Welcome to the Humble Rising Podcast! Each week, host Arivee Vargas has conversations with badass, inspirational women sharing their own stories and actionable strategies on how to have fulfilling careers and lives. The journey to get there isn’t linear or easy. Let’s help you get clear on the life and career you really want and deserve now, and help you overcome the challenges and roadblocks that get in your way. From fear, disappointment, and self-doubt, to purpose, resilience, career clar ...
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Your energy, beliefs, and support systems will often affect your ability to attract vibrant wealth, health, and happiness into your life. Host, Katana Abbott, CFP® CSA, CSSCS, Retirement Income Coach, founder of The Midlife Millionaire® Solution and the Smart Women Companies is here to address cutting-edge topics and bring you bestselling authors and thought-leaders, so you can live with more purpose, passion, and prosperity! www.JoinSmartWomen.com Follow Smart Women Talk on your favorite po ...
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A podcast created to empower women and share their stories of triumph, success and sometimes failure. No matter the road, we all strive to be our best! Girl Talk y Más is a place to celebrate our women-hood and engage in a community of positive, real and empowering women! Stop by and chat with us anytime!
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140. Intentional Leadership in Uncertain Times with Ilhiana Rojas
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35:17Ilhiana Rojas is a bestselling author, an executive coach and strategist with over 20 years of executive experience leading in Fortune 500 companies like P&G, Hasbro, and Hanesbrands and coaching professionals and businesses to success. As the founder of BeLIVE Coaching & Consulting and Co-President of UNITED LATINAS, Ilhiana is a certified expert …
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Heal from Within with Dr. Shannon South In this powerful episode of Smart Women Talk, Katana Abbott sits down with Dr. Shannon South — also known as The Joy Doctor — to explore how you can tap into your own “inner counselor” to heal from trauma, release limiting patterns, and step into lasting joy and abundance. Dr. Shannon shares her personal jour…
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139. Beyond Awareness: How to Truly Change with Bizzie Gold
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1:02:10Bizzie Gold is a pioneering force in the mental health world. She’s the founder of Break Method—a data-driven system for emotional rewiring—and the author of the upcoming book Your Brain is a Filthy Liar, which explores how subconscious programming hijacks behavior and keeps us stuck in painful cycles. In this episode, Bizzie shares her own powerfu…
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138. How to actually RUN FOR OFFICE
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1:01:39Diana Maldonado is back on the podcast. Diana was a guest on episode 132 of the podcast so go back and listen to that episode to learn more about Diana’s background as a best-selling author, business strategist, founder of the Candidate School, and her journey to becoming the first Latina elected to represent Williamson County in the Texas state le…
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How to Thrive During Menopause with Dr. Anna Cabeca
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31:36In this episode of Smart Women Talk, host Katana Abbott sits down with the amazing Dr. Anna Cabeca for a powerful discussion on what it really means to live vibrantly after menopause. Dr. Anna shares why balancing hormones isn’t just about taking hormones—and how food, mindset, and lifestyle play an even bigger role. From her Keto-Green® lifestyle …
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Midlife Upgraded: The Power in the Pause with Pamela DeRose and Julie Fedeli
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34:28Is midlife the beginning of the end—or the start of something powerful? In this episode of Smart Women Talk, Katana Abbott welcomes Pam DeRose and Julie Fidel, co-authors of Midlife Upgrade: A Girlfriend’s Guide to Finding Power in the Pause. Together, they challenge outdated beliefs about menopause, hormones, sex, and self-worth—and reveal why thi…
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The Way of Miracles: How to Heal, Transform, and Thrive with Mark Mincolla, PhD
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33:54Ready to create your own miracles? Dr. Mark Mincolla reveals the secrets behind extraordinary recoveries and profound health transformations by merging ancient energy healing methods with state-of-the-art nutritional science. Dr. Mincolla teaches you practical tools to unlock your highest potential, reduce stress, and embrace miraculous health and …
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Rewriting My Life in Malta: A Journey of Bravery, Healing and Olive Trees with Emily A. Francis
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25:25Are you craving more joy, purpose, and freedom—but feeling stuck in the wrong place? Join us as author and wellness expert Emily A. Francis shares her bold story of leaving behind the familiar to start over in Malta, a Mediterranean island paradise. Discover how relocating for health, happiness, and alignment led Emily to not only rewrite her life—…
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137. How to tackle your financial fears and change your money story
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1:16:52Diana Isern is a passionate assistant principal, financial educator, and presenter whose financial course seeks to transform how students think about wealth. Through nationwide presentations for educators, she equips teachers with inclusive, practical strategies to make financial literacy accessible and empowering. Drawing inspiration from her fami…
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Healing Trauma and Building a Meaningful Life with Rabbi Cantor Judy Greenfeld
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23:38Why do bad things happen to good people? n this deeply moving episode of Smart Women Talk, Rabbi Cantor Judy Greenfeld joins Katana to explore how adversity shapes purpose. From personal tragedy to spiritual awakening, Rabbi Cantor Judy shares her journey of resilience, faith, and finding meaning. Discover how ancient prayers, movement, and daily p…
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136. You Got What You Wanted — Why Are You Still Restless?
