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From intimate community to transformational business movement, She Leads Live is where women entrepreneurs step into their full power and scale with intention.I am thrilled to welcome you back and to finally share everything we have planned for She Leads Live in New York City on November 6–7. This is not another overwhelming mega-conference. It is a curated, deeply connected environment designed for serious women entrepreneurs who are ready to expand their vision, their revenue, and their global reach. From the moment you arrive, every detail is crafted to support your growth as both a leader and a founder.We kick things off Thursday at the stunning M.M.LaFleur Bryant Park Showroom for a high-quality networking session complete with a special $50 credit toward their incredible professional women's clothing. For our VIP guests, the evening continues inside a multi-million-dollar Manhattan property staged by Cheryl Eisen of IMG New York City, featuring poet Janna Willoughby-Lohr and an investing panel focused on unlocking capital for women-owned businesses.Friday is our full conference day at the Renaissance Marriott Chelsea Hotel, beginning with networking and vendors at 8:15 AM. You will hear from remarkable experts including Carol Frazier on dance as a high-performance tool, Dr. Sharon Melnick on AI and personal power, media leaders from Forbes Women on how to pitch your story, and entrepreneurs redefining leadership, digital presence, impact, and global expansion. These are high-value conversations that connect directly to the realities of running, scaling, and sustaining a business today.What sets She Leads Live apart is not just the content, it is the environment. Women walk away with real deals, new partnerships, expanded confidence, and extraordinary momentum. This is your invitation to invest in yourself, make strategic connections, and step boldly into what comes next.Join me for She Leads Live in NYC. I cannot wait to welcome you into the room!Chapters 

Everyone knows the story of Bonnie and Clyde—but few know the woman who was there beside them: Blanche Barrow. Married to Buck Barrow, Clyde's older brother, Blanche found herself swept into the Barrow Gang's whirlwind of crime, chaos, and tragedy during the Great Depression. In this episode, we explore Blanche's journey from a preacher's daughter to a reluctant fugitive, tracing how love and loyalty pulled her into one of America's most infamous crime sprees. Discover how her time with Bonnie and Clyde shaped her fate—and how she fought to reclaim her life after the guns went silent. Follow us on IG: @homance_chronicles Connect with us: linktr.ee/homance Send us a Hoe of History request: homancepodcast@gmail.com

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In this special episode of AI and the Future of Work, host Dan Turchin explores one of the most ambitious and debated frontiers in technology: Artificial General Intelligence (AGI).What is AGI? How close are we to creating machines that truly think, reason, and learn like humans? And what will that mean for the future of work, creativity, and ethics?This compilation episode revisits insights from three leading thinkers who have spent years defining, debating, and developing the next generation of intelligent systems.Featuring Guests

