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She built the business. She built the influence. She built the brand. But before God expanded her impact, He had to heal her identity.  In this episode, we're sharing a powerful conversation from Emily's guesting on The Inspire Effect Podcast with Phil Valdez. While many people know Emily as an entrepreneur, speaker, and personal branding expert, this episode reveals the deeper story of how God healed her identity and redefined her understanding of influence and purpose.  From growing up without a father to building a nine-figure sales organization, Emily opens up about the wounds success couldn't heal, the relationships she almost sabotaged, and the encounter with Jesus that transformed her life from the inside out. She shares how faith reshaped her approach to business, personal branding, marriage, leadership, and purpose, and why true confidence isn't found in what you build, but in knowing who God says you are. Whether you're building a business, leading a family, or simply seeking clarity in your next season, this conversation is a reminder that before God expands your impact, He often heals your heart. And sometimes the breakthrough you've been praying for begins with allowing Him to restore the person behind the brand. What You'll Learn: The hidden reason success still feels empty for so many high performers The personal branding lesson God had to teach Emily before expanding her influence Why influence can never outrun identity What it means to find your confidence in Christ instead of your accomplishments The role discernment plays in making life-changing business decisions Timestamps: (03:52) - How Childhood Wounds Shape Your Adult Life (06:13) - Seeing Yourself the Way God Does (09:58) - What Happens When You Finally Surrender to God (19:01) - How One Person's Belief Can Change Your Life (22:03) - What Joseph's Story Teaches Us About Finding Our Purpose (25:23) - The Personal Branding Lesson Most People Miss (27:47) - Authenticity in Personal Branding (33:37) - Why Success Is Built in the Seasons No One Sees (37:18) - Why Discernment Is More Valuable Than Strategy (41:58) - What Happens When You Put God First in Business (49:12) - Why Success Without Faith Will Always Feel Empty  More from Emily & FORDIVINE: Website |  https://meetemilyford.com   Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/itsemily         Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/itsemilymethod    YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/c/ITSEMILYFORD Called & Crowned Podcast | https://www.instagram.com

Most in recovery know that Henrietta was the woman who answered a phone call from Bill Wilson and put him in touch with Dr. Bob; but there's a whole lot more to her story than that. In this episode Fr. Bill interviews Julie Frye who served for ten years as curator of the Seiberling mansion and gatehouse and knows more about Henrietta than most anyone alive.  As Founder's Day approaches, come learn more about this amazing woman and the critical role she played in the birth of Alcoholics Anonymous.Show Notes:PowerPoint Presentation of Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens with Julie FryeAnne Smith's JournalThe Cleveland Symphony Orchestrahttps://www.clevelandorchestra.com/

In this episode of the ZenRUN Podcast, I chat with the wonderful Astrid Volzke — runner, photographer, professional stickybeak, and the official photographer behind so many of the iconic images from Delirious West. If you've ever run Delirious, followed the event online, or changed your Facebook profile photo to one of those stunning trail-running shots, chances are Astrid was behind the camera. But this chat isn't just about photography. Astrid shares her story of growing up in Singapore, moving to Western Australia, camping adventures with her family, finding her way into photography, and eventually becoming part of the trail running world. Her journey includes early morning boats with fishermen, newspaper photojournalism, community storytelling, trail running, Birdy's Backyard, and of course, many long days and nights capturing the raw emotion of Delirious West. We talk about how photographing a 200-mile event is an endurance event in itself — the planning, the mental focus, the sleep deprivation, the gear, the editing, the sandy night drives, and the constant decision-making that happens behind the scenes. Astrid says she's either shooting or editing for most of the week, often chasing sunrise, sunset, emotional moments, funny poses, and the gritty reality of what runners go through. Astrid also shares what running means to her personally. She started trail running through a team at Margaret River Ultra, found herself hooked by the people and adventure, and has since become part of the wider ultra-running community in a very unique way — sometimes as a runner, often as the photographer, and always as someone deeply immersed in the story. One of my favourite parts of this conversation is Astrid's reflection on motivation. Her advice is simple and very ZenRUN: You don't have to feel motivated first. You just have to start. Whether it's running, photography, or any creative project, Astrid says momentum often comes after you begin — not before. Tie the shoelaces. Step outside. Pick up the camera. Start with the first step, and the rest often follows. This is a relaxed, funny, behind-the-scenes chat with someone who has seen Delirious West from a perspective most of us never will — behind the lens, in the dark, on the beach, in the dust, at the finish line, and sometimes crying behind the camera. In this episode, we chat about: Growing up in Singapore and moving to Perth as a child How Astrid found photography after realising agribusiness wasn't quite her thing Life as a photojournalist and freelance photographer Why photography is really about storytelling How trail running entered her life The origins of Birdy's Backyard Why photographing Delirious West is its own kind of endurance event The mental load of capturing a multi-day ultra The hilarious runner poses Astrid has captured over the years Why runners don't have to run when they see the photographer The emotion, grit, joy and humanity of 200-mile events Why Astrid would love to run a point-to-point adventure event one day Her simple motivation tip: just start Astrid's Tip for Runners Don't wait until you feel motivated. Just start. Go outside. Take the first step. Begin slowly. Often the motivation comes once you're already moving. And if you're out on course and see Astrid with her camera? You don't have to run. But apparently, most of us do anyway

In this episode of Keep It Positive, Sweetie, Keisha Lance Bottoms opens up about the deeply personal journey behind her memoir The Rough Side of the Mountain. From childhood trauma and family secrets to faith, leadership, motherhood, body image, and reclaiming the parts of herself she once felt she had to hide, this conversation explores the humanity behind public strength. This episode is about healing, identity, authenticity, and what it means to finally show up as your whole self.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of Rewind, Tony sits down with author and pop‑culture historian Herbie J Pilato to explore his acclaimed work on Elizabeth Montgomery, the beloved star of Bewitched. Herbie shares the story of meeting Montgomery in her later years, how that encounter shaped his understanding of her life and artistry, and how it ultimately inspired the books that reintroduced her to a new generation of fans. This is a conversation about legacy, compassion, and the power of telling someone's story with care. SAVE 17% ON PLUS

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12 years ago, I stepped on stage for the first time to compete in a bodybuilding show. Little did I know it would have such a huge impact on my life! Not only did I make lifelong friends, but I also met some amazing women in the NPC/IFBB Leagues who also made lasting impressions with me.  One of those people was Sandy Williamson. Today I am re-releasing is a very special podcast in honor of IFBB/NPC regional, national and international head judge Sandy Williamson. I had the pleasure of interviewing Sandy for my Age is Irrelevant Podcast 6 years ago.  With the 2026 season just underway, I thought this would be very fitting to bring this podcast conversation back so all athletes, seasoned and new could get to know Sandy a little bit better. I'm honored to share this podcast episode celebrating Sandy as she receives the first ever Jim Manion Lifetime Achievement Award! Sandy is a woman whose dedication, integrity, passion, and heart have helped shape the bodybuilding community for more than 50 years. Sandy has given so much to the world of bodybuilding through her leadership, guidance, fairness, and unwavering support of athletes at every level. Her unwavering commitment and decades of service to the bodybuilding world is unmatched. To know her is to love her. She is truly one of the most respected and beloved figures in the IFBB/NPC family. Congratulations, Sandy, on receiving your well-deserved Lifetime Achievement Award. What an incredible legacy you continue to leave behind. Thank you for the countless lives you've impacted, including mine on the day that I won my Pro card, and for the love you've poured into this sport for decades. If you are a veteran, a novice, an amateur or a Pro bodybuilder you will love Sandy's life story and how she found her way to the bodybuilding world!  This episode is more than a podcast — it's a tribute to a woman who has inspired generations.

