Best Shine Out Loud Podcasts (2024)

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My Friend the Mogul 34:13

1M ago34:13

34:13

When a woman says that she climbs mountains in stilettos, do you know exactly what she means? In our final episode of Season 7, we're bringing you the Honorable Chairidee Smith, an inspirational dynamo who has dedicated her life to helping women live their best lives with intentionality and power.By Parlay House

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My Friend the Empowerer 41:57

1M ago41:57

41:57

Two-time Bring a Friend guest Shabana Basij-Rasikh takes us to a new level of inspiration and awe this season. As the founder of the only private school for Afghan girls you'll be in awe of how she survived Taliban resurgence and how girls education is pivotal to a better world.By Parlay House

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My Friend the Evolver 37:12

2M ago37:12

37:12

What do you do when there's a complete disconnect between who you are and how you are being asked to live? Elizabeth DiCandilo is a bad-ass woman who found herself stifled by the community that raised her. This episode explores her jail-break and empowered reframing.By Parlay House

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My Friend the Feeder 36:56

2M ago36:56

36:56

Feeling like there are too many problems in the world and you can't do much to fix it? Not so fast says Maggie Shugerman. This week's podcast shows the impact that one young woman with a vision is having on an entire community.By Parlay House

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My Friend the Amplifier 40:32

2M ago40:32

40:32

What will the world be interested in ten years from now? Given the length of time it takes to make a major motion picture, filmmakers need to have their fingers on the pulse of society and make big bets about how that pulse will evolve over time. Celine Rattray is an award-winning filmmaker who gives us the inside scoop on how she's creating work t…

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My Friend the Enpsychopedia 37:23

2M ago37:23

37:23

If you led a life that scared you, how do you re-take control? For self-proclaimed book nerd, Erika Wurth, turning the tables on the things that rocked her meant coming up with her own horror stories: those that are written in novels for others to read. This is a tale of a woman reframing her experience to regained control, knowledge and expertise.…

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My Friend Who is Not a Drag 43:20

2M ago43:20

43:20

Drag Queens definitely add a pop of fun and levity into the world of performance and entertainment. This week, our guest takes drag to a whole new level, making a pretty convincing argument that there's a place for drag in our every day lives,By Parlay House

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My Friend the Trauma Treater 49:00

3M ago49:00

49:00

Many of us see therapists these days, but how often do we get a glimpse into what they see in us? Elizabeth Meeker is an expert on helping people move past traumatic experiences and she joined Bring a Friend to shed positive light on the healing process.

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The Future of Social Work with Stephen Jenkinson 1:03:10

3M ago1:03:10

1:03:10

I have been looking forward to this conversation for a very long time. I spent time on Stephen’s farm in Ottawa a number of years back during a time in my life when very little made sense other than a trip to a faraway place only to return from whence I came. I have thought about my time at the Orphan Wisdom School a great deal and many happenings …

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Episode 25: Be Mission Driven & How to Uncover Your Mission 16:07

3M ago16:07

16:07

In this episode, I share why being mission driven is so important and what your mission can do for you, your personal branding journey and your business, and what it can do for your people and this world. I also share an exercise to help you uncover and create your mission. Lastly, I share some examples from my life and business and a few examples …

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My Friend the Patriarch-buster 44:29

3M ago44:29

44:29

In early human societies, men and women held equal status. So what shifted in the dynamic to create patriarchal societies and tip the scales away from balance? Author, researcher and journalist Angela Saini literally wrote the book on how we evolved away from equality and lends insights into how we can re-level those scales. Learn more about Angela…

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My Friend the Ice Queen 37:48

3M ago37:48

37:48

As the Captain of the US Women's Olympic Ice Hockey Team, Meghan Duggan carried an unfathonable amount of weight and responsibility on her shoulders. Leading her team to win the silver medal in 2014 was a disappointment to this ever-reaching performer. She powered her team to the glory of Olympic Gold in 2018 and now sits in the rarified position a…

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My Friends the Hormone Honeys 43:10

3M ago43:10

43:10

Did your mom talk to you about your period, sex, hormones and menopause? Many of us had to figure those swings out for ourselves. But for the mother-daughter duo, Candace and Jess, their multi-generational quest to optimize hormone health reframed how we view our bodies and optimized their own relationship at the same time. Some goodies from Jess &…

