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Professional Weaver Podcast

Professional Weaver Society

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Through our interviews and discussions with weavers, manufacturers, show promoters, and patrons of the fiber arts we hope to build depth, transparency, and connection within the weaving community. We will also be taking your weaving questions to ask the experts.
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The Courage Effect

Suzanne Weller - Weller Collaboration

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The Courage Effect is a show about growth and unleashing what’s possible. Developed by our host Suzanne Weller, The Courage Effect is a place for inspiration and empowerment through conversation. Where we talk about what we’ve learned through wrangling fear, risk, and uncertainty -- no matter how big (or small) the challenge. Whether it’s a professional reinvention, standing up for what we believe in, fighting inequality, or smaller actions like speaking to a stranger – these courageous stor ...
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Weaver of My Web

The Master Fire Weaver - Erika Ryles

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This podcast is a follow-up to my book. I am here to bring messages to the deaf and visions to the blind. We have lost sense of who we are as human beings and frequently misunderstand this experience because of how society has poised us to be unaware of the very thing we live in. In our struggles to find our ways past the traumas that likely began in childhood, we’ve developed a disconnect as we aged that we call by many names – such as, anxiety, depression, and fear. But, it’s simply mental ...
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Rebecca Weaver talks through the wounds we collectively experienced during the pandemic (and shares a powerful personal story) through the lens of "post-traumatic growth." She and Suzanne discuss the complexities of navigating personal and professional challenges, reframing our need to rush back to normalcy (such as returning to the office), and co…
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Hey, Courage Champions! Suzanne Weller here, celebrating one transformative year of The Courage Effect. We've delved deep into tales of triumph and heartbreak, revealing how facing fear unlocks possibility and growth. In this show, we hear my reflections on past shows, featuring the wisdom of previous guests Elsa, Susan Mann, Ruby Love, Troy Living…
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While this episode was in the spirit of closing out another women's month, there was more on my heart to share. There is yin and yang to everything. Duality and balance in all. Faith is the energy of believing in the integrity of this truth. We can have faith in many external things, but they mean nothing if we don’t have faith in ourselves from wi…
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Kate Walker talks with Suzanne about her book A Candid Conversation: Lessons in Life, Love, and Leadership, a combined memoir and guide that shares relatable lessons in life for all the girls and women who feel unworthy, agreeable, codependent or helpless. Kate Walker is an executive consultant, life coach, HR expert, and author of the Amazon Bests…
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What is solutions-journalism? Roxanne Patel Shepelavy (Executive Editor and Co-Executive Director of The Philadelphia Citizen) talks with Suzanne about her path to founding a nonprofit media outlet that stands for democracy, ignites civic action and advocates for innovative solutions. Thanks to the support of our show sponsor BetterHelp. Go to http…
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Suzanne gets inspired by Rick Rubin’s book The Creative Act, and speaks to how we can tackle one of our biggest creativity killers: overthinking. Thanks to the support of our show sponsor BetterHelp. Go to https://betterhelp.com/courage for 10% off your first month of therapy with BetterHelp and get matched with a therapist who will listen and help…
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Andreas Gebhard talks with Suzanne about how we grow through the courageous acts of others (sharing an experience that shifted his thinking and made him a better leader), and the possibilities that arise when we do things differently (particularly in corporate environments, where we struggle to effectively communicate and build connection). Andreas…
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Suzanne talks with Filmmaker Chezik Tsunoda, about the courageous path she’s taken as an impassioned water safety advocate after her 3-year-old son Yori’s tragic drowning. Chezik shares her thoughts on pushing through challenges, and invites us to think about what we’re looking away from and the power of redirecting our gaze. Chezik Tsunoda is an i…
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The same stories seemingly cross many major cultures of the world, further showing us we are all made from the same inaugural thread weaved. The Ark of the Covenant is very similar to a purportedly older Egyptian technological device called, the Osiris Device, which was said to have the same function of communicating with God/the Gods. The Ark was …
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Another recording from 2021, as we are watching and experiencing out of control wildfires; earthquakes in places that are not normally busy with seismic activity; volcanoes waking up from their million- or billion-year slumbers; and water raising from everywhere in tsunamis; numerous and out of control storms; and the global sea levels rising more …
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This episode is about going back to basics – like, elementary basics. Things don’t seem to sink in until the nexus of the thought is made as plainly as possible for people to get it. Nothing in adulthood makes sense, so we need to view it from untainted eyes and minds. As I like to say, “life is an ouroboros.” Sometimes, we need to view the world a…
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For millennia, the Catholic church has had its hand in everyone’s life, including those who are not of their grain. This hand has infiltrated our homes, politics, and many societies’ norms. However, not in any good way. Religion should never be something abusive and vicious. It is what people cling to for understanding life and getting through it i…
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Suzanne talks with guests about the books that inspired them to be more courageous. They include: Nicole Christie - “Kiss Off Corporate America” by the Lisa Kivirist Rick Ehlers - “The Second Half of Life: Opening the Eight Gates of Wisdom” by Dr. Angeles Arrien Dr. Adeola Mead - “The Alchemist” by Paulo Coelho Rebecca Rockafellar - “The Untethered…
