world to live not only success and abundance, but deep happiness, profound self-love and ageless radiance.Debra's clients have used her formulas to become mega-successful entrepreneurs, renowned transformational leaders, NY Times bestselling authors, millionaires, billionaires—even household names. Yet Debra feels her greatest accomplishment is not that she's helped so many live their dreams but that she's helped them discover the great and vibrant beings they truly are. To learn more about Debra, visit yestosuccess/ageless.