Send us Fan MailMy guest today is Aimie K. Runyan, author of Mademoiselle Eiffel, listed in the Visual Arts category on Art In Fiction.View the video on YouTube: https://youtu.be/_JcFmRQ4PcQWhy Aimie chose to write about Claire Eiffel rather than her more famous father, and the surprising role Claire played in running Gustave's household, social life, and business from the age of 14.The wax figure of Claire at the top of the Eiffel Tower, alongside Gustave and Thomas Edison, and the historical meeting it commemorates.How clothing functions as armor and identity in the novel, particularly Claire's corset as a symbol of constraint reframed as protection in a world not built for ambitious women.The invisible female labor at the heart of the story, and what Claire sacrificed, including her art and her choice of husband, to secure her place at her father's side.The opposition to the Eiffel Tower from artists, architects, and Gustave's own friend Garnier, and what the contrast between the Opéra Garnier and the tower reveals about two competing visions of modernity.Aimie's research trips to Paris and the Musée d'Orsay archives, where the Eiffel family correspondence, party menus, and letters from admirers have been preserved since 1981.What Aimie gained by returning to the archives after the story was already written.The Panama Canal scandal, Gustave's complicated legacy, and why writing through Claire's adoring lens required Aimie to be deliberately even-handed with a man who was "no more of a villain than your average rich man used to getting his own way."The oldest daughter narrative and why Claire's story resonates today, including a frank conversation about the undervaluing of women's labor and the difference between "emotional labor" and plain old mental load.Aimie's advice to writers on research: travel if you can, use Google Earth if you can't, never hesitate to contact museum curators, and know that one good research trip can fuel three books.Reading from the scene in Portugal where 14-year-old Claire organizes a workers' dinner and earns her first public acknowledgment from her father.Read more about Aimie K. Runyan on her website: https://www.aimiekrunyan.com/Are you enjoying The Art In Fiction Podcast? Consider giving us a small donation so we can continue bringing you interviews with your favorite arts-inspired novelists.  Click this link to donate: https://ko-fi.com/artinfiction.Also, check out Art In Fiction at https://www.artinfiction.com and explore 2500+ novels inspired by the arts in 11 categories: Architecture, Dance, Decorative Arts, Film, Literature, Music, Textile Arts, Theater, Visual Arts, & Other.Want to learn more about Carol Cram, the host of The Art In Fiction Podcast? She's the author of several award-winning novels, including The Towers of Tuscany, A Woman of Note, The Muse of Fire, and The Choir. Find out more on her website....

In a special "flipped-script" edition of the Love, Mia Vita podcast, frequent guest and psychologist Dr. Juliana Hauser takes the interviewer's chair to go behind the scenes with our host, Gerianne DiPiano. From her early days navigating the "default male" standards of Big Pharma to the terrifying moment of launching FemmePharma with nothing but a checkbook and a credit card, Gerianne shares the raw, personal history that fueled her life's work. This episode is a deep dive into the intersection of science and activism, exploring why women's healthcare has become unnecessarily politicized and why maintaining a moral compass is the ultimate measure of success. Tune in for an intimate conversation about legacy, the "queen bee" phenomenon, and what it truly means to be a feminist in the pursuit of clinical equity. To connect with Dr. Juliana Hauser visit https://dr-juliana.com/ For more information on women's health advocacy, visit the FemmePharma website www.femmepharma.com

Joan of Arc was not a shepherdess. She was a determined teenager who broke an arranged marriage, heard voices, and convinced a chain of noblemen to take her to the French king. Annie Sargent and Elyse Rivin of Toulouse Guided Walks tell the full story. From her village in Lorraine to the battlefields at Orléans. From her betrayal to her execution at 19. And why there are now over 20,000 statues of her across France. Annie also covers the Paris Airbnb crackdown and shares her road trip itinerary through eastern France. Hit play. You won't look at those statues the same way again. And if you enjoy the show, subscribe so you never miss an episode.   Table of Contents for this Episode Intro Today on the podcast: The Joan of Arc Story Podcast supporters Magazine segment Joan of Arc Statues and Legacy How did Joan of Arc become so famous? France at War Myths About Her Childhood Voices and Vows Breaking the Engagement Path to the Dauphin Court Test and Conviction Armor and Army Plans Victory at Orléans Crowning at Reims War Not Over Yet King Wants Peace Final Victory Then Dismissal Joan Goes Rogue Captured And Sold Rouen Witchcraft Trial Condemned For Clothing Burned At The Stake Exoneration And Sainthood National Symbol Politics Legacy And Farewell Thank you, Patrons France Trip Services Paris Airbnb Crackdown Record Fine Explained New Law and Mayor Traveler Booking Tips Road Trip Itinerary Newsletter and Credits Next Episode Teaser Final Goodbye Copyright More episodes about French History

She lost her leg in a traumatic accident… and turned it into a mission to help others find strength, identity, and purpose again. This is the story behind Less Leg More Heart — and why it matters for every patient facing limb loss or PAD. I'm talking with Tina Godfrey Hurley, founder of Less Leg More Heart, alongside Dr. John Phillips, about what happens after amputation — physically, emotionally, and mentally — and how patients rebuild their lives in ways most people never see. Tina's journey started with a devastating accident that led to limb loss at a young age. Today, she's helping others navigate trauma, identity, mental health, and recovery through her nonprofit and advocacy work. We're getting into: • What patients really experience after limb loss • The emotional side of recovery doctors don't always see • How identity, confidence, and purpose evolve after trauma • Why community and support systems change outcomes • What PAD patients can learn from the amputee community If you've ever thought, "no one understands what this feels like," this conversation will hit home.

Send us Fan MailElizabeth “Lady” Montano joins The Corie Sheppard Podcast for a powerful conversation about motherhood, legacy, discipline, culture, business, and the journey behind one of the Caribbean's most influential families.Known by many as the mother and longtime manager of Machel Montano, Lady Montano shares the untold stories behind Machel's early career, the sacrifices made as parents, and the core values that shaped both Machel and Marcus Montano into the men they are today.The conversation explores:Discovering Machel Montano's talent at age 5Raising two highly successful sons in completely different fieldsMarcus Montano's journey to becoming a senior airline captain and pilot trainerThe story behind “Too Young To Soca”Managing Machel Montano for decadesBuilding Ecstatic, Monk Music & the Montano brandParenting, discipline & raising successful childrenThe importance of preserving Caribbean cultureSoca's evolution and innovation over the decadesCollaborations with legends like Sparrow, Kitchener, Superblue & David RudderCreating businesses beyond music, including chocolate, hospitality & cultural preservationMental health, criticism, resilience & handling public pressureWhy Lady Montano believes parenting shapes societyLady Montano also reflects on her own career as an educator and guidance counsellor, her philosophy on leadership, and why legacy must be intentionally built and documented for future generations.“It's not the teachers. It's not the church. It's not the community. It's the parents.”