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Episode 24: All the Feels & Why Building an Emotional Connection Leads to Branding & Business Success 15:53

3M ago15:53

15:53

In this episode, I talk about feelings and why thinking about "all the feels" is really important when you're building your personal brand and growing your business. I share my philosophy on business and how it shapes branding and business decisions, the difference between branding and marketing, and what each of them are meant to do, and offer you…

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My Friend the Neuro-enlightener 43:53

4M ago43:53

43:53

We try to walk in each other's shoes, but have you ever tried to experience the world with someone else's brain? In our first episode of season seven, Lauren Melissa Ellzey opens up with Bring a Friend, providing raw and real insight into her neuro-divergent brain, and shares how she reframed her strategies to effectively move through the world wit…

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Episode 23: Shine Bright in 2024 with Your Word of the Year 29:08

4M ago29:08

29:08

In this episode, I dive into a powerful practice that can significantly impact the way you approach your year. This is something that I've done for a very long time, and I share with you my process and a way for you to get intentional with your 2024. This episode is all about choosing a word(s) that speaks to your heart and what you need in the rig…

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Bring A Friend Season 7 Trailer 4:09

4M ago4:09

4:09

Bring a Friend is rising to new heights of conversation and insight on themes we all relate to: transformation and reframing. Whether it's guests who learn how to thrive through challenges by looking at them through a whole new lens, or guests who help lift others evolve by showing where transformation is possible, season seven will lift you, spin …

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Episode 22: 5 Steps to Build Your Personal Brand in 2024 18:26

4M ago18:26

18:26

Want to accelerate your personal branding journey in 2024? In this episode, I share the five steps I took to build my personal brand over 10 years ago, the steps that I guide my clients through, and those I'm taking again to re-position myself now. I provide you with my roadmap of the 4Cs to 4Cing your Future! If you want to be in a different place…

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Episode 21: What Will You Let Go Of; What Will You Take with You in 2024? 8:27

4M ago8:27

8:27

Looking back at 2023 is a great way to honor yourself, celebrate yourself, and learn from all that you experienced this past year. In this episode I offer you an exercise in reflection so that you can 'know' and see the progress you made in 2023, plus a challenge in looking at what've you learned and how to shift into a new space as you head into 2…

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Episode 20: Personal Branding; A Breakdown of What It is Exactly 9:49

4M ago9:49

9:49

A lot of people don't know what personal branding is. I totally get that. In this episode, I break down what it is and how personal branding is a process and practice to get you from where you are today to where you want to go. If you need help building your personal brand or have questions about the personal branding process, let's connect! Email …

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Episode 19: A Love Letter to Creative Souls Contemplating a Leap 5:16

5M ago5:16

5:16

Dear Creative Soul, I know you are burnt out in your 'day job', contemplating a change, but are scared to death to make a leap…. This is my love letter to you! From your fellow Creative Soul Who Made the Leap 10 Years Ago! I Love you! Kimberly P.S. Making the leap from full-time employee, 5-6-Figure Career, to Entrepreneurialism is one of the harde…

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Episode 18: ROI of Personal Branding 10:16

5M ago10:16

10:16

In this episode, I share more about the return on investment of personal branding. Personal branding is truly an investment but has incredible rewards and results. I share my take on both the practical ROI and the beautiful ROI that isn't talked about. Did this episode pique your interest? Did it resonate with you? Are you curious about getting int…

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Episode 17: The Goal of Personal Branding 7:30

5M ago7:30

7:30

In this episode, I share what personal branding is, why it matters, how it can shape the trajectory of your life, and what the ultimate goal of personal branding is. If you are wanting to change your life, start your business, and/or grow your business, personal branding is where you want to focus your efforts. You are your brand, and your personal…

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Episode 16: Introduction to Brave & Bold The Personal Branding Podcast 4:10

5M ago4:10

4:10

Are you ready to embark on a journey of personal transformation, unleash your inner boldness, brand your different, and position yourself as the go to for what you love? If so, you are in the right place, my friend. Hi, I'm Kimberly Gayle, your guide on this exciting adventure, and I'm here to help you harness the power of branding to become known …

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Episode 15: Becoming Brave & Bold 9:45

