Side Note is where we dig into untold stories from the most authentic leaders across industries — experts, authors, entrepreneurs, and creatives, and more. We dissect their journeys, the unglamorous pivots, and the small steps that shaped their course. These aren't your typical highlight reel pep talks. We're not here to sell you a dream. We're here to inspire you, challenge you, and share perspective that makes you think differently. They remind us that the gap between now and the future is ...
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9. Why Your Most Important Business Move Might Be Joining a Mastermind
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One of the toughest challenges of entrepreneurship is carrying the psychological weight of every decision. When everything depends on you—organizing your time, staying accountable, and making progress without burning out—the road can get lonely. Host Samantha Fackler takes a deep dive into why isolation can be a business killer and how mastermind g…
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8. What Your Hunger is Telling You About Unmet Needs with Dr. Adrienne Youdim
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What if your hunger is signaling more than just a need for food? Dr. Adrienne Youdim, physician, author, and keynote speaker, joins host Samantha Fackler to uncover the profound link between hunger, emotions, and self-compassion In this thought-provoking episode, Dr. Adrienne explores the common, often unrecognized needs she sees in patients—from t…
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7. High Achiever in Progress: Kendall Berg on Writing, Pageants, and Juggling it All
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In this raw and revealing episode, Kendall Berg joins Side Note to unpack the complex relationships behind “juggling it all”. As a successful career coach, pageant competitor, mother, and advocate for domestic violence survivors, Kendall courageously shares how her drive to excel across multiple domains emerged as a response to past trauma - and th…
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6. Voice of Authority: Speaking Confidently as a Leader
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Ever caught yourself thinking, “Damn, how does she command a room like that?” That’s what this episode is about: how to speak confidently and unlock your vocal power no matter which room you find yourself in. In this Side Note episode, host Samantha Fackler spills the tea on how to transform the way you speak in situations across life and business.…
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5. Turning Anxiety into your B*tch: How to Manage Chaos in Your Brain with Regan Oelze
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Burnout doesn’t have to be the end of the road—it can be the beginning of something transformational. In this episode of Side Note, Samantha Fackler sits down with Regan Oelze, founder of Organized Chaos, who shares her powerful story of turning corporate burnout and anxiety into a thriving confidence. Together, they dive deep into the impact of gr…
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4. How to Balance Masculine and Feminine Energy in Business and Life
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What if balancing your masculine and feminine energy is the key to success in both business and life? In this solo episode of Side Note, host Samantha Fackler uncovers how harnessing both energies can transform everything from your career to your relationships. Everyone has access to both masculine and feminine energies—whether it's a go-getter min…
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3. Navigating Pregnancy, Work-Life Balance, and Career Goals with Masha Zvereva
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How do you balance career ambitions with the life-altering journey of motherhood? Samantha Fackler welcomes Masha Zvereva, a tech entrepreneur turned corporate leader, who’s just days away from becoming a mother. Together, they explore Masha’s personal story of transitioning from entrepreneurship to the corporate world, the need for community and s…
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2. The Music Festival That Changed My Career Path
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What if the real answers to your biggest questions aren’t on Google? In this Side Note episode, host Samantha Fackler shares her remarkable journey from a corporate career in marketing to becoming a successful business coach for women entrepreneurs. Sam’s path is anything but conventional. She dives into the untold stories and side notes that make …
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1. Overcoming Fear and Finding Your Voice: Lessons from Sam Altieri
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What does it take to turn fear into fuel and visibility into success? Sam Altieri, the powerhouse entrepreneur behind the Voice and Visibility agency, shares his inspiring story of transformation from an insecure architect to a confident business mentor and podcast host. In this episode, Sam and host Samantha Fackler dive deep into the realities of…
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Welcome to Side Note—the podcast where we empower ambitious women with new perspectives. We believe it’s often the overlooked “side notes” in a story that hold the most powerful insights. Here, we bring those raw and inspiring stories from renowned experts, entrepreneurs, creatives, and visionaries to life—making big ideas feel real. Side Note is m…
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