Something a little different this week! Natalie Diggins, former guest and author of the Autistic Adults Toolbox, reached out with a guest suggestion for the show — and that guest was me. So we turned the tables, and Natalie took over the hosting chair.In this episode, Natalie pulls back the curtain and asks the questions I usually ask everyone else. We talk about how and why I started this podcast as a sitting judge — anonymously, and with a lot of hope — and what it was like to finally have an explanation for a lifetime of feeling different. We also dig into the moment that changed everything for me, how my understanding of autism has shifted over the years, and what I've learned from the incredible guests and listeners who have been part of this journey.We also get into:What it's like to keep your autistic identity private when your whole life requires maskingWhy I don't think we can "learn our way out of" autism — and why that's actually okayThe episodes and topics that have resonated most with listenersNavigating jury duty as an autistic personWhat's coming up next for the showSupport the show:Leave a five-star review on Apple PodcastsComment or ask a question on SpotifySupport on [Patreon / Ko-Fi / PayPal]Share this episode with someone who will benefitSupport the showRATED IN THE TOP 0.5% GLOBALLY with more than 1.2 million downloads!If you are an autistic person who has written a book about autism or if you have a guest suggestion email me at info@theautisticwoman.com.InstagramKo-fi, PayPal, PatreonLinktreeEmail: info@theautisticwoman.comWebsiteJune 24-28, 2026 In Rewilding Together

Elmo, Big Bird, and Cookie Monster probably helped raise you, and the woman now leading Sesame Street traces her path there back to one transformative act: adopting her daughter Lily from China. Before joining Sesame Workshop, Sherrie Westin had already built a remarkable career at ABC News and as one of the highest-ranking women in George H.W. Bush's White House. On this episode, Sherrie shares how adopting Lily in 1995 sparked a profound pivot, and how that personal transformation shaped her 26-year journey at the helm of one of the most beloved nonprofits in the world. She opens up about leading the creation of Julia, Sesame Street's first autistic Muppet, securing a landmark $100 million grant to bring early education to refugee children across the globe, and navigating the financial uncertainty that ultimately led to a groundbreaking new deal with Netflix. Chapters: 00:00.00 Welcome to She Pivots 00:25.836 Guest Introduction: Sherrie Westin 01:58.259 Childhood and Early Life 03:28.160 Communications and the White House 09:44.959 The Transformative Power of Motherhood 12:53.840 From ABC News to Sesame Street 17:56.682 Representation and Global Impact 23:48.774 The Experiment of Sesame Street 25:20.535 The Power of The Arts on Children 27:55.460 Making a Difference To Communities in Need 31:44.265 Financial Challenges and Becoming CEO 36:00.269 What I Learned From Mom 36:53.572 From Low Point to Launch Point 37:20.029 Do You Think You'll Pivot Again? 38:09.920 Children and AI 39:20.765 Closing Thoughts and Credits Learn more about Sesame workshop’s mission at Sesameworkshop.org Check out Sherrie’s new book: What I Learned From Mom: 27 Celebrated Individuals on How Mother's Wisdom Shaped Their Lives. Be sure to subscribe so you never miss a pivot story, leave us a rating (it really helps!), and share this episode with a woman in your life who you think needs a little inspiration. She Pivots is a podcast created by host Emily Tisch Sussman to highlight influential women voices, share stories of bold career moves, and inspire women with interviews about career reinvention and how personal pivots can redefine professional success. Join our Substack community! Subscribe here for exclusive content and to connect with other pivoters: shepivots.substack.com Learn more about the inspiring women in our pivoter community by following us on instagram @ShePivotsThePodcast, and check out our website shepivotspod.com for resources and updates. She Pivots is proud to be an iheart podcast.Support the show: https://www.shepivotsthepodcast.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Roy L Hales/Cortes Currents - Forty-nine acts will be coming to the Gorge Harbour Marina this year, the same number as last year. The driving force behind the venue's success is Shannon Marks, who has been promoting the music industry since she was 16. In this morning's interview she talks about the coming season and her own life promoting music. Shannon Marks: "I really hope people enjoy the music we put on at the Gorge. There are so many good acts coming, and I've never been anywhere else where they offer free music five nights a week during the summer. Not only that, but it's high-quality music." Cortes Currents: "Tell us a little about your background. How long has music been a passion in your life?"

Everybody knows the case. The missing poster. The FBI investigation. The doorbell camera footage. But almost nobody outside of Tucson, Arizona, knows who Nancy Guthrie actually is — and that gap between the headline and the human being is where this episode lives.Nancy Ellen Long grew up in Fort Wright, Kentucky, wrote for her college newspaper, married a mining engineer she spotted at a blind date to a basketball game, and followed him from Kentucky to Australia to the Arizona desert. She was a full-time mother for nearly two decades. Then her husband died suddenly at forty-nine, and Nancy was left at forty-six with three children, an aging mother, and a brother with Down syndrome who all needed her. She had no career and no safety net.She went to work at the University of Arizona so her daughters could attend tuition-free. She built a career in public relations from the ground up. She brought live music into a hospital. She raised a fighter pilot, a published poet, and one of the most recognized broadcast journalists in America. She attended the same church every Sunday for thirty years — so consistently that one missed service triggered the alarm that she was gone.This is the Nancy no one knew. The grandmother. The survivor. The woman still laughing about javelinas in her garden. Her story deserves to be told.Join Our SubStack For AD-FREE ADVANCE EPISODES & EXTRAS!: https://hiddenkillers.substack.com/Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8-vxmbhTxxG10sO1izODJg?sub_confirmation=1Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspodX Twitter https://x.com/TrueCrimePodThis publication contains commentary and opinion based on publicly available information. All individuals are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Nothing published here should be taken as a statement of fact, health or legal advice.#NancyGuthrie #SavannahGuthrie #Tucson #TrueCrime #MissingPerson #HiddenKillers #PimaCounty #FindNancy #JusticeForNancy #BringNancyHome

Send us Fan MailThis episode of the Chef JKP Podcast features Laura Lai Coughlin, one of Dubai's most recognizable voices in food media, for a conversation about food, storytelling, journalism, and the path that took her from family kitchens to the centre of the city's dining scene.Chef James Knight-Paccheco sits down with Laura, food writer, presenter, content creator, and host of Best of Dubai, to unpack her journey from growing up with two parents who cooked professionally, to studying marketing, moving to Shanghai, and eventually building her editorial career in Dubai across titles like Explorer and What's On.Laura reflects on rising to Head of Content, why she chose to step away from full-time publishing, and how that opened the door to a more personal chapter of work. The episode also explores the thinking behind Best of Dubai, the changing nature of food media, and why championing chefs, restaurants, and the wider hospitality community matters so much to her.At its core, this is a conversation about instinct, reinvention, and building a career around people, stories, and the culture of food.WHAT YOU WILL HEAR IN THIS EPISODE• Laura's childhood food memories and how growing up with two cook parents shaped her relationship with food• Why she studied marketing, even though storytelling and journalism were always close by• How moving to Shanghai changed her life and opened the door to freelance writing• Why Dubai became home and how her early publishing years shaped her career• What it was like rising through the ranks to become Head of Content at What's On• Why she stepped away from full-time media in 2022 to build something more personal• How Best of Dubai started and why the format connected so quickly• What she has learned from interviewing chefs, restaurateurs, and hospitality people across the city• Why Dubai's food community stands out for its support, energy, and collaboration• Her thoughts on the future of dining in Dubai and across the wider Middle EastCHAPTERS00:00 Laura thought she had been cancelled after a Best of Dubai video blew up04:00 Childhood food memories, congee, and growing up around food09:40 Studying marketing, loving theatre, and finding her voice16:40 Moving to Shanghai and the internship that changed everything26:00 Freelance writing and the start of her journalism journey27:30 Moving to Dubai and building her editorial career34:20 Joining What's On and rising to Head of Content45:00 Why she left full-time media in 202249:00 The story behind Best of Dubai and how the series took off01:25:00 Her views on the future of dining in Dubai and across the Middle EastFOLLOW THE GUESTLaura Lai CoughlinInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/bylauralai/?hl=enFOLLOW CHEF JKPInstagramhttps://www.instagram.com/chefjkppodcastLinkedInhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/james-knight-paccheco-447b1b17TikTokhttps://www.tiktok.com/@jamesknightpacchecoPROUDLY BROUGHT TO YOU BY VALRHONAValrhona partners with chefs and artisans to elevate chocolate through craftsmanship, innovation, and a commitment to a more sustainable cocoa industry.Website:https://www.valrhona.com/en/valrhona-middle-east-africa-and-indiaSUPPORT THE SHOWStay hydrated with the Chef JKP thermos flask.Get yours here: https://pay.ziina.com/chefjkp/RKwVHDfpNSupport the showFollow The Chef JKP Podcast on Instagram HERE

