Best Sick Girl Speaks Podcasts (2024)

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E40: Revolutionizing HR: Small Business Solutions with Insperity 23:02

10d ago23:02

23:02

This episode of Talent Magnet features a conversation with Jessica Dunson, Business Performance Advisor at Insperity. Jessica discusses employee benefits and HR challenges for small and medium-sized businesses. She also explains how Insperity, as a Professional Employer Organization, helps businesses compete for talent with benefits packages, HR su…

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E39: Flexibility as a Talent Magnet: Lessons from Three Girls Media's CEO 16:28

12d ago16:28

16:28

In this episode, we are joined by Erika Taylor Montgomery, CEO and President of Three Girls Media, Inc. Erika discusses the crucial topic of work-life balance and how she has made it a cornerstone of her company's culture. She also shares her journey of founding Three Girls Media nearly 19 years ago to achieve better work-life balance, and discusse…

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E38: Making Your Business More Neurodiverse: Practical Tips for Attraction and Retention 24:25

6M ago24:25

24:25

In this episode of Talent Magnet, host Doug Foresta interviews Katie McMurray, founder and CEO of Sensory Tool House LLC, about the importance of embracing neurodiversity in the workplace. They discuss practical tips for attracting and retaining neurodivergent talent, like crafting inclusive job postings, allowing interview accommodations, using di…

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E37: From "Sick on Sunday" to Excited for Monday: Cultivating a Positive Workplace Culture 16:42

9M ago16:42

16:42

This episode features a discussion with Brittinay Lenhart, founder of Work Culture Consultant LLC, about the importance of psychological safety, emotional intelligence, and connectedness in building a positive organizational culture. Brittinay provides practical advice for business leaders on fostering morale, productivity, and retention through pr…

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E36: Talent Magnet Learns About Digital Literacy 9:58

1y ago9:58

9:58

Welcome to Talent Magnet, where we explore the latest trends and insights in talent development. In this episode, we're joined by Marianne Judd, Member Investment Project Coordinator, to discuss an important topic: Digital Literacy. Digital equity and literacy are more critical than ever in today's technology-driven world. So, what exactly do these…

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E35: What is an Employee? 9:40

1y ago9:40

9:40

On this episode of Talent Magnet, we speak with Holly Smith with L&I’s Workers’ Compensation Determinations Unit. She answers the question “What is an employee?” and explains what that determination can mean for businesses. With questions, reach out to the L&I Small Business Office at SmallBusiness@Lni.wa.gov or 1-800-987-0145.…

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E34: Supporting Military Transition: A Conversation with Andrew Garate from the Thurston County Chamber 14:15

1+ y ago14:15

14:15

In this episode of Talent Magnet, host Doug introduces the topic of military transition and the challenges that transitioning service members, veterans, and military spouses face. Our guest Andrew Garate, Senior Director of Military Transition Programs and Strategic Initiatives at the Thurston County Chamber of Commerce. In this interview, we'll le…

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E33: Talent Magnet Speaks with Mike Reid about Olympia Career Hub 17:05

1+ y ago17:05

17:05

On this episode of Talent Magnet, we speak with Mike Reid, Economic Development Director for the City of Olympia, about the Olympia Career Hub and the benefit it brings to Olympia residents. You can find out more about the Career Hub at https://www.facebook.com/OlympiaCaree... or on the Thurston County Chamber of Commerce website at https://thursto…

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E32: Equal Pay & Opportunities Act and At Will Employment 7:09

2y ago7:09

7:09

In this episode of Talent Magnet, Christina Evans with the Washington State Department of Labor & Industries, joins the program to speak about the Equal Pay and Opportunities Act, as well as at-will employment and what that means for both employers and employees. Talent Magnet is brought to you by Pacific Mountain Workforce Development Council, the…

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15 Oops, did I do it again? And other questions about the stories we tell ourselves 22:42

