When I think of cool jobs, I think of international correspondents. That’s why I was so excited to sit down with Tara Joseph. She has traveled the world, sharing important stories and giving a voice to others. After leaving Hong Kong due to the shift in freedom of speech there, she settled in California, where she now shares her expertise as a comm…

When you follow your heart and talents, roads lead to success and soon thereafter to supporting your community. June Reese is an NAACP Image Award nominee, author of Iconic Homes: Interiors, Advice, and Stories from 50 Amazing Black Designers, and an interior designer herself. In this episode, we talk about the honor of celebrating your community, …

I love power couples, and when I saw Sarah and her husband Chris, the duo behind We Are the Rhoads, featured in Santa Barbara Magazine, I instantly knew I wanted to meet them. Successful commercial photographers, married, and raising three boys, Sarah has had to choose her own path to make it all work, and she’s never been happier. I loved this con…

Welcome to a special edition of the Powerful Ladies Podcast. This episode was recorded live in Venice, California, on April 25th, 2024, at NeueHouse. It’s an amazing discussion about my Have It All Method™ featuring myself and three of my favorite entrepreneurs: Maurice Philogen, who flew in all the way from Lebanon; KJ Atlas, whose solo Powerful L…

Often, we think that once we go freelance or become business owners, we can’t go back to corporate life. That’s simply not true, and it doesn’t allow you to have the freedom to chase your dreams or say yes to incredible opportunities when they come your way. Jacqueline Lavitt Michaelsen confidently flows between corporate and freelance work by keep…

The world has gone beige. There is more homogeneity in human culture today than ever before. And yet, we all have a craving to be different, to express ourselves in unique ways, and a desire to have the freedom and bravery to express our unique style. Burning Man, Comic-Con, and similar events are currently among the few places where it's expected …

There are many creative ways to combine your passions with your activism. After finding her own power in a pair of roller skates, Melissa Skeet, Diné from the Navajo Nation, is now roller skating across America from Washington State to Washington D.C. to raise awareness about Missing & Murdered Indigenous People (MMIP) and to collect donations to s…

Not all of us are lucky enough to come from a great family or a lineage of Powerful Ladies. So when you encounter three generations of women who are all being powerful, taking up their space, and working hard to expand into new levels of living extraordinary lives, you take notice. Grandma Donna, Nancy Eaton, and Kendra Laine are such an example. T…

Whether we admit it or not, most people turn to astrology to make decisions or judgments - whether it's deciding who might be a better soul mate or justifying aspects of our personalities. It’s often viewed as somewhat hokey, with numerous faux astrologers out there. Then there’s KJ Atlas. She’s a professional astrologer specializing in business an…

Reinvention is a founding marker of a Powerful Lady. There are so many seasons of our lives, most of which we cannot predict, and while we know this, we put so much pressure on ourselves to make our lives perfect and perfect soon. Kristin Middleton, founder of Bougie Gougies, has had to reinvent herself multiple times. Now in her sixth decade, she’…

It takes a special gift to help you refine the story within you that the world is waiting to read. Book Coach and Publishing Consultant Kim O’Hara uses her past experience turning books into movies to assist her clients in discovering the story within themselves that is destined to be a hit. Even more significant, her belief that everyone is powerf…

Isn’t life beautiful when we surprise ourselves with how brave we can be? It's not common for an incredibly shy person to end up on stage and then on TV, but that is exactly what today’s Powerful Ladies Podcast guest, Adeline Perez, has done. From being too shy to speak up in six-person meetings to now awaiting the launch of her book, Adeline has t…

Being a leader is hard. That's why we all need experts in organizational culture to guide us in stepping into leadership roles effectively. Maggie Larkin Hicok is 👏 that 👏coach 👏. She's smart, compassionate, and a goofball, qualities that make her excellent at her job and enable her to provide valuable perspective to the leaders and teams she works…

We have the power to create our own worlds. The books we read and the art we see allow us to create an entire world within our imaginations. Sometimes, those worlds inspire us; sometimes, they protect us; sometimes, they remind us there is so much more out there, and sometimes, they embolden us. Shubnum Khan has used her writing and her art to crea…

Meditation has gone mainstream and yet so many of us aren’t using this tool to our advantage. Kelli Heald found meditation after tragedy and credits meditation for healing her and supporting her through finding her new life. Now she’s on a mission to make sure meditation is accessible and simplified for everyone.…

Humans are living longer than ever. Our average lifespan has increased from 47 in the 1950s to 80 for women today. That’s a significant difference and predates the incorporation of many of the medical and technological advancements we are experiencing today. While we are indeed living longer, what isn't changing at the same pace is society’s percep…

