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More and more women are making an impact by starting businesses, running for office, and speaking up for what matters. Whether you want to craft a business presentation, a keynote, a workshop, or a TEDx talk, you’ll learn how to create compelling content, pitch conferences and organizations, and persuasively communicate your message to your audience. Listen in as Carol Cox, entrepreneur, and speaker, and TV Democratic political analyst, interviews and coaches purpose-driven women to shape th ...
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Senior Producer and distinguished St. Louis media veteran Carol Daniel interviews a wide range of local people and organizations in conversations aimed at providing context and clarity about the St. Louis community. Listen, St. Louis with Carol Daniel explores complex issues with people working to help our region thrive.
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A show for boss ladies who are beyond tired of being sick and tired and are looking for ways to hack time and Bring Back Your Bliss. The Balanced Lady Boss show helps professional women to live, love and lead holistically so they can enjoy their success and avoid overwhelm and burnout. Stacey Hines shares her journey of becoming a Balanced Boss and the tips and resources she uses to help her get off the hamster wheel and access more time for self-love, peace of mind and fun while being wildl ...
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Anger is the one emotion that women aren’t allowed to express. Meanwhile, everything is making us furious. This podcast is about getting women's anger into everyday conversation, and lifting the lid on what we’re all feeling. Each week, psychotherapist Jennifer Cox and actress and writer Salima Saxton, invite a brilliant woman to talk about what makes them mad. Salima and Jennifer believe when it comes to anger, ‘better out than in’, and instead of repressing this emotion we should welcome i ...
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Merrittocracy is a show about how to make America a better place. Interviewing scholars, politicians, artists, and activists, Keri Leigh Merritt gets to the heart of what this country needs to join the ranks of other developed nations. From criminal justice reform and affordable housing to job guarantees and multicultural organizing, Merrittocracy helps lay the groundwork for a more prosperous future for every American.
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Variety's "My Favorite Episode," hosted by Michael Schneider, is where stars and producers gather to discuss their favorite TV episodes ever — from classic sitcoms to modern-day dramas — as well as pick a favorite episode from their own series. Guests like "Stranger Things" star David Harbour (who chose an episode of "The X-Files") and "Broad City" creators Abbi Jacobson and Ilana Glazer (they're partial to "The Golden Girls") aren't just on TV, they watch it too — and they're big fans like ...
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This is the Chesterfield Performing Arts Podcast. As a town of around 100,000 people, Chesterfield has a thriving performing arts scene from Amateur Dramatics, Musical Theatre to Live Music and Comedy; one Dance Dad explores this world of performing arts, one interview at a time. Expect interviews with teachers, performers as well as local producers and artists.
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"Every Song has a Story" is a weekly podcast that explores the art and craft of composing music and lyrics. Each episode features an interview with a successful songwriter, who shares their stories, experiences, and tips for writing songs. The podcast also covers a wide range of topics, including the creative process, the music industry, and the business of songwriting. Whether you're an aspiring musician, a fan of great songs, or just curious about the art of songwriting, this podcast has s ...
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Art is more than a creative outlet or something to study in art history. Art is a catalyst for self-improvement, a tool for understanding the human spirit, and a way to find your path. Through reflections, art conversations, and in-depth explorations of artworks, this podcast might just change your life. Join your host, Cindy Ingram—the founder of Art Class Curator, the Curated Connections Library, and the Art and Self Connection Circle—as she explores the life connections waiting to be disc ...
