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She Grabs The Mic is an inspiring and real as hell exploration of human potential powered by one fierce mission: to help women live their best lives, from the bedroom to the boardroom- at every age and stage of life. Hi. I’m Cole Baker-Bagwell- a Master Certified Professional Life Coach empowering high achieving women to get out of "the swirl" and create the lives they want. Every week, I talk about the real challenges we face as women. I pull in science, practice, (a little cursing) and a l ...
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Kindness Think Tank

Cole Baker Bagwell

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Kindness Think Tank™ is redefining the way we think about kindness. Through down to earth conversations with amazing people from around the world, Cole Baker Bagwell shines a light on the ways her guests are bringing kindness into their communities and work in ordinary and extraordinary ways. Cole created this podcast to inspire a collective mindset and movement of actionable kindness with the hope that kindness will never again be thought of as a random act.
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What keeps us glued to cynical news loops? Why is it so easy to burn hours dooms scrolling social media or watching reality shows that showcase drama inside of the first 2 minutes? Why do we look forward to drama? This week, I'll help you understand how drama shapes your behavior and why it's so damn addictive. YOU'LL LEARN: The scientific connecti…
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So many things seem to be going wrong in our world right now. Life feels scary as hell, overwhelming, and super hard for millions of people, here in the U.S. and abroad. Knowing how to focus, cope, and be kind has never been more important. All three can feel tough, and even impossible, because our brains are hardwired to focus on negativity and ou…
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My brain fog and fatigue showed up suddenly and steadily got worse. My symptoms were written off as 'normal' by three doctors. 'Normal' could have destroyed my brain, my body, and my life. This week, I'm on a mission to raise awareness about Vitamin B12- the one lab test every adult experiencing symptoms like brain fog, fatigue, moodiness, and low …
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Stressed, exhausted, foggy brained, and bloated. We've accepted that feeling crappy is 'normal'. But these symptoms aren't 'normal'. They're signs that something is out of whack with our health. It's time to take action and we can. This week, I'm inviting you to feel less crappy and more vibrant by spending a little time getting to know the conduct…
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If you've ever felt super stressed, anxious or found yourself in the middle of a hellish panic attack, know this. You're not alone babe. Forbes Health says "anxiety disorders are the most common mental illnesses in the U.S. affecting over 40 million adults, or 19.1% of the population." But, we're not powerless. Not even close. This week, we’re goin…
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Let me ask you this. When you woke up this morning, did you think of today as a list of to-dos and challenges or as a one of a kind, make the most out of it amazing gift? Too many of us spend our lives time traveling to the past and future- totally missing the magic that's right in front of us. But you know who never misses it? Dogs. This week, we'…
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When life deals you a colossally shitty hand, you've got two choices. You can fold or you can keep playing and build a hand that changes the trajectory of your life. Our guest this week chose to keep playing. Her She Grabs The Mic story will change your heart and mind, if you let it. This week, we're talking about overcoming adversity and living yo…
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Imagine how you would feel if you knew you had to perpetually relive the worst minutes and days of your life with zero power to get unstuck. Thankfully, this is not the case. Brain science has proven a beautiful truth. You and I have the power to choose how we think, feel and live every single minute of our lives. We can stay stuck or we can rock o…
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How many times have you faced a really big life challenge that felt like it would crush you? What helped you navigate to the other side? This week, we’re talking about how to turn those big gnarly life challenges into transformational, enriching possibilities from a woman who has been there, done that and is literally flying high! Our guest this we…
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When was the last time you worried yourself into a frenzy and things actually got better? This week, we're talking about how to worry less to live better, starting today, by shifting our mindset with three solid mindful practices. Worry is a learned and created mindset that puts us into a swirly cycle of shit that disrupts our mental health, physic…
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What would change if we felt as much pure joy in our lives as a kid on a playground? What if we greeted each other with the same kind of unbridled, tail waggin' joy our dogs offer us when we come home from work? So many of us wish for more joy in our lives. Feeling joy can be challenging and sometimes, seemingly impossible. This week, joy aficionad…
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How many times have you felt disappointed, under appreciated, frustrated, angry, or passed over because your expectations didn't quite pan out? If you've ever wondered why, don't you worry. I've got you covered. This week, we’re talking about the expectations we have across our lives from our work and our kids to strangers we've never met. You'll l…
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If someone asked you to state your life purpose in one little sentence, what would you say? "What's my purpose" is a question that billions of people have searched for lifetimes to understand. And, 'purpose' is one of the most Googled searches in the world. This week, I'm shaking things up in an effort to crack the code on this deep mystery. I'm in…
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This week, we're talking with Eleanor Claire Johnson about the existential topic of consciousness which the National Library of Medicine defines as "a neural capacity for objectivity that is especially pronounced in humans." Consciousness is on the radar of scientists, spiritual leaders, and researchers who are exploring its potential to exponentia…
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"No bleeding. No breeding." This week, we're talking about how to flip your menopause mindset from dried up and old to fierce and sexy so you can squeeze every ounce of joy from what my guest this week cleverly calls "The Half Time Show." Dr. Heather Bartos is here to share her relatable wisdom as one of the nation's top five menopause experts- acc…