In this episode of QuaniTEA Radio, I sit down with Leila Loca — podcast host, creator, and media personality — to talk about what it really takes to build your own platform from the ground up.From her early beginnings to interviewing notable guests and growing her presence, Leila shares the real story behind her journey — the consistency, the challenges, and the mindset it takes to keep showing up even when no one is watching.We also get into the importance of community, staying authentic in your voice, and creating opportunities instead of waiting for them. Beyond media, Leila opens up about her passion for wellness, balance, and how she pours into herself while building her brand.This conversation is for anyone looking to step into their purpose, grow their platform, and stay committed to the vision — even when the path isn't clear.Leilah's IG: https://www.instagram.com/leilahloca/QuaniTEA Radio Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@quanitearadio

In this episode, we sit down with Helena, founder of Harlowe (previously Hobolite) and CEO of AEC Lighting Solutions, calling in from her Shanghai office fresh off a trip through Europe. Helena's story is anything but ordinary: raised in the Chinese countryside, self-taught in art from age five, trained as a mechanical engineer, and now running a globally recognized premium lighting brand with 26 years of manufacturing heritage behind it.   To learn more about Harlowe, head on over to their website. (00:24) - Introduction (01:08) - What is Harlow? The Brand Story (04:41) - Helena's Childhood & Falling in Love with Art (07:46) - Breaking Down the Business: Engineering Meets Design (08:44) - Women Leading Companies in China (10:59) - Navigating a Male-Dominated Industry (12:41) - The Design Philosophy Behind Harlow (15:12) - Competing Against the Big Players (17:52) - Behind the Scenes: Where Ideas Come From (21:35)  - Win-Win Collaborations & Business Model (22:22) - Patents: Are They Worth It? (24:40) - Global Tariffs & Running an International Business (26:59) - The Future of Content Creation & AI (31:22) - Balancing Family Life as a Single Mom & CEO (34:33) - Will Her Son Take Over the Business? (36:02) - Hobbies: Painting, Calligraphy & Neuroscience (37:02) - Helena Turns the Tables – Questions for Johnnie   We hope you enjoyed this episode! Do you have feedback, comments, or suggestions? Write us at podcast@cined.com 

The Kouri Richins trial has put evidence on the table for weeks. This series puts the behavior under a microscope — and brings in two of the sharpest analytical minds working in behavioral science today to examine what that evidence actually describes about who Kouri Richins allegedly is, how she allegedly operated, and what she left behind.Tony Brueski sits down with psychotherapist Shavaun Scott and retired FBI Behavioral Analysis Chief Robin Dreeke for three complete panel conversations covering the full psychological arc of this case.The first examines the alleged pattern of instrumental exploitation the trial record has documented in granular detail — every person prosecutors say was used, what they lost, and the psychological mechanics that allegedly made it invisible to the people inside it until it was far too late. The second examines the experience of Eric's family — their instincts the night he died, the years of fighting to be believed, and the specific layered trauma of grief that is also confirmation of what you always feared was true. The third goes to the root — Kouri's own history, what a chaotic upbringing does to a person's relationship with honesty and survival decades later, the painful irony of allegedly destroying your children's stability while trying to secure it, and what five children are now carrying from one of the most public criminal cases in recent Utah history.Every conversation stands alone. Together, they are the most complete psychological portrait of this case available anywhere.Kouri Richins has pleaded not guilty to all charges and is presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. All content is commentary and opinion based on publicly available information.Join Our SubStack For AD-FREE ADVANCE EPISODES & EXTRAS!: https://hiddenkillers.substack.com/Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8-vxmbhTxxG10sO1izODJg?sub_confirmation=1Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspodX Twitter https://x.com/TrueCrimePodThis publication contains commentary and opinion based on publicly available information. All individuals are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Nothing published here should be taken as a statement of fact, health or legal advice.#KouriRichins #KouriRichinsTrial #KouriRichinsCase #EricRichins #TrueCrimePsychology #UtahMurderTrial #GenerationalTrauma #FBIBehavioralAnalysis #ShavaunScott #RobinDreeke

Visionary entrepreneur and designer Andrea (“Andi”) Rosenstein joins us, she is co-creator of the iconic clothing brand Fitigues and co-founder of The Duce, a one‑of‑a‑kind event space in downtown Phoenix. Andi shares how a chance meeting with her husband, Steve, in Chicago's apparel center led to a decades‑long partnership in life and business—from building Fitigues into a national brand that helped pioneer elevated, gym‑inspired casual wear, to selling the company and later buying it back nearly 20 years later. She explains the instinct, intuition, and love of “things that have been loved over time” that guide her creative decisions. You'll hear candid stories about risk‑taking, timing, and following a vision before the market catches up; what it's like to build brands alongside your spouse and sons; and how threads of family, style, and place have woven through every chapter of Andi's life.  Our Non Profit Spotlight is Desert Labrador Retriever Rescue of Arizona _ Katie Harms: katie@katieharms.com, www.katieharms.com Lisa Rubin: lisa@wardrobeconsulting.net, www.wardrobeconsulting.net . Follow Us On: Instagram LinkedIn Facebook YouTube Please take a moment to rate our podcast wherever you are reading or listening to this! Thank you! We are thankful to our sponsors Beem St. Louis Park and Jester Concepts (owner of Rustica Bakery)

Michelle James isn't just a footnote in wrestling history—she's the woman who stood beside Matt Osborne, the man behind Doink the Clown, for over a decade. Married from 1993 to 2004, Michelle is the mother of Osborne's children and, after his tragic passing in 2013, became the driving force behind a wrongful death lawsuit against WWE, filed on behalf of their kids. This is the untold side of the Doink the Clown story—life beyond the ring, the toll of the business, and a mother's fight for accountability after the spotlight fades. A story WWE fans rarely hear… but should. #DoinkTheClown #MattOsborne #MattBorne #WWEHistory #WrestlingTruth #BehindTheGimmick #DarkSideOfTheRing #ProWrestling #WrestlingLegacy #WWE Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Recorded at SYNKD Live in New Orleans, John Pajak sits down with Angelique Robb, founder of SYNKD, to unpack why the industry feels lonely, why silos keep quality and communication stuck, and how SYNKD Live is designed to get the right people in the right rooms. Angelique shares the evolution from the early Atlanta format to a more engaging, discussion-driven event, plus what's coming next with SYNKD Live Phoenix Sept 29–Oct 1, 2026. https://www.synkd.io/ Comments and Questions are welcome. Send to ProfitswithPajak@gmail.com Episode Links: Apple Podcast Listeners- Copy and paste the links below into your browser. Equip Expo : 2026 Tickets are 50% OFF with promo code Pajak https://plus.mcievents.com/EquipExpo2026?RefId=PAJAK Upcoming Events:   Show Partners: Yardbook Simplify your business and be more profitable. Please visit www.Yardbook.com  Get 30 days of Premium Business level of Yardbook for FREE with promo code PAJAK Relay Relay is small business banking that puts you in complete control of what you are earning, spending, and saving. Click here to sign up for Relay and get $50.00 cash bonus!http://join.relayfi.com/promo/get-50-ulumkswykjzwi4dqsm?referralcode=profitswithpajak&utm_source=influencer&utm_medium=podcast  Mr. Producer Click the link to connect with Thee Best Podcast Producer in the biz! https://www.instagram.com/mrproducerusa/   Green Frog Web Design Get your first month for only $1 when you use code, PAJAK, and have your website LIVE in 3 weeks from projected start date or it is FREE for a year. https://www.greenfrogwebdesign.com/johnpajak My Service Area "Qualify Leads Based on Your Profitable Service Area." Click on this link for an exclusive offer for being a "Profits with Pajak" listener. https://myservicearea.com/pajak   Training and Courses Budgets, Breakevens, and Bottom Lines™ Workshop John Pajak's exclusive system is designed to help you avoid common failures and achieve your business' financial goals to be profitable and scale your business. https://www.johnpajak.com/offers/qvgvV8m3/checkout   Yardbook Training Workshops Learn one-on-one with John Pajak to use Yardbook like a pro to streamline your business and make more money! https://www.johnpajak.com/offers/aJ9YX7aB/checkout