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An imaginative and informative podcast from Five Solas Media for families of all ages exploring how Christ holds all things together throughout time. Each month, hosts Troy and Melissa Lamberth will be joined by special guests and feature entertaining performances that will highlight key people and concepts throughout church history that have a direct connection with us today. Visit us at www.fivesolasmedia.com
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We are looking back at some of our favorite conversations about mental health and health disparities with Influencer Koran Bolden, Therapist Candice Cox, and Dr. Mati Haltshwayo Davis, the Director of Health for the City of St. Louis. _ What were your thoughts on this episode? Visit ninepbs.org/listenstlouis and let us know. Subscribe to #NinePBS s…
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Do you adore RHONY? And do you adore Carole Radziwill? Then you'd better get yourselves here. It's such a thrill to have Carole with us, and she doesn't disappoint. She talks being part of an aristocratic dynasty, how she navigated the greatest tragedy of her life, and the tear-down of women by the patriarchy. This ep of WAM lifts the lid on life b…
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We’re continuing our new podcast series on Executive Speaking! This episode is full of inspiration and practical insights if you’re looking to enhance your leadership skills, embrace transformation, and make meaningful connections. Dr. Lesia Crumpton-Young's journey is a testament to the power of perseverance, innovation, and the importance of show…
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In 2023, a luxury dining establishment debuted in downtown St. Louis called Rated Test Kitchen. The owner is an award-winning Chef and St. Louis native, 22-year-old Juwan Rice. He and Carol discuss what it was like a business, inspiration, and much more. What were your thoughts on this episode? Visit ninepbs.org/listenstlouis and let us know. Subsc…
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We are like two kids in a sweet shop today. Nina Stibbe has been our long-time girl crush, and this is our TayTay moment. Nina's new book, Went To London, Took The Dog: The Diary of a 60-Year-Old Runaway is out in paperback this week, and we urge you all to get ye to a copy ASAP. Nina brings her special blend of wit and warmth to this convo, which …
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We’re continuing our new podcast series around Executive Speaking! Today we’re diving into storytelling for leaders, especially in a business, corporate, or academic environment. We’ve been led to believe that stories aren’t appropriate in “professional” business or academic environments. But, that’s when stories can be the most impactful! This epi…
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This month is Men's Health Awareness this month and Carol sits down with the Executive Director of The Empowerment Network Mellve Shahid to talk about Prostate Cancer. A disease that black men are nearly 2x's more likely to be diagnosed and die from. To experience more of #ListenStLouis, visit ninepbs.org/listenstlouis. Subscribe to #NinePBS so you…
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Today, we talk to the powerhouse that is Jennifer Esposito. Actor, writer, producer and director of the summer's most-talked about cinematic debut Fresh Kills, Esposito is an unstoppable force. And we want more more more. In this episode, we talk women's compulsive need to apologise, and what that does to us and our self-worth. Esposito discusses w…
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Have you ever been captivated by a speaker who seems to effortlessly command the room, inspiring everyone with their words and presence? That’s the magic of executive presence combined with powerful public speaking. Whether you're leading a team or an organization or a workshop, whether you're presenting to 20, 200, or 2000 people, your ability to …
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Businesses like Walgreens and CVS are closing many stores nationwide, creating pharmacy deserts, specifically in underserved and underrepresented communities. Carol is joined by Dr. Marcus Howard to talk about how he is combating this crisis in St. Louis by filling in the gap with GreaterHealth Pharmacy in the DelmarDivine. To experience more of #L…
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Poorna Bell is a gladiator. In her real life, and also in the way she courageously handles her most painful and confronting emotions. In this conversation, we explore Poorna's experience of her own rage, from the smallest transgressions related to parking spaces and the crush to exit planes, to the heartbreaking anguish of losing her partner to add…
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Are you ready to elevate your speaking game and attract lucrative speaking engagements? Diane Diaz, our lead speaking coach, sits down with one of our clients, Cherlette McCullough, a licensed marriage and family therapist, to delve into the keys to crafting a compelling signature talk that not only resonates with audiences but also leads to paid s…
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June is recognized around the world as PRIDE month, where we focus on the visibility and inclusion of the people of the LGBTQ+ community. Carol is joined by Vincent Flewellen, Associate Vice President for DEI and Chief Diversity Officer at Webster University, to have a personal conversation as a black gay man in St. Louis. To experience more of #Li…
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What makes psychotherapist and writer Philippa Perry really mad? Online admin, self-service check outs and you'd better not call her 'feisty'. With a unique blend of acerbic wit and radical empathy, Philippa brings fascinating insight to the many different ways the patriarchy messes with our sanity. From men telling us we're not feeling what we're …
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Sharing personal stories are essential for memorable and impactful presentations. How specific should your stories be? How do you connect your story to your overall message and framework? This is exactly what we work on with our Thought Leader Academy clients in their VIP Day to create their signature talk. You’ll hear two of our recent grads, Cind…