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Don't buy into the hype that you're helpless, small, or the world is going to shit. Media is a business. Well architected messages of chaos and impending doom are being served up to us 24/7 through the screens we put in our bedrooms, family rooms, kitchens, offices, and pockets. We’re hyper saturated by the business of news and this saturation is c…
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If you're exercising to beat the band, and getting lack luster results, the answer isn't doing more. According to Women's Fitness Expert Jana Barrett, it's rethinking the way you're exercising. Whether you're a part time jogger or a hardcore athlete, this episode will teach you how to exercise in concert with your Goddess body, feel more powerful, …
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If you're thinking about reinventing your career or your life, this episode will fire your soul and warm your heart. This week, my Mom, "Peaches" Pat Gray, is sharing her wisdom around both, from her lived experience. Allow me to set the stage. My Mom, "Peaches", is a stone cold sassy badass. She was the quintessential Enjoli woman of the 70's, wit…
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Monkey mind? Stressed to the max? Analysis paralysis? I see you! Indecision? Worry? Sleepless nights? You're not alone. You're caught in something that I call 'the swirl." This week, my goal is to help you get out of the swirl so you step into the agency you have to live your life with more clarity, peace, and confidence. Getting out if essential b…
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Have you ever faced something so challenging you thought it just might break you? If so, know this. You are not alone. This week, we’re talking with a woman who faced that level of challenge, rose, rooted in hope, and dedicated her life to empowering others. Meet Irma Goosen, an immigrant success advocate, TEDx speaker, engineer, author, Mom, and a…
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What’s possible? This is my absolute favorite question ever! The answer, Amazing Ones, is absolutely freakin' everything! Everything is possible. My goal is to connect you with the truth of these words by the end of this episode. And to do that, this week, we’re talking about the "big M"- manifestation. A word that’s been wrongfully relegated to th…
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This week, Andrea Balboni, Sex, Love and Relationships Coach, is back to pick up right where we left off in Episode 19. The topic? Feeling good and alive from the bottom up. Connecting with our bodies is essential when it comes to discovering our best lives and claiming ourselves as women. Andrea and I talk about connecting with our bodies, the voi…
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Dear Amazing One, If I asked you to write a list of what you dislike and another list of what like about yourself, which one would be longer? Which one would be easier for you to write? This week, we're talking about igniting the very best love affair you'll ever have by unconditionally loving, admiring and claiming the woman you are. Oh yea baby! …
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How does feeling guilty making your life better? Interesting question, right? This week, we're talking about guilt- a blocker that comes up in nearly every coaching conversation I have. "I feel guilty because... " "I have so much guilt about..." "I’ll feel guilty if…" "I feel guilty when..." I get it. Guilt is woven into the fabric of our thinking.…
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This week, is about setting our stage for more self love, boosted mind-body health, and a super delicious 2024! Sex, Love, and Relationships Coach, Andrea Balboni, joins us to talk about why expanding into nourishing pleasure empowers us to claim our womanhood, boost our health, and live into the fullest expression of ourselves. Andrea courageously…
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You can blame your partner, your parents, and your boss. You can blame your circumstances. You can come up with an exhaustive list of reasons and excuses to live small and avoid growth. And, while those reasons and excuses may be valid, here's the thing. What's standing between you and the goals and possibilities you want to realize in your life is…
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Where do you feel pressured to shape shift into another version of yourself to be accepted, please, or fit in? How often do you show up in your life as your authentic self? This week, Rebecca Fernandez joins us to talk about authenticity and her personal journey that's spanned over years. (Oh, and by the way, authenticity is a natural extension of …
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On a scale of 1-10, how much do you love your whole self? This week, I revisit self love and introduce you to it's arch enemy- self sabotage. I'll share insight that will help you dial up your self love and dial down your self sabotage noise that's standing between you and your potential. I'll explain why self sabotage comes so easy for us. I'll sh…
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The incredibly gifted Barbara Bizou joins me this week to talk about manifesting what we most want in our personal and professional lives, just ahead of hosting her annual Vision 2024 workshop. As a global wisdom keeper and an agent of transformation, Barbara seamlessly integrates her extensive knowledge of practical spirituality, rituals, psycholo…
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What's on your 2024 resolution list? This week, I’m offering you a delicious shot of micro-coaching that will help you rethink your resolution list, take small steps to successfully stick to whatever you resolve is important for you, and, button up 2023 with a big juicy boost to your mental health. I'll share women's resolution stats from a recent …
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Let's get real. This "magical time of year" can be super challenging even when everything goes as planned. It can feel like a steel cage death match when the unexpected happens and life goes off the rails. This week, I'm offering you some coaching on how you can feel joy and avoid the shit show tsunami, when unexpected madness shows up. You'll hear…
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It's mid-December. What kind of experience do you want for yourself this holiday? This week, we’re talking about being a wonder woman: How to open your portal for maximum wonder, joy, peace, and good vibes this holiday, whether you're celebrating Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanza, Los Pasados, Omisoka, or the ultimate gift of being alive. You'll learn: H…