How Holly Cohen decided to marry a Chassidic man and embrace her role as founder of Tamim Academy, which has branches from Burlington, Vermont to Victoria, BC, and more are opening every year.

Gwynne Shotwell, president of SpaceX, has overseen the rise of the rocket and satellite company. She's also maintained a long relationship with the company's CEO Elon Musk. Now, with a potential IPO looming, WSJ's Micah Maidenberg reports on how expansive Shotwell's role is, and explains the big year ahead. Jessica Mendoza hosts.  Further Listening: - When Elon Musk Moves In Next Door- Elon Musk's Unusual Relationships With Women at SpaceXSign up for WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We plan meetings. We plan vacations. We plan weekends.But most people never plan their LIFE.In this conversation, I sit down with the woman behind some of ‪@jesseitzler4‬ 's wildest ideas to talk about the tool that fundamentally changes how you see your goals—and what you're willing to do to reach them.Taylor Prokes is the co-founder of Big Ass Calendar and the strategic mind behind years of ambitious, unconventional projects. In this interview, she explains why seeing your goals changes your behavior, why planning a full year before it starts leads to braver decisions, and how doing one hard thing on purpose—a misogi—can permanently shift how you see yourself.This isn't about productivity hacks or color-coded calendars.It's about:– How planning your year differently changes the kind of goals you choose– What a “life resume” really is—and how you build one on purpose– Why one intentional challenge can change your identity– How Taylor uses the Big Ass Calendar to design years she's proud of before they happenTaylor also shares how this way of thinking shaped her path—from admiring people like Sara Blakely from afar to now sitting at her kitchen table regularly—and how high-level thinkers design their lives when no one else is watching.If you've ever felt capable of more…If you've ever set goals that sounded good but didn't change your life…If you want to stop reacting to your year and start designing it—... this conversation will change how you think about time.Seeing your year changes the question from “What do I feel like doing today?” to “Who am I becoming this year?”If you enjoy this video, COMMENT and let us know! And if you have a misogi, we've got to hear it!

Send us a textIn this episode of Corporate Life, Hina Siddiqui is joined by Aditi to discuss the raw reality of leadership and the often-unspoken journey through failure. Aditi shares how a "rollercoaster ride" of starting a business and facing setbacks shaped her into the leader she is today. From the challenges of being a female executive in a male-dominated industry to the deeply personal motivations behind her "legacy" project, Aditi reveals why true success is impossible without first tasting the bitterness of failure.Key TakeawaysThe journey of an entrepreneur is rarely a straight line; it involves navigating countless rejections and "sleepless nights" to build something meaningful.True leadership and resilience are built when you learn how to "dust yourself up" after falling and continue to push forward regardless of societal pressures.Delayed gratification is essential in business; choosing to face challenges today allows for greater freedom and sweet success later.Episode HighlightsAditi reflects on the pivotal moment of starting her own venture and the boldness required to take that initial "coin flip" risk.A deep dive into the "80% of failures" that aren't usually seen by the public but are the foundation of any successful career.The conversation touches on the influence of parents, specifically how a father's legacy and a mother's "progressive" support can shape a woman's drive to succeed.Timestamps00:00 - Introduction to Aditi and the essence of failure 05:30 - The reality of entrepreneurship: Sleepless nights and coffee jars 12:15 - Navigating societal expectations as a woman in business 18:45 - The importance of delaying gratification for long-term goals 25:00 - Final thoughts on legacy and leaving a mark on the worldConnect with GuestAditi Handa: Fortune Group ChairpersonWebsite: www.aditiihanda.comFortuna Group Website: https://forttuna.com/homeInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/aditiihanda/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aditii-handa/Connect with HinaWEBSITE I https://thehinasiddiqui.com/ LINKEDIN I /hinasiddiqui INSTAGRAM I @hinawithwings YOUTUBE I /@thehinasiddiqui Email I hina@thehinasiddiqui.comCheck out Hina's books: https://amzn.to/3B65Wz7Production Credit: Edited and produced by @the32collective_ / https://www.the32collective.co/

Text us, We would love to her from YOU!In this milestone 100th episode of Happy Hour for the Spiritually Curious, the tables are turned as host Dr. Sandra Marie steps into the guest seat. Interviewed by longtime friend and collaborator Connie, this conversation offers listeners a rare, honest look at the woman behind the mic and the journey that shaped the podcast over its first four seasons.Together, they reflect on how curiosity, listening, and comfort with not knowing have evolved through 100 conversations exploring spirituality, consciousness, and lived experience. Dr. Sandra Marie shares how hosting the podcast has shifted the way she listens, why silence has become just as important as dialogue, and how staying grounded in authenticity has remained central to the show's purpose.The episode also includes a lighthearted rapid-fire segment, giving listeners a glimpse into Sandra's everyday life, rituals, quirks, and comforts—alongside reflections on what she hopes Happy Hour for the Spiritually Curious continues to offer as it moves into Season 5.This episode is both a celebration and a reset—honoring what has been built while gently opening the door to what's next.Support the showPlease subscribe and follow the show to get updates on new releases.Kindly asking to share with friends who may enjoy or benefit.Support Happy Hour for the Spiritually Curious WildSoulsGathering.comEmbrace YOUR Wild Soul!https://www.youtube.com/@wildsoulgatheringhttps://www.tiktok.com/@spirituallycurioushttps://www.twitter.com/@soul_gatheringshttps://www.instagram.com/wildsoulgatheringshttps://www.facebook.com/groups/669456900799583

Today – we’re revisiting a talk about holiday cheer, as Sun writer Kevin Simpson chats with the Colorado woman behind thousands of visits with that jolly old elf, Santa Claus.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A new biography takes an intimate look at how Carol King reshaped American music, overcame personal struggles and left an undeniable mark on generations of fans and artists. 

Blog page for this episode: https://missamberrenee.com/the-woman-behind-the-movement/ This episode of Eros Money Power isn't about your brand, your offers, or your strategy. It's about you. The woman behind the movement. The woman at the center of the movement. The one carrying the bigger vision and deeper mission. The one holding the weight, the contradictions, the responsibility, the desire for more. The one feeling the inevitable calling for more. For deeper. The one whose depth, eros, and leadership can't actually be expressed in shallow rooms. Movements don't rise and become recognizable because of clever marketing. They rise because a woman becomes powerful enough to hold her movement...and lets her movement, her power, her eros move her, lead her, guide her. In this episode, we explore what it takes to move from running a business or leading something bigger and deeper than you…to being the woman the movement organizes itself around. And why women like you don't need more information or strategy to scale or deepen your movement...you need rooms that can hold your nervous system, your eros, your power, and your truth. Everything that's at the center and core of your movement. You need rooms that are built for your movement to move through you from within.