2+ y ago22:42

22:42

As we wrap up Season One, each of the 15 podcast episodes about love and career give us the chance to reflect on the stories we tell ourselves. In this Season Finale, Scott and Sick Girl Speaks ask "Oops did I do it again?" as they uncover some of the narratives they carried with them that are worthy of a good look. When we never stop to examine ou…

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14 Do you want this shirt off my back? And other questions about boundaries 23:38

2+ y ago23:38

23:38

Whether you have a chronic condition or not, asserting boundaries is key to personal health and well-being. So why is it so hard to do? Luckily, Allison is a Master of Boundaries and, in this week's episode, Sick Girl Speaks abandons the traditional podcast format to find out her secrets. This Mini-Master Class on Boundaries is one everyone should …

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13 Is her kidney prettier than mine? And other questions about jealousy 23:29

2+ y ago23:29

23:29

Would you call yourself a jealous person? For many, this question brings up images of love quarrels and broken hearts but for those with chronic conditions, it may be different. In this week's episode, Beth and Sick Girl Speaks look at how having chronic illness may fuel jealousy in the professional setting and when admiring the ease of "health typ…

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12 Where can I return this gift? And other questions about toxic positivity 22:42

2+ y ago22:42

22:42

Has anyone tried to cheer you up after a loss using strange metaphors or a sentence that starts with "At least..."? You may be a victim of toxic positivity! In this week's episode, Dr. T and Sick Girl Speaks ask, "Where can I return this gift? And other questions about toxic positivity." In a surprise twist, these two Friends also explore authentic…

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11 Crap, can I really do this? And other questions about getting what you want 19:39

2+ y ago19:39

19:39

Have you ever pursued a career milestone with all of your might only to feel scared once you got the gig, wondering if you'd really be able to do the job with your chronic condition? In this week's episode, Elizabeth and Sick Girl Speaks share stories about "Crap, can I really do this? And other questions about getting what you want." These two Fri…

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10 Do these shoes, make me look smart? And other questions about projecting a professional image 23:22

2+ y ago23:22

23:22

How much does clothing, hair and nails influence how you are seen in the workplace? Do you feel the need to project a certain image to distract colleagies and leaders from your chronic condition? In this episode, Sick Girl Speaks and Dr. Tanya get honest about "being a brand" within the work enviornment and how that's changed dramatically since the…

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9 Are you sick of me being sick yet? And other questions for my boyfriend 23:29

2+ y ago23:29

23:29

Have you ever wondered if your chronic condition might deter that crush from asking you out? Do you ever worry that your significant other will get sick of you being sick? Rather than wonder, Sick Girl Speaks asks John, her boyfriend, to answer these important questions from his point of view. This open and honest conversation opens the door to dis…

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8 Will I die if you think about my death? And other questions about secret thoughts 24:15

2+ y ago24:15

24:15

When you have a chronic condition, your own death may not be far from your thoughts. For those you love, it may be too hard to talk about. Allison and Sick Girl Speaks go boldly into this question of how to balance the reality of a chronic condition while being senstive to those who love you. Should you keep questions and worries about dying to you…

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7 Was it something I coughed up? And other ways that chronic illness makes it hard to move on after a breakup 23:33

2+ y ago23:33

23:33

Have you ever had your heart broken? Have you ever been cheated on? Did you wonder if your chronic condition had anything to do with it? In this week's episode, Sick Girl Speaks and Scott ask "Was it Something I Coughed Up?" as they explore the challenging terrain of depression, chronic illness and breaking up.…

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6 Say what now? And other questions about stupid things people say 25:58

2+ y ago25:58

25:58

Have you ever had people say crazy things to you about your chronic condition? Do you have a work escape fantasy? Beth and Sick Girl Speaks explore the landscape of crappy things people say when they don't understand the reality of chronic conditions.By Sick Girl Speaks

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5 Am I too sexy for this catheter? And other questions about sex with chronic illness 26:18

2+ y ago26:18

26:18

Has your chronic condition ever made you feel less attractive? Have you ever been inauthentic in the bedroom? Elizabeth and Sick Girl Speaks get very real on this episode about sex, "faking it" and chronic conditions.By Sick Girl Speaks