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Dr. Thomas Curran, the world's leading expert on perfectionism and author of the best-selling book The Perfection Trap, talks with Suzanne about the 3 different types of perfectionism, how they are all steeped in deficit thinking, and how it’s fed by our “growth at all costs” economy. Thomas Curran is a professor of psychology at the London School …
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Lara Zahaba, the Co-Owner of Stoup Brewing, talks with Suzanne about the courage it took to start their brewery, and the challenges of maintaining and growing the business. She shares how their team came together to survive the pandemic, touches on the evolution of the beverages space, and how Stoup’s business partnership trio (including herself, h…
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Susan Mann talks with Suzanne about why courage is a vital tool for us in navigating what she calls the “vulnerability sh#tshow” we’ve been living through these past few years. She anchors on the importance of having agency in uncertain times, providing recommendations for what we all can do to move through trauma and loss. Susan Mann is a leadersh…
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Suzanne talks us through intention-setting for 2024, shares her word of the year, and ideas around how we might bring more courage into the next 12 months. Resources mentioned in this show include her 2023 year-end blog post on closure, and her recommended Start, Stop, Continue framework. Thanks to the support of our show sponsor BetterHelp. Go to …
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Cindy Elkins shares her experiences of being a leader, mother, and Cindy how she’s tapping her courage as an advocate (or “torch bearer”) for causes including transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) as a treatment for depression, art - healing - and loneliness, and blood donation. Cindy Elkins is a biotech and high tech leader, board director, and …
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When is it time to pursue a new job, or stay where you are? Lora Poepping and Suzanne talk about taking the time to discern what’s best for you, and the courage involved in either saying “yes” to a new opportunity, or settling in to appreciate the value you’re realizing in your current role. Lora Poepping is the founder and president of Plum Coachi…
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Elsa shares her story of becoming a successful sports photographer, which started when she shot a football game in high school and has led to covering some of the most preeminent events including the Olympics, World Series, Super Bowl, NBA Finals, US Open, and FIFA Men’s and Women’s World Cup. She talks with Suzanne about learning to bet on herself…
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Now we’re in the holiday season, there’s a good chance we’ll be having hard or awkward conversations with family, friends, or colleagues. Suzanne talks through some ways to prepare for what she calls a “courageous conversation” so we can transform these dreaded discussions into empowering, mutually beneficial exchanges. Follow us on IG @suzannenwel…
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Suzanne talks with Alisha Fernandez Miranda about her book My What If Year – where she details her adventure of pausing her career for a year to explore the “what if” jobs of her dreams, which took her from internships at a Broadway theater, a London art gallery, a Scottish luxury hotel, and a virtual fitness studio (Zumba, anyone?!). It’s a joyous…
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Melissa Kirsch, deputy editor of Culture and Lifestyle at The New York Times, talks with Suzanne about two essential ingredients in the writing process: vulnerability and courage. Follow us on IG @suzannenweller More information about Weller Collaboration: wellercollaboration.com Sign up for Suzanne’s Reimagine Growth newsletter here…
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Sarah shares the story of waking up to what truly made her happy and the journey of creating positive change in her life through ditching the hustle and grind mentality and achieving success differently. Sarah O'Brien Hammond is a community creator, life and career coach and recruiter. She creates safe and judgment-free containers for women to gath…
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Organizational development leader Julie Pham, PhD and Suzanne discuss the role courage plays in communicating with others: the ways it’s challenged by our speed of work, the trend of self-censoring becoming more common, and how trusting our intuition surfaces the ability to stay true to ourselves. Dr. Julie Pham is the founder and the CEO of Curios…
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Amy – who’s living in her “why not?” moment – talks about how powerful the act of storytelling can be, and how vital it is for us to not only share narratives broadly but bring others along to do the same. Amy Kugler is a media executive, writer, and founder of BEAM - a venture that illuminates the unseen corners of motherhood with human-scale stor…
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Justin talks through the turns of his professional career in the advertising industry, and the importance of knowing who you are to not only thrive but survive in work environments. Justin Reed is a seasoned advertising, marketing, public relations, and communications professional based in the New York area. Follow us on IG @suzannenweller More inf…
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Laura talks about how the seven tenets of mindfulness aren’t only guideposts in her life and work, but how’ve they helped her be courageous. She and Suzanne also discuss the challenges of being an entrepreneur, including necessary pivots, compromises, and not being “too much in love with your own cooking.” Laura Sage is the Founder & CEO of CHILL, …
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Maureen shares a story where she had the courage to move on after something failed, her decision to study neuroscience, and how empowering it is to have a better understanding of our brains. Maureen Chiana is the CEO and founder of The Mindsight Academy and host of the Lead To Excel podcast. She enhances leaders and teams to perform at their optimu…
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Michael Melcher talks with Suzanne about creating change in our lives by moving beyond the need for permission, the importance of relationships in career success, and the courage to cultivate your “invisible network.” Michael Melcher is an internationally known executive coach, leadership expert, keynote speaker and author of three books, including…
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Traca shares the story of her path to the TEDX stage (which she originally turned down) and how the experience took her from being behind the curtain supporting others to taking the stage herself. She and Suzanne delve into the power of enlisting thinking partners, why we shy away from the things that ultimately make us human, and how Traca support…