BIO: Sandra Van OpstalEXECUTIVE DIRECTOR AND CO-FOUNDER OF CHASING JUSTICESandra Maria Van Opstal, a second-generation Latina, is Co-Founder and Executive Director of Chasing Justice, a movement led by people of color to mobilize a lifestyle of faith and justice . She is an international speaker, author, and activist, recognized for her courageous work in pursuing justice and disrupting oppressive systems within the church. As a global prophetic voice and an active community member on the west-side of Chicago, Sandra's initiatives in holistic justice equip communities around the world to practice biblical solidarity and mutuality within various social and cultural locations.https://chasingjustice.com/sandra-van-opstal/ Giving in Chicago: https://newlifecenters.org/ Ordg to follow in chicagohttps://www.icirr.org/ Tshirt https://secure.qgiv.com/for/peoplearenotillegalt-shirt/Danielle (00:09):good afternoon, y'all. I have a second video coming to you from my dear friend and colleague in Chicago, Humboldt Park area, a faith leader there that collaborates with the different faith communities in the area. And she's going to talk about some ways she's personally affected by what's happening by the invasion there and how you can think about things, how you might get involved. I hope you'll join me in this conversation and honor yourself. Stay curious, honor, humanity, get involved. Take collective action. Talk to your own neighbor. Let's start caring really well for one another.Oh wow. Sandra, you know me. This is Jenny McGrath. This is my colleague. She's a bible nut. She wrote out the Bible How many times?Like scripture nut and a researcher, a therapist and purity culture, kind of like Survivor, but did a lot of work with women around that. And we talk a lot about race and current events. And I restarted my podcast and I asked Jenny if she'd want to join me. She has a great love for justice and humans and making a difference. So that's kind of how Jenny joined up with me. Right. Anything else you want to say?Sandra, I saw your post on social media and I was like, I could do that. I could contribute to that. And so that's what I'm here to do. Want to hear about your experience. What does resilience look like for you all over there? What do you need from us? How can we be a part of what's happening in Chicago from wherever we are? And if there's practical needs or things you want to share here, we can also send those out.Yeah. Can you tell us a little bit about who you are, what you do, where you're located in Chicago, and just a little bit even about your family, if you're willing?Sandra (01:40):Yeah, sure. So it's great to be with you guys. I'm Sandra Van Opal and I'm here on the west side of Chicago in a neighborhood called Humble Park. It's if you see in the news with all that's happening, it's the humble Hermosa, Avondale kind of zone of the ice crackdown. Well, let's not call it a crackdown. The ice invasion(02:06):Here in Chicago. I am the daughter of immigrants, so my mom is from Columbia. My father was from Argentina. They came to live in Chicago when they were in their twenties and thirties. They met in English class, so they were taking TOEFL exams, which is an exam you take in order to enter into college and schooling here in the US to show your language proficiency. And so they met learning English and the rest is history. I grew up here. I've lived here my whole life. I'm raising my family here. I'm married. I have two kids that just turned 11, so they're in fifth grade and sixth grade. And the school that they go to is a primarily immigrant school immersion, Spanish immersion. So it's a school where you take classes basically 90% in Spanish when you start and you move every year a little bit more English until you graduate when you're 50 50.(03:03):And so the school context they've been in has been receiving a lot of new neighbors, a lot of new classmates. And for that reason, actually most of their classes are still almost fully in Spanish, so they should probably be 60 40 right now. But I think a lot of their curriculum is still in Spanish, or the children have the option of having the math book in Spanish or English if they want it. If they're supposed to be English Spanish, or sorry, English math this year, then they might choose to have a Spanish book even if the instruction is in English. So that's the context I live in. I am here. I live in a home. I have chickens and a garden, and I love to be outside watching my neighbors and connecting with people. And we have a black club in our community, so a lot of our information that we're sharing with each other is through our email list and our signal group. Yeah. Oh, also what I do, I run an organization called Chasing Justice, which is focused on the intersection of faith and making the world a better place. And I am a local pastor and author on issues of worship and justice. So that's my function in this world.Danielle (04:31):I think we talk about what's happening in one sense, it seems like social media and other ways like Zoom, we're on a screen with Zoom and we're all in three different locations right now. We think of ourselves as really connected. But then when tragedy strikes or trauma or an invasion, for instance, strikes, we're connected, but it seems like we're also disconnected from one another and the practical needs and storytelling on the ground, and what does resilience look like for one person versus another? Or what does survival versus thriving look like for one person versus another? And how do we kind of join together and form a collective bond in that? I've been thinking a lot about that after I read your post Sandra on Instagram and what does that mean for me? And just as I'm talking, what does that mean for you or what are thoughts that come to mind for you?Sandra (05:27):Yeah, I am think I remember what posts you're referring to, but I think part of it is whenever something happens in our world, I believe that because of the highly digitally connected world that we're in, it feels like we are all supposed to say something. That's how we respond. Something happens and we all go, that's not right, which I think is good, we should say that, but I think the frustration, I'm sure people in LA and DC felt that, but it's like something is happening in your real life every day to your neighbors and everybody all around the country is commenting on it and commenting with such confidence and commenting with such expertise, and you're like, wait a minute. That's not how I would say that. And I think the reason that maybe that post came up for me as a kind of, it was less frustration and more sorrow, I think it felt more, more sorrow that the people that are most impacted by the issues are not the ones that are given the voice to talk about how those systems of oppression are impacting them. And I think the reason I think about things like that is I remember when I first started pastoring locally here. I mean, I had been working for a parachurch organization doing national and international work. I really felt like it was time for me to become a local pastor to understand, hey, if I'm going to be writing to pastors and speaking to pastors and challenging pastors, I should probably know what it's like to be one. And so I was supposed to be a five year stint, which ended up being 12 years pastoring locally.(07:08):And in my discussions with my staff team, I would often have one of them very respectfully, I was the executive pastors in a community with hierarchy. So they would very respectfully say, Hey, your friends that are out there blogging and writing articles and books, they're talking about stuff in ways we would never talk about it. They're talking about it in a tone that we would never use to talk about our situation and with words we would never use to describe our situation. And it's not that my friends maybe didn't have a perspective, it's that it didn't reflect their perspective. And so I think I became very sensitive to that, paying attention to, oh, how do expert justice people talk about issues of justice versus the people that are most impacted by those issues of injustice? Or how do people from within a community express their journey in ways that maybe even have a different tone than mostly anger that was coming out from the justice space?(08:10):And they're like, we wouldn't say it that way. We wouldn't talk about it that way. So I think because of that, it's really important when something happens in a local space and it is impacting us all nationally, national news, that we ask the question, how can I hear the voices of the people that this is most impacting? And so that's why I think I wrote that post. I was like, A lot of y'all have a lot to say about Chicago who don't live here and thank you, but no thank you. Invite us to talk for ourselves, invite us to speak for ourselves because there are local pastors and priests and imams and mental health providers who are experiencing this in a very real way that they probably could shed some light on what would be helpful to us. I called a bunch of friends in Los Angeles when things were happening there, and I was like, oh, how are you guys doing?(09:05):What's really happening? How can we help? If you don't have time to reply back, just know that I'm here praying for you, and I'm like with you and I'm sending money to the orgs. I see you posting and don't know what else to do. Obviously, the ice raids are impacting all of us across the country, but they're impacting each city in very different ways. Each city is a very different city with a very different ethos and a way of handling things. And as you guys know, Chicago is the best. I'm so proud of us right now. I'm so proud of us. We're like, no, you can't talk to us like that. No, you can't have our streets. But it also gets us into trouble because it's rooted in our philosophy of community organizing, though the linsky method, which is agitation, agitation, agitation. So we have stuff to learn too. But that's what you're seeing in Chicago is a lot of agitation. But yeah, that's why I wrote it. I wrote it like, I know 20 community leaders you could talk to here in Chicago that would give you a good idea of what we're experiencing and what would be best for us if you wanted to come alongside of us and help in prayer. So yeah.Jenny (10:27):Yeah, I think just a sense of wanting to hear more, whatever you feel. Well, and whatever feels safe to share in this podcast setting of just what it has been like for you to be on the ground in the community that you're in, in the roles that you're in with the family you're in. I just find myself curious about your experience.Sandra (10:52):Yeah. Okay. So I think about this in three different areas. One is, how is this impacting me as a parent, the other in my family and connected to family members. The other one is how is this impacting me as a neighbor? And then the other is, how is this impacting me as a civic leader, as a faith leader here? And so the hardest one has actually been, as a parent, if I could be honest with you, it's really been hard. Those of us that have raised kids, especially younger children or well all children, they each have their own season of development. But raising kids and being a village for children right now I think is really hard. They've gone through lockdown, George Floyd protests, watching multiple genocides, a war in Ukraine, and now this locally. And I believe in talking to your kids about what's happening and talking to them about it in ways that is appropriate for their age. So that has changed for me since my children were five when the pandemic started and now they're 11. That has changed for me what that looks like.(12:32):But there are many families, dozens of families in their school that have not returned since the ice raids have started. Their friends are missing from class. Ice has repeatedly been around their school. Ice has been on our corner where we grocery shop, get tacos, go to therapy. My son asked me the other day, will they throw me on the ground? If they see me, will they throw me on the ground? And this is one of my sons already struggles a lot with anxiety and he has anxiety, and he's also a black child. And so he's already been processing being black in the context of law enforcement in our city and what's happened. And so I think he kind of went through that season and he's like, so will they throw me on the ground if they see me? And I'm like, no, buddy. They're not going to. Hopefully there's enough cameras around that they'll throw you on the ground.(13:42):And so I think trying to figure out how to answer those kinds of questions. How can we think about our friends? How can we pray for our friends? We've done a lot more prayer in the 15 minute commutes to and from school, I think just for very specific needs that our neighbors are going through. And neighbor that I live in close proximity to the other day was running an errand and was detained by ice and was let go on the spot in the parking lot of the Home Depot, but its someone our kids know really well and helping them to process that. Their friend, a neighbor has gone through this, I think requires a different set of parenting skills and I believe are in most parenting books.(14:48):And so I find myself almost, man, I wish there was a resource for that man. I wish there was a place to talk about that. Let me talk to my neighbor about how they talk to their kids about that. And for those of us that come from Latino cultures, we don't really talk about hard things a lot. We're not really taught to talk about them. It's like we endure them and we go through them, but we don't give them space for processing. And so both of my children are in therapy. I don't know what they talk about in therapy, probably girls and love interests and bullying and all the rest of the things that kids talk about, but I think they probably unpack some of what they're going through with their friends. They are also wanting to make a difference. So we're trying to figure out what does that look for them to make things good in the community they live in.(15:42):So that's the first area is parenting. I don't know if you guys have anything to add advice to give me on that, but I think the hardest thing for me is what do we do with our children? What do we do with a generation that is growing up, watching their government step over so many boundaries, doing things that are completely illegal or unethical or dangerous for our society and feeling like, Hey, we're living in a time, I know a lot of people posted the quote from Ann Frank talking about what was happening in their streets. And I'm like, yeah, my kids are watching that. And I don't know how they're processing it or where they see their faith in the midst of that. I mean, luckily we have an amazing church. We talk about stuff like that all the time. So I mean, yeah, the mayor goes to our church and the pastor's an amazing person, and we have lots of civic leaders and law enforcement in our church. So I think they're watching, they're able to have some mentorship in that area, I think because spoken about from the pulpit, but man, being little must be really hard right now.Danielle (17:09):Maybe we don't need to press too fast, even though we're in a podcast right now. I think it bears the weight of just a little bit of space to just hang with that comment. I have older kids than you. As recently, I told my 20-year-old son who we are not suffering yet, the street raids. For some reason, Seattle hasn't been the focus point yet, but he did lose his federal aid and his Pell grants and everything for college this year. And so him and a lot of other kids had a significant do have a significant college tuition to make up. And we were talking about it and I was like, well, this will be the normal for you. This will be what's normal. This will be what's normal for our family. And my husband actually stepped in and said to me in a moment of despair and lament, because my son wants to be a music teacher.(18:21):He said to me, he's like, but you always tell me nothing's impossible. We can figure it out. And I was like, yeah, I do say that, but I don't believe it right now. He is like, well, he's like, I believe it right now. So I don't know what it looks like to come up with an extra for us. It's an extra $6,000, so we don't have the money yet, but what does it look like? But I think it goes back to that sense of finding some balance with our kids of what's real, what's not giving. What I hear for you, Sandra, and I'm kind of fumbling through my words, so maybe Jenny can step in, but offering our kids the validation of their reality that's so important in age appropriate and the different steps we're in the validation of reality. But I also find myself searching and grasping for where's the hope? Where are the strands of faith for our family? Where are the strands of hope searching for? Like you said, what are the practical actions your boys can do that also kind of I think plant seeds and generate hope in their hearts when we can step out and do actions?Sandra (19:43):Yeah. No, I think the hard part is I can't promise them things will get better. I can't promise them there's going to be an end to genocide in Palestine. I can't promise them. I keep telling everyone, when we pray at night and we talk about our days and stuff, and I just tell 'em, we, my husband and I tell 'em, and the only thing we can promise you is that God is with us. And I think the reality is when you've had proximity to our global siblings, that suffering didn't just start two Octobers ago or even for our own families. The suffering as my African brother once told me at a conference, he said, what do you mean when we suffer? Life is suffering and suffering is life. Or if we suffer, someone said, yeah, if we suffer, it's like some pretty from the west if we suffer.(20:35):It's like no, life is suffering and suffering is life. So I think part of it is we have within our story as people who follow the Jesus way, we have a story of people who have really always suffered. The story of scripture is a story of marginalized, persecuted, displaced people that are wandering in a land looking for home. And in those stories, you find God's presence with them. You find the worship of their creator. You find moments of joy, rhythms of feasting and fasting. You find all the traditions we do now that come out of the story of the people. So I can tell them, baby, I can only promise you that God is with us the same way that God was with, we go through the stories and the same way that God has always been with the black church in America, the same way that God has always been with our Latino community, the same way that God is with our siblings in Gaza, God is with us.(21:35):And so it doesn't take the pain away, but we can know that God is there. I try to teach my kids, lemme tell you, this is so bad parenting. Sorry, you can cut this out if you need to. But the other day we were praying for our country and I said, God, I just pray. Pray for Trump. I pray God, either you would change his heart or you would help him to go to sleep and just not wake up tomorrow. And then my son was like, I can't believe you prayed that prayer. Mom, I can't believe you said that. That's such a bad prayer. I was like, have you read the Psalms?(22:12):I was like, tonight, let's read a psalm. I'm going to read to you what David prayed for his enemies. And just because the Bible calls us to love our enemies and to see them as human does not mean we cannot pray that they will fall asleep. And so I said, I'm not saying I'm going to do anything bad. I know my phone's listening to me right now. I'm not saying I'm going to take matters into my own hands. I'm just saying I wouldn't be sad. That's all. And he's like, he just could not get over it because, and he just kept digging. Papa, Papa would never pray a prayer like that. He would never, I said, Papa hasn't read the Psalms. I read the Psalms. I know exactly what the Psalms say. And I was like, and the thing is because God is for good, because God is against evil and because God knows my heart, he knows God knows how much I love him, and I'm asking him to please take this evil away from our neighborhood.(23:04):Please take this evil away from our country. Please take this evil away. We're living in evil times, Terry. These are bad times. And this is not only a bad person. This is somebody that's raising up all of the badness to be allowed. And so I'm going to pray that prayer every day. And I know that you think it's not good, and I'm so sorry, but tonight we'll read the Psalms. Then that night we read some Psalms. I was like, see what David prays for his enemy. I said, and the thing is, God is there with us in our prayers. He's not like, what? I can't believe she cussed. I can't believe she said that bad. I can't believe she want to be friends with this guy that's too evil. And so I think part of it's processing faith with them. It's like, I don't know what kind of, let's just talk about Jesus and what he said. Let's talk about what the Bible models for us and prayer. Let's talk about It's okay to be mad. It's okay. It's okay to want evil to end. It doesn't mean we take things into our own hands, but it's okay to want the evil to end. And so those are the kinds of conversations where I go home, I'm like, okay, let me just look at my stuff. Is that wrong? Is that theologically correct? I called my husband. Do you think this is theologically okay? Am I mal forming our children? But I feel like it's an okay prayer, isn't it an okay prayer? Those are the kinds of things that are happening. I don't know,Jenny (24:37):I mean, I am not a theologian, but I think it's an okay prayer to pray. And I'm just thinking about, I've had two thoughts going through my mind, and one of course I couldn't and wouldn't want to put on some type of silver lining and be like, kids are going to be fine. They're resilient. And something that we say in the somatic trauma world a lot is that trauma isn't about an event. It's often about not having a safe place to go in the midst of or after an event. And what I just keep hearing is you making yourself available to be a safe place for your kids to process and reimagine what moving through this moment looks like. And also holding that in families that are being torn apart, that don't have those safe places to go in this moment. And I think part of what we're experiencing is this term, the boomerang of imperialism, as you said, these are not new things happening to families all over the world. And the ricochet of how we are now experiencing that in the heart of the empire, where I find my sense of hope is that that is the sign that the snake is eating its head and it will collapse. And I believe in rebirth and regrowth and hope that we can create a world that is different than a world that builds empires that do this to families. And as where my mind goes.Sandra (26:39):Yeah. And I think for ourselves, for our children, for in the work that I do with chasing justice with activists, it's like the only thing I can do, I'm not going to be able to change the world. The only thing I can do is change the little world that I'm in. So what can I do to make a difference and make things good in the world that I'm in? And so it boils down to very, very practical, tangible, embodied unfancy. Things like calling your neighbors and checking in on them to see if they need you to take their kids to school, finding out if everybody got home, okay. When there was a raid in a particular area, asking, or not even asking, but dropping food off for people and saying, Hey, we made a grocery room. We just thought we'd pick up some essentials for everybody.(27:27):Because part of it too is how do you do that without asking your, how do you help your neighbor without asking your neighbor their status? And that's not appropriate. And how do you help your neighbor without assuming they don't have money or making them feel like some kind of project? And so I think part of it is figuring out how to practice mutual aid in ways that are communal that just says, Hey, we picked up this. We figured this week we'd drop it off to five different families, and next week we'll do five other families. Who knows if they need it or not, but at least they know you're thinking of them. I think something you said about trauma, which I think is really important when you work in communities where you have communal, collective, complex generational trauma, which is we're just always living in this.(28:19):I have status, so I don't worry about leaving my home. I also am white. I'm a white Latina, so I'm not like, well, maybe they'll pull me over. Well, I don't know. But I know if I was browner my other family members that would definitely be like, please carry a copy of your passport and your ID at all times. But now I don't leave the house without, I used to leave the house with my keys and my phone, maybe a wallet. I don't know where a wallet is. Now I'm like, oh, I better have my ID on me(28:48):Mostly because if I intervene, I'm afraid if I get arrested, I won't have ID on me. But I think about all the ways that you have to leave the house differently now. And this is for people that they already felt vulnerable in their TPS, in their temporary protective status status or in their undocumented status or in their green card holder status or whatever status they had, that they already felt vulnerable in some way. And now if they don't go to work, their family doesn't eat, so they leave the house. But how do they leave the house? If you go to school every day and you're wondering if your parents are going to pick you up because now you're aware you have this emergency family plan, what does that feel like day in and day out, decade after decade to feel vulnerable? That kind of trauma is something I don't understand in my body, though I understand it as a concept.(29:47):It's the trauma of feeling vulnerable at all times of sending your kids out into the world. And because our US Supreme Court and because our government has decided it's okay to racially profile people, so I keep telling my mom, you better not be speaking Spanish at Target. She's bilingual. I'm like, please do not speak Spanish at Target. Do not open your mouth. And I would never have said that ever in the past, super proud of being a Latina and being bilingual, but I'm scared for my mom. And so I'm checking in on family members who have vulnerable status. I'm trying to find out if everybody's okay. So I think there are, it's like I told my husband the other day, and the car was like, can you imagine having this kind of fear day in and day out for decades at a time in a country and building a life?(30:44):And all of a sudden, many of our DACA recipients or young undocumented folks that are in college, all of a sudden they're not going to finish their degree. They're now in a country they don't even know. They didn't grow up there in a language they don't understand or their spouse is missing. And now they don't know if they're in Swatee, they don't know if they're in Mexico. They don't know where they are. And so I think that, I don't know that I fully understand what to do about that as a neighbor or as a pastor, but to say there must be something within the community like some gift or strength or accessing that helps them endure that kind of trauma when they cannot reach out for help.(31:44):My brother also told me the other day, he's an ER doctor. He's like, man, the county ER is so empty right now because people go to the county hospital for services when they don't have insurance. And many, many of them are Asian, south Asian, Latino, and African immigrants, and now they're not going or Ukrainian or Russian or whatever. So now it's emptiness and churches. Some of our churches are used to be 300 people now. There's like 40 people on a Sunday. So the reporting that I'm hearing from, whether it's the hospitals or just the stores, if you drive down our street, it's like empty nest. It is never empty. There's always people walking around on the street, whole family is going grocery shopping now. There's just nobody out. It's like a ghost town. Nobody's leaving unless they have to leave. And so it changes the feel of a community. It changes the environment. People that need access to healthcare aren't going for their follow-up appointments or their treatments because they're afraid to go to the hospital. People that would normally go to law enforcement if there's domestic violence or something happening, which already would feel very, very difficult to do, are unwilling to do it because they're afraid to leave and afraid to report to any law enforcement. Even in a sanctuary city.(33:18):I don't know what's happening to these families that aren't going to school. I'm assuming that the school has some kind of e-learning doing for them or some kind of packets they're making for the kids in the meantime while they're missing school. But there's all these things that daily rhythms of life that aren't happening. And so for many of us are like, I don't feel like going to church today. Oh, well, I feel like I'm many Sundays. I don't feel like going to church for other people, the privilege of attending worship in a congregational setting is something they'd love to have that they just can't access anymore. And so there's all these things that have changed about our daily reality that I don't know if we're going to fully understand how that's impacted us until years from now. We just don't see an end to it. We're not sure when this is going to end.Danielle (34:13):I have a flurry of thoughts going through my mind as you're speaking. One is when I did a consult with my analyst that I consult with, and we were talking about anxiety around different things with clients, and she was like, well, that's not anxiety, that's terror. And this person should feel terror because that's the reality.(34:45):That's not a pathology. So that's number one just in the therapy world, we don't want to pathologize people for feeling this terror in their bodies when that's actually the appropriate response. When immigration is sitting outside on your street, you should feel terror. Your body's giving you the appropriate warning signal. So I think about just even the shortcomings of Western psychological frameworks to address what's happening. We can't pathologize. It's not about prescribing enough medication. It's not about that. I do think you're right. I think there's some sense of, I've even felt it in my own body as you talk, a sense of, I'm going to engage what Sandra's saying and I'm also going to separate myself just enough in case that happens in Seattle so I can be just distant enough. So I got to get up, I got to eat. I got to feed my kids, I got to make sure everything's happening, got to go to work.(35:40):So I can almost feel it happening. As you describe it, we call it dissociation in psychology world, but in my analyst world, she would call it a psychic retreat, which I really like. Your psyche is kind of in a battle. You might come back from the front line to preserve yourself. And that's kind of how I think of the collective mentality a bit come back from the front lines in certain ways. So you could preserve, I need to eat, I need to sleep, I need to drink some water. I need to breathe air. So that's one thing I'm thinking about that's maybe collectively happening on multiple levels. The other thing I'm thinking about is if you're listening to this and you're in a body, even mine, a same as you, like a light-skinned Latina, white Latina, and our family has a lot of mixed identities and statuses, but if you're not in one of these situations, you can help mental health by going out and getting shit done.Sandra (36:50):Yes, absolutely. Get it done, get it done, get it done. It's like show up, put yourself. I think that's half the battle is how do we show up in spaces? I think white folks have to ask themselves. That's why all the protests, it's like, yes, it's diverse, but it's a whole lot of white people.The reason is because a lot of black folks, brown folks, vulnerable folks, we're not going to put ourselves in a position where we can have an encounter with law enforcement. So one of the things I have to say, talking about church, one of the things our pastor said the Sunday before, not the No Kings, but the immigration protest, it was like maybe a month ago, he said, listen, some of us should not be at that protest because we have a record, because we are prone to be maybe, what is it called? Oh my gosh, we're prone to be singled out by the police. We should not be there. We should pray. We should stay at home. We should host people when they come back and feed them. We should not be there. Others of us, we should be there. And you know who you are.(37:55):And so I think that's part of the discernment, which I think that's literally, it's half the conversations I'm having with people is should my children go to this protest? I fully intended to go to the No Kings protest with my full family, all of us. And I also saw these amazing alternatives like a rally for families and children. And so all these parks all over the city of Chicago, which again, were an amazing city, they had all these alternatives for if your child, someone in your family does not do crowds well, right? You're immunocompromised or you have anxiety, or I thought about, oh, maybe we shouldn't take my son to this protest. Maybe he's going to actually get an anxiety attack. Maybe we should go to this. So we had all those options till the very last minute we're decided to go to Kids Rally, but there were options for us to show up.(38:43):So when you can show up, show up if your neighborhood, there's a ton of activities in, I hope other cities are doing this too, but they're packing these little zines and these little whistles and they're telling people what to do. It's like, okay, now there's this Instagram blast about, oh, the ice is over here, and everyone shows up in their cars and they all honk their horn. You can show up in a neighborhood, honk your horn, you can blow a whistle. And we're fully intending to give away free whistles for every person that buys. The people are not a legal t-shirt for chasing justice. We're like, have a whistle. Get ready. If anything, even if you never blow that whistle, no ice in your town, you're trying to show people that I'm prepared. I'm prepared to raise my voice for you. I'm prepared to show up for you.(39:34):And so it ends up being maybe an artifact or a symbol of our willingness to ally if the time should come. But yeah, some of us, we have more privilege and showing up because I definitely have two lawyers in my speed dial right now because my husband knows that I'm prone to show up in spaces and say things that maybe will get me in trouble. So we had a meeting with a lawyer three weeks ago. He's like, please tell me what to do if my wife gets arrested or if something happens to a neighbor or he's just prepared our community block club emails and texts and signal threads. We have rapid response ready things that are rapid response. So it's like, Hey, where do you see something? I see this is the license plate. Here's a video. I saw just even informing people and praying alongside of one another.(40:29):So we have this group of pastors we gather called Pastors Rabbis and Imams called Faith Over Fear. And so in this group, someone posted like, look at Ice was heavily in our neighborhood. They said arrests that were made or the people that were detained. This is the situation, let people know. So we're just letting people know this is what's happening. Teaching people to use their phones to record everything and anything they can always being ready to show up. So I'm the type of neighbor that would anyway, if I would see law enforcement pulling over a young black or brown man, I would pull the car over and I would get out of my car and I would say, hi, I am Reverend Sandra and I'm here. I live down the street. I'm wondering if everything's okay. Here is everything. And the reason is just to show them that I'm watching. They said, no, everything's fine. I said, okay, I'm just going to sit in my car. Let me know if you need something because I'm letting them know that I'm watching.(41:37):And so I think part of it is the accountability of a community. And I love to see the walking school buses, the ride shares that parents are doing the grocery dropoffs because you can't stand in the food pantry line anymore. The GoFundMe's for particular legal fees, the trying to utilize your networks to find out if you can figure out what district or what holding location you, your loved one would be in offering mental health services. Like, Hey, here are the three organizations that do group therapy or circles or there's going to be a meditation and yoga thing offered at this center. A lot of them have a lot of embodied practices too. So I think those things are great. But yeah, we still have to, we're still living life. We're still submitting book reports for school, we're still having birthday parties and christenings, we're we still black and brown communities have been living through trauma for so long, they can't stop living.(42:53):So the question is how do we invite one another to more wholeness in our living, within our own communities, and then how do we help one another? This is affecting everybody. It's affecting not only Latino communities and not only Asian immigrant communities, but it's also affecting black communities because there's more enforcement and they're not more law enforcement and they're not necessarily targeting black communities, but where there are brown communities, sometimes there are black folks also. And so it's impacting them in just the militarization of our city. I mean, everywhere you go, there's just people marching with weapons and it could be Michigan Avenue in the shopping area downtown near the Bean, or it could be in our communities. And so I think how people are trying to, I think a city like Chicago, because it's got such a rich tradition of community organizing and community development and advocacy, I think it's very set up for what can I do in my world for my neighbors?(44:08):And then for those of you that aren't in Chicago, I think knowing which organizations are doing fantastic things, I think that's really helpful. Within the faith and justice space, I think organizations like New Life Centers that are kind of spearheading some of the new neighbors initiatives already, but they're doing this whole care system for, they're already new neighbors from Venezuela, Ecuador, and Central America who are now more vulnerable. And so they have systems in place for that. There are organizations live free Illinois who are doing more of the advocacy, raising awareness stuff. I can give you a couple, I can put in the show notes, but I think there's organizations that are doing fantastic work. Some people are just, I have a friend who's in Houston who's just like, there's a refugee family who's vulnerable right now and I need to take them groceries. Who wants to give Venmo?(45:06):Me? I think you have to trust your friends aren't going to go out for a nice rooftop beverage and 300, $400 later. Then there's groceries for this. So it's like you may not know anyone, but you may know someone who knows someone who's vulnerable. And so maybe you just are giving money to, or maybe you, I've had people send me money and be like, Hey, maybe someone who needs something. And I'm like, great. And we little, we put it cash and we put it in our car and when we need it, we help a neighbor who's in need. I think I'm calling our friends to, another one I thought of was calling our friend, inviting our friends to action. So sometimes I don't think it's that we don't want to do anything or that we're unwilling to do something. It's that we just feel so stunned. So that news that came out this week in Houston about the 15-year-old autistic boy who was taken by ICE and who has the capacity of a 4-year-old, and I was thinking about him all day long. So I just started pinging all of my friends in Houston and Austin and Dallas. I was like, anybody in Texas? I have a lot of friends in Texas. I'm like, not just, Hey Texas, do something directly. Sending it to them and saying, what have you done?(46:28):Is there a number you can call? Can you gather your small group? They're always asking, I don't know what to do. I don't know what to, I'm like, so I was like, I have something for you to do, and it's in Texas. I'm like, do you know what's happened to this kid? Is he back at home? Can you do something? Is there a GoFundMe for the parents? So I think when we're activated in small things, we develop the discipline of just being activated in general. So it's like if there's a thing that somebody invites you to give to and you give to it, then you get into the practice of giving.(47:06):If you don't start well, then where is it going to happen? So we're thinking right now, I dunno about you guys, but there's nothing in me that wants to do anything fancy right now. I rest for sure. We went to Michigan, we walked around, we took hikes. It was great. It was super free because we stayed with a friend. But there's nothing in me that's like, let me just plan a fancy vacation right now. It's not in me. And I think part of it is, it's almost like a detoxing from an American consumeristic way of seeing celebration and rests. I don't need fancy things to have rest. I don't need, doesn't have to be expensive. I don't know who came up with this. And I think it's a sensibility in us right now, and I've talked to a couple of friends about it, but it's like it's a sensibility in us that feels like it's really tone deaf to start spending a whole lot of money right now when there are so many needs in the world. And no, we can't give away our whole salaries, but we might be able to give more. For example, I don't think our friend should be saying, Hey, my son can't go to college this year. He needs $6,000. I think somebody in our friend groups could be like, actually, I am getting a bonus of $12,000. I'm going to give you three. We should be able to do that for those of us that have access.(48:27):And there are many people who have access, many other people who think they don't have money, but they do. And I think if we invite each other to say, Hey, I want to give to this person's legal fees, or I want to give to this person's college fund, or I want to give to will you give with me? And we are practicing then the kind of mutual aid that's collective that I know our grandparents did for the Latino culture, it's like the RIA system where y'all put the money in every month and every Monday the month. So it's like Koreans do it too. It's like everybody gives a hundred dollars a month and all goes into this pile and every month that pile of money moves around. So it's like our way of providing, I think there's a lot more we could be doing with our money that would give integrity to our voice. And I see a lot of talking and not a lot of sharing.Danielle (49:34):It's so true. It's a lot of talking and it's like, I think we have to get over that old white supremacy norm. If you see somebody on the street, you got to buy them food. You can't ever give them cash. That story rings through my mind as a child and just sometimes you just got to load up the cash, send someone cash for dinner and send someone cash for, I don't know, whatever they need, a bus fare or an airplane ticket or find the miles in your community if someone needs to fly somewhere. Just all these things you're talking about, we kind of have to just get over the hump and just say, Hey, people need help. Let's just go help.Sandra (50:12):And for some of us, I think it's particularly of those of us within our community that are no longer congregating at a local church. I don't know. Did you think the tithe justI think the call to generosity is still there. Whether you want to call your church a local formal traditional church or not, I would hate, I would've hated in our season that we were churchless to have stopped giving out would've been a significant amount of money that would've stopped going out. We still got salaries that year. Well, at least Carl did. Carl got a salary. So I'm like that invitation to generosity, at least at the bare minimum, at the bare minimum, 10% at the bare minimum that should be going out. And so the question is, what did all of us that left churches do with our 10% not to be legalistic because really we should be giving more. The question is, what am I allowed to keep? And for people making six figures, you need to be asking yourselves, why do you need six figures if you don't? Because most of the people, even in places like Seattle and Chicago, are living off of $50,000 a year. So I think as much as we need to ask our government to do well and be integrous in their budget, I think we need to think about that as a place of, and I say that not because I think it's going to solve the problems in Chicago, but I think that money does actually sharing does actually help some people. They haven't eaten.(52:06):They just haven't eaten. We know families whose kids don't eat.Jenny (52:19):Just thank you. It's been really important and meaningful to have your voice and your call to action and to community. I don't take lightly sharing your story and how it's specifically showing up in your community and in your own body and in your own mothering. So thank you for speaking to how you are practicing resilience and how we can think more about how to practice that collectively. It's been really, really good to be here. I am sorry I have to jump off, but thank you Danielle. I'll see you all soon.Sandra (53:23):Yeah, I mean even if you were to think about, you may not be able to provide for anyone, but is there someone in your ecosystem, in your friend group that could really use four sessions of therapy that doesn't have the finances to do so? Or that could really use sessions of acupuncture or massage therapy that doesn't have the money for it, it doesn't have insurance, and of someone who's willing to work with you on that as far as providing that for them. So I think even at that level, it's like if we had to put ourselves in someone else's shoes and say, well, what I want for someone, how would I want for someone to help me without me asking them? I think that is the biggest thing is we cannot, I don't believe we can rely on a person's ability to say what they need.(54:27):I mean, you've had stuff happen in your life. I've had health issues in my own family and problems with my family, and when people are like, oh, how can I help? I'm like, I can't think about that right now. But if a plant shows up at my house that is bringing me joy. Someone just sent me a prayer plant the other day. It's literally called a red prayer plant or something. I was like, yes, I love this. Or if someone buys dinner for my family so I don't have to cook for them, I can't stand up right now. Or if someone said, looks in on me and says, Hey, I know you guys can't be out and about much, so I just wanted to give you some funding for a streaming service. Here you go. Whatever they use it for, that's up to them. But I think to let someone know that you're thinking about them, I think is easy to do with baking something for them, sharing something with them, taking their kids for a few hours.(55:31):Because what if they just need a break from their children and maybe you could just watch their kids for a little bit, pick them up, take them to your house, watch them for a little bit. So I think there are ways that we can practically help each other that again, will make a world of difference to the person that's there next to you. And as always, calling your senators, writing letters, joining in on different campaigns that organizations are doing for around advocacy, checking in with your local city officials and your parent teacher and your schools, and figuring out what are we doing for the kids in our school even to be informed as a neighbor, what is it that our school's doing to protect our families and children? I think those are all good questions that we should always be doing and praying for people and praying specifically. We do that as a family. I think sometimes I don't know what else to do, but to say God to help.Danielle (56:35):Yeah, I mean, I have to go now, but I do think that's kind of key is not that God isn't going to intervene at some point practically, I think we are that active prayer answer for other people we're that answer. I'm not saying we're God, but we're the right. Yeah. Yeah. And just to step into that, be that answer, step into loving when it says, love your neighbor actually doing it and actually showing up and maybe loving your neighbor isn't bringing them dinner. Maybe it's just sitting down and listening to how their day went. Maybe you're not a therapist, maybe you're just a friend. Maybe you're just a community member, but you can sit in and you can hear how rough it was for that day and not take up your own space emotionally, but just be there to listen and then give them a hug and hang or leave. There's a lot of ways to show up and yeah, I'm challenged and want to do this more, so thank you. You'reSandra (57:36):Welcome. Thanks for having me.  Well, first I guess I would have to believe that there was or is an actual political dialogue taking place that I could potentially be a part of. And honestly, I'm not sure that I believe that.