Meet Dame Doria Cordova, the hidden force behind Robert Kiyosaki & Tony Robbins wealth, leverage, and mindset frameworks that shaped two of the most influential financial teachers of our time. Doria Cordova shares the origin of Money & You, the blueprint that trained thousands of entrepreneurs globally, the power leverage, niches, synergy, and solving big problems. If you've ever wondered where the Rich Dad philosophy came from or how to think like the people who built it this conversation will change how you approach business, money, and success.Read Doria's Book, Money & You: https://a.co/d/j3EOnqALearn More About BetterWealth: https://betterwealth.com0:00 - Intro 3:01 - Who is Doria Cordova? What is Money and You?4:27 - Working with Robert Kiyosaki & Tony Robbins12:04 - Why Aren't You More Famous?13:58 - What is the Money and You Framework?15:25 - Leverage & Collaboration are the Key25:05 - Collaboration Over Competition 27:08 - Solving Major Problems 39:11 - The Three Stages of Money43:58 - Good Leverage in Business 49:43 - How to Avoid Bad Leverage in Business52:20 - Favorite Takeaways from Money & You====================DISCLAIMER: https://bttr.ly/aapolicy*This video is for entertainment purposes only and is not financial or legal advice.Financial Advice Disclaimer: All content on this channel is for education, discussion, and illustrative purposes only and should not be construed as professional financial advice or recommendation. Should you need such advice, consult a licensed financial or tax advisor. No guarantee is given regarding the accuracy of the information on this channel. Neither host nor guests can be held responsible for any direct or incidental loss incurred by applying any of the information offered.

Send us a textWe trace the “domino decision” that turned corporate burnout into a calling and show how timing, not tricks, drives real tax savings. Dominique Molina joins us to reveal practical ways to choose your tax rate and stack permanent advantages without gimmicks.• Why timing beats complexity in tax strategy• Permanent savings versus simple deferrals• When to accelerate income or delay deductions• Prep and planning collaboration to avoid waste• Real estate developer opportunities with CCM• How to vet claims, court history and oversight• Designing plans around cash flow and financing• Whole‑picture planning across crypto, real estate, business• Typical savings ranges and when fees are worth it• FAQs on credentials, structures, and thresholdscertifiedtaxplanners.com — whether you are a taxpayer seeking help or a tax advisor ready to level up, explore resources and get matched to a licensed plannertaxplanningchecklist.com — get an introductory course into tax planningprosperocpa.com/opportunity-report — get a free opportunity report and a custom video on what may be possible for you

Alpha Warrior sits down with Kaity, “Defender of the Republic,” for her most personal and unfiltered interview yet, tracing her journey from a tough childhood in Brooklyn and the Bronx to becoming one of the most recognizable patriot voices online. Kaity opens up about surviving dangerous neighborhoods, battling a teacher who said she'd “never amount to anything,” navigating early adulthood, enduring traumatic medical experiences, and rebuilding herself through grit, humor, and a relentless work ethic. She and Alpha dive into motherhood, vaccine regret, COVID-era awakenings, the media's role in destroying friendships, and how her viral videos were born from heartbreak and conviction. Kaity shares her love of sales, self-reliance, patriotism, accountability, and the mission that fuels her daily: protecting America and empowering others to fight deception. The conversation moves through emotional stories, comedy, family memories, patriot philosophy, and even flat-earth debates, before ending with a rapid-fire round that reveals her quirks, courage, and heart. A raw, inspiring, deeply human episode.

In this episode, Laura speaks with three-time stage-four cancer survivor Paloma Soledad, the creator of Luxcare Clothing—chemical-free, Sun-safe, adaptive, and sustainably made pieces designed for women in cancer treatment and recovery. Paloma shares her story of immunotherapy, lymphedema, and living in a post-cancer body, and how her background in fashion led her to create clothing that honors both comfort and beauty.   Topics include: • How cancer inspired her slow-fashion brand • The hidden chemicals in fabrics and why they matter for survivors • UPF 50+ fabrics and sun safety during treatment • The emotional impact of clothing during recovery • Meditation, healing, and living fully after cancer   Listen now + shop Luxcare Clothing: Website: https://www.luxcare-clothing.com/   Instagram https://www.instagram.com/luxcareclothing/   YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@luxcareclothing   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LuxCareClothing   Let's Connect! If this episode helped you breathe a little easier, please share it with a friend or leave a review. Every share helps spread this message of hope, healing, and whole-person wellness.

It takes seconds for an A.I. chatbot to give you an answer – but many manhours went into getting you there. Varsha Bansal, tech reporter for The Guardian, joins host Krys Boyd to discuss the grueling work of training A.I. to give answers that are fact checked and meet safety guidelines, and why, when it seems our future is digital, humans are still very much needed behind the scenes. Her article is “How thousands of overworked underpaid humans train Google's AI to seem smart.” Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

A platinum beauty with an ugly secret; a tall, dark, and handsome husband with murder in his eyes; starkly lit interiors that may or may not include the silhouette of a rotund British gentleman…. This may sound like a catalog of images from the films of Alfred Hitchcock, but it is just as much an encapsulation of the works of Joan Harrison, a studio-era producer, a prolific cinematic storyteller, and a pioneer of female-centered suspense media at mid-century. Harrison remains best known as Alfred Hitchcock's right-hand woman—that is, to the extent that she is known at all. Christina Lane has written the first-ever book dedicated to the life and art of Joan Harrison, entitled Phantom Lady: Hollywood Producer Joan Harrison, The Forgotten Woman Behind Hitchcock (Chicago Review Press, February 2020). Born into a middle-class family in Surrey, Harrison took a secretarial job with Alfred Hitchcock as an aimless twenty-something, only to become a producer on films including Foreign Correspondent (1940), Rebecca (1940), and Suspicion (1941). In the 1940s, Harrison branched out, building a solo career producing movies for RKO and Universal Studios, only to return to the Hitchcock fold to run TV's Alfred Hitchcock Presents (1955-1962). In this discussion, Lane shares how she uncovered this obscure history, placing this “phantom lady” at the center of her own story. She also discusses the trajectory of Harrison's career and how she adapted her research for a broader readership. Christina Lane is Professor in the Cinematic Arts Department at the University of Miami and Edgar®-Award winning author of Phantom Lady: Joan Harrison, the Forgotten Woman Behind Hitchcock. She provides commentary for such outlets as the Daily Mail, CrimeReads and AirMail, and has been a featured guest speaker at the Film Forum, and on NPR and Turner Classic Movies. Annie Berke is the Film Editor at the Los Angeles Review of Books and author of Their Own Best Creations: Women Writers in Postwar Television (University of California Press, 2022). Her scholarship and criticism has been published in Feminist Media Histories, Public Books, Literary Hub, and Ms. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