We live in a culture that tells people, women in particular, to doubt their instincts and intuition from a very early age. From our cultural response of "I'm fine" when we are not, to being told that adults or experts know best when they often do not, we're told to turn off and stop listening to our internal knowledge. However, when you ask success…

If you’re looking for a breakthrough in sales and want to transition from being afraid to sell to being excited to sell, this is the episode for you. Natasha Hemmingway is a master sales coach, teaching people how to sell from their heart and have a true connection with their product or service, their target audience, and the underlying significanc…

Living in alignment with yourself starts with listening and having trust. Then, you're freed up to follow your passions, responding to what calls to you and allowing the universe to guide you. Leia Viat Marasovich has worked as an advocate, storyteller, photographer, and videographer, bringing all her passions together. You've witnessed her contrib…

Everyone wants to do good, make a positive impact, and help people; it's core to our DNA as humans. Often, as entrepreneurs, we start down one path to fulfill this purpose only to realize that we can make that same impact in so many ways. Shennice Cleckley knew she wanted to feed people. She started as a baker and dessert entrepreneur; now, she's f…

So many of us have dreamed of having a boutique shop. Today’s guest, Stephani Clymer, had that dream too and has proven that a classic brick-and-mortar independent retail shop can thrive in today’s digital shopping age. In this episode, we discuss pivoting to follow your dreams and staying in alignment with yourself, how to create a great team, and…

How do we only work on projects we love? How do we find time for everything that matters to us? How do we avoid getting overwhelmed by the state of things? I begin by seeking advice from someone whose accomplishments seem to span multiple individuals or lifetimes, yet who remains simultaneously happy and vivacious. That person is our esteemed guest…

I’ve been lucky to work with some incredible people, particularly some incredible women, and Michelle Smith is one of those women. It was inspiring to work alongside her at one of our past companies because we were in flow. We were making the important happen and the unimportant go away, and doing our best to make the lives of our team members easi…

Like many areas of life today, there are a lot of opinions about how to be the best parent and how to best take care of yourself as a parent. It’s overwhelming. Kristine Petterson has always cared about taking care of the world around her. When she became a parent herself, she realized that there was so much opportunity to give parents peace of min…

We all want and crave peace. Peace comes from transformation, and the only way to achieve true transformation is to navigate through our emotions, exploring the darker aspects of ourselves and embracing our shadows. Shadi Sadeghi, a Jungian coach and Emotion Code practitioner, skillfully guides clients through this process. Essentially, she holds y…

Louisa Schmolke broke into the international art scene thanks to her 1.6x1.6m Grid of Memories artwork entitled '3024' featured in the Royal Scottish Academy 197th Annual Show. Like many artists, she’s been working hard for a long time building her craft and following her own winding way. From architecture school to working full time to covid derai…

There are people you meet and you instantly know they are someone you are drawn to meet, know and learn about. Anne Watson is one of those people for me. After meeting her briefly at a wine tasting event, I instantly knew I had to have her on the podcast and this episode is simply delightful. She’s a gentle force of energy with such a welcoming spi…

There are so many ways to live life. Some parts are within your control, while others are beyond your influence. Today’s guest, Melissa Cho, is bravely navigating the path of life and pursuing what resonates with her. After working for established media brands, she has transitioned to freelance work, taking on various roles and creating passion pro…

Running our own business can be overwhelming in so many ways. The key to transitioning from surviving to thriving is to switch from prioritizing others to prioritizing yourself. In this episode, I sit down with Alyson Campbell, the founder of Heart & Soul PR based in Los Angeles. We talk about how to choose dream clients, the importance of prioriti…

Sunny Bates is a prime example of building a business around your zone of genius. Sunny’s zone of genius revolves around collecting, connecting and cultivating extraordinary people and relationships. When an organization committed to success and new ideas that can change the world is in the process of building their teams, they call Sunny. She’s a …

"Until one has loved an animal, a part of one’s soul remains unawakened." Truth! As avid animal lovers here at Powerful Ladies, we were excited to have the animal and veterinary TikTok educator and influencer, Dr. Molly Brinkmann, join us for our latest episode. We discuss how she became a vet, what pet owners are doing wrong, and how she and her s…

There are so many opportunities to change the world and make a positive impact and it all starts with being curious about the people and the world around you. Jean Oelwang is proof. As the president of Virgin Unite she’s leading the charitable arm of the Virgin empire, while also co-founding Plus Wonder and author of the book Partnering. Jean knows…

I loved this conversation because Kassia, not only an entrepreneur on a journey to build a portfolio of brands, is doing so in the footwear and apparel space that I love working in. She is the founder of KADA Apparel and the owner of PF Flyers, with a background in the family business, New Balance. We discuss what it means to build a brand, the ris…