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The holiday season is the perfect time to explore compassion, and the bonds we share when we're in community. Millions of us grapple with loneliness, especially this time of year. We feel it at home and we feel it at work. And loneliness in the workplace is even more pronounced for high achieving women. My guest, Rachel Clar, Founder and CEO of Int…
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We're officially in full holiday swing. What are you saying yes to that stresses you out the most this time of year? When would saying no make you smile? This week, I'm kicking off a mindful holiday series because Lord knows, we all need a little extra love, sanity, and support this time of year. In this episode, we'll talk about resisting your con…
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How's your level of confidence right now? How often do you wish you had more? These are important questions because the truth is, roughly 80% of all us struggle with low self-esteem (confidence). This mindset negatively affects how we feel about ourselves, our relationships, our work, and our lives. You have the power to change your mindset which m…
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What are you most grateful for right now? As you head into the hustle and bustle of the holidays, I can't think of a better time than right now to give this question some TLC. Gratitude is underrated. And that's a tragedy because it's one of the most powerful things you can practice when it comes to your overall health, and happiness. In this episo…
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How do you see the world? How would you like to see the world? Let's get real. It's easy to get stuck in negative thinking loops. If you've found yourself waiting for the other shoe to drop or focusing on the one negative thing that happened to you today I see you. Thinking this way does not make you a negative Nelly. It just makes you human. You w…
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The way we grow up shapes our hearts and minds. As little girls, we learn fundamental human skills from our family and friends that shape us: how to love, be kind, share, communicate, and trust our intuition. We learn what to believe and we model what we learn. We're super porous during these peak learning years. Everything we experience has an aff…
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How often are you zoning out on the news? How about social media? How do you feel energetically, emotionally, and mentally after a media binge? The world can be scary, overwhelming, and uncertain as heck. The last few weeks have been a ringer. It's easy to get inundated with media overload when we're mindlessly scrolling. This week, I have this goo…
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How many times a day do you hear, I'm fine? How often do you say those same words when someone asks, "How are you?" When was the last time you really thought about how you're actually feeling and why? Your body and mind are co-conspirators of your experience. The interplay between them is constantly happening, even when it goes unnoticed. And when …
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Has grief rocked your life? Are you feeling angry, lost or overwhelmed? Have you found yourself wondering, "Will I ever feel happiness, breathe easy, or recognize my life again?" If you've answered yes to any of these questions, this episode is for you. Grief is unpredictable. It takes a different shape for each of us. And there is no set time or o…
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Have you ever thought about the useless, heavy, toxic crap you're lugging around? The "unchecked baggage" that you're storing energetically, emotionally, mentally, and physically? This stuff is taking up space. It's impacting the way you think, feel, react, relate, and experience your life. In this episode, my aim is to empower you with knowledge, …
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You have greatness inside of you. This gold is your birthright. It's your personal power and it ignites your ability to grow, glow, rise, and thrive. When you're tuned into it, you have everything you need to change your life. My mission is to empower you so you can. In this (very 1st) episode, I will connect you with the five choices I made that h…
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Get ready to spice up your Sunday... This week, we're skipping across the pond to London to talk about sex with Andrea Balboni: Founder of Lush Coaching who's leading with heart and a heap of science to help people shed their sexual baggage and experience the joy and the fullness of their lives. Andrea talks with me about her personal Sex In The Ci…
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This week, we're popping across the pond to London for a chat with Ozlem Tuskan: Founder of The Resilient, single mum and a woman with enough resilience, kindness and soul for 100 people. Ozlem talks with me about her work with women founders that's disrupting the astounding inequity in VC funding, developing bold resilience, kindness and quantum p…
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This week, we're heading over to Denver, CO to catch up with Dr. Elia Gourgouris, best known internationally as 'The Happiness Doctor'. He talks with me about the power of the personal 'brands" we inherit or adopt, the impact of social media on self worth, the magic of being real, the kindness-happiness connection and the projects he has underway t…
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This week, we're heading over to Portland, Oregon to hang out with Jody Turner: Futurist, Speaker, Insight Researcher on a mission to share bold ideas to preserve our planet. Jody talks with me about the trends she identified 20 years ago and why she's not surprised by where we are in time. We talk about her work that's guiding the evolution of maj…
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This week, we're heading to Sydney, Australia to spend some time with Dr. Richard Harris: Surgeon, Author, Father, Visionary, Kind Soul. In 1971, John Lennon released his prolific and timeless song, Imagine. 50 years later, this vascular surgeon (from The Land Down Under) inspired by the possibilities John shared in his lyrics, became the author of…
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This week, we're trekking up to Boston to catch up with the soulful, Michele Nevarez: Author, Emotional Intelligence Expert and the CEO of Beyond EI. Our conversation takes place just after the launch of her new venture, Beyond EI. Michele talks with me about her time in Nepal that informed her world views and her extensive EI work alongside Daniel…
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This week, we're heading up to New York City to spend a little time with Michael Roderick: Founder, Writer, Podcast Host, Dad and Urban Dweller. Michael talks with me about the freedom that comes from allowing yourself to suck, loneliness, "worshipping reach and ignoring depth" and the one tiny thing each of us can do everyday, to make the world a …
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