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32:56In this episode of The Humble Rising Podcast, host Arivee Vargas delves into the concept of hedonic adaptation—the brain's tendency to normalize even the most positive changes in our lives, leading to a sense of restlessness or dissatisfaction despite external success. She explores why achieving milestones like promotions or new homes may not bring…
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Summer of 69 is out NOW on HULU! It stars Sam Morelos, Matt Cornett and Chloe Fineman. Directed by Jillian Bell. It's a hilarious and well-written movie about an awkward high school senior who hires an exotic dancer to help seduce her longtime crush before graduation. Leading to unexpected friendship and lessons in self-confidence, acceptance, and …
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You're Not Stuck - You Just Need a New Career Compass with Arivee Vargas
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36:15Feeling stuck in a successful career? You’re not alone—and you’re not broken. This episode features Arivee Vargas, former Big Law litigator turned executive coach and author of Your Time to Rise. Arivee shares her powerful story of career reinvention and the mindset shifts that helped her—and now help others—escape the career trap. You’ll learn how…
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135. You Don’t Need Better Time Management—You Need Better Alignment
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41:03In this episode of The Humble Rising Podcast, we’re shifting the conversation from traditional time management to something more powerful: alignment. If you're constantly feeling overwhelmed by everything on your plate—plus what’s about to be added—this episode is for you. Arivee explains why managing your time more efficiently won’t solve the root…
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Autoimmune Triggers EXPLAINED! with Dr. Tom O'Bryan
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56:20What if the root of your chronic symptoms isn't in your head—but in your immune system? In this powerful conversation, Dr. Tom O’Bryan joins Smart Women Talk host Katana Abbott to break down the truth about autoimmune diseases and what you really need to know to take control of your health. Together, they explore: The 5 pillars behind the developme…
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134. Burnout Isn’t Always Loud: 5 Subtle Signs You’re Running on Empty
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32:35Most high-achieving women don’t realize they’re burning out until it’s too late—because burnout isn’t always loud. Sometimes, it’s quiet. It creeps in while you're still performing, still holding it all together, still showing up for everyone else… except yourself. In this episode, I share 5 subtle signs of burnout that many women—especially women …
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Girl Talk y Mas Podcast - Swagger Dad -Daniel Reyes
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39:41Our conversation with Daniel Reyes of Swagger Dad is so inspiring. He created his platform to help create a positive space for Dad and break the cycle! He shares all aspects of life from growing up in New York City, to being a stay at home dad, and also the traumatic experience he went through of losing his daughter to a rare heart condition. Danie…
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133. Pause, Reflect and Reset for the Rest of the Year
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20:02If you’ve been moving fast—checking the boxes, handling the demands, but feeling like something’s off—this episode is your invitation to pause. We’re one quarter into the year, and maybe those fresh-start intentions have faded. But the pressure? Still very real. In this short solo episode, I’m guiding you through a powerful mid-year reset with 3 re…
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Exercise Smarter After 50! with Debra Atkinson
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29:21What if the key to energy, strength, and independence in your second half isn’t more exercise—but the right kind? In this powerful episode, Debra Atkinson joins Smart Women Talk host Katana Abbott to bust myths about fitness after 50 and reveal how to master your metabolism at any stage of life. You’ll learn: The #1 exercise priority that determine…
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Join Joanna and Katana as they discuss: How to find hidden stories in your life. Why it's never too late to reinvent yourself. How authenticity and self-trust are your superpowers. Joanna Klein, founder of Journey to Legacy, is a renowned speaker, writer, and transformational coach who became an entrepreneur at age 65. Drawing on her Master's in So…
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132. Empowering Women in Politics With Trailblazer Diana Maldonado
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1:03:48Diana Maldonado is a best-selling author, speaker, business strategist and former Texas state representative. As CEO of Maldonado Strategies, Diana’s sharp insight for pinpointing incongruencies, combined with her method for listening and collaborating, helps organizations design and implement innovative solutions to accelerate their big vision goa…
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131 Leading with Courage and Inclusivity with Valerie Zolezzi-Wyndham
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48:07In this episode, I sit down with Valerie Zolezzi-Wyndham, JD (she/ella) who is a loving, inclusive leadership strategist, awakening courage and amplifying culture every day. Valerie is the founder/CEO of Promoting Good. Prior to founding her seven year old firm, she practiced preventative law at a non profit where she founded and managed a medical-…
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Change Careers to Change Your Life with Shannon Russell
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18:05Join Shannon and Katana as they discuss: How to embrace change as an opportunity. How to recognize transferable skills for your next act. How to design a roadmap from here to there. Shannon Russell is a Television Producer turned Entrepreneur and Career Transition/Business Coach. She is also an Exit Strategy Expert, YouMap® Coach, Author, Speaker, …
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130. Does Your Work Provide All Your "Self Worth"?
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26:38This week, we examine why many high-achieving women tie their self-worth to their professional achievements. Work offers a sense of control, validation, and instant gratification that can feel more manageable than the uncertainty of relationships, personal growth, or other areas of life. Over time, this reliance on work for self-esteem can turn int…
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Take Charge of Your Finances with Eva Moulton, CFP®
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30:49Take Charge of Your Finances with Eva Moulton, CFP® Join Eva and Katana as they discuss: The first steps to building a healthy financial foundation for taking control of your money