Needing to look good in photos is no longer reserved for models and celebrities. Whether it's brand photography, your LinkedIn profile picture, your dating app photos, or even looking great in photos with friends and family, everyone needs to know how to pose well. This is also a super intimidating space! Christine Buzan has been sharing posing tip…

Women are changing filmmaking at so many levels. From Greta Gerwig’s Barbie Movie to the women-lead team at Curator in Seattle, their impact is undeniable. I had the pleasure of talking with Hayley Young, Rose Julian, and Bhavishya Sharadhi about why they love film, their efforts to foster inclusivity from the teams they collaborate with to the con…

After an accident, Christina Spinazola went from being an athlete and scientist to struggling to redefine herself, before discovering the transformative power of coaching. It had such a profound impact on her that she felt compelled to become a coach herself. She now helps her clients in building self-trust through deep integrity work, revealing ne…

There are so many ways to be creative. Emily Isenberg, the founder and creative director of Isenberg Projects, is a great example of how combining all the things you care about - some of which, for her, mean creativity, community, the urban landscape, and supporting other creatives - can lead you to designing a business you truly love. It leads to …

HR is not typically thought of as a sexy department. Many of us associate HR with paperwork, procedures, and policies. Khalilah Olokunola is radically redefining the perception of HR and its potential impact, not only within our companies but also in our communities and the world at large. In this new Powerful Ladies Podcast episode, we discuss how…

Why is choosing ourselves so hard? Andrea Owen is a direct, encouraging, and compassionate author, speaker, podcaster, and coach who is here to help you rebuild your confidence, understand how to boldly choose what you know is right, and pursue your ideal life. Her books, such as 'How to Stop Feeling Like Shit' and 'Make Some Noise,' are bestseller…

Being an artist is terrifying, exciting, inescapable, and also a path that, when you truly lean in (such as every time you follow your soul’s path), is magical and serendipitous. Andrew Petterson knows the roller coaster of being an artist well. On Friday, October 13th, at the Bike Shed LA, he is hosting his first solo art exhibition, ‘Hot Shoe Chr…

I am so excited for you to meet one of the coolest, wisest, most interesting, and compassionate people I have had the chance to speak with. Carroll Dunham is a badass. She has followed her curiosity and passions from Princeton, NJ, to Nepal, where she lived, studying traditional medicines as an anthropologist and Buddhism, fostered local children, …

There is a gap in what we, as citizens, know about our constitutional and legal rights. It's a significant part of what makes the law intimidating and frightening when it impacts our lives. Reb Masel is here to rescue us! She's a smart, savvy, and badass attorney who breaks down legal concepts with sass and humor through TikTok and Instagram channe…

Social media and digital marketing are challenging for everyone. It becomes even more challenging when you're a creative or artist who has to bare their soul to share the stories of their emotionally crafted, time-consuming work. That's why it's important to have individuals like Alexandra Generales and her company, Little Social Co, to guide you t…

Today's guest on the Powerful Ladies Podcast, Amanda Foust, is a certified coach and the founder of the Highest Potential Planner. She is on a mission to ensure that as many people as possible are awakened to their lives. I couldn't agree with this more! From starting two businesses to creating her own planner and establishing her family, Amanda's …

Why do we make it so difficult to excel as parents, particularly as great mothers, in the US? We possess an abundance of knowledge—modern, Eastern, and ancient—that could greatly facilitate the processes of conception, pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum phase, not to mention the intricate task of raising children. Yet, we often fail to tap i…

We are often told to be logical and use our brains to solve many of our problems. The truth is that often our bodies serve as our access point to both our freedom and our breakthroughs. Ginger Fatale (her stage name), aka Kristen Crowe, operates in the duality of movement's power by being a licensed professional clinical counselor and a board-certi…

After returning from college, Mayly used her marketing skills to blow up her family's Santa Monica Donut Shop - DK Donuts - on social media and in donut trends. They were featured in the Hulu Documentary "The Donut King" and have since leveraged her marketing skills to benefit new brands as a content creator and consultant. She has a new podcast (S…

The bold lives that we are asked to step into are often not what we envisioned. Jeanne Carver, founder and president of Shaniko Wool Company, is a testament to this truth. From being a hardworking rancher, she courageously transformed herself into a business owner, organizer, and now a leader in setting the standards for land conservation, sustaina…

From England to Parsons in NYC, to working in fashion in LA, Hannah Jenkinson knew there was more to life, and her dream life could have everything she envisioned. A random invitation to attend a conference in Peru led her to thinking, "Is this where my dream business should be?" Three years later, she made it happen and opened up her business HJK …

Brands and businesses are not talking to their customers enough. We do not live in an "if you build it, they will come" reality. Success in business today is all about relationships with your dream customers AND also having a strong relationship with yourself as a business owner and leader. Today's guest is Sanaz Dizaj Parham, Brand Director at the…