A platinum beauty with an ugly secret; a tall, dark, and handsome husband with murder in his eyes; starkly lit interiors that may or may not include the silhouette of a rotund British gentleman…. This may sound like a catalog of images from the films of Alfred Hitchcock, but it is just as much an encapsulation of the works of Joan Harrison, a studio-era producer, a prolific cinematic storyteller, and a pioneer of female-centered suspense media at mid-century. Harrison remains best known as Alfred Hitchcock's right-hand woman—that is, to the extent that she is known at all. Christina Lane has written the first-ever book dedicated to the life and art of Joan Harrison, entitled Phantom Lady: Hollywood Producer Joan Harrison, The Forgotten Woman Behind Hitchcock (Chicago Review Press, February 2020). Born into a middle-class family in Surrey, Harrison took a secretarial job with Alfred Hitchcock as an aimless twenty-something, only to become a producer on films including Foreign Correspondent (1940), Rebecca (1940), and Suspicion (1941). In the 1940s, Harrison branched out, building a solo career producing movies for RKO and Universal Studios, only to return to the Hitchcock fold to run TV's Alfred Hitchcock Presents (1955-1962). In this discussion, Lane shares how she uncovered this obscure history, placing this “phantom lady” at the center of her own story. She also discusses the trajectory of Harrison's career and how she adapted her research for a broader readership. Christina Lane is Professor in the Cinematic Arts Department at the University of Miami and Edgar®-Award winning author of Phantom Lady: Joan Harrison, the Forgotten Woman Behind Hitchcock. She provides commentary for such outlets as the Daily Mail, CrimeReads and AirMail, and has been a featured guest speaker at the Film Forum, and on NPR and Turner Classic Movies. Annie Berke is the Film Editor at the Los Angeles Review of Books and author of Their Own Best Creations: Women Writers in Postwar Television (University of California Press, 2022). Her scholarship and criticism has been published in Feminist Media Histories, Public Books, Literary Hub, and Ms. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/performing-arts

A platinum beauty with an ugly secret; a tall, dark, and handsome husband with murder in his eyes; starkly lit interiors that may or may not include the silhouette of a rotund British gentleman…. This may sound like a catalog of images from the films of Alfred Hitchcock, but it is just as much an encapsulation of the works of Joan Harrison, a studio-era producer, a prolific cinematic storyteller, and a pioneer of female-centered suspense media at mid-century. Harrison remains best known as Alfred Hitchcock's right-hand woman—that is, to the extent that she is known at all. Christina Lane has written the first-ever book dedicated to the life and art of Joan Harrison, entitled Phantom Lady: Hollywood Producer Joan Harrison, The Forgotten Woman Behind Hitchcock (Chicago Review Press, February 2020). Born into a middle-class family in Surrey, Harrison took a secretarial job with Alfred Hitchcock as an aimless twenty-something, only to become a producer on films including Foreign Correspondent (1940), Rebecca (1940), and Suspicion (1941). In the 1940s, Harrison branched out, building a solo career producing movies for RKO and Universal Studios, only to return to the Hitchcock fold to run TV's Alfred Hitchcock Presents (1955-1962). In this discussion, Lane shares how she uncovered this obscure history, placing this “phantom lady” at the center of her own story. She also discusses the trajectory of Harrison's career and how she adapted her research for a broader readership. Christina Lane is Professor in the Cinematic Arts Department at the University of Miami and Edgar®-Award winning author of Phantom Lady: Joan Harrison, the Forgotten Woman Behind Hitchcock. She provides commentary for such outlets as the Daily Mail, CrimeReads and AirMail, and has been a featured guest speaker at the Film Forum, and on NPR and Turner Classic Movies. Annie Berke is the Film Editor at the Los Angeles Review of Books and author of Their Own Best Creations: Women Writers in Postwar Television (University of California Press, 2022). Her scholarship and criticism has been published in Feminist Media Histories, Public Books, Literary Hub, and Ms. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/biography

A platinum beauty with an ugly secret; a tall, dark, and handsome husband with murder in his eyes; starkly lit interiors that may or may not include the silhouette of a rotund British gentleman…. This may sound like a catalog of images from the films of Alfred Hitchcock, but it is just as much an encapsulation of the works of Joan Harrison, a studio-era producer, a prolific cinematic storyteller, and a pioneer of female-centered suspense media at mid-century. Harrison remains best known as Alfred Hitchcock's right-hand woman—that is, to the extent that she is known at all. Christina Lane has written the first-ever book dedicated to the life and art of Joan Harrison, entitled Phantom Lady: Hollywood Producer Joan Harrison, The Forgotten Woman Behind Hitchcock (Chicago Review Press, February 2020). Born into a middle-class family in Surrey, Harrison took a secretarial job with Alfred Hitchcock as an aimless twenty-something, only to become a producer on films including Foreign Correspondent (1940), Rebecca (1940), and Suspicion (1941). In the 1940s, Harrison branched out, building a solo career producing movies for RKO and Universal Studios, only to return to the Hitchcock fold to run TV's Alfred Hitchcock Presents (1955-1962). In this discussion, Lane shares how she uncovered this obscure history, placing this “phantom lady” at the center of her own story. She also discusses the trajectory of Harrison's career and how she adapted her research for a broader readership. Christina Lane is Professor in the Cinematic Arts Department at the University of Miami and Edgar®-Award winning author of Phantom Lady: Joan Harrison, the Forgotten Woman Behind Hitchcock. She provides commentary for such outlets as the Daily Mail, CrimeReads and AirMail, and has been a featured guest speaker at the Film Forum, and on NPR and Turner Classic Movies. Annie Berke is the Film Editor at the Los Angeles Review of Books and author of Their Own Best Creations: Women Writers in Postwar Television (University of California Press, 2022). Her scholarship and criticism has been published in Feminist Media Histories, Public Books, Literary Hub, and Ms. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/american-studies

This week, Caroline sits down with the incredible Hilaria Baldwin — a woman who has mastered the art of doing it all. From raising seven children to building her own identity in the public eye, Hilaria opens up about the beauty and the madness of balancing family, career, and self.They talk about leaning into what people want, staying true to yourself when the world is watching, and how many women lose their identity when they get married — especially when they step into someone else's spotlight.Hilaria shares how she's learned to keep her sense of self, even while managing a family, filming projects, and holding it all together with grace, humor, and resilience. It's raw, inspiring, and a reminder that women don't have to choose — they can be mothers, partners, and powerhouses all at once.Thank you for listening!!