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4 Should I take this job and shove it? And other questions about putting health before career 27:36

2+ y ago27:36

27:36

Do you sometimes feel like you have a "regular job" and an "illness job"? Do you ever feel like you have to "fake it" in a meeting when you feel bad? Allison and Sick Girl Speaks share big moments where their chronic conditions take them off the career path to a new destination.By Sick Girl Speaks

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3 Does size really matter? And other questions about size in the workplace 25:17

2+ y ago25:17

25:17

Have any of your colleageus offerd you diet advice during a Zoom call? Has anyone ever told you you might dissapear if you turned sideways? Tanya and Sick Girl Speaks ask "why are we talking about my body at work?" In this week's episode, you'll learn if size really does matter.By Sick Girl Speaks

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2 Why did I say yes to that? And other questions about overcompensating due to chronic illness 24:26

2+ y ago24:26

24:26

Have you ever said "yes" to a new love when your body said "no"? Then you might relate to this week's episode with Elizabeth climbing mountains and Sick Girl Speaks walking up a hill for love. Or is it love?By Sick Girl Speaks

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1 Do you really want to see this? And other questions about hiding unpleasant aspects of chronic illness 21:29

2+ y ago21:29

21:29

Kicking off this podcast series alongside Sick Girl Speaks is the voice every mother will love; Scott! Listen as they ponder when to tell the person you're dating you have a chronic condition and hear a big cofession from Sick Girl Speaks.By Sick Girl Speaks

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E31: Addiction, Recovery and Second Chance Employment 25:51

2+ y ago25:51

25:51

Ty Reed, Founder of Recovery Career Services, joins the program to share his own recovery story and reveal the business case for why organizations should hire people in recovery. Ty discusses the benefits of second chance employment and why employment is so crucial for individuals in recovery. You'll also hear about how businesses can assess risk w…

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E30: L&I's Risk Management Consultation Program- Providing Confidential, No-Fee, Professional Advice and Assistance to Washington Businesses 9:10

3y ago9:10

9:10

Yesenia Sabedra, Risk Management Consultant with the Washington State Department of Labor and Industries, joins the program to discuss L&I's risk management consultation program, and the benefits to businesses of working with an L&I risk management consultant. Discover the 5 areas of best practice. For questions or to request a risk management cons…

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E29: WA Retail Association SAFEME- Free Workplace Safety Training 10:56

3y ago10:56

10:56

Rick Means, Director of Safety and Education with the Washington Retail Association, joins the program to discuss the launch of the new safety app SAFEME, which provides Washington area businesses with free safety and accident prevention training. Hear success stories and discover how SAFEME can help businesses save money, increase productivity, an…

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E28: L&I 2021 COVID-19 WA Business Requirements: Don't Let Your Guard Down Yet 13:20

3+ y ago13:20

13:20

Erica Minton, L&I Industrial Hygiene Consultant, joins the program to discuss some of the key takeaways that all Washington State businesses should know in relation to COVID-19 requirements. Discover resources to find out the most current information and updates on COVID-19 related requirements, and the biggest challenges that businesses are facing…

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E27: Creating a Safe, Healthy Workplace with WA's DOSH Consultations 36:45

3+ y ago36:45

36:45

In this episode you'll hear from Lou Flores, statewide consultation manager for the Division of Occupational Safety and Health (DOSH) for the state of Washington, as well as Jim Lawrence, Region Four consultation manager, and Lindsey Unruh, Region Four Industrial Hygiene Supervisor, as they discuss the DOSH consultation program. Discover how DOSH c…

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E26: How Businesses Can Become Talent Magnets for People with Disabilities 36:02

4y ago36:02

36:02

Andrew Houghton, founder and president of Disability Inclusion Solutions, joins the program to discuss what businesses need to consider in order to recruit and retain people with disabilities. Andrew reveals his own journey of being a wheelchair user since a 1986 motorcycle accident, and how he has been able to enjoy sports, the outdoors and create…