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The CDC says the Black maternal health crisis is a state of emergency. Black mothers in Missouri are three times as likely to die within a year of giving birth compared to white mothers, according to the state's Department of Health & Senior Services. Host Carol Daniel discusses the issue and what can be done with Washington University's Head of Ob…
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In this engaging podcast episode, Melissa Cox joins me to discuss the artwork Coping by Nicole Eisenman. Here's a bulleted list of what we discussed in this episode, thanks to our friend Chat GPT. The feeling of being worn down by internal struggles or long-term challenges Reflections on hope and despair, and the isolation it can bring The importan…
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In this episode we chat to Olga Thompson, AKA the award-winning comedian, screenwriter and podcaster Big Fat Greek Mother. Olga takes us through some of her most significant and painful life experiences. From arriving in the country as a little girl who spoke no English, the scarring bullying she endured at school, to the brutal reality of post nat…
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The essence of persuasive communication is about getting your audience on board with your ideas. But, it's not about throwing out facts or making logical points; it requires connecting with your audience on an emotional level, understanding their needs and concerns, and addressing them effectively. By sharing personal stories, using relatable examp…
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Host Carol Daniel sits down with Rudy Nickens to discuss the impacts of racial trauma and how Black communities are affected by internalized and structural racism. Nickens previously served as the director of racial equity for the Ferguson Commission and is now the Founder and Director of the institute for Black Liberation. He explains why he belie…
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Emma Gannon is a prodigy. From her Sunday Times bestselling non-fiction titles The Success Myth and Multi-Hyphen Method to her award-winning podcast CtrlAltDelete, she easily secured her Forbes' 30 under 30 ranking. Emma's new book 'A Year of Nothing' gives a moving account of why she had no choice but to switch off, go underground, and find joy an…
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We’re finishing up our new podcast series called Speak with Confidence. When you speak at conferences and events, you want to do a great job, get great feedback from the audience, and get referrals and invitations to other speaking gigs. This is how I’ve gotten so many speaking invitations over the years - event organizers are oftentimes in the aud…
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In this episode, I chat about what I have been up to, tell you about the new(ish) format for the show, and explore a work by my favorite artist, Naudline Pierre, through the lenses of Internal Family Systems and Shadow Work. Links: Watch this episode on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/artandselfcindy/videos/765619205553447 Watch this episode on…
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Host Carol Daniel and CEO of St. Louis Community Foundation, Kelvin Adams, talk about the achievement gap in students in this country. Are we still on a steady road of improvement since desegregation? Or are there things that still haven't been addressed? What were your thoughts on this episode? Let us know at ninepbs.org/listenstlouis.…
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It was while working for Comedy Central that Cally Beaton had a chance conversation with the late, great Joan Rivers, then 81. Rivers inspired her to ditch the high-powered job as a TV exec and follow her dream. So it was that as a 45 year old single parent, Cally first took to the stage, quickly cementing her position as one of the most exciting a…
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My goal with this current podcast series called “Speak with Confidence” is to boost your confidence by getting you to think differently about speaking, whether it’s getting comfortable with impromptu speaking (episode 390) or claiming your identity as a speaker (episode 391). I know you want to be an impactful speaker, to share your important messa…
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How much more vibrant would the St. Louis economy be if more African Americans thrived educationally, financially, and emotionally? Join Carol Daniel and economist William M. Rodgers III, from the Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis's Institute for Economic Equity, for a discussion about how wage gaps impact the entire region. The Institute’s recentl…
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Clover Stroud is all about big landscapes and big feelings. Through her writing, she consistently and poignantly captures the smallness and largeness of life - from The Wild Other to this year's The Giant On The Skyline. In this episode of the podcast, we discuss everything from pulling dirty clothes from under beds to how we live alongside tragedy…
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There have been so many times I’ve heard clients tell me, “I’m not a speaker.” Yet they’ve delivered keynotes and been paid thousands of dollars to do so. They’re invited to speak at conferences. They’ve taught classes and workshops for years. They give presentations at work. What’s going on? Why do they resist calling themselves a speaker? Why do …
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African Americans have the highest rates of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and Major Depressive Disorder compared to any other racial group. Candice Cox, Therapist and Founder of KHAOS, Inc. (Keep Healing and Overcoming Struggles), joins Carol to discuss how we got here and what needs to be done to overcome trauma and ensure mental well-bein…
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Stacey Heale knows emotion. She has an exquisite gift for pinning down that visceral, liminal experience which exists between the physical and the psychological. Her book 'Now is Not The Time For Flowers' hauntingly documents the death of her musician husband Greg Gilbert so powerfully that it will alter how you look at life. Our conversation with …
