Best Michele Promaulayko Podcasts (2024)

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Special Guest: Author, Actress & Funny-as-Fuck “Momfluencer” Jenny Mollen 36:21

1+ y ago36:21

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There’s nothing better than a podcast guest who “goes there” — and Jenny Mollen does. This no-holds-barred conversation runs the gamut from Jenny’s new book Dictator Lunches, inspired by her tyrant children, to the many ways she competes with her husband (actor Jason Biggs), to her fear of abduction and needing people to be obsessed with her (Kane …

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Dating-App Disasters — You Can’t Make This Stuff Up! 37:09

1+ y ago37:09

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On this special episode, Kane, Michele and producer Mesh rehash the rude, cringe-worthy, strange, obnoxious, hyper-sexual and just plain head-scratching behavior they’ve encountered on dating apps. While we’ve all heard romantic app-assisted success stories, it’s hard to imagine how love connections actually happen judging by the lot of losers, man…

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Sex, Lies, Cheating & Sickness Couldn’t Keep Us Apart 43:34

1+ y ago43:34

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Chris met Jorge when he was on a 3-month work assignment in San Antonio, Texas —and with zero plans to relocate, he made it clear that this fling would never be a real thing. Famous last words. Four years after returning to San Francisco, Chris did move to Texas to be with Jorge, but the next few chapters of their love story would include illness, …

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My Heart Failed at 26 — And That Was Just For Starters 43:00

1+ y ago43:00

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When you’re a 20-something grinding it out in the nightlife and events industry in New York City, exhaustion is part of the deal. But when Sumanah Khan started feeling so unwell and fatigued that she had to go to the hospital, she wasn’t prepared for what doctors discovered: Her heart was enlarged and only working at a 5% capacity, likely the resul…

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Founder Stories- Kane Sarhan: How Messy Situations Helped Me Find Wellness 56:26

1+ y ago56:26

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Today we’re bringing you an episode from another one of Lola Media’s shows —Founder Stories. This installment is special to us because it follows the entrepreneurial journey of Messy Situation’s co-host, Kane Sarhan. Follow along as Kane discusses everything from growing up in rural Michigan to moving to New York City where he became a bartender to…

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I Got Suckered into Co-raising My Sister’s Baby 43:42

1+ y ago43:42

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After years as a free-wheeling stand-up comic, Helen Hong bought a house with her sister, who was about to undergo IVF. To everyone’s shock, her sister got pregnant on the very first try. That’s when Helen became, in her words, a reluctant “baby daddy” who shares the absurd, unglamorous responsibility of taking care of an infant who is basically an…

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I Got Off on Being a Con Artist 36:06

2y ago36:06

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There are small messes, there are big messes and then there are epic messes. This episode kicks off a two-part series because the journey to redemption for this week’s guest was a decades-long one. Gentle-seeming Monty began scamming people when he was 8 years old and discovered he had a knack for it. Over the years he used his charm, intelligence …

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My Friend is Keeping a Dangerous Secret From His Boyfriend 39:57

2y ago39:57

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This week, co-host Kane shares his own Messy Situation: A close friend is hiding a potentially dangerous health secret from his new boyfriend — the operative word being potentially. And by confiding in Kane (and inviting him to dinner with his BF!), this friend has put Kane smack in the middle of a moral dilemma. Michele and Kane talk through the e…

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We're Taking the Week Off! 0:41

2y ago0:41

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We're taking a break for the holiday week! Stay messy friends and see you next week! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Lola Media, Kane Sarhan, Michele Promaulayko

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My Messy Divorce Led to My Sexual Awakening 44:38

2y ago44:38

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When Laura Friedman Williams’ 22-year marriage came crashing down, she was terrified of what the future might hold. Little did she know, the next year of her life would be filled with more men, more sex and more satisfaction than she’d experienced in the previous three decades. By embracing one-night stands and no-strings sex, Laura reclaimed her s…

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Becoming an Entrepreneur Made Me Feel Unhinged 41:39

2y ago41:39

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Messy Situation’s very own producer, Mesh Lakhani, steps up to the mic from behind the scenes to confess the stomach-seizing moments he’s experienced launching his podcast company Lola Media. With complete transparency, Mesh discusses the unexpected pain points of going it alone, while Messy Situations co-host and serial entrepreneur, Kane, jumps i…

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Moms Are Not Alright 41:36

2y ago41:36

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Entrepreneur and activist Reshma Saujani has spent her career unearthing injustices and the latest really hit close to home: As a busy working mother of two, Reshma saw firsthand how the pandemic disproportionately impacted working moms, driving them out of the workforce and causing them to take on a third shift of duties (aka Zoom school). Acting …