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E25: The Total Warrior Model: Translating Individual Performance into Team Outcomes 32:06

4y ago32:06

32:06

Jason Van Camp, decorated Green Beret, author of Deliberate Discomfort, and Founder and Chairman of Mission Six Zero, joins the program to discuss his Total Warrior Model, training that helps translate individual performance to team outcomes for business, as well as his NFL team clients. We also discuss the work that his non-profit Warrior Rising i…

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Transformed Warrior 7:10

4y ago7:10

7:10

All these were descendants of Asher—heads of families, choice men, brave warriors and outstanding leaders. 1 Chronicles 7:40 I saw an interesting question from a friend on Facebook today and it had me thinking of the perspective of everything I read. The question was: “Men, what are your thoughts about reading books by women? There was more to her …

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A Vision of Love 3:45

4y ago3:45

3:45

Hello and Welcome to Warrior DIVAS Daily Devotional today’s verse is Psalm 119:64 The earth is filled with your love, Lord; teach me your decrees. When I was a little girl people would always ask me where I got my pretty blue eyes, I would giggle and say “Key-Mart”….Yes, everything back in the day came from K-Mart, but the truth was I had my daddy’…

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Guest Connie Wyatt Coleman 1:43:37

4+ y ago1:43:37

1:43:37

Hello and welcome to warrior divas real talk for real women. This is your host Angie Lehman ro and in the studio with me today I have Connie Wyatt Coleman. She is a dear friend of mine. She has a long lineage of, of expertise that she brings to the table but more importantly she is a woman that's after Christ's heart and ferociously runs after him …

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Living Emotionally Connected in a Social Distancing World 1:45:42

4+ y ago1:45:42

1:45:42

Well for those of you that are joining us, we are here in the warrior divas real talk for real women Facebook group and we are doing our show we're adapting to our ever changing society. We are being emotionally connected in a social distancing world so Today, I am excited about the show we have for you We but before we get started, I wanted to let…

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Guest Lorianne Vaughan Speaks 1:41:22

4+ y ago1:41:22

1:41:22

Hey this is Angie Monroe of the warrior divas show broadcasting live each Tuesday 11 am Central from globe life park in Arlington, Texas login to hear real talk with real women that will empower and equip you to make a more powerful impact in the world each Tuesday 11 am Central on fishbowl Radio Network Hello, and welcome to warrior divas real tal…

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E24: Creative Retention Strategies and the Changing Nature of the Workplace 19:48

4+ y ago19:48

19:48

Sytease Geib, former co-host of Talent Magnet and VP of Workforce Development at the Thurston County Chamber of Commerce, joins the program to discuss creative ways to retain talent, and the changing nature of work. Sytease discusses her own journey of moving across the country after the birth of her second child, how she has continued to do some r…

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Guest Lucie Mitchell 1:26:50

4+ y ago1:26:50

1:26:50

Hello and welcome to warrior divas real talk for real women. Our show is specifically designed for divas. divas is an acronym for Destin inspired victorious accountable sisters. And we will be bringing guests on our show who will help in our mission to equip and empower a global community of women change agents as we make a positive impact on the w…

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E23: Using VR Technology to Attract the Next Generation of Job Seekers 22:48

4+ y ago22:48

22:48

In this episode, you'll hear how Sierra Pacific Industries, the 2nd largest lumber producer in the U.S., is using innovative technology to capture the attention of a new generation of job seekers at hiring events. Jacquelin Earley and Joshua Zepeda from Sierra Pacific Industries join the program to discuss how they are using virtual reality (VR) he…

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E22: Recruiting and Retaining Primary Care Physicians- Challenges and Opportunities 20:04

4+ y ago20:04

20:04

Tamara Schaffert, Chief Operating Officer of Physicians of Southwest Washington, an independent physician association based in Olympia, WA, (PSW) joins the program to discuss the shortage of primary care providers in America. Discover the scope of the problem, and the efforts that are being made to recruit and retain primary care providers in the r…