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Suzanne speaks with diversity thought leader Fawn Sanchez, who is Shoshone Bannock from Fort Hall, Idaho. They talk about her journey from growing up on a reservation, joining the US Army, to working at Amazon where she’s currently the sole Native American person at her level in the organization. Fawn Sanchez is currently a Senior Learning Business…
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This episode was recorded in 2021. I have to laugh because, as I'm highly intuitive, I brought this shit to light in my book and on this episode just to be watching it unfold two years later. Everything I say is truth. The Golden Rule applies to anyone and every business. You can't treat your stakeholders like shit then expect to be around for the …
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This episode was recorded just over a year after my mother’s transcendence in 2021. People kept asking me if I was grieving and getting through everything. I questioned whether I was grieving because people kept asking, but these were other people’s questions. I grieved when I saw her soul leave in a dream then again at other times during herthree …
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Dave, Stacy, and Suzanne anchor their conversation on the importance of embracing the unknown in their lives, and being open to experimentation and do-over’s. As professionals who’ve created their share of “swivel” moments, they share stories about what it looks like to trust your gut – even when you’re hearing doubt from others – and not being too…
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Vanessa and Suzanne delve into the meaning of courage, the equations we go through in our minds to calculate if something is worth it (“vale la pena?”), and how these surface in the lifespan navigation work Vanessa and her team do to support and bring grace to individuals and families in need. Vanessa Laughlin is the Principal and Founder of Banist…
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In a conversation about personal safety, Barb talks through the work she does at Always Bev, an organization she founded following her sister’s death, who was tragically killed by gun violence. She and Suzanne discuss the importance of trusting our intuition, not ignoring the “yellow flags” we see (and feel) from others, and the journey Barb has ta…
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Suzanne has a fun and inspiring conversation with Bridget Quigg, who shares stories about doing comedy, improvisational theater, and the importance of trusting your gut to unleash your creative genius. The world needs your special brand of brilliance. Let it out! Bridget Quigg is a long time marketing director, improviser, and comedian who believes…
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Nicole and Suzanne dive into how courage shows up differently throughout the various phases of our lives, with Nicole speaking to a number of challenges she’s navigated over the past few years (including battling cancer, ending a relationship, and relocating – all during the pandemic). Nicole Christie is the founder and CEO of Tulla Productions—a s…
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Suzanne and fellow coach Jeff Jacobson anchor their conversation on the human tendency to defend ourselves. Touching on a range of topics including gun control, hard conversations, and reproductive rights, they discuss our greater need for safety and how we might better understand what’s worth protecting. Jeff Jacobson is a professional coach and f…
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How can courage liberate you from stress and overwhelm? Suzanne talks with Christine about living in a culture built for burnout and how we wake up and shift to making choices that are right for ourselves. They discuss recognizing when you’re overwhelmed, the “overgiving imprints” we tend to fall into, and Christine shares her theory of harmonic de…
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Providing insight into why she started The Courage Effect, Suzanne shares some personal stories about why courage is a recurring theme throughout her life – which she’s reminded of every day in the form of a scar. She talks about courage as a practice, what we gain by focusing on what we can control, and learning through the lens of regret. Follow …
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Keren and Suzanne delve into their love of photography and the power of visual storytelling. They discuss working in an industry fueled by passion, the joy (and power) of creating community, and supporting underrepresented professionals. Keren shares the challenges of being a female founder and the courage it took to build her own business from the…
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Wayne Kimball, Jr. specializes in business strategy and enterprise transformation as an investor, startup advisor, and an independent board director who currently serves as Principal for Google Cloud's Go-to-Market Strategy and Mergers & Acquisitions business. He is also the founder and global leader of Google’s TechAMPLIFY: an initiative to accele…
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Iliana shares her story about facing a challenging medical diagnosis and she found courage in naming her fear, visualizing a positive result, and a dose of humor to stay the course and successfully recover. Iliana Quinonez is a powerhouse Latina Trailblazer in the High Tech Industry, who builds and scales high performing teams in addition to develo…
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Ruby Love defines courage as stepping out in faith. She talks with Suzanne about how her upbringing during the civil rights movement shaped her values, the importance of learning to take risks (and the greater risk we all face when we don't say yes), and how our lives change when we tap into courage to unlearn destructive practices. Ruby Love is th…
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Always at the intersection of business, design and technology, Carmen Cano has led teams and organizations in product, innovation and design. She's currently the SVP of Product Design at Seismic and is passionate about solving problems by creating a vision that enables everyone to do their best work. Her motto: "Leave it better than you found it." …
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Michelle Grover is Chief Technology Officer of Slalom, a global management consulting firm headquartered in Seattle. She’s been named by Business Insider as one of the 100 People Transforming Business in Emerging Tech, is a member of the Greycroft and Sierra Ventures Technology Councils, and dedicates her time to mentoring high school young women a…
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