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Are you the kind of speaker who loves to have everything prepared in advance? Perhaps you even have your entire presentation scripted out nearly word for word and you have detailed notes for every slide that you rely on? Well, I have a challenge for you: getting more comfortable with impromptu speaking. As a speaker and as a leader, both impromptu …
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Black Americans are more likely to be diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease and their families are more likely to struggle accessing care due to bias in the medical system. Joy Balls-Berry, associate professor at Washington University Medical School, studies those inequities and joins #ListenStLouis host Carol Daniel to discuss the role bias plays in …
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To date, only a third of UK MPs are female and only one reads the names of murdered women annually in parliament. Despite rates of domestic abuse more than doubling since 2016. She's spoken up for abortion rights, she's spoken up for sex workers. She's spoken against having an international men's day. Women, this woman has your back. This episode, …
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We're continuing the series we've been doing this month all around inspiring you to use your voice, no matter what your topic or your industry. If you've been listening to this podcast for a while, you know that I've been really excited about artificial intelligence and ChatGPT and all of the ways AI can help us both personally and professionally. …
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Every night, thousands of young people go to sleep without the safety, stability, and support of a family or a home, according to the National Alliance to End Homelessness. In St. Louis City, Black residents are four times as likely to be homeless as their white counterparts according to the city's Department of Human Services. But beyond those num…
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Deborah Joseph is a leader among women. She is a champion of diversity in the beauty industry and has brought body positivity into the limelight. She fights for equal pay and better work-life balance, she's appalled by everyday sexism, and she refuses to stay in the box which society has tried to carve out for her. We are thrilled to bring you such…
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Welcome to another vibrant episode of the Balanced Lady Boss Show, where we explore the theme of renewal and growth, perfectly timed with the energetic blossoming of spring. I'm Stacey Hines, your host, and today we talk about what it means to truly bloom into your full potential. Whether you're navigating the areas of love, health, or career, this…
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Many conferences get hundreds of speaker submissions. How can you make yours stand out so it gets selected? Then, once you do get selected, how do you make sure you deliver an engaging presentation at the conference? That’s what I talk about with my guest Cathy McPhillips, who is Chief Growth Officer at the Marketing AI Institute. Along with the vi…
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While teaching at Normandy High School, Sheryl Rogers suffered a violent attack by a student. The video went viral and sparked a conversation about how we can protect our teachers. Host Carol Daniel sat down with her to discuss her career and how we can nurture our educators' well-being. What were your thoughts on this episode? Let us know by writi…
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Claire Cohen is one of the foremost voices of this generation on the female experience. She writes on everything from friendship to our physical suffering. Her book BFF: The Truth About Female Friendships explores the reality of maintaining and even sometimes ending friendships, interviewing the likes of Emma Barnett and Pandora Sykes, to form a ma…
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I talk quite a bit on this podcast about "the expert trap" and how so many of us get stuck teaching and training and don't step into thought leadership. This applies not only to those of us who are entrepreneurs, but of course to all the academics out there as well (hand raised!). This episode is a treasure trove of insights for anyone passionate a…
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April is #PoetryMonth and Carol Daniel is kicking it off with a discussion on the power and history of Black poetry in St. Louis. She is joined by author Lyah Beth LeFlore, daughter of the late St. Louis City poet laureate Shirley Price Bradley LeFlore, and poet Marsha Cann. What were your thoughts on this episode? Let us know in the comments below…
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Pro-ageing storyteller and Hollywood screenwriter Heidi Clements is an oracle of wisdom and honesty. She uses social media to dispense her incredible learnings on life and love whilst getting dressed in fashion-forward accoutrements. There's something powerful about this intimate act; the creation of a safe, shared, feminine space. She has so much …
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A couple of months ago, I attended an event to honor non-profits. What was really cool was that each non-profit had 2-½ minutes to share their story. When my guest Theresa Smith-Levin, founder of Central Florida Vocal Arts, shared her story, I was instantly inspired and I knew I had to have her on the podcast. Our conversation is a testament to the…
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In this enlightening episode of the Balanced Lady Boss Show, join us as we talk the truth about the intricacies of transitioning from a corporate career to embracing entrepreneurship full-time. Stacey shares her candid experiences, valuable lessons, and practical tips to navigate this significant life change. Key Takeaways: The Decision to Leave Co…
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You know how powerful storytelling is in your presentations and talks. How can you go about integrating your stories in a way that truly connects you to your audiences? There is no *one way* to integrate stories into your talks. Your story can be central to your talk or it can be a supporting element. You can play with the timeline of the story - s…
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