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E21: Career Connect WA- Creating Learning Opportunities That Lead to High Demand, High Wage Jobs 37:10

5y ago37:10

37:10

With more job openings than people available to fill them, how do we create a pipeline of skilled workers? In this episode, you'll learn about career-connected learning and what Washington State is doing to ensure that the education system puts students on a pathway to careers. Maud Daudon, who is leading the creation of a 10-year vision and strate…

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Participate Don't Anticipate 14:15

5y ago14:15

14:15

Hello and welcome to Warrior DIVAS. This is your host Angie Monroe. And I'm delighted to be with you here today as we tackle a topic that is going to cause some angst for me, but as always, I want to remind you that our website is divasimpact com. You can also find us on Facebook under divas impact and if you want to join our group where we talk ab…

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When we hide behind masks 31:36

5y ago31:36

31:36

Hello and welcome to warrior divas real talk for real women. This is your host, Angie Leigh Monroe, and I am super excited about getting to talk with you again this week. It's one of the highlights of my week is putting this podcast together and getting an opportunity to connect with you on another level. Many of you know we have our magazine out t…

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When Back to School disrupts your life flow 27:04

5y ago27:04

27:04

Planning & Executing work, school, life flow Hello and welcome to warrior divas real talk for real women. This is your host Angie Monroe and I am excited to be here with you today as we unpack a few fun things that we're going to talk about. The just an early reminder as we get going on in the show, you can always find out more information about wh…

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Like Serena Williams says "It's not a comeback if you didn't go anywhere..." 27:03

5y ago27:03

27:03

Hello, and welcome to Warrior DIVAS | Real Talk for Real Women. This is your host Angie Leigh Monroe. And as I like to remind you, I am your girlfriend. So, we are going to dish a little bit today, but before we get started, we want to be able to talk with you in real life in our Facebook group, and even other social media streams. Just reach out, …

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Unlocking a Stronghold from Trauma to Impact the Healing in Your Own Life 28:23

5y ago28:23

28:23

Episode 13 Transcribed and Edited Hello and welcome to Warrior DIVAS | Real Talk for Real Women. I am your host; Angie Leigh Monroe and we are going to have a great show today. Not because it's going to be a great topic to talk about, but because the potential it can do for us if we just embrace this topic. So, before we get started, I just want to…

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Trasa Robertson Cobern | God, Family, Education, Public Policy, & Personal Responsibility 1:00:17

5y ago1:00:17

1:00:17

Angie: Hello and welcome to Warrior DIVAS Real Talk for Real Women. This is your host Angie Leigh Monroe reminding you each and every day to be a DIVA and make an impact. For those of you that are new to our show, DIVAS stands for women that are Destined, Inspired, Victorious, Accountable and building a Sisterhood, and make a positive impact in the…

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Pure of Heart 26:41

5y ago26:41

26:41

Hello, and Welcome to Warrior DIVAS | Real Talk for Real Women. This is your host Angie Leigh Monroe and I am excited to be sharing the airwaves with you today. So, thank you for tuning in and as always, as we talked throughout the show will drop some things in the description and in the comments on the different platforms about the things that we'…

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Fit Beyond Fitness 26:00

5y ago26:00

26:00

Hello, and Welcome to Warrior DIVAS | Real Talk for Real Women. I am your host, Angie Leigh Monroe, and yes, I said real talk for women. Yes, because you too can be a professional podcaster if you mess up your opening act. So again, let's try that; this is Angie Leigh Monroe, your host of real talk for real women. All right, we're going to have a g…

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Align-Activate-Calibrate 24:38

5y ago24:38

24:38

Hello, and Welcome to Warrior DIVAS | Real Talk for Real Women. I am your host Angie Leigh Monroe, and we are going to have a great show today. So, buckle up and let's get ready, we may be talking about some bumpy things that you may not like, but we are going to have fun while doing it. I guarantee that. So, before we get started, I want to just r…

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