Send us a textEver been asked about your career goals and completely blanked?You're in a meeting with your manager or a senior leader. The conversation is going well—until they ask: "What are your goals for next year?"Your mind goes blank. You give a vague answer like "I want to keep growing" or "I'm open to new opportunities." They nod politely. The conversation moves on.And you walk away knowing you just made yourself invisible again.Meanwhile, others who aren't working as hard as you are confidently articulating exactly where they're headed—and they keep getting promoted while you feel stuck.Sound familiar?In this episode, you'll learn:Why vague goals get vague results (and keep you overlooked for promotions)The 5 biggest mistakes women leaders make when talking about their career goalsHow to connect your goals to business impact (so you sound strategic, not selfish)The exact language to use when your manager asks about your goals for next yearA simple structure for articulating both career goals and development goals with confidenceHow to ask for what you need without sounding passive or apologeticThis episode is perfect for you if:✅ You're tired of watching less qualified people advance while you stay stuck✅ You freeze when asked about your career goals in performance reviews or one-on-ones✅ You downplay your ambition to avoid being seen as "too much✅ Year-end review conversations are coming up, and you want to be prepared✅ You want to advocate for yourself, but don't know how to do it effectivelyAbout Your Host:Kele Belton is a communication and leadership facilitator, coach, and consultant who specializes in helping women leaders develop confidence and impact through strategic communication and practical leadership frameworks.Connect with Kele for more leadership insights:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kele-ruth-belton/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetailoredapproach/Website: https://thetailoredapproach.com