5M ago9:45

9:45

I'm changing up the podcast and wanted to share why here as things transition. I'm on a mission to help those of you who are the wayfinders, the path pavers, the cycle breakers, the people like me who are those that say to themselves ... There has got to be another way to live this life. If you are one of those people, you are in the right place be…

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Episode 14: Bliss Coach Kate on How to Move Toward a More Aligned Life and Business 1:17:21

7M ago1:17:21

1:17:21

How do you know if you are living aligned to your values and your true self? How do you know when you’re mis-aligned and need to make shifts, pivots in life? Kate, Bliss Coach Kate, shares with us about how to know if you are living in alignment with your values, what does mis-alignment feel and look like, and shares key ways to slow down and liste…

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My Friend the Matchmaker 48:40

10M ago48:40

48:40

Ready to get into the dating world and to find the relationship of your dreams? Not so fast, says Amber Kellehar, Founder and CEO of the global and pre-eminent matchmaking firm, Kelleher International. The perfect match begins with you, and only happens when you not only know who you're looking for, but when you truly know yourself.…

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My Friends the Code Cracker 56:29

10M ago56:29

56:29

Code makes the world go around. (At least the digital world.) Come meet the team that is not only writing code to help businesses excel, but also breaking patterns and codes for women whose lives before coding brought their worlds to a standstill. This is the story of transformation, rebirth and empowerment that celebrates a cascade of women liftin…

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My Friend the Party Boss 47:23

10M ago47:23

47:23

Weddings are one of life's pivotal and most memorable moments. At least they are supposed to be. Chenai Bukutu has become one of Britian's most celebrated wedding planners, and she dished with Bring a Friend about some of the "must do's" and "never do's" when saying I do.By Parlay House

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My Friend the Second Chance Queen 42:45

11M ago42:45

42:45

Susan Burton is our second chance queen. Not only did she relaunch her life by founding a socially-critical business when she was released from prison, she's laser-focused on giving women like her a path to freedom a greater chance of achieving their own dreams.By Parlay House

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My Friend the Breath Coach 47:41

11M ago47:41

47:41

What's really going on when you feel stressed out? It's so hard to pinpoint the causes that push us over the edge. Luckily, Celine Tien and her partners at Flowly have found ways to meld technology, medicine and mindfulness to bring a newfound state of calm.By Parlay House

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My Friend the Fertility Fighter 51:17

11M ago51:17

51:17

Women bring new life into the world, yet are the first to blame when pregnancy doesn't happen or go well. Leslie Schrock has parlayed her own personal experience into a second best-selling book that brings true insight into the process of fertility and the role that both men and women play in the process.…

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My Friend the Momma's Boy 40:36

11M ago40:36

40:36

Athlete, media mogul, rebel and adventurer, Terry McDonell paints the external image of traditional masculinity. But under that rugged facade is a sweetness that was shaped by his mother. The former editor of Time Magazine, Sports Illustrated and Rolling Stone has just released a memoir called Irma, paying tribute to his amazing mother and honoring…

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My Friend the Reality Shifter 48:42

12M ago48:42

48:42

Oil paint? Water Colors? Pencil? No matter what's being applied, most painters start with a canvas. Not Alexa Meade: her canvas is the human body, and she's been transforming people into living works of art that will make your mind spin!By Parlay House

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My Friend the LoveMaker 48:07

12M ago48:07

48:07

Meet the woman who is hell-bent on making the human sexual experience something attainable and pleasurable for all. Cindy Gallop got tired of her younger boyfriends learning about sex through old-fashioned pornography... which meant that for her they weren't very good lovers. So she set out to change that by highlighting how good real sex can be!…

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My Friend the Healer 43:58

12M ago43:58

43:58

What were the life events that made you who you are? For our friend, Kirat Randhawa, a painful and winding path led her to the most peaceful place possible. We think her sense of calm will rub off on you!By Parlay House

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My Friend the Warrior 44:09

1y ago44:09

44:09

What was your childhood dream? Today's guest might surprise you. While other girls her age were planning their careers in fields that exist, Kristen Griest was planning her career on a different one: the battlefield. The first woman to graduate from Army Ranger School and a leader of the women who ascend to the highest military ranks, Kristen has b…

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My Friends the Champions of Justice 44:42

