In these unfiltered conversations, Linda Katz and Laura Gates-Lupton explore the delights and dilemmas of the modern day feminist. They dive into women's relationship to power, the obstacles that stand in the way of liberation, and creating a life of our own choosing. Want to be a guest? Fill out this application: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfbCBLYbF2h0tM5MU2Xgn5Xg4iW-0L9rRS0nDPpOON4DjcQtQ/viewform?usp=sf_link
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Welcome to "No Wrong Choices," the podcast that explores the fascinating and diverse career journeys of successful and inspiring people, hosted by The Fellas. In each episode, we sit down with a new guest from a wide range of industries, backgrounds, and experiences to hear their story. We chat about the choices they made along the way, the obstacles they overcame, and the valuable lessons they learned that helped them succeed. From entrepreneurs to artists, scientists to athletes, we highli ...
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Nighttime whispers: exploring the magic of our dreams
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Send us a text. We'd love to hear from you! Welcome to Woman Uncaged, Episode 11 of Season 2! Today we're talking about dreams, of the nocturnal variety. We talk about cultivating a relationship with our dreams, our recurring dreams, and what our dreams mean in our waking lives. Linda (aka the dream whisperer) shares how a dream and a Tarot card le…
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Behind The Scenes of Talent Management with Sports Agent Adam Katz
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What does it take to represent Hall of Fame athletes and negotiate with legendary figures like George Steinbrenner? In this episode of No Wrong Choices, we explore the remarkable career of sports agent Adam Katz. With over 40 years in the sports management business, Adam has represented iconic players like Sammy Sosa and worked with Hall of Famers,…
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Laura's Midlife Reinvention: A Personal Story
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Send us a text. We'd love to hear from you! Welcome to episode 10, season 2 of the Woman Uncaged podcast! In this week's episode, Laura shares a major personal shift that she is undergoing. Seventeen weeks ago, Laura separated from her husband of 29 years and moved to a new city and state. This is a deep, honest, soulful, and beautiful conversation…
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Paul Keller: Defending Innovation in a Tech-Driven World
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How do you protect innovation in today’s tech-driven world? In this episode of No Wrong Choices, Intellectual Property trial lawyer Paul Keller shares his firsthand experiences and insights from a career spent defending groundbreaking ideas. From navigating complex patent litigation to staying ahead of emerging technologies like AI, self-driving ca…
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Send us a text. We'd love to hear from you! Welcome to episode 9, season 2 of the Woman Uncaged podcast! This week's episode was inspired by the book The Perfectionist's Guide to Losing Control by Katherine Morgan Schafler. This episode is especially for you uncaged women out there who have ever been called "perfectionists" (and not in a positive w…
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From Corporate Heights to Startup Success with Linda Sawyer & Alison Matz
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What makes two lifelong friends walk away from the pinnacle of their careers to start something completely new? Meet former Advertising CEO Linda Sawyer and former Magazine Publisher Alison Matz, the founders of Skura Style. After reaching the heights of success in their industries, they took a leap of faith to create a smarter, more beautiful kitc…
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Can you choose your own oppression? #tradwife
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Send us a text. We'd love to hear from you! Welcome to Episode 8 of Season 2 of the Woman Uncaged Podcast. We talk about the lifestyle and aesthetic of #tradwife. Why has it become so popular? Why is this a choice that women are making? What aspects are appealing? What is the role of the patriarchy here? We reference: Trevor Noah's podcast: https:/…
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Ian Eagle on the Power of Teamwork, Mentorship, and Family in Broadcasting (part 2)
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In this second part of our conversation with beloved sports broadcaster Ian Eagle, we dive deeper into his journey from breaking into the industry to solidifying his place as one of the most respected voices in sports. Ian reflects on the importance of teamwork in broadcasting, how listening shapes his style, and the role that relationships play in…
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Growing an Uncaged Business with Suzanne Culberg
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Send us a text. We'd love to hear from you! Welcome to Episode 7 of season 2 of the Woman Uncaged podcast! In this week's episode we have a very special guest joining us: The Nope Coach herself, Suzanne Culberg, speaking about how to create a truly uncaged business. We dive into: - When Suzanne felt like she lost the fun in her business and how she…
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Ian Eagle's Playbook for Success: Lessons From Behind The Mic (Part 1)
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Ever wondered how someone becomes one of the most iconic voices in sports broadcasting? In this first part of a two-part series, we explore Ian Eagle's incredible career journey—from a young sports enthusiast who grew up watching his parents perform at legendary Catskills resorts to becoming the voice of the NCAA Men’s College Basketball Tournament…
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Meaning, Vitality, and Feeling Astonishingly Alive
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Send us a text. We'd love to hear from you! Welcome to the Woman Uncaged Podcast Season 2, Episode 6! Today we're talking about what makes for a well-lived life, which was inspired by the article "The Mondays We've Got Left" on We're all Getting Older, a substack Laura reads regularly, by Lou Blaser. You can read that article here: https://open.sub…
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When Perpetual Healing Prevents Us From Living
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Send us a text. We'd love to hear from you! Welcome to episode 5, season 2 of the Woman Uncaged podcast! This week's episode was inspired by a song called Healing is Not My Purpose by Toni Jones (available via Spotify here: https://open.spotify.com/track/3YjTY55wEzj5PJXexonZPj?si=7b28501a392c49a3 ) "The healing should be in service to living." - La…
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Send us a text. We'd love to hear from you! Welcome to episode 4 of season 2! The pressure to choose one area of focus, or one passion, can have a paralyzing effect, and therefore, become part of the patriarchal cage. In this episode we talk about what it means to be multipassionate, and why it's important to embrace your multipassionate self. We e…
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Send us a text. We'd love to hear from you! Welcome to Episode 3, Season 2 of the Woman Uncaged podcast! In this episode, Linda speaks with artist and coach Karen Light about Why Creativity Matters (beloved co-host Laura was on vacay while this episode was recorded!). "Relaxation is the best friend of creativity." - Karen Light Karen and Linda dive…
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Send us a text. We'd love to hear from you! Welcome to Episode 2, Season 2 of the Woman Uncaged Podcast! In today's episode we dive into the topic of relationships and are they as much work as we are led to believe?! Topics and questions we discuss include... - What if relationships are not meant to be work, but rather the antidote to it? - Laura's…
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How do we cultivate self-belief in the face of unrelenting misogyny?
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Send us a text. We'd love to hear from you! in the midst of being bombarded by patriarchal messages like "women shouldn't be allowed to get an education until they've had two babies" and if you're a single woman, you have "no direct stake in the future" of the US, how do we cultivate and maintain our own unwavering self-belief and self-worth? That'…
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Scott Barkham: Cultivating Talent and Success in Music (Part 2)
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In the second part of our series with Scott Barkham, we continue the journey from his foundational experiences at River Sound Recording Studio to his evolution into a renowned music talent manager and producer. Scott discusses the challenges and triumphs of navigating the music industry, leveraging his early lessons from working with legends like D…
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Mentored by Legends: Scott Barkham’s Path from Music Studio to Talent Management (Part 1)
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Every journey in the music industry has its pivotal moments, and for Scott Barkham, his path was shaped by the legendary River Sound recording studio, owned by Steely Dan’s Donald Fagen and record producer Gary Katz. In this first part of our two-part series, we delve into Scott’s incredible career journey story, exploring how he broke into the bus…
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Send us a text. We'd love to hear from you! Welcome to the 23rd episode of Woman Uncaged with Linda Katz and Laura Gates-Lupton For kids, fun is a priority and their main motivator. So where does that go? Why, as adults, does fun have be slotted into "left over" time? Where did the freedom, that our younger selves thought we'd have as adults, go? W…
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Laughs, Voices, and Gourmet Choices with Bill Lobley
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How can one person be an actor, comedian, voice over artist, puppeteer, musician, gourmet chef, and mixologist? Meet Bill Lobley, whose multifaceted career is nothing short of extraordinary. From his early days at Fordham University to countless appearances in movies, TV shows, commercials, video games, and beyond, including standout roles in “Arca…
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Send us a text. We'd love to hear from you! Welcome to episode 22 of the Woman Uncaged Podcast! We discuss: - Recent examples of the invisibility of women - How women's invisibility impacts our physical wellness - How patriarchy attempts to control women in myriad ways, including the how a bill was blocked that would protect access to contraception…
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In Memory of Bill Walton: From Basketball Courts to Concert Halls
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In this special edition of “No Wrong Choices,” we pay tribute to the legendary Bill Walton by revisiting a treasured conversation from our SiriusXM days. Known for his towering presence and vibrant personality, Walton’s impact extended far beyond basketball. Walton delves into his philosophies on life, the teachings of his revered coach John Wooden…
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Send us a text. We'd love to hear from you! Welcome to episode 21 of the Woman Uncaged Podcast! We discuss: - Linda shares how she has started bringing the energy of work into so many areas of her life (working on ourselves, our bodies, our pets, our kids, our relationships...so much work!) - How a desired end state that we are trying to engineer o…
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Whimsy and Wonder: Discover the Art of John Schieffer
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Can everyday objects transform into art that speaks? Step into the world of John Schieffer, a visionary still-life painter whose large-scale wood panel artworks turn childhood whimsy into profound statements. In this episode of "No Wrong Choices," we explore John's fascinating transition from a skilled art restorer to a celebrated contemporary pain…
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Send us a text. We'd love to hear from you! Welcome to episode 20 of the Woman Uncaged Podcast! We discuss: -Is it a midlife crisis or a midlife questioning? -How failing to listen to the deeper questions and the deeper yearnings, may move us into crisis mode or physical symptoms. -How does the male version differ from the female version? -What are…
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Send us a text. We'd love to hear from you! Welcome to episode 19 of the Woman Uncaged podcast! In this week's episode, we use a topic that has been popping up in several of Laura's coaching sessions recently as a jumping off point to talk about money, relationships, reenvisioning work, and more. We cover: - Women in heterosexual marriages where th…
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Rocking the Airwaves: Scott Ferrall's Unfiltered Journey Through Sports Radio
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Unleash your wild side with Scott Ferrall, the trailblazing shock jock of sports radio, whose gravelly voice and no-holds-barred style have captivated a cult following from coast to coast for nearly four decades. Dive into a career that breaks all molds on this episode of "No Wrong Choices." Please note: This episode contains explicit content and l…
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Work: Conundrums and Confessions- featuring guest co-host, author Julie Falatko
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Send us a text. We'd love to hear from you! In our 18th episode of the Woman Uncaged Podcast, Laura welcomes a special guest to the Woman Uncaged Podcast. Julie Falatko is an award-winning, prolific children's author, who also teaches online classes, and writes a fabulous newsletter on Substack called Do The Work. Julie and I discuss: -what counts …
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The Guardian of Giants: Nina Fascione’s Crusade for Rhinos
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Can one person make a difference in the fight against extinction? This episode of "No Wrong Choices" features Nina Fascione, visionary leader of the International Rhino Foundation, whose career journey exemplifies how passion can evolve into impactful action. From early childhood, captivated by the wonders of the animal kingdom, Nina has carved a p…
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The Power of Social Work: Christina Byrne's Mission to Transform Lives
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Can empathy transform a city? Meet Christina Byrne, the trailblazing executive director of St. Francis Friends of the Poor, reshaping New York's social landscape. Dive into Christina's remarkable journey from her childhood aspirations of becoming a doctor or lawyer to her transformative role in social work. Choosing a path of impact over personal g…
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The Ouchiness of Unsubscribes for Women in Business
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Send us a text. We'd love to hear from you! Welcome to episode 17 of the Woman Uncaged Podcast. This conversation was prompted by newsletter that Laura wrote, of which the subject line was very similar to this episode! (You can read that Monday Missive here, if you wish: https://us17.campaign-archive.com/?u=ed5e7ea6928f28b2d95ef8fb3&id=d77933f7a0.)…
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Turn Challenges Into Adventures with CIRE Travel CEO Eric Hrubant
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Ever wondered how the greatest challenges can forge the most remarkable leaders? Join us on 'No Wrong Choices' as we delve into the life of Eric Hrubant, CEO and Founder of CIRE Travel. Raised in Jackson Heights, Queens, Eric's journey from a tough childhood to becoming an inspiring visionary in the luxury travel industry embodies the spirit of res…
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Send us a text. We'd love to hear from you! Welcome to the 16th episode of the Woman Uncaged Podcast with Laura Gates-Lupton and Linda Katz! Today we are diving into women DOING. SO. MUCH. In this episode, Linda shares why she fell apart when Ursa's dog food order was late (as her husband said, "I don't think this is just about the dog food...") an…
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Learn to Lead: Navigating Success with TV Ad Executive Brian Norris
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Join us on No Wrong Choices as we sit down with Brian Norris, the dynamic Chief Revenue Officer at EW Scripps Company, who shares his extraordinary journey from the vibrant streets of Brooklyn to the high-stakes boardrooms of the media world. In this very open conversation, Brian discusses the core beliefs and relentless determination that took him…
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Send us a text. We'd love to hear from you! Welcome to the 15th episode of the Woman Uncaged Podcast with Laura Gates-Lupton and Linda Katz! This episode was inspired by this quote: "Men are afraid that women will laugh at them. Women are afraid that men will kill them." Margaret Atwood, 1982 We dive into: Why the fears you feel, as a woman, aren't…
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The Write Prescription: Randi Hutter Epstein's Medical Journey to Journalism
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Would you go to medical school to become a better writer? Randi Hutter Epstein did. Unconventional best defines the career journey of the multi-talented Medical Journalist, Author, College Professor, and MD, Randi Hutter Epstein. Coming out of college, Randi knew two things: she wanted to write and was fascinated by the medical field. What to do? H…
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Send us a text. We'd love to hear from you! Welcome to the 14th episode of the Woman Uncaged Podcast with Laura Gates-Lupton and Linda Katz! In this episode we talk about how to cultivate radical self-trust and why that is such a pivotal part of living an uncaged life. We explore and discuss: - The role that self-trust plays in claiming our own fre…
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The Voice of Legacy: Rich Demarco's March to the Mic of West Point
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Discover the voice behind West Point's legacy, Rich DeMarco, in this gripping episode of No Wrong Choices. From WFAN intern to sports broadcasting icon, Rich shares the passion and grit required to narrate the journey of one of America's most storied military academies. His tale is more than a career story; it's a lesson in dedication, offering a r…
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The Uncaged Woman and Romantic Relationships with Men
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Send us a text. We'd love to hear from you! Welcome to the 13th episode of the Woman Uncaged Podcast with Laura Gates-Lupton and Linda Katz! In this episode we talk about how necessary it is to center our own happiness and success, in order to be uncaged, and how difficult that can be in heterosexual relationships. "What I’m asking women to do is t…
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Genuine Influence: The Liz Kaplow Approach to PR and Leadership
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Where do art, enterprise, and great storytelling converge? Find out in this episode of 'No Wrong Choices,' as we explore the world of Liz Kaplow, the innovative CEO and founder of Kaplow Communications. For over three decades, Liz has seamlessly blended her artistic heritage with business acumen, reshaping the field of public relations. Raised on d…
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Who Are You Beyond the Roles You Play for Others?
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Send us a text. We'd love to hear from you! Welcome to the 12th episode of the Woman Uncaged podcast! In this week's episode, Laura and Linda dive into the feminine archetypes that are missing in our patriarchal culture and how that plays into defining ourselves beyond the roles we play for others. We explore and discuss: - The feminine archetypes …
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Inside The Operating Room with Heart Transplant Surgeon Dr. Brian Lima (Part 2)
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Ever wondered what it takes to pioneer a heart transplant program, or how surgeons remain both strong and loose under the crushing pressure of life-saving decisions? In Part 2 of our conversation, Dr. Lima opens up about his journey, from overcoming professional burnout to the thrill and weight of launching Long Island's first heart transplant prog…
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The Other F word: Freedom and the Uncaged Life
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Send us a text. We'd love to hear from you! Welcome to the 11th episode of the Woman Uncaged Podcast with Laura Gates-Lupton and Linda Katz! In this episode we talk about freedom and its role in the uncaged life. We explore and discuss: -Inner cages vs. Outer cages -Why rebellious energy feels like freedom, but isn't -Why its so hard to simply enjo…
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Becoming A Heart Transplant Surgeon with Dr. Brian Lima (Part 1)
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Every heart has a story, and for Dr. Brian Lima, his heart was set on a mission from the moment he witnessed his father's heart attack. The esteemed heart transplant surgeon from Vanderbilt University Medical Center joins us to recount an odyssey that twists from academia's hallowed halls to the operating room's high-stress environment. Dr. Lima's …
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Enlivening Maturity with Irreverence and Emotion
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Send us a text. We'd love to hear from you! Welcome to the 10th episode of the Woman Uncaged podcast! In this week's conversation, Laura and Linda redefine maturity. Too often, being mature often evokes an image of boring "adulting" and overall fuddy-duddy-ness (yep, we made that word up!). What if maturity was enlivened with emotion and irreverenc…
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Send us a text. We'd love to hear from you! Welcome to the 9th episode of the Woman Uncaged Podcast with Laura Gates-Lupton and Linda Katz! In this episode we talk about Joy. We explore and discuss: Why is joy scary and vulnerable? Why do we expect the other shoe to drop? What does it mean to steal joy from the present and give it to the future? If…
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Send us a text. We'd love to hear from you! Welcome to the 8th episode of the Woman Uncaged Podcast with Laura Gates-Lupton and Linda Katz! In this episode we dive into a topic that we have touched upon briefly in previous episodes: THE WEB. In this episode, we explore... - What is the web and why is it so important in the journey towards becoming …
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Send us a text. We'd love to hear from you! Welcome to the 7th episode of the Woman Uncaged Podcast with Laura Gates-Lupton and Linda Katz! This episode was recorded in February 2023. The world suffers when women who have these amazing ideas and thoughts and opinions and expertise shrink, and don't share them, because there is this whole additional…
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Reclaiming the Power of Positive Imagination
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Send us a text. We'd love to hear from you! Welcome to the sixth episode of the Woman Uncaged Podcast with Laura Gates-Lupton and Linda Katz! In this episode we delve into where our power to dream and positively imagine has gone. Some of the questions and topics we explore include: - How our imaginations have atrophied except in cases of planning f…
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Send us a text. We'd love to hear from you! Welcome to the fifth episode of the Woman Uncaged Podcast with Laura Gates-Lupton and Linda Katz! This episode was recorded in February 2023. In this episode Laura shares a story of a difficult travel experience that also had some magic. We also explore: -instinct injury and trusting our intuition -making…
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