"You have to become the thing you want to become before it comes." – Lisa M. Easton   Lisa M. Easton is a trailblazer in the field of financial empowerment, particularly for women. She is the founder of All A L L, the number one all-female investment club in the United States, and the creator of the Millionaire Morning Mamas program. Lisa's work revolves around closing the gender wealth gap by guiding women in building wealth, gaining financial independence, and investing with confidence. Her investment club focuses on empowering women through innovative investment strategies and financial education.   Episode Summary: Join host Jana Short in an enlightening conversation with Lisa M. Easton, a leading advocate for women's financial empowerment, on the "All My Health, There Is Hope" podcast. Lisa shares her journey from facing a tumultuous personal and financial crisis to becoming the founder of the largest all-female investment club. Her passion for financial literacy and women's wealth-building is evident as she discusses the transformative power of mindset, wealth creation, and financial independence for women. Lisa opens up about her story of hope, emphasizing how a strategic morning routine and a reprogrammed mindset can create wealth and success. She breaks down the myths surrounding women and money, inspiring listeners with her own journey of overcoming challenges to build a million-dollar business. The episode delves into the importance of investing and creating generational wealth, highlighting the groundbreaking work of Lisa's investment club, which allows women of all financial standings to participate in syndication deals. Her insights and experiences serve as a powerful testament to what's possible when women support each other in the financial realm.   Key Takeaways: Mindset Over Circumstance: Lisa emphasizes the significance of reprogramming one's subconscious mind to envision success before it materializes. Financial Empowerment: Understanding and engaging in investments is crucial for women to achieve financial independence and freedom. Collaborative Wealth-Building: Lisa's investment club exemplifies how collective resources can lead to substantial financial growth and success for women. Overcoming Limiting Beliefs: Busting myths such as “I'm not smart enough” or “wealth isn't for me” is essential to embrace and attain financial goals. Investing for the Future: Real estate syndication as an investment strategy can yield high returns, providing a practical approach for women to grow wealth.   Resources: Website: www.lisameaston.com IG: https://www.instagram.com/lisameaston/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lisameaston1     Get a free subscription to the Best Holistic Life Magazine, one of the fastest-growing independent magazines centered around holistic living: https://bestholisticlife.info/BestHolisticLifeMagazine.   Get in touch with Jana and listen to more podcasts: https://www.janashort.com/ Show Music ‘Hold On' by Amy Gerhartz: https://www.amygerhartz.com/music. Grab your FREE gift today: https://bestholisticlife.info/BestHolisticLifeMagazine Connect with Jana Short: https://www.janashort.com/contact/

When was the last time you asked clearly for what you are worth. In this episode of Wickedly Smart Women, host Anjel B. Hartwell welcomes Amy Cosper, storyteller and brand builder to talk about risk, money, and the power women unlock when they find their voice. Hear why acting like Silicon Valley dulls your authenticity, how stories shape culture, why we cannot outsource them to AI, and the simple courage move that flips fear into forward motion. Smart, practical, and heart forward.   What You Will Learn: Why many women are trained to avoid risk and how regular practice with small asks makes courage feel normal. A quick test to notice when you are using a fake voice versus your true voice in rooms, pitches, and content. How authenticity grows as an asset over time and becomes a moat that cannot be bought or borrowed. Why community makes courage easier and how to borrow bravery from other women until yours grows. How classic story arcs help you frame your work so people remember it. Why AI can remix words but cannot create your lived experience and how to keep your stories original. How to use emotional honesty without oversharing and without losing authority. Why asking is non negotiable for funding and fees and how to state your value without apology. What shifted in recent decades for women and business credit and why that context matters for courage now. How to stop giving away ideas and execution and install healthy boundaries around your work. A clean way to reframe failure so sunk costs turn into useful data. How to build a personal story engine so your brand shapes culture instead of chasing it. Why moving one person today is a worthy metric when scale feels far away. A two part mantra for hard conversations. How to turn everyday moments into sticky brand metaphors people repeat.   Connect with Amy Cosper Website   Connect with Anjel B. Hartwell Wickedly Smart Women Wickedly Smart Women on X Wickedly Smart Women on Instagram Wickedly Smart Women Facebook Community Wickedly Smart Women Store on TeePublic Wickedly Smart Women: Trusting Intuition, Taking Action, Transforming Worlds by Anjel B. Hartwell Listener Line (540) 402-0043 Ext. 4343  Email listeners@wickedlysmartwomen.com

Are women really playing on a level field at work? Spoiler: they're not. And that lie is costing talented women their careers. In this episode, tech executive Kae Kronthaler-Williams reveals how bias shows up in promotions, networking, and leadership definitions - and what to do about it. With over 30 years in the industry, Kae shares the hard-won lessons from her new book "Not Made for You." You'll discover why "reading the room" is essential for women leaders, how to stop waiting for permission to advance your career, and practical strategies to build visibility without compromising who you are. Whether you're navigating bias yourself or leading women on your team, this conversation will help you recognize the systems at play and take action to create change. Follow The Made Leader for more leadership insights and strategies. For links mentioned, visit www.growthsignals.co Connect with Kae on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kaekronthalerwilliams/

Susan Norman, former National and World Champion in both whitewater kayaking and rafting talks about the ‘wild ride' of her life, how facing risks on the water helped saved her as she dealt with difficult life challenges, what it's like competing internationally and how she chose her approach to coaching high-aspiring kids at the national level. 

As The Make a Difference Series comes to a close, we're taking time to reflect on the incredible women whose stories have inspired all of us to lead with purpose and serve with heart. This episode is a celebration of how faith, courage, and authenticity can create ripple effects of change that touch countless lives.We revisit some of our favorite moments from the series — including Noelle Schnacky, Miss Florida's Teen 2025, whose Hope for Heart Kids Foundation was born out of love and loss, supporting families impacted by congenital heart defects. We also highlight Christy Ashby and Kate Slentz, the powerhouse mother-daughter duo behind Orange Appeal Magazine and The Orlando Women's Conference, who have built platforms that celebrate women and strengthen our community.Paris Richardson, Miss Florida 2025, continues to inspire us through her C.R.O.W.N. of Health initiative, bringing wellness and education to children and families across Florida. Jaeann Ashton, Executive Director of Community Engagement at AdventHealth Central Florida, reminds us how compassion-driven leadership and listening first can transform the way we care for our communities We also share updates from Keesha Scott, whose honesty and courage around motherhood and recovery continue to inspire; Karen Keene, whose strength and advocacy following tragedy uplift women through mentorship; and Dr. Karwanna Irving, whose passion for helping women create wealth with purpose is transforming the entrepreneurial space.Finally, we spotlight the continued work of Jessica Galo with Be a MindLeader and Johanna Kandel with The National Alliance for Eating Disorders, two women who continue to make monumental strides in mental health awareness and healing.Each of these stories reflects the heart of what The Make a Difference Series stands for — women using their voices, their gifts, and their experiences to create lasting impact. We hope this finale reminds you that your light, your story, and your purpose truly have the power to make a difference.…And because this series was such a success, we will be doing it again! Stay tuned for more information!

Systemic doesn't happen in isolation; it begins when power is shared. By placing decision-making in the hands of communities most affected by inequity, collaborative funds are reshaping philanthropy. This approach redefines who leads, who decides, and how trust is built in the places that haven't always been welcoming.  Rebecca Darwent is the founder and philanthropic advisor at Rebecca Darwent Global Inc. She is an internationally recognized expert in philanthropy, a champion of collaborative giving, and a social entrepreneur dedicated to advancing equity, liberation, and abundance through wealth and resource redistribution. She co-founded the Foundation for Black Communities (FFBC) in 2022 and led fundraising, community engagement, and advocacy that resulted in a historic $200 million capital transfer from the Canadian government to Black philanthropy. Through her advisory firm, Rebecca helps families and foundations channel their wealth and networks to empower the underfunded communities. She is also a 2024 Young Global Leader, a Women Leader for the World Fellow, and a Canadian Millennium Laureate.  In this episode, you will be able to: - Discover how collaborative funds are redistributing power and reshaping traditional philanthropy. - Learn why community-led decision-making creates more equitable and lasting impact. - Understand what it takes to build trust and partnership in historically unwelcoming spaces. - Learn why relationship-building is essential for breaking cycles of exclusion and mistrust. - Discover how Black leaders are navigating and challenging systemic barriers in philanthropy. Get all the resources from today's episode here.  Support for this show is brought to you by GiveButter. GiveButter is the easiest-to-use fundraising platform.  Your favorite fundraising tools, supercharged! Never miss a fundraising opportunity again. Givebutter Plus takes this award-winning platform to the next level with advanced automation, deeper donor insights, and eye-popping supporter engagement tools to help your nonprofit get ahead—and stay there. Connect with me:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_malloryerickson/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/whatthefundraising YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@malloryerickson7946 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/mallory-erickson-bressler/ Website: malloryerickson.com/podcast Loved this episode? Leave us a review and rating here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/what-the-fundraising/id1575421652 If you haven't already, please visit our new What the Fundraising community forum. Check it out and join the conversation at this link. If you're looking to raise more from the right funders, then you'll want to check out my Power Partners Formula, a step-by-step approach to identifying the optimal partners for your organization. This free masterclass offers a great starting point.

Women in Training: Challenges and Triumphs from the PTTAC Toronto Event In this episode of The Lead Pedal Podcast for Truck Drivers, we showcase inspiring women from the PTTAC Toronto event to discussing their experiences in the training industry. From overcoming barriers and building confidence to shaping the next generation of professional drivers, these women share honest stories about their struggles, successes, and what keeps them motivated. Whether you're in trucking, education, or leadership, this conversation sheds light on the evolving role of women in professional driver training and beyond. Learn more about PTTAC  at www.pttac.ca  This episode is sponsored by Rosedale Transport offering career opportunities for truck drivers with their large network. You can learn more at www.rosedalegroup.com   This episode is also sponsored by Ontario Truck Driving School has a number of courses to help you be successful when starting a career in transportation from heavy equipment to over the road trucking. You can learn more about starting your career at www.otds.com   Have you heard of RS2000 Tax Services offering accounting services throughout Ontario? The firm specializes in truck drivers, owner operators, and farm based businesses. Work with people who know exactly what operators in your industry require to be profitable. Learn more at www.RS2000tax.com or call 1-800-304-3986   About the Podcast The Lead Pedal Podcast for Truck Drivers helps truck drivers improve their truck driving careers, trucking businesses as owner operators, CDL skills, find trucking jobs, and offer trucking tips. Learn about the trucking benefits and salaries as a professional truck driver through interviews and tips related to the North American Trucking Industry. The Lead Pedal Podcast is a Canadian based trucking podcast focused on trucking in Canada. LISTEN TO THE PODCAST- The show is available at www.theleadpedalpodcast.com , Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartradio, SoundCloud, and other popular podcast platforms. Thanks for listening JOIN THE LEAD PEDAL PODCAST FAN CLUB  www.LeadPedalFanClub.com  LISTEN TO LEAD PEDAL RADIO at www.LeadPedalRadio.com  The Lead Pedal Podcast for Truck Drivers talks all things trucking for people in the transportation industry helping them improve their business and careers. Interviews with industry professionals and truck drivers, trucking information, and other features on the industry are meant to be helpful for truck drivers and those in transportation. The Lead Pedal Podcast for Truck Drivers has main episodes released every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday with bonus material on other days. You can learn more about the host and show on our website and make sure to SUBSCRIBE to the show on your favourite podcast platform. www.theleadpedalpodcast.com  What does The Lead Pedal Podcast mean? The Lead (pronounced - Led) stands for acceleration or fast-track of your career or business. It is a play on words and we certainly are not here promoting speeding in the industry. We are hoping this information will help you become a professional driver faster than if you didn't know about many of these topics. Are you enjoying the show? If so we would appreciate you leaving us a rating and review on your favourite podcast platform. www.theleadpedalpodcast.com  Join The Lead Pedal Fan Club where are loyal fans get first chance at specials, discounts on merchandise and much more.The club is free to join and you can learn more at www.theleadpedalfanclub.com   

Why you should listen to this episode:If you're about to graduate and feeling unsure about what's next, this episode will help you turn uncertainty into a clear career plan — with someone who has been in your shoes and made bold moves that paid off.About my guest: Brianne Rush is the founder of The Independence Lab, a platform helping ambitious grads find clarity after college. Early in her career, she rose from intern to managing editor at Dance Spirit magazine in just a year, then advanced from employee to VP at Kuno Creative, a leading digital marketing agency working with brands like Aramark and BASF.Her success came not from following the rules but from decoding unspoken workplace dynamics and challenging outdated career advice. Named one of the Top 50 Women Leaders of Ohio (2024) and featured in Forbes, SUCCESS, and Women We Admire, Brianne now helps young women navigate their careers with courage and confidence through The Independence Lab.With nearly 20 years in marketing and operations, she's led growth, built teams, and mentored countless young professionals—especially women making that tough leap from college to the real world.What you will learn: Master the parts of your job search that actually move the needle.Stand out by showing you're always leveling up, especially with AI and new skills.Transform everyday experiences into career stories that get noticed.Discover why emotional intelligence can tip the scales in your favor.Tackle tough interview questions with confidence and insight they won't see coming.Grow your network through real connections, not generic outreach.Brianne reminds us that confidence and curiosity are your best career tools. If you're ready to stop doubting yourself and start designing your post-college path with purpose, you won't want to miss this conversation. Connect with Brianne at LinkedIn or explore her work at theindependencelab.com/subscribe. Send us a text

Synopsis: Live this week from the ACCC 42nd National Oncology Conference (NOC), CANCER BUZZ speaks with Dr. Deirdre Saulet, who discusses highlights from Friday morning's panel session: Women Leaders in Oncology: Exploring Successful Dyad Models.  Guest:  Deirdre Saulet, PhD Chief Strategy Officer Jasper Health   Resources:  ACCC 42nd National Oncology Conference Agenda  

Seattle natives Mary Wideman-Williams and her daughter Marquinta Obomanu have inaugurated SistahBoss, a leadership initiative dedicated to empowering Black women through connection, growth, and mutual support. The organization offers mentorship, coaching, and workshops designed to enhance leadership skills while affirming identity and shared experiences. SistahBoss is at the forefront of redefining leadership paradigms for Black women in the Pacific Northwest and beyond. Interview by Chris B. Bennett.

Before she was the world's most famous primatologist, Jane Goodall was a curious young girl who dreamed of living among animals in Africa. In this episode, we follow her extraordinary journey—from a childhood fascination with nature in wartime England to the groundbreaking discoveries she made in Tanzania's Gombe Stream National Park. Learn how Jane's patience and empathy shattered scientific norms when she observed chimpanzees using tools, proving humanity's deep connection to the animal world. We'll explore her lifelong mission to protect wildlife, her transition from researcher to global advocate, and the legacy she continues to build through the Jane Goodall Institute and her Roots & Shoots program. Follow us on IG: @homance_chronicles Connect with us: linktr.ee/homance Send us a Hoe of History request: homancepodcast@gmail.com

If your balloon business feels chaotic, it might be because you're missing one key ingredient: systems. In this episode, I sit down with balloon artist and business coach Danielle, aka Coach Danni D, to talk about how to simplify your business with smart, repeatable processes that save time, reduce stress, and create freedom. We discuss: The PACE framework for building systems that actually work Why you need systems before you hire help How to document your process (even if it's messy at first) The core systems every balloon pro should have Why syncing your business calendar with your personal life is non-negotiable How personal growth impacts business success Danielle's insights are exactly what balloon professionals need to shift from burnout to balance. In the UGlu Hotline, hear one listener's great tip for tracking and ordering balloon inventory.   Unlock three free bonus episodes!    RESOURCES MENTIONED: Presenting sponsor: 17hats (get 50% off your 1st year)  @nolapartyboutique  coachdannid.com Other sponsors & resources: Havin' A Party Wholesale (save 5% on orders $200+ with code PODCAST) Courtney Lynette Creative Co.  UGlu by Pro Tapes (save 5% on orders $200+ at Havin' A Party with code PODCAST)  DM @thebrightballoon on Instagram to ask a question or leave advice for the UGlu Hotline! Balloon Boss Mastermind & Summit  - - - - On the Bright Side (Apple) On the Bright Side (Patreon) 50 Ideas for Email Marketing | Join the Bright Balloon email list  @thebrightballoon  The Bright Balloon on YouTube 

Welcome back to The Power Lounge, your go-to space for authentic, inspiring conversations with powerhouse women leaders. In this episode, host Amy Vaughan, Chief Empowerment Officer of Together Digital, is joined by Shauna Moran—acclaimed leadership strategist, executive coach, and founder of the Impact Amplification Program and Leadership Systems Partnership. Together, they're diving deep into the real ROI of investing in women leaders.As organizations face economic headwinds and shifts in workplace priorities, Amy and Shauna tackle why investment in women's leadership development is more essential now than ever. Expect powerful insights backed by striking data on profitability, innovation, and retention, plus actionable strategies for creating strong support systems and building sustainable leadership capacity.Whether you're climbing the corporate ladder, advocating for advancement, or looking to bolster your organization's leadership pipeline, this conversation promises to empower you with fresh perspectives and practical steps to make a business case for women in leadership—and to ensure every talented woman not only stays, but thrives.So grab your notebook and get ready for a conversation packed with wisdom, real talk, and the tools you need to ignite change for yourself and your workplace. Let's get into it!Chapters:00:00 - Introduction00:10 - "Leadership Insights with Shauna Moran"05:28 - Retaining Institutional Knowledge Benefits10:23 - Optimizing Time and Resources Strategy14:07 - Evolving Beyond Executor Roles16:44 - Assessing Your Support System20:19 - Organizational Change and Employee Stress21:45 - Embracing Uncertainty and Building Resilience26:35 - Rethinking Burnout: Beyond Self-Care27:52 - Preventing Burnout Through Leadership33:12 - Supporting Women Through Menopause36:41 - Data-Driven Leadership for Women39:40 - Empowering Goals Through Support Systems43:35 - External Resources Enhance Workplace Support45:48 - Addressing Gender Promotion Gap48:45 - "Collaboration Over Competition"52:06 - "Embrace Small Steps for Growth"56:29 - Join Together In Digital Community57:41 - OutroQuotes:“Leadership isn't about doing more—it's about making room for impact. Strong women need strong support—ask for it and give it.”- Amy Vaughan“To go fast, go alone; to go far, go together. Investing in women leaders is a business imperative—fuel innovation, retention, and collective success.”- Shauna MoranKey Takeaways:The Real Business Case for Investing in Women LeadersStrong Women Need Strong Support SystemsBlueprints Over BurnoutClarity is Queen During ChangeAdvocacy Backed by DataWomen Lifting WomenChange is OpportunityRedefining What Leadership MeansConnect with Shauna Moran:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shaunamoran/Website:https://shaunamoran.com/Connect with the host Amy Vaughan:LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/in/amypvaughanPodcast:Power Lounge Podcast  - Together DigitalLearn more about Together Digital and consider joining the movement by visitingHome - Together DigitalSupport the show

What if a family crisis could inspire a whole new way of living?In this episode, Connie shares how her brother's battle with chronic illness sparked a journey into holistic wellness that's changing lives.We dive into her brother's story and how it completely transformed her own path. From the challenges they faced to her passion for healing, Connie explains how Infrared therapy changed both her life and her brother's health.

In this powerful kickoff to a collaborative series with the AHA Women in Cardiology (WIC) Committee, CardioNerds (Dr. Apoorva Gangavelli, Dr. Gurleen Kaur, and Dr. Jenna Skowronski) explore the evolving landscape of women in advanced heart failure and transplant cardiology, featuring insights from two inspiring leaders in the field. Dr. Mariell Jessup, Chief Science and Medical Officer of the American Heart Association, reflects on her decades-long journey in heart failure cardiology, from navigating early career barriers to becoming a trailblazer in clinical leadership and research. Dr. Nosheen Reza, an advanced heart failure and transplant cardiologist at the University of Pennsylvania, shares how Dr. Jessup's pioneering work has inspired her own career and shaped her approach to mentorship, advocacy, and academic development. Together, they discuss the systemic challenges women continue to face, the importance of sponsorship, and the evolving culture within cardiology. Listeners will gain a multigenerational perspective on how far the field has come and what is still needed to ensure equity, excellence, and innovation in advanced heart failure care. Enjoy this Circulation 2022 Paths to Discovery article to learn about the CardioNerds story, mission, and values. CardioNerds Heart Success Series PageCardioNerds Episode PageCardioNerds AcademyCardionerds Healy Honor Roll CardioNerds Journal ClubSubscribe to The Heartbeat Newsletter!Check out CardioNerds SWAG!Become a CardioNerds Patron! References DeFilippis EM, Moayedi Y, Reza N. Representation of Women Physicians in Heart Failure Clinical Practice. Card Fail Rev. 2021;7:e05. Published 2021 Mar 31. doi:10.15420/cfr.2020.31 

We speak with Laura Phillips, Vice President of Engineering and Procurement at Pella Corporation. With a background in chemical engineering and an MBA, Laura has been a driving force behind Pella's efforts to advance women in engineering, founding the Women in Engineering community and mentoring countless women in the field. Under her leadership, the number of women engineers at Pella has tripled. Beyond the company, Laura actively supports Iowa State University's Women in Science and Engineering program. Join us as we explore Laura's inspiring journey and the impact she's making in manufacturing today.

Are you feeling under pressure and that there isn't much you can control? You're not alone. I've been there too and what I've learned is that the one thing we can control is how we learn and what we do with it.As the hardcover of Power of What's NEXT: Bold Moves By Design releases October 14th, I've been thinking a lot about crossroads moments ... those times when we pause and realize something needs to change. Writing my chapter made me reflect on how curiosity has been the constant through every pivot I've made, from launching HerCsuite® to creating HER HEALTHX, nonprofit focused on improving women's health outcomes using Agentic AI.Back in 2019, after facing my own experience with symptom dismissal, I planned to start a women's health company. But timing, career, and the pandemic all had different ideas. HerCsuite® took off, and I followed that path until I found myself trying to balance two worlds: leadership and healthcare. For a while, they felt separate. But when I started learning everything I could about AI, it became clear that these two worlds could come together.AI became the bridge, a way to bring together leadership, technology, and women's health with purpose. Once I found this new combined “why,” everything shifted.I believe women need to be in the driver's seat of AI, not just using it, but shaping it. By 2030, when the greatest wealth transfer in history happens for women, we must be more than fluent in how technology works so we can lead with confidence and multiply our impact. It is this discovery, that helped me pivot into a new blend of leadership and healthcare using AI.In this episode, I share three ways you can use AI right now to gain clarity about your next chapter: 1️⃣ Discover more about yourself with Human Design I did, and it changed everything with Michelle Pecak, Founder of MY VIBE 2️⃣ Create your own AI Board of Advisors to guide your thinking and strategy. 3️⃣ Become a curious learner because as "adaptability is the new currency"-Karin Kimbrough. Curious learners land board roles, and grow businesses and make transformation possible.In times of uncertainty, curiosity can bring clarity. It reminds us that learning and applying what we learn is something we can control.Once I realized that I could combine AI with what I love helping women lead, and thrive with bridging the care communication gap, everything felt lighter. I believe the future will be brighter when women are shaping it: improving health outcomes, influencing boardrooms, and driving the wealth and knowledge transfer ahead.We are at a crossroads moment and we can navigate it together.

All About the Girls host, Jenny Craig-Brown sits down virtually with CEO and founder of Rise Up For You, Nada Lena Nasserdeen! In this exclusive episode, Jenny dives into the journey that led Nada to where she is today. From how she maintains a good balance between her life and her business to a few tips that anyone can do to help them reach their full-potential, this episode of AATG has it all!GreatNews.Life & Podcast Host Jenny Craig-Brown have transformed the All About the Girls annual event into a podcast! These monthly episodes feature incredible women giving the audience all the insight about what makes them happy, successful, and motivational. New episodes launch on Sundays to make sure to start your week on a positive note! The All About the Girls Podcast is brought to you by GreatNews.Life GreatNewsLife looks to form positive, online communities centered around the idea that, given the option, viewers prefer to see all the good things going on in their community, as opposed to negative news. Here you'll find exclusively positive, hyper-local stories, features, and news touting everything exceptional about the communities that make up Northwest Indiana. We invite you to partake in the Region's only source for all-positive news, all the time. Watch it. Love it. Share it.

Dominique Crenn is the first woman in the United States to earn three Michelin stars. Raised in France and later moving to the U.S. to pursue her culinary ambitions, Dominique built a career defined by creativity, persistence, and leadership in an industry long dominated by men.  We'll cover her early influences, her rise in the restaurant world, and the challenges she faced along the way—including her public battle with breast cancer. We'll also highlight her commitment to sustainability and her role as an advocate for diversity and equity in the culinary field. You'll even get a little education on how the Michelin stars work and other esteemed awards in the culinary world.  Follow us on IG: @homance_chronicles Connect with us: linktr.ee/homance Send us a Hoe of History request: homancepodcast@gmail.com

Hello and welcome to the Women Leaders in Sports Podcast! I'm your host, Patti Phillips, CEO of Women Leaders.  Today, I'm joined by Allison Howard, the Executive Vice President and Chief Commercial Officer for Rock Entertainment Group and the Cleveland Cavaliers and the recently named President of Business Operations for the new Cleveland WNBA team.   Allison's career journey...from the Lakers to the KC Current to Cleveland...has been marked by persistence, confidence, and a willingness to pause and self-check when life demands it. She opens up about those moments of personal honesty that have guided her growth.  From learning to listen as a leader to championing new opportunities for women, Allison shares the wisdom and resilience that continue to guide her career.  Keep listening for more insights from Allison - and remember, We Are Women Leaders! 

What happens when life takes a turn you didn't see coming? In this episode of Women Leaders on the Move, host Natalie Benamou talks with COO and Board Director Liesl Schmidt about the lessons in her chapter from Power of What's NEXT: Bold Moves By Design.We explore why it's never too early to grow your network, how to ask for what you want, and the power of saying yes to new chapters even before you feel ready. Liesl's journey is a reminder that the choices you make today, building relationships, finding your voice, and staying resilient becomes the foundation you'll need when the unexpected happens. “You don't always see the challenges coming, but you can prepare by building relationships that will carry you through.”-Liesl Schmidt5 Lessons:Why investing in your network now is the best way to prepare for what's ahead.The courage it takes to ask for what you want and position yourself to receive it.How resilience and clarity help you navigate career and life transitions.The importance of embracing new chapters, even before you feel fully ready.Why your story and lived experience open doors to unexpected opportunities.Liesl reminds us that preparation isn't just about skills or strategy, it's about people, perspective, and persistence. Power Tip: “Sometimes you have to step forward without all the answers, because clarity often comes in the doing.”- Liesl SchmidtThis conversation will inspire you to embrace resilience, strengthen your connections, and step boldly into what's next knowing you already have more within you than you realize.Thank you Liesl for being on the show and a featured author in the bestselling Power of What's NEXT: Bold Moves by DesignKeep shining your light bright. The world needs you.About Liesl SchmidtLiesl Schmidt is a financial executive, board leader, and transformation strategist with over 20 years of experience. As COO of River Valley Community Bank and former EVP at U.S. Bank, she has led finance, operations, HR, IT, and risk. A passionate advocate for women and community impact, she serves on several nonprofit boards. Liesl writes to inspire women to lead with clarity, courage, and confidence—especially during times of change. Liesl wears some other hats that bring her immense joy — wife, mother, and grandmother. She is also a member of HerCsuite® Women on Boards Mastermind program.Connect with Liesl: LinkedInGet Your Copy of:Power of What's NEXT: Bold Moves By Design Releases October 14th, 2025.Connect with Natalie BenamouNatalie Benamou is the visionary behind Women Leaders on the Move, a Top 10 Women's Leadership podcast by Feedspot. As the Founder of HerCsuite®, she delivers mastermind programs and courses that help women land board roles, grow businesses and design their portfolio careers all include AI to maximize success.

Hit the Net, Climb Back Up: Embracing Life's Valleys as SpringboardsWhat if your biggest challenges were actually divine preparation for your greatest purpose? Join us as Robin Edgar, seasoned wealth strategist with 35+ years of experience, shares her remarkable journey from teenage motherhood to guiding clients through life-changing financial decisions.Robin introduces her powerful "trapeze analogy" that reframes how we view life's transitions. "We can be swinging comfortably on our trapeze, but real growth happens when we let go to catch the next bar," she explains with hard-earned wisdom. "The space between—catching air—that's where transformation happens." Her framework of living at the intersection of faith, family, and finance offers a refreshing holistic approach to decision-making that transcends typical financial advice.This conversation goes far beyond money matters. Robin reveals practical strategies for navigating major life decisions, including her two-step approach: creating a detailed pro/con list and asking "what's the worst that could happen?" She challenges listeners to examine who they're seeking advice from, noting that "don't take advice from people more messed up than you" and "if you're the smartest person in the room, you're in the wrong room."Perhaps most powerful is Robin's perspective on life's valleys. "Your muscles aren't built by swinging back and forth on the trapeze. They're built when you hit the net," she shares, explaining how her own challenging moments became the foundation of her strength. Her mantra to "begin with the end in mind" provides a clarifying lens for evaluating choices, whether in business, parenting, or personal growth.Ready to rethink how you approach transitions and build strategy around the people you surround yourself with? Listen now and discover how to transform setbacks into springboards toward your greater purpose.Resources Mentioned:Book: 7 Habits of Highly Effective People by Stephen R. CoveyConnect with Robin:Personal Website: Robin EdgarBusiness Website: Wealth Progression GroupEmail: Contact the Host, Kelly Kirk: Email: info.ryh7@gmail.com Get Connected/Follow: The Hue Drop Newsletter: Subscribe Here IG: @ryh_pod & @thekelly.tanke.kirk Facebook: Reclaiming Your Hue Facebook Page Credits: Editor: Joseph Kirk Music: Kristofer Tanke Thanks for listening & cheers to Reclaiming Your Hue!

Are You Living on Autopilot or Riding the Genius Wheel?What if your life wasn't random chaos… but a seven-year cycle that secretly shapes your growth, transitions, and genius?In this conversation, Sally sits down with Lulu Minns, author, coach, and creator of The Genius Wheel, to smash the myth that “genius” is reserved for Einstein-types. Instead, Lulu unveils a radically different framework that reclaims intuition, feminine power, and the cycles we've been taught to ignore.We dive into:Why midlife isn't a crisis, it's a pivot point into a new genius phase.The three kinds of genius (and why you've probably dismissed your own).How to spot when you're in your personal winter phase, and why it's not failure, but power.The invisible skills patriarchy ignores: intuition, charisma, deep listening, and how they're actually genius at work.Lulu's journey from burned-out criminal lawyer to cycle-led coach and author.Forget “hustle harder.” Forget “stay in your lane.”This episode invites you to trust your body, follow your cycles, and redefine genius on your own terms.

Matt Mouzakis returns to the podcast to wrestle with one of the most debated questions in the church: What does Scripture really say about women in ministry? From Genesis to Paul's letters, we unpack how mistranslations, cultural assumptions, and bad theology have sidelined half the Body of Christ for centuries. Was Eve really just Adam's “rib”? Did Paul command women to stay silent in church forever…or was he correcting a local crisis in Ephesus? And what does “headship” actually mean when Paul calls Christ the head of the church? Many of us were taught to see “male headship” as God's design. But what if that's really just the fallout of the Fall? And what if Jesus' Kingdom has already undone that curse?     Spoiler: the resurrection was first preached by women, and that wasn't an accident.  

Imagine this: you're giving someone advice about skincare… while your own skin is inflamed and breaking out. This is exactly how Shelly Marshall's skincare journey begins.In this episode of Toxic Free with KB, we explore how she transformed not just her skin, but her entire approach to beauty. From the debate between natural products vs. commercial brands, to superfoods that nourish your skin from the inside out, and the importance of slowing down in our hectic lives, Shelly shares the insights that changed everything.Tune in if you're curious about:● Superfoods that truly boost your skin.● Salt water as a universal solution and other ancient tips.● Which ingredients to avoid.● Practical self-care tips for everyday life.By the end of this episode, you'll see that skincare isn't just about appearance: it's a path to self-connection, emotional healing, and true radiance from the inside out.Watch now to discover Shelly's journey and learn the secrets to glowing!Connect with ShellyInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/beautyshamansAppointment: https://booking.appointy.com/beautyshamansWebsite: https://www.beautyshamans.com/FOLLOW USInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/toxicfree.kbTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@toxicfreewithkbYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ToxicFreewithKBShop My Favorite Clean Living & Wellness Products:MASA Chips (25% OFF) – Code: TOXICFREEKB https://www.masachips.com/TOXICFREEKBVANDY Crisps (25% OFF) – Code: TOXICFREEKB https://vandycrisps.com/TOXICFREEKBLightStim (10% OFF) – Code: TOXICFREEKB https://LightStim.comSunlighten Saunas – Code: TOXICFREEKB https://get.sunlighten.com/toxicfreekbDelavie Science Skincare (25% OFF) – Code: TOXICFREEhttps://delaviesciences.pxf.io/c/2328608/2331067/26421Branch Basics (15% OFF Starter Kits) – Code: TOXICFREEKBhttps://branchbasics.com/TOXICFREEKBMore recommendations at: https://toxicfree.com

April Diaz is an executive coach helping leaders transform from the inside out. Working with Olympians, professional athletes, and corporate professionals, she focuses on building courage, resilience, and the personal foundations that make lasting impact possible. In this episode, Kara and April talk about why self-work is the heart of leadership, how transformation happens at both individual and group levels, and the strategies that drive real results. You'll hear how April's approach empowers her clients to lead with authenticity, why aligned values matter in coaching, and how you can take practical steps today to uplevel your own leadership. This episode explores transformational leadership, resilience, and the power of personal growth. Time Stamps: 00:00 Guest Introduction: April Diaz 03:45 April's Coaching Philosophy 06:32 Holistic Leadership Approach 07:46 Challenges and Transformations 23:00 The Importance of Courage and Curiosity 25:07 Exploring Courage and Self-Perception 25:54 The Importance of Dedication and Grit 28:29 The Power of Mantras and Focus 30:24 Defining Powerful Women 31:46 Challenges of Pregnancy and Work 32:50 Describing the Ideal Client 35:55 Coaching Athletes vs. Professionals 37:04 The Importance of Seasons and Structure 41:50 Holistic Leadership and Physical Well-being 44:27 Future Goals and Community Support 48:00 Closing Remarks and Future Plans The Powerful Ladies podcast, hosted by business coach and strategist Kara Duffy features candid conversations with entrepreneurs, creatives, athletes, chefs, writers, scientists, and more. Every Wednesday, new episodes explore what it means to lead with purpose, create with intention, and define success on your own terms. Whether you're growing a business, changing careers, or asking bigger questions, these stories remind you: you're not alone, and you're more powerful than you think. Explore more at thepowerfulladies.com and karaduffy.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's episode, join special guest Emily LaRusch, founder of Back Office Betties as she shares the too common experience of having a playful brand not being taken seriously. Throughout this episode Emily drops gems on what it takes to lead with vision, inspiration, and personality, all while creating a thriving culture of empowered women leaders. Emily's Super Hero framework for helping high-achieving will allow you to uncover the work you shouldn't be doing, and guide you to reclaim you time and energy. For more stories & resources about and for Fierce Female Leaders, along with how to join a Women Leaders Association Chapter near you, be sure to check out www.womensleaderspodcast.com The Women Leaders Association has chapters in: Akron OH, Albany NY, Albuquerque NM, Atlanta GA, Austin TX, Baltimore MD, Baton Rouge LA, Birmingham AL, Boise IA, Boston MA, Buffalo NY, Charleston SC, Charlotte NY, Chattanooga TN, Chicago IL, Cincinnati OH, Cleveland OH, Columbus OH, Dallas TX, Denver CO, Des Moines IA, Detroit MI, El Paso TX, Grand Rapids MI, Greensboro NC, Greenville SC, Hartford CT, Honolulu HI, Houston TX, Indianapolis IN, Jackson MS, Jacksonville FL, Kansas City MO, Knoxville TN, Las Vegas NV, Little Rock AR, Los Angeles CA, Louisville KY, Madison WI, Memphis TN, Miami FL, Milwaukee WI, Minneapolis MN, Nashville TN, New Orleans LA, New York NY, Norfolk VA, Oklahoma City OK, Omaha NE, Orange County CA, Orlando FL, Philadelphia PA, Phoenix AZ, Pittsburgh PA, Portland OR, Richmond VA, Rochester NY, Sacramento CA, Salt Lake City UT, San Antonio TX, San Diego CA, San Francisco CA, San Juan PR, Seattle CA, Silicon Valley CA, Spokane WA, St Louis MO, Syracuse NY, Tampa FL, Tucson AZ, Tulsa OK, Washington DC, and Wichita KS. We also have very active state-level chapters such as California, Texas, Florida, Pennsylvania, Ohio, Georgia, North Carolina, Michigan, New Jersey, Virginia

In this weeks episode of Delivering #MarketingJoy I sit down with repeat rockstar Mandi Rudd to discuss celebrating women in promo, advice for women starting their careers, collaboration within the industry, and her recent projects and personal growth. Watch now!

What if the next season of your life is the one where everything comes together—your experience, your confidence, and your legacy?I had such a heartfelt conversation with Wendi Brown about her chapter You Are a Profit Powerhouse in Power of What's NEXT: Bold Moves By Design. Wendi's words have stayed with me, especially when she said, “Your legacy is your leverage. Use it.” She also shared a reminder that made me pause—“Confidence without experience is a liability.”What I love about Wendi is how she sees women over 50 as having an incredible advantage. Instead of slowing down, this is the moment to lean into everything you've learned and step forward with boldness.Here are just a few things you'll take away from our conversation: ✨ How your legacy can be the strongest foundation for your future. ✨ Why confidence and experience together create unstoppable momentum. ✨ The real advantage women have in the second half of their careers.

Are you pushing through exhaustion, ignoring the signs of burnout, and questioning your worth?You're not alone. In this week's episode of the Women in Leadership Talk Podcast, Vicki Bradley sits down with executive leadership consultant Lynn Blades, author of The Quiet Burn, unpacks the hidden toll of burnout on women leaders.From battling imposter syndrome to embracing the power of “no,” Lynn shares practical strategies to protect your mental health, honour your achievements, and lead with resilience. Her mantra, “I am a force for good,” is a powerful reminder to every woman striving to balance strength with self-care.

In this Labor Day Special Episode of AI and the Future of Work, host Dan Turchin sits down with three leaders for an open conversation about how AI is reshaping the workplace.They discuss both opportunities and challenges. The focus is on building organizations where technology amplifies human potential rather than replacing it.From rethinking the employee experience to redefining leadership in the AI era, the panel explores themes of empathy, trust, and the evolving social contract between employers and employees. Together, they share what it means to lead responsibly at a moment when the future of work is being rewritten in real time.Featuring Guests:

Send us a textDownload Your FREE Complete Guide to Verbal Judo ScriptsYou walk into the boardroom prepared to present your strategic recommendations to the executive team. The CEO looks up and says, "Oh good, can you grab us some coffee while we wait for everyone to arrive?" You're the Senior Product Manager with four years of leadership experience and three successful product launches under your belt. Sound familiar?What This Episode Is About:This episode teaches you "Verbal Judo" - powerful communication techniques that help women leaders handle microaggressions and workplace challenges with confidence and grace. Host Kele Belton shares strategies to maintain your authority, demonstrate your expertise, and respond professionally when your leadership is inappropriately questioned.What You'll Learn:The unexpected technique that turns challenging comments into opportunities to demonstrate your leadershipWhy your ideas get ignored and the proven strategy that ensures proper credit every timeReady-to-use language for the most common situations that undermine women leadersThe strategic mindset shift that transforms you from defensive to commandingHow to protect your energy while building unshakeable confidence in challenging workplace dynamicsKey Takeaways:✓ Practical scripts you can use immediately in workplace situations ✓ How to establish ownership of your ideas proactively✓ Strategic timing for when to respond vs. when to let things go ✓ Energy management techniques to prevent burnout from constant navigation of workplace dynamicsResources Mentioned:Free download: Complete Guide to Verbal Judo ScriptsIgnite Your Leadership Power Accelerator (registrations opening next week)About Your Host:Kele Belton is a communication and leadership facilitator, coach, and consultant who specializes in helping women leaders develop confidence and impact through strategic communication and practical leadership frameworks.Connect with Kele for more leadership insights:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kele-ruth-belton/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetailoredapproach/Website: https://thetailoredapproach.com

What happens when a high-achieving life sciences executive decides there's more to success than climbing the corporate ladder? Meet Stephanie Joong, who's mastering the art of blending her corporate expertise with her passion for wellness and self-discovery.In this episode of Women Leaders on the Move, Stephanie shares her journey from traditional corporate leadership to solopreneurship, revealing how she's creating space for both professional excellence and personal fulfillment. You'll discover how her years of corporate training became the foundation for her entrepreneurial leap into the health and wellness industry.Together, they reflect on co-creating Thrive in 2025, a women's leadership event built from scratch, and why creating space for yourself, for others, and for community can lead to deeper alignment and fulfillment.You'll hear how Stephanie blends her background in life sciences with a passion for health and wellness, and how saying yes to a “small idea” became a launching point for something much bigger.The 3 ways to blend career and wellness:Transfer Your Corporate Training - Discover how to leverage your expertise into something newCreate Intentional Space - Learn why making room for wellness isn't just self-care, but strategic career planningBridge Industries Strategically - look for synergies between your career now and what gives you joy"I'm shifting a little bit, making more space for more health and wellness industry, to mix really nicely with my life sciences background." - Stephanie JoongWhether you're feeling stuck, curious about solopreneurship, or simply want to blend your professional success with personal wellness, Stephanie's story offers both inspiration and actionable insights.Perfect for ambitious women ready to redefine what leadership looks like on your own terms.Thank you Stephanie Joong for being a featured guest today. Shoutout to Hope Mueller, Jen Pestikas and Jackie Cetera the Thrive in 2025 Women's Conference Team.Keep shining your light bright. The world needs you.About Stephanie JoongWith over 15 years in the life sciences industry starting as an engineer and transitioning to business leadership, Stephanie has built a career she's deeply proud of. As a committed advocate for women in STEM, she volunteers actively providing situational coaching for college students, early-career professionals, grad school applicants, and career shifters. Now, she's applying that same mentorship approach to her own journey as she transitions from traditional corporate leadership to solopreneurship, creating space for both professional excellence and personal fulfillment.WebsiteRetreat September 27thLinkedInConnect with Natalie BenamouNatalie Benamou is the visionary behind Women Leaders on the Move, a Top 10 Women's Leadership podcast by Feedspot. As the Founder of HerCsuite®, she leads a professional women's network and delivers courses and masterminds for women in the second half of their careers. Work 1-2-1 with Natalie as a strategic advisor or fractional chief growth officer.Natalie also serves as President of HER HEALTHX, a nonprofit committed to advancing women's health outcomes.

Welcome to the Mind Movement Health podcast! Kate Boyle interviews Nancy Griffin about the powerful link between health and wealth for women, practical steps to build financial security, and the role of insurance, trusted advisors, and philanthropy. The episode covers how to start planning at any age, teach the next generation, and make confident decisions to protect and grow your net worth while enhancing self-worth.   Connect with Nancy Griffin: Nancy is a connector and influencer. She attributes her success to personal courage, determination, and joy, when focusing on women's health and wellness, hence creating Women, Worth & Wellness®. Nancy 
enjoys every opportunity to inspire and inform women about their personal health and wealth, net worth and self-worth, philanthropy and legacy—so that women feel fabulous, generous, joyful, confident, and on top of their game every day. Nancy Griffin established Women, Worth & Wellness in 1994 as a Private Client Wealth Advisor for her female clients and their families. Nancy continues to promote and inspire Daring & Caring Leaders, encouraging them to step up and lead in the world, following in the footsteps from many other powerful Women Leaders in the past. Nancy's overall purpose is to connect and influence for positive impact every chance she gets. “My Mom was a trailblazer as a women business owner and felt that women should have their own money and wealth–including their own ideas about what to invest in. She was my inspiration for focusing on health, along with wealth, as she would often say “if you don't have your health, you don't have anything. " This has always been my focus as I worked with my clients, especially women, as women often have a disproportionate responsibility to family's health and wellness. An equal focus on health and wealth is inseparable." See more about Nancy's Journey- https://womenworthwellness.com/7000-jars-of-jam/   Website: https://womenworthwellness.com/ LinkedIn Personal: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nancygriffincfpepc/ LinkedIn Company: https://www.linkedin.com/company/womenworthandwellness/ Facebook Personal: https://www.facebook.com/nancy.griffin.1293 Facebook Company: https://www.facebook.com/womenworthandwellness Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/womenworthandwellness/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCODT3IoUJsg0HEDx1zMQRHA X: https://x.com/@womenworthandwePast    Ready to go on retreat?   Restore and Align Pilates Retreat March 20–22, 2026 | Torquay, Victoria Join us for a truly rejuvenating weekend by the sea at the Restore and Align Pilates Retreat—a carefully curated experience designed to help you realign, restore, and reconnect with yourself.   Set in the beautiful coastal town of Torquay, Victoria this local retreat combines energising and restorative Pilates sessions, nourishing food, gentle beach walks, and soulful connection. Whether you're looking to deepen your Pilates practice, take time to rest, or simply recharge in nature, this three-day retreat offers the perfect space to pause and reset—inside and out.   You'll enjoy: Daily Pilates to support strength, flexibility, and alignment Wholesome, seasonal meals to nourish and energise Guided beach walks and mindful moments by the ocean A welcoming, supportive community of like-minded souls   And more…   Come home feeling grounded, refreshed, and reconnected. Your body will thank you and so will your soul. Limited places available so book your spot now and begin your journey to restore and align. To check it out and book your place, click here.     Connect with Kate: Website: MindMovementHealth.com.au Facebook: facebook.com/MindMovementHealth Instagram: instagram.com/MindMovementHealth Haven't subscribed to the podcast yet? Be sure to subscribe and leave us a review at: Apple Podcasts  

This week, we're talking with Gina Mueller about an equipping event she's putting together for women in Christian leadership on October 18th in Avon, Connecticut.  Gina's the Disciple-Making Catalyst at Vision New England.She has more than two decades experience in a variety of leadership roles in a number of ministry. She's been working with other key female leaders to develop this event to equip, support and encourage women in Christian leadership.Follow Us!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/visionnewenglandFacebook: https://facebook.com/visionnewengland  Website: https://www.visionnewengland.orgTo learn more, click here: Women's Equipping Day

On Mission Matters, Adam Torres interviews Mary Ann Scully, Dean of Sellinger School of Business & Management at Loyola University Maryland. Mary Ann reveals how to combine competency, confidence, and courage; why women should claim their voice in finance and wealth; and how her mission is preparing students to lead with impact. This interview is part of our ⁠⁠⁠⁠State of the Women Coverage Series⁠⁠⁠⁠. Big thank you to ⁠⁠⁠⁠Gail Letts!⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Adam on Instagram at ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/⁠⁠⁠⁠ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/⁠⁠⁠⁠ Visit our website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://missionmatters.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠ More FREE content from Mission Matters here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Episode Highlight: On this episode of the Embracing "Only" podcast, we are featuring one of the most impactful moments from episode 10 with guest Priyanka Lugani. Through intuitive decision-making, self-study, and a deep connection to nature and ancient wisdom, she shares how you can lead with your truth, make peace with mistakes, and reimagine what success looks like on your own terms.Priyanka  is a serial entrepreneur and the founder of Alma Deli, a plant-based food brand based in London, which is pushing the boundaries of connecting the ancient wisdoms of the world with food, travel, art, spirit, and science. Today, Priyanka advocates for systemic change across health, education, and food.This episode is just a short snippet that highlights the best and most powerful learning moment from a past episode. You can listen to the full episode (filled with more wisdom) here: Episode 10: Women Leaders on a Mission - Feeding Clean Food to the World.Key Discussion Points:00:59 Choosing Freedom & Self-Expression: Self-expression and freedom of choice are two of the core pillars of entrepreneurship.02:43 Success Without a University Degree: University is not the only path to success, but you have to have a growth mindset and be open to learning in different forms.05:30 The Role of Family Support: Having an emotional and financial support system does give you more freedom to fail, learn, and experiment. 06:35 Finding Your Source of Inspiration: You can find inspiration from so many places in your daily life. In Summary: Priyanka Lugani shares her journey from fashion to holistic healing, emphasizing the importance of self-expression, support systems, and inspiration drawn from health, nature, and ancient wisdom.Resources from this episode:Follow Priyanka on LinkedIn or visit her website. If you happen to be a woman of color and you are looking for a community of like minded women, join Olivia here: https://www.mysistersshoulders.com/ Ready to make a change?→ If you are struggling to navigate your corporate career but are ambitious and have goals you want to accomplish quickly, Olivia is the coach for you. She can help you reach your goals. Reach out to her on LinkedIn or visit oliviacream.com.→ If you are ready to transition out of Corporate and want to start building a profitable portfolio career as a business owner, board member or more, but you're unsure of the next steps, Archita can guide you through a successful transition to entrepreneurship.Reach out to her on LinkedIn or visit architafritz.com.Connect with your hosts:Follow Embracing Only on LinkedIn, Instagram, and Facebook, or check out the website._________Produced by Ideablossoms

In this episode of the Mission Matters podcast, host Adam Torres speaks with Andreas Pettersson, host of the Adapt or Die Podcast. Andreas shares his journey from CEO of a fast-growing tech company to launching his book Power Without Permission, co-created with 13 women leaders. His mission: to replace permission culture, challenge imposter syndrome, and ensure women's brilliance is impossible to ignore. Follow Adam on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/ Visit our website: https://missionmatters.com/ More FREE content from Mission Matters here: https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

"You cannot get healthy until you get happy. Happiness is the road to health. I am way happier now than I ever was as a kid. I am way more empowered. I am me 2.0. I don't even want to be my old self." - Dane JohnsonDane Johnson went from nearly dying of Crohn's disease at 27 to complete healing without medication for over 10 years. After dropping from 190 to 122 pounds and being hooked up to a feeding tube, he discovered that true healing goes far beyond medical intervention. His story offers hope to anyone with chronic illness.IN THIS EPISODE:• Dane's shocking diagnosis story and rock bottom moment at 27• The real root causes of IBD beyond genetics and diet• Why toxins and microbiome imbalances trigger autoimmune responses• The emotional and spiritual work required for true healing• How to become the CEO of your own health journey• Revolutionary food philosophy: why food doesn't heal, but creates healing space• Essential lab tests for identifying root causes• Practical daily strategies for symptom tracking and intuition building• Creating a healing home environment on any budget• The difference between performance health and true wellness• Why taking full responsibility is the first step to recoveryKEY TAKEAWAYS:• Your body is the cure, not food - Food creates space for healing response, but your body does the actual healing• Address root causes, not just symptoms - Toxins, emotional trauma, and microbiome imbalances must all be addressed• True healing is holistic - Physical, emotional, and spiritual work must happen simultaneously for lasting results• Create your healing environment - Invest in your home's air quality, remove mold, prioritize natural light and outdoor space• Lifestyle over diet mentality - Build sustainable habits that make you happy and healthy, not restrictive temporary fixesConnect with Dane Johnsonhttps://www.instagram.com/danejohnson1https://linktr.ee/CrohnsColitisLifestyleFOLLOW USInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/toxicfree.kbTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@toxicfreewithkbYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ToxicFreewithKBShop My Favorite Clean Living & Wellness Products:MASA Chips (25% OFF) – Code: TOXICFREEKBhttps://www.masachips.com/TOXICFREEKBVANDY Crisps (25% OFF) – Code: TOXICFREEKBhttps://vandycrisps.com/TOXICFREEKBLightStim (10% OFF) – Code: TOXICFREEKBhttps://LightStim.comSunlighten Saunas – Code: TOXICFREEKBhttps://get.sunlighten.com/toxicfreekbDelavie Science Skincare (25% OFF) – Code: TOXICFREEhttps://delaviesciences.pxf.io/c/2328608/2331067/26421Branch Basics (15% OFF Starter Kits) – Code: TOXICFREEKBhttps://branchbasics.com/TOXICFREEKBMore recommendations at: https://toxicfree.com/---Disclaimer: The content on Toxic Free with KB is for entertainment purposes only and should not be considered medical or professional advice. Always consult a qualified expert before making health, fitness, or personal decisions.

Breaking through the barriers that hold you back isn't about changing who you are—it's about changing how you think.What's Really Holding You Back From Leadership Success?The biggest barrier to women's leadership advancement isn't external—it's the fixed mindset that keeps you playing small. Research shows that women hold just 25% of senior leadership positions and face a projected 48-year timeline to reach true parity in executive roles. But here's the game-changer: women leaders who embrace a growth mindset are reshaping their neural pathways and accelerating their path to the C-suite.This question haunts nearly every ambitious woman I meet: "What's really holding me back?" At first glance, it seems obvious—lack of sponsorship, limited opportunities, or not fitting the traditional leadership mold. While these external barriers are real, the most transformative shift happens when we look inward.The truth? Your mindset shapes your reality. The Elizabeth Effect: When Fixed Mindset Becomes Your Career Ceiling Let me share Elizabeth's story—a brilliant, results-driven leader who consistently went above and beyond. Despite her stellar performance, promotions kept slipping away. When she finally asked for feedback, the response was devastating: "You don't have enough executive presence."Sound familiar? Research reveals that executive presence is being redefined in 2025, moving beyond traditional markers like vocal projection to encompass emotional intelligence, adaptability, and authentic leadership.Elizabeth could have accepted this label and remained stuck. Instead, she chose growth. As her executive coach, I helped her identify the specific gaps between her current presence and the executive leadership she aspired to embody. Together, we worked on targeted mindset shifts and executive presence strategies—from reframing her inner dialogue to mastering the art of leading rooms even when she felt uncomfortable.The transformation wasn't just tactical; it was deeply psychological. Within a year of implementing these strategies, Elizabeth wasn't just promoted—she became known as the leader who elevated everyone around her.The turning point? One powerful belief: "I can grow." The Neuroscience Behind Your Leadership Transformation Here's the encouraging truth that every woman leader needs to understand: Your brain is built to adapt. Research from the NeuroLeadership Institute shows that 85% of people can shift from a fixed to growth mindset on a weekly basis when they focus on three key habits: valuing progress, experimenting, and learning from others.Every small choice literally rewires your mind for the future you want. This isn't positive thinking—it's applied neuroscience.Fixed vs. Growth Mindset: The Leadership DifferenceFixed Mindset Says:"This is just how I am""I'm never going to be good at this""I can't make mistakes"Growth Mindset Says:"I'm not there yet, but I can learn""Challenges are opportunities to grow""Mistakes are data for improvement"McKinsey's 2025 research on growth leadership reveals that high-performing companies are led by executives who demonstrate five critical mindsets: prioritizing growth, acting boldly, maintaining customer focus, attracting talent, and executing with rigor.The Ripple Effect: How Your Mindset Transforms EverythingWhen you shift your mindset, the impact cascades through every aspect of your leadership:On Yourself: Confidence Becomes Your Competitive EdgeYour mind shift shapes your confidence. Instead of playing small, you start seizing opportunities that align with your potential.On Your Team: Culture Becomes Your LegacyYou set the tone—is it safe to try and learn, or are people afraid to fail? Google's Project Aristotle confirmed that psychological safety, directly linked to growth mindset leadership, is the foundation of innovative teams.On Your Results: Growth Becomes Your GPSYou determine whether you seize opportunities or stay stuck in familiar territory.

Listen in and feel heard, by the story of a woman who dedicates her work tirelessly to improve the positioning of women in leadership.When she started her career in corporate banking, and quickly moved through the ranks, to become a high-performer, Dr. Anino Emuwa noticed deeply rooted biases, when she became a mother, despite continuously presenting excellent results. She shares how she had to try hard to convince her colleagues, that she will not be working less, but differently and that everyone will need to get flexible. She realized how in general systematic issues beyond individual performance were holding women back.Dr. Anino shifted her focus to improving global business and society through gender equality leadership.She shares how she organically grew her global community 100 Women @ Davos including women from 109 countries. And emphsizes how change and shifts only happen when people work together towards a united goal and with a united purpose: full representation of women in leadership (even though at current pace this will approximately take another 200 years ...).She talks about barriers to women's leadership: historical workplace structures, socialization of both men and women in traditional roles, organisational policies and cultures that don't reward assertiveness in women, need for equipping women with knowledge and networks. We also discuss how men in leadership need to actively speak out and challenge hierarchical norms - still too little  men are vocal to drive significant change. Dr. Anino is a global expert on women's leadership and works at the intersection of emerging technologies, entrepreneurship and inclusion. She serves on the boards of several organisations, ,is a LinkedIn top voice on gender equity and a TEDx speaker. She served as a judge, coach and regional leader for the Cartier Women's Initiative.####On another note: I am so proud and excited to announce that SHIFT HAPPENS' Season 5 is supported by London based jewellery brand Tilly Sveaas. Its founder, Tilly Sveaas creates gorgeous, timeless pieces that have been featured in Vogue, Harper's Bazaar, Marie Claire, The Times, The New York Times etc. … Her jewellery is for women of all ages. Guess who is wearing it too: noone less then Taylor Swift.And if you Watch this episode on YOUTUBE and you can see me wearing the legendary TBar necklace.Go to www.tillysveaas.co.uk and use my code SHIFTHAPPENS to get 15% off. ####To learn more about my guest Dr. Anino Emuwa, please visit her social media pages:Instagram: @dr.emuwa, @100DavosWomen, @avandisconsultingLInkedIn: linkedin.com/in/dr-anino-emuwa, linkedin.com/in/100-women-DavosWebsite: Avandis ConsultingTo learn more about SHIFT HAPPENS, click here To learn more about Claudia's business Curated Conversations and her Salons in New York, Zurich and Berlin, click hereYou can also connect with Claudia on Instagram @shifthappens.podcast and LinkedIn at ClaudiaMahlerNYCThis podcast is created, produced and hosted by Claudia Mahler.

One woman rented helicopters to spread the Jesus Video in the mountains of Albania. Another woman organized the HR systems as Cru grew form a staff of hundreds to one of thousands. This is Part 2 from the new book by Judy Douglass recounting the stories of 15 women leaders of Cru / Campus Crusade for Christ titled "Her Calling, Our Legacy. Pioneer Women of Cru. The Tru316 Foundation (www.Tru316.com) is the home of The Eden Podcast with Bruce C. E. Fleming where we “true” the verse of Genesis 3:16. The Tru316 Message is that “God didn't curse Eve (or Adam) or limit woman in any way.” Once Genesis 3:16 is made clear the other passages on women and men become clear too. You are encouraged to access the episodes of Seasons 1-11 of The Eden Podcast for teaching on the seven key passages on women and men. Are you a reader? We invite you to get from Amazon the four books by Bruce C. E. Fleming in The Eden Book Series (Tru316.com/trubooks). Would you like to support the work of the Tru316 Foundation? You can become a Tru Partner here: www.Tru316.com/partner

Hello and welcome to the Women Leaders in Sports Podcast! I'm your host, Patti Phillips, CEO of Women Leaders. Today, I'm joined by Erika Wallace, Director of Athletics at Wayne State University. In just three years, Erika has grown from an interim role to leading her department with impact across athletics, academics, and the community. Her success stems from showing up with intention and seizing opportunities without waiting for perfect conditions. In this episode, Erika shares how she's owned her role, made bold decisions, and built confidence as a leader, which she says, was shaped by her experience as a student-athlete and involvement with Women Leaders. Keep listening for more takeaways from Erika and remember, We Are Women Leaders!

TWiV reviews the major shakeup in CDC leadership, herpes simplex virus infection doubles the risk of dementia, and the prototypic crAssphage is a linear phage-plasmid. Hosts: Vincent Racaniello, Rich Condit, Brianne Barker, and Jolene Ramsey Subscribe (free): Apple Podcasts, RSS, email Become a patron of TWiV! Links for this episode Support science education at MicrobeTV CDC director ousted? (CNN) Herpes simplex infection doubles risk of dementia (J Alzheimers Res) Fishing for viruses in senile (TWiV 519) Epstein-Barr virus and MS (TWiV 869) Taking a shot at dementia (TWiV 1207) crAssphage is linear phage-plasmid (Cell Host Microbe) Crassvirales (MDPI) Timestamps by Jolene Ramsey. Thanks! Weekly Picks Brianne – Research posts on Bluesky are more original — and get better engagement Rich – Rabbits With Hornlike Growths Are Hopping Around Colorado. Are They OK? (Wiki on Shope papilloma virus) Jolene – Lessons Learned: Stories from Women Leaders in STEM Vincent – What Makes This Song Great? “Smells Like Teen Spirit” Nirvana Listener Picks Lori – Tolga bat hospital Emmett – An author recommendation: Peter Watts Intro music is by Ronald Jenkees Send your virology questions and comments to twiv@microbe.tv Content in this podcast should not be construed as medical advice.