1y ago44:42

44:42

Today's guests are fighting for fairness and justice in a system that's pushed to its limit. With incarceration rates in America that are five times higher than most of the countries of the world, almost 2 million Americans are incarcerated at this very moment. Who is advocating for them and how do we support them as they transition back into socie…

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My Friend Making News 50:47

1y ago50:47

50:47

We live in a world dominated by visual media, and the people who deliver the news shape our reaction to what's going on. This week's episode gets intimate and real with one of NBC's evening anchors, Jessica Aguirre. She's Latina, over 50, and still reigns supreme in a business where judging people by the molds they fit is part of doing business. Ho…

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Bring A Friend Season 6 Trailer 2:47

1y ago2:47

2:47

Season 6 is back with more than a dozen episodes that show how we each have the power to lift those around us. Where it all began, and always comes home to: https://parlayhouse.com/By Parlay House

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My Friend the Monk 52:15

1+ y ago52:15

52:15

What do a popular actress, a filmmaker and a practicing monk have in common? They are all part of the life story of one person: Susan O'Connell. She's the Spiritual Director of the Zen Inspired Senior Living Community, and she has taken a very unexpected path to find her place of peace.By Parlay House

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My Friend the Serial Author 42:28

1+ y ago42:28

42:28

When you think of the wild, wild west, do you picture gold miners, cowboys, trappers and hustlers? Not so fast. This week's guest is Katie Hickman, a serial author whose latest book celebrates the unsung women who were much more than "along for the ride".By Parlay House

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My Friend the Russian Journalist 29:03

1+ y ago29:03

29:03

While there is a lot of debate about the truth in the media, Americans, for the most part, are able to report what they like. For Vera Kreichevskaya and her peers at Dozhd TV in Russia, telling the story of the Ukraine invasion became not only a fight for freedom of speech: it became a run for their lives.…

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My Friend the First Partner 31:57

1+ y ago31:57

31:57

Who does what? Jen Siebel Newsom, filmmaker, activist and wife of California Governor Gavin Newsom started asking this question in relation to the work that happens in homes and among families. In her latest film, Fair Play, Jen shares her candid stories of navigating equal contributions to the responsibilities at home and gives us a behind-the-sce…

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My Friend the Potential Spotter 49:37

1+ y ago49:37

49:37

Do you see the upside? Jazzie Fresh does. When she found herself pregnant at 20 and offered assisted housing for her and her daughter, she took it as an opportunity to finish school and get her degree. When her work/study scholarship required her to spend time supporting the school's administration, she saw it as a career opportunity. Jazzie seems …

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My Friends Behind the Camera 38:16

1+ y ago38:16

38:16

Can we walk in each other's shoes? That's what documentary filmmakers Kelly Duane de la Vega and Jessica Anthony asked as they set out to film their latest film, In the Bones. What started out as a story of two women working together to pass an equal pay bill for women in the state of Mississippi became a collage of insights about the experiences o…

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My Friend the Black History Illuminator 56:56

1+ y ago56:56

56:56

Our world is filled with heroes we think we know as well as amazing influencers who the world has not yet heard of. George McCalman recognized this as a truth of Black people throughout American History, and set out to document and celebrate them. His latest creative endeavor, Illustrated Black History features 145 people who have shaped our world …

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My Friend the Conductor 54:15

1+ y ago54:15

54:15

What you see is not always what you get. Throughout her life, Jessica Bejarano was misjudged. Too often viewed as "not fitting the mold", Jessica harnassed her passion for classical music and her extrordinary belief in herself to make it to a place never before inhabited by a female, Latina, queer immigrant. She now cherishes her role as Creative D…

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My Friend the Beacon of Hope 50:49

1+ y ago50:49

50:49

Optimism: Nature or nurture? Raised under a flight of stairs, deep in the heart of Calcutta, India, Jillian Haslam was dealt a difficult childhood hand. But through a series of lucky breaks and seized opportunities, she turned her dark beginnings into bright light for other children like her. Get an even more detailed look at her life with her book…

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My Friend the Dog Saver 35:08

1+ y ago35:08

35:08

What do you learn from your pooch? Veterinary Oncologist, Dr. Renee Alsarraf learned far more than she imagined when given a diagnosis of cancer herself. The lessons from her pet patients (and the people who loved them) got her through her own challenge and gave her strength to write the insightful and moving new book, Sit, Stay, Heal.…

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