Melanie Perkins is CEO and co-founder of Canva, currently valued at over $42 billion, generating over $3 billion in annual revenue, with more than 240 million monthly active users and, incredibly, eight consecutive years of profitability. But the journey was far from smooth. Melanie was rejected by over 100 investors during her first fundraising round, her team spent two years without being able to ship a new feature during a technical rewrite, and the company pivoted early from a yearbook publishing platform to become the design powerhouse it is today. Through it all, she maintained what she calls “column B” thinking: building toward a dream future rather than just using the bricks around you.We discuss:1. How “column B” thinking helped Melanie build Canva, by starting with an impossible vision rather than existing constraints2. The power of setting “crazy big goals”3. How Canva survived a painful two-year period without shipping any new features while rewriting their codebase4. How Melanie pushed through 100 investor rejections, and how she used each rejection to strengthen her pitch5. Canva's “two-step plan”: build one of the world's most valuable companies, then do the most good possible6. Melanie's vision for 2050 and why she believes imagination is the first step toward a better world—Brought to you by:Vanta—Automate compliance. Simplify security. https://vanta.com/lennyStripe—Helping companies of all sizes grow revenue: https://stripe.com/Justworks—The all-in-one HR solution for managing your small business with confidence: https://ad.doubleclick.net/ddm/trackclk/N9515.5688857LENNYSPODCAST/B33689522.424104489;dc_trk_aid=616485033;dc_trk_cid=237010502;dc_lat=;dc_rdid=;tag_for_child_directed_treatment=;tfua=;gdpr=$—Transcript: ⁠https://www.lennysnewsletter.com/p/the-making-of-canva⁠⁠—My biggest takeaways (for paid newsletter subscribers): https://www.lennysnewsletter.com/i/176082995/my-biggest-takeaways-from-this-conversation—Where to find Melanie Perkins:• X: https://x.com/melaniecanva• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/melanieperkins/—Where to find Lenny:• Newsletter: https://www.lennysnewsletter.com• X: https://twitter.com/lennysan• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lennyrachitsky/—In this episode, we cover:(00:00) Introduction to Melanie Perkins and Canva(04:44) Building a “column B” company(06:36) Operationalizing big visions(13:13) Crazy big goals and celebrations(22:00) Challenges and setbacks in Canva's journey(26:30) Fundraising and investor rejections(29:36) Leadership and growth lessons(34:38) Canva's goal-driven structure(35:46) Balancing work and personal life(38:02) Community-driven product development(40:37) The two-step plan for global impact(45:04) Canva's biggest launch yet(48:10) How Canva approaches product expansion(52:37) AI integration in Canva(53:56) AI corner(55:22) Melanie's vision for 2050 and beyond(01:00:07) Lightning round and final thoughts—Referenced:• Canva: https://www.canva.com/• Brian Chesky's new playbook: https://www.lennysnewsletter.com/p/brian-cheskys-contrarian-approach• Building high-performing teams | Melissa Tan (Webflow, Dropbox, Canva): https://www.lennysnewsletter.com/p/building-high-performing-teams-melissa• UserTesting: https://www.usertesting.com/• Figma: https://www.figma.com/• Adobe: https://www.adobe.com/• Calm: https://www.calm.com/• Gandhi's quote about happiness: https://www.brainyquote.com/quotes/mahatma_gandhi_105593• Help us improve Canva: https://www.canva.com/help/get-in-touch/general-feedback/—Recommended books:• Creativity, Inc.: Overcoming the Unseen Forces That Stand in the Way of True Inspiration: https://www.amazon.com/Creativity-Inc-Expanded-Overcoming-Inspiration/dp/0593594649/• The Lean Startup: How Today's Entrepreneurs Use Continuous Innovation to Create Radically Successful Businesses: https://www.amazon.com/Lean-Startup-Entrepreneurs-Continuous-Innovation/dp/0307887898/• The Power of Moments: Why Certain Experiences Have Extraordinary Impact: https://www.amazon.com/Power-Moments-Certain-Experiences-Extraordinary/dp/1501147765• Designing the Obvious: A Common Sense Approach to Web and Mobile Application Design: https://www.amazon.com/Designing-Obvious-Common-Approach-Application/dp/0321749855—Production and marketing by https://penname.co/. For inquiries about sponsoring the podcast, email podcast@lennyrachitsky.com.Lenny may be an investor in the companies discussed. To hear more, visit www.lennysnewsletter.com

This week on The Bubble Lounge, we're celebrating seven incredible years of storytelling, laughter, and community—and we couldn't think of a better guest to mark the occasion than Iris Midler, founder of Chefs for Farmers. Iris embodies everything this show stands for: passion, resilience, and making a difference right here in Dallas. In this episode, she opens up about what it's like balancing motherhood, a family emergency, and one of the biggest food festivals in the city—all in the same week. It's raw, real, and deeply relatable for anyone who's ever tried to “do it all” while keeping a smile on their face.From a simple idea to connect chefs with local farmers to a nationally recognized culinary celebration, Chefs for Farmers has become a can't-miss Dallas event—and it's happening this weekend! Iris shares the story behind the festival, the grit it takes to pull it off, and why championing local food and community is her mission. Whether you're a foodie, a mom, or just someone who loves a good success story, this episode will leave you inspired (and hungry). Grab your tickets, grab your headphones, and join us for a delicious dose of heart and hustle!This episode is sponsored by: Cambridge Caregivers Kathy L Wall State Farm Agency | Mother Modern Plumbing | SA Oral Surgeons | Please show your support for the show by visiting our amazing sponsors.

On this day in Tudor history, 17 October 1592, Frances Brooke, Lady Cobham died and was buried at Cobham in Kent. You may already know her face: she appears in the famous Cobham Family Portrait of 1567, that beautiful Elizabethan painting capturing an entire household, from Frances and her husband to six of their children. I'm historian and author Claire Ridgway, and in today's episode I'll introduce you to the woman behind the portrait: a loyal attendant who moved through the very heart of Elizabeth I's court. Frances served as Mistress of the Robes and Lady of the Bedchamber, rose high, briefly fell after her husband's involvement in the Ridolfi Plot, and was later restored to favour. Her story is one of quiet endurance, family alliances, and a life spent in the Queen's shadow, from Cobham Hall to the privy chamber itself. Like, subscribe, and ring the bell for more daily Tudor history, and tell me in the comments: Do you love the Cobham Family Portrait as much as I do? Link to portrait - https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/5/5f/William_Brooke%2C_10th_Baron_Cobham_and_family.jpg   #TudorHistory #OnThisDay #ElizabethI #FrancesBrooke #LadyCobham #CobhamHall #TudorCourt #BessOfHardwick #TudorWomen #16thCentury #WomensHistory  

This week, we chat with Katie Stanton!Katie is the Founder and General Partner of Moxxie Ventures. Katie is an investor, operator, board member, and proud mom of three kids and two “poorly-trained” dogs. She has built her career leading teams at Yahoo, Google, Twitter, and Color, and also served in the Obama White House and Clinton State Department.As Founder and Managing Partner of Moxxie Ventures, Katie backs entrepreneurs tackling hard problems that improve life, work, and the planet. She was also a Founding Partner of #Angels and has invested in over 50 early-stage companies including Airtable, Coinbase, Cameo, Carta, and Modern Fertility.Katie currently serves on the Boards of Vivendi and Yahoo and previously served on the Board of Time Inc. Her career has been defined by a commitment to brilliant people, bold ideas, and building a better future.✨ This episode is presented by Brex.Brex: brex.com/trailblazerspodThis episode is supported by Gusto, OpenPhone & Athena.Gusto: gusto.com/trailblazersQuo: Quo.com/trailblazersAthena: athenago.me/Erica-WengerFollow Us!Katie Stanton: @katies@thetrailblazerspod: Instagram, YouTube, TikTokErica Wenger: @erica_wenger

Meet Jane Bertch, a Chicagoan who has called Paris home since 2005. She started her life here as a banker, but made the unusual pivot to running a cooking class (which is now the hugely popular La Cuisine Paris). And now, she has written a memoir about it all: The French Ingredient.  She joined me in the studio to talk about the book, how to make a croissant, and even how to make a croissant class (plus a whole lot more).  Follow La Cuisine on Instagram and follow Jane herself here. Book a cooking class at La Cuisine in Paris And follow the La Cuisine newsletter  And of course, find the book: The French Ingredient The music in this episode is from Pres Maxson, his take on the classic Sous le ciel de Paris. *********** The Earful Tower exists thanks to support from its members. From $10 a month you can unlock almost endless extras including bonus podcast episodes, live video replays, special event invites, and our annually updated PDF guide to Paris.  Membership takes only a minute to set up on Patreon, or Substack. Thank you for keeping this channel independent.  For more from the Earful Tower, here are some handy links: Website  Weekly newsletter  Walking Tours

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From Social Security and the minimum wage to exit signs and fire escapes, Frances Perkins transformed how people in the U.S. lived and worked. Today on the show: how a middle class do-gooder became one of the savviest and most powerful people in American politics — and built the social safety net we have today.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy