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Come dive in and meet the people doing all they can for healthier seas and oceans- from above and below the waves! We talk to divers, fishers, experts, and more about what they are doing to protect our source of life and how we can help from wherever we are. Healthy Seas is a marine conservation organization whose mission is to tackle the ghost fishing phenomenon and turn this waste into an opportunity for a more circular economy. They do this through clean-ups, prevention, education, and wo ...
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Get informed, get inspired, and get empowered to make more animal and eco friendly choices. The Forces for Nature podcast celebrates people who are doing great things in sustainability, conservation, and animal-related issues. We bring you uplifting stories of these everyday heroes; their trials and triumphs; and how they find the motivation to keep going. You’ll leave feeling hopeful, prepped with actionable tips that answer your question, “But what can I possibly do,” so that you, too, can ...
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Conservation Connection

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Every day, scientists and conservationists around the globe are working to answer critical questions about our rapidly changing environment and the organisms that live there; the minute details of their work reveal both the beauty and the precarious balance of the natural world. Join the Conservation Connection team as we interview today's leading wildlife scientists and conservationists about their most recent discoveries. Listen in to hear the ongoing story of the environmental work being ...
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Leading Lady Podcast | Coaching and Accountability for Ambitious Women Entrepreneurs

AliceAnne Loftus | Certified Professional Coach (CPC) specializing in Leade

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Through live workshops, AliceAnne will get to the core of what it takes to truly show up as your best self both personally and professionally. AliceAnne helps high-achieving women in leadership and in small business align their core values with not only their business, but also their relationships, leadership style, and overall life satisfaction.
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Send Crystal a text letting her know what you thought about the show! Did you ever travel somewhere that left a deep impression on you? Join Crystal DiMiceli as she reflects on her recent adventure to Rwanda, where she fulfilled her dream of seeing gorillas. Turns out, they weren't the only things that left her speechless. Highlights The incredible…
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Thanks to our listeners who pointed out that we uploaded the wrong file this week! The problem is now fixed. Protecting the ocean can seem like a whale of a task! Luckily we have the solutions to turn the tides. We sat down with George Cummings at EarthX to learn about his work as an ocean ambassador. From the UN Sustainable Development Goals, to p…
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What if something that’s been illegal for years could be the thing that helps you improve your mental health for good? In this episode of the Leading Lady podcast, we’re breaking down stigmas surrounding the use of cannabis and psychedelics in the healthcare space. If you’ve ever had questions, now’s your chance to get answers from a board-certifie…
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Wind turbines are an incredible source of renewable, carbon-neutral energy that can be deadly to bats. This week we talk to a scientist who's trying to fix that. We sit down at EarthX with Dr. Sarah Fritts, an associate professor of wildlife ecology at Texas State University, to learn how she's working to keep bats away from critical renewable ener…
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Edd Stockdale is the Coordinator of the Finnish Scientific Diving Academy at the Tvärminne Zoological Station, University of Helsinki. Edd shares his expertise on scientific diving, a specialized field that merges diving skills with scientific research, particularly in marine biology and archaeology. Understanding Scientific Diving Scientific divin…
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Are you at the top of your game in business and life but for some reason still not feeling like yourself? It’s so frustrating not feeling like yourself when you can’t figure out why, but it’s not uncommon for women in midlife. In this episode of the Leading Lady podcast, I’m joined by my fellow Leading Lady Ambassador and business bestie, Dr. Sara …
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When you're standing in the Pitcairn islands, the closest another human gets is the astronauts on the International Space Station. You're also standing on the most plastic polluted beach in the world. This week we learn how Brett Howell, of Howell Conservation Fund, and his team removed ocean plastics from one of the most remote islands on the plan…
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How the heck do you get started with SEO?! Great question. Maybe I can help. I know that SEO can be overwhelming to those of us who don’t understand it, so I’ve recruited the help of my good friend and fellow Leading Lady Chrissy Rey to share her insider knowledge of SEO and teach you how to use it to get more eyes on your business. If you want to …
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Are you doing Kegels or other pelvic floor exercises because someone on Instagram told you to? Stop! You could be doing more harm than good. In this episode, you’ll learn how to make educated decisions about your pelvic floor health. Julie Blamphin is here to share her passion for improving pelvic floor stability through yoga in real life. She’s wa…
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Exciting news! I’m in a new book! In this episode of the Leading Lady podcast, I thought I’d share my chapter in the new book Hot Mess to Hot Mom by Tara De Leon. My chapter is called “Marriage, Baby, and Business, Oh My: Navigating a good opportunity with seemingly bad timing.” Tune in to this episode to hear the chaotic story behind how I found m…
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Send Crystal a text letting her know what you thought about the show! Get to know the host of Forces for Nature, Crystal DiMiceli, better! In this show swap, she joins Stephanie Manka on The Fancy Scientist podcast. Stephanie has a great show that helps wildlife conservationists navigate their careers and she also provides coaching and mentoring fo…
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How do you remain consistent in your business when life gets hectic and you can’t keep up with everything? We all go through seasons when life just gets too busy. The more I talk to other women in business, the more I realize how true that is. I have successfully created a business that can continue to thrive with consistency and efficiency when ot…
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Dr. Anna von Rebay is the founder and CEO of Ocean Vision Legal (OVL), the first law firm worldwide entirely specializing in Ocean Protection. OVL focuses on the enforcement of existing obligations to protect the marine environment (Ocean Litigation) and advocates for new laws to provide better protection standards for the Ocean (Ocean Rights). Und…
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Do you feel like you are a leading lady? In this episode, I sat down with Sabrina Mapp, and we dug into authenticity, discovering our strength, and showing up as the leading lady that we want to be. Sabrina is a nerdy, introverted, idealist. A late Gen X-er and maybe a bit of a late bloomer, she is currently living her life backward. Her new favori…
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Send Crystal a text letting her know what you thought about the show! It often feels like there's only bad news being reported these days. It's easy to feel that way but, if you dig a little deeper, you can find reports of hopeful things that are happening. Laura Sitterly is a climate reporter that you can trust to find the silver lining in her sto…
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Having spent more than 7000 hours underwater, Dr. Sylvia Earle has some incredible stories to tell about life under the sea! In the final episode of season 9 we sit down at EarthX2024 with one of the biggest names in ocean conservation EVER, Dr. Sylvia Earle! Listen in to hear how she fell in love with the ocean, what it's like to follow the same e…
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Personal brand photography is vital to success, but taking portraits can feel overwhelming and intimidating. Don’t you agree? I am not someone who likes to be photographed, but my guest today, Maureen Porto, has a way of making me feel comfortable and confident while she photographs me. Maureen Porto is an award-winning portrait photographer specia…
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From 250 pound sea turtles to half-pound terrapins, the staff of Jekyll Island Authority work all year long to protect their native wildlife! This week we chat with David Zailo and Will Hicks, staff at the Georgia Sea Turtle Center on Jekyll Island, about the important work they're doing to protect some of North America's most incredible turtles!…
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You don’t have to upend your life to make animal and environmentally-friendly choices. Topics like climate change and deforestation can be really overwhelming to think about. After all, how much of a difference can one person really make? The truth is, we need everyone’s effort. Taking steps to be more environmentally friendly will make an impact. …
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When he learned that 95% of California's kelp forests had disappeared in the past 10 years, Adam Hussain devised a plan to put his underwater film skills to use saving the ecosystem that he loved! This week we sit down at EarthX with the director of the upcoming documentary Seaforestation to learn about the critical role that kelp forests play in t…
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Send Crystal a text letting her know what you thought about the show! Conserving land doesn't have to be all or nothing. We don't have to choose between setting aside whole tracks of forests to protect them or cutting them all down for economic development. Laurie Wayburn, the co-founder and president of Pacific Forest Trust, has found a middle gro…
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Have you ever thought about hiring a business coach? I talk to so many women on discovery calls who are trying to decide if hiring a coach is the right move for them. The decision to hire a business coach or life coach is a big one, so you don’t want to go into this decision without doing your research and knowing what exactly you need and what to …
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We're diving into the murky waters of ghost farms with Veronika Mikos, the director of Healthy Seas. Ghost farms, a relatively unknown, but significant, threat to marine ecosystems and coastal communities, are the focus of this insightful conversation. Veronika guides us through the intricacies of what ghost farms are, where they are typically foun…
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Although 85% of wild oyster reefs have disappeared over the past 120 years, Georgia's oyster populations are thriving! Listen in as we chat with Justin Manley, the hatchery manager at UGA Marine Extension and Georgia Sea Grant’s Shellfish Research Laboratory on Skidaway Island! We get deep into the science of oyster aquaculture and learn all about …
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We all need a break sometimes. In this week's episode of The Leading Lady Podcast, I am talking about the importance of taking a break. You don’t need to wait for an opening to get a break or a “good time” to take a vacation, you can schedule these breaks or vacations into your life whenever you need them. I know it can seem impossible to do becaus…
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Let’s talk about the power of saying no. By that, I mean sometimes when we say “no”, we are actually saying “yes”. Now I know what you may be thinking- no means no, right? I get that! By saying no to something, you are often saying yes to something else. In this week’s episode of Leading Lady, I am diving into why saying no to what doesn’t light yo…
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Send Crystal a text letting her know what you thought about the show! Bonnie Monteleone is the Founder & Director of Science, Research, and Academic Partnerships of the Plastic Ocean Project (POP) whose mission is finding science-based solutions to the global plastic pollution crisis. In 2019, she was working on a documentary about the North Atlant…
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In a changing ocean, whales and their protectors must react fast to stay ahead of the curve! This week we sit down with Cathy Sakas, a life long adventurer, biologist, and ocean advocate. She found the first North Atlantic right whale calf in Georgia over forty years ago, and has spent her career working to ensure that they'll survive in the face o…
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Are you a working mom? In today’s episode of Leading Lady, I’m talking about the unique challenges and circumstances I have faced as a working mom myself. Before you think that this episode is about how much harder it is being a working mom than it is for other women in business, I want to say that I have tried very hard not to tie up my identity i…
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Over 300 species rely on the Gopher Tortoise - and its burrows - to survive! This week we chat with disturbance ecologist Barbara Blonder at Flagler College to learn about the struggles and survival tactics of coastal gopher tortoises! She uses her research and her position as City Commissioner to help St. Augustine make the best possible managemen…
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Let’s talk about consistency! In business, it is so important that you show up consistently. This is one of the most important factors of success, but how do you choose what platform to be consistent on? There are many to choose from, but you don’t have to be on them all if that doesn't feel right to you. For me, it’s all about the platform that I …
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Naude Dreyer is the co-founder of Ocean Conservation Namibia (OCN), a non-profit organization established in 2020 with a mission to rescue marine life, especially seals, entangled in plastic pollution and raise awareness about the devastating impact of this waste on our oceans. Through Naude's firsthand accounts, listeners gain insight into the hea…
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In this episode of the Leading Lady podcast, I’m sharing the lessons I’ve learned from Zac Efron. Just kidding! Kind of… I was watching a Zac Efron movie (you’ll have to tune in to find out which one) that ended with an unexpectedly powerful message, and naturally I immediately wanted to talk about it with you. The message is one about leaving behi…
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Send Crystal a text letting her know what you thought about the show! In a time where our planet's health is at the forefront of global discussions, understanding the intricacies of climate change is not just beneficial; it's imperative. Bryce Coon is the Director of Education Initiatives at Earthday.org and a passionate advocate for embedding clim…
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Would you ever talk to your employees about their diet? In this episode of the Leading Lady podcast, we’re talking about corporate wellness programs and how they can improve your employees’ overall well-being. Specifically, we’re talking to Elizabeth Harris about her program centered on rejecting diet culture and embracing a happier relationship wi…
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Women in the corporate world are often told that they have to put their work before everything else in order to be successful or in order to climb the corporate ladder, they can’t “be difficult”. In today's episode of the Leading Lady podcast, I sat down with Susan Shingledecker to hear the incredible story of how she knew her worth and values and …
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Emily Owen is the Marine Program Director at WildAid, an organization at the forefront of marine protection efforts. With their recent Earthshot Prize win, WildAid is setting the bar high for global conservation initiatives. In this conversation, Emily delves into one of WildAid’s specialties- the enforcement of Marine Protected Areas (MPAs). Highl…
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What’s the secret to doing it all? Well, the secret is you can’t. If you see someone who looks like they have it all together and they’re doing all the things, I promise you they have a support system behind them helping them get it all done. I think it’s important for us to talk about this more so that we can break down the idea that you should be…
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Send Crystal a text letting her know what you thought about the show! Our disconnection from nature has never been greater and this is resulting in not only a crisis for our planet but for our own well-being too. Ciara Byrne, the founder of Green Our Planet, has been using school gardens to help bridge this disconnect. Through her organization, the…
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EXGREEN20 We're wrapping up this season with some big changes, some quick announcements, and a conversation on the value of collaboration! Check back on April 2nd for the start of our next season when we'll be investigating coastal conservation in the American southeast, and come see us at EarthX in Dallas from April 22 to April 26th! Visit EarthX.…
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Welcome to the 200th episode of the Leading Lady podcast! I can’t believe I’m already celebrating four years of podcasting! Whether you’re a long-time listener or this is the first episode you’re clicking on, thank you for being here. As I was reflecting on this milestone and what I wanted to talk about in this episode, I started thinking about how…
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Send Crystal a text letting her know what you thought about the show! There's magic in nature and all of us. T. A. Barron integrates this belief into his life as a bestselling author, conservationist, and host of the Magic & Mountains podcast. But, it's his work honoring young changemakers with the Gloria Barron Prize for Young Heroes, that really …
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This week we dive deeper into the spider shoal lily and its role in the Chattahoochee River ecosystem by sitting down with Natalie Downey from the Chattahoochee River Conservancy. Listen in to learn about the importance of this flower and the ways that volunteers are working to restore its population! Click here to get involved: ChattRiver.org…
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Dive into the depths of marine litter detection with Manuel Arias, an earth observation scientist at the Instituto de Ciencias del Mar in Spain in this episode of the Healthy Seas Podcast. As specialists in cleaning the seas and combating marine pollution, the Healthy Seas Foundation brings you an insightful conversation with Arias, who delves into…
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On Georgia's southern border lies the Okefenokee Swamp, our nation's largest intact blackwater wetland. For thousands of years it's been a place of refuge and recreation, but modern industry is threatening to change it forever. Listen in this week to Deborah Reed (Reed's Grocery Store) and Rena Peck (Georgia River Network) as we discuss the value o…
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We’ve all heard that comparison is the thief of joy, but lately, I’ve realized how true that really is. All the time I hear women talking about how they should be doing something because they see someone else doing it, and believe me, I fall into this trap too. I get it. Why do we think that doing something we don’t want to do is somehow going to m…
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Let’s take a moment to celebrate you. Before you really get locked into your goals for 2024, I want to encourage you to take a moment to look back and see how far you’ve come. In this episode of the Leading Lady podcast, I’m going to invite you to take inventory of all the amazing things you’ve achieved and celebrate all your hard work. I recently …
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Send Crystal a text letting her know what you thought about the show! We all know that plastics have become a problem, but there's even more to it than the litter you see thrown on the ground. Dr. Roopa Krithivasan is the Director of Research for Defend Our Health, an environmental health and justice organization. They recently released a report ti…
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