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Bonus: Introducing...I Was Never There 28:19

2y ago28:19

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Introducing Wonder Media Network’s first true crime show, I Was Never There. Thirty-four years ago, Marsha “Mudd” Ferber vanished without a trace from Morgantown, WV. Mother-daughter duo Karen and Jamie Zelermyer are going back to the land to figure out what the hell happened. Named a 2022 Tribeca Film Festival official selection for audio storytel…

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My Ex-Fiance Has a Tattoo of My Face on His Thigh 32:56

2y ago32:56

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During the height of the pandemic, entrepreneur and author Tina Wells followed her heart to Brazil to be with her boyfriend-turned fiancé, a pro soccer player. After many months in South America, Tina realized that a life there wasn’t viable for her personal and career happiness, so she made the difficult decision to break off the engagement and mo…

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My Biz Partner & BFF Stole My Husband 44:50

2y ago44:50

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When Lorraine decided to go into business with one of her closest friends, she never imagined it would impact her personal and professional life so profoundly. But after months of strange and suspicious behavior that had Lorraine thinking she might be “crazy,” she busted her best friend/business partner in an affair with her husband. Then the worst…

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Rule #22: Don’t Take Things Too Personally | Kenya Williams, Oaktree’s Real Estate Strategies 28:22

2y ago28:22

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After working at and then leaving several jobs, Kenya Williams was feeling undervalued in the corporate world. She tried a short stint as an entrepreneur before realizing that she liked the corporate world– she just needed to make some adjustments. On this week’s episode, Kenya shares the importance of managing expectations, asking for what you nee…

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Hitting Menopause Was a Scary Mind F*ck 33:32

2y ago33:32

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When women think of menopause, they often picture suffering through some annoying hot flashes and night sweats before it all blows over. But as today’s guest reveals, the hormonal shifts that accompany the end of the menstruating years can wreak havoc on a woman’s mental health. Beth, a confident, successful, happily married 50-year-old, bravely sh…

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Rule #21: Discomfort Is a Sign of Growth | Whitney Johnson, Disruptor Advisors 29:01

2y ago29:01

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From music major to stock picker to CEO - Whitney Johnson has had quite the unconventional career path. But with a combination of self-advocacy and fearlessness, Whitney has become a successful author, business leader, and executive coach. In this week’s episode, she explains her method for starting new projects and how to approach those uncomforta…

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I Had An Affair With My Married Boss 43:24

2y ago43:24

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As cliché as it sounds, from the moment Michael and Nate locked eyes there was an irrepressible attraction. The problem: Nate was Michael’s married boss. Their work relationship required them to spend a lot of time together, including on overnight business trips — a danger zone that pushed the two to the edge. Then, their intimate text exchanges we…

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Rule #20: Find the Context | Jayshree Seth, 3M 26:07

2y ago26:07

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When she was growing up, Jayshree Seth wasn’t sure science was for her - now, with 70+ patents under her belt, she’s more certain. Over the course of her career, Jayshree climbed the ranks at 3M to become a Corporate Scientist, and in 2018 became the company’s Chief Science Advocate. In today’s episode, Jayshree talks about why she loves science, a…

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Drinking Made Me Mean… to My Teen 44:06

2y ago44:06

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Josie had been a social drinker since high school, but over the years — and especially over COVID — that drinking became a daily habit, sometimes resulting in her consuming an entire bottle of wine by herself after work. Highly functional, by day Josie has held down an executive-level job for decades— what wasn’t going well was the ways in which he…

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Rule #19: Build Your Brand | Michele Promaulayko, The Well 24:14

2y ago24:14

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At the beginning of her career, Michele Promaulayko’s plan was to climb the ranks of the magazine industry and secure a corner office. But as the industry shifted, so did her plans. Now, Michele is a multi-hyphenate - author, podcast host, and editorial director - who has found the value in building her own brand. This episode, she shares advice on…

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The Best Sex of My Life Might Kill Me 34:28

2y ago34:28

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Many relationships begin with a fiery physical connection, but few maintain that sexual chemistry when absolutely everything else has soured. In this episode, Kane and Michele welcome Alex on to share how a typical dating situation devolved into an extremely unhealthy cycle of behavior with his ex relentlessly pursuing him with calls, texts, threat…

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Rule #18: Embrace Your Spikiness | Jennifer Dudeck, Red Hat 27:38

2y ago27:38

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Jen Dudeck didn’t set her sights on being the Chief People Officer of a global software company when she first started her career. But when an opportunity presented itself, Jen took a leap of faith and didn’t look back. In this week’s episode, Jen details how following her instincts, recognizing the need for balance in her life, and most importantl…

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Rule #17: Document the Value You're Providing | Kate Robinson, BDG 31:49

2y ago31:49

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In this week’s episode, Diana talks with Kate Robinson about the importance of not only knowing the value you offer but also tracking it. Kate has incorporated this practice of documenting her value into her professional habits for growth, and she explains how it’s benefitted her professionally and personally. This practice in addition to her fearl…

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Rule #16: First Impressions Deliver Outsize Impacts | Noelle Kim, Airtasker 25:50

2y ago25:50

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Noelle Kim has worked in a variety of industries - from food to tech. But no matter where she's worked, she’s gotten ahead by delivering an incredible first impression. This episode, she gives her advice on how we can all get better at first impressions, how to build trust with your team, and what her various career pivots have taught her. 1:15 - H…

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Rule #15: Growth Requires Reflection | Francoise Brougher, Ex-Google & Pinterest 26:35

2y ago26:35

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When Francoise Brougher took the job as the first COO of Pinterest, she never could’ve guessed that it would end in termination and a gender discrimination lawsuit. This week, Francoise shares the details of her time at Pinterest, how she climbed the corporate ladder at Google, and what intentional reflection can do for your career. 2:45 - Francois…

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Rule #14: There’s Power in Zooming Out | Melanie Bell-Mayeda, Google 26:03

2y ago26:03

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This week, we’re joined by Melanie Bell-Mayeda, the Head of Strategy and Operations, Insights and Innovation at Google. Melanie shares how zooming out and thinking about the bigger picture has helped her maneuver through challenges, how she approaches ‘designing’ her career, and how returning to dance has improved her professional life. 1:14 - How …

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Rule #13: Curiosity Is the Secret to Flexibility | Jane Garvey, Meridiam 27:34

2y ago27:34

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To conclude our Women’s History Month series, we are joined by Jane Garvey, the first woman to serve as the Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration. Jane is no stranger to being the first and because of that, she has never shied away from an opportunity. In this episode, Jane discusses the power of curiosity and flexibility and what th…

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Rule #12: Recover with Flair | Sunayna Tuteja, Federal Reserve 26:42

2y ago26:42

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This Women’s History Month, we’re spotlighting who were the first to do something big in their organization. This week, we’re joined by Sunayna Tuteja - the first ever Chief Innovation Officer at the Federal Reserve. Sunayna talks about how she handles setbacks, her approach to innovation, and her love of flying. 2:16 - Sunayna’s pivot from pilot t…

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Rule #11: Speak Up to be Heard | Marie Watkins, Missouri National Guard 28:22

2y ago28:22

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To continue our Women’s History Month series, this week we’re joined by Marie Watkins, the first female infantry commander in Missouri. Unlike many of us, Marie has always known what her dream job is. But the role didn’t exist for her. In this episode, Marie walks us through her rise to infantry commander despite many roadblocks and how important i…

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Rule #10: Build Your Army | Gillian Power, Lathrop GPM 26:06

2y ago26:06

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Happy Women’s History Month! This month, we’re spotlighting women who were the first to do something big in their organization. This week’s guest, Gillian Power, was the first person in her law firm to come out as a transgender woman. In this episode, Gillian shares the lessons she’s learnt while climbing the corporate ladder - including the import…

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Rule #9: Prioritize Your Sleep to Fuel Professional Growth | Lexi Bohonnon, Yext 29:49

2y ago29:49

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As a former collegiate athlete and consultant, Lexi Bohonnon hasn’t always valued the importance of sleep. Now at the executive level, Lexi emphasizes sleep as a crucial part of professional growth. But growth doesn’t come easy when you don’t have a plan. With a degree in philosophy and sociology, Lexi's career track wasn’t so clear cut. So how did…

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Introducing Messy Situations 1:51

2y ago1:51

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We don’t know who needs to hear this, but nobody has their shit together 100 percent of the time — nobody. You can be excelling in one part of your life while another area is imploding. Those two states of being co-exist all the time, for everyone. Life is messy like that. And it's okay. What's not okay? Acting like you have it under control when y…

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Rule #8: Take the Hard Assignments | Alicia LeBeouf, Meta 34:34

2y ago34:34

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Alicia LeBeouf’s career trajectory looks a little bit different than most. Why? She takes risks, thinks strategically, and jumps on the hard assignments. Whether it’s moving from North Carolina to Minnesota in the middle of winter to work at Target, moving laterally from corporate to retail, or switching things up again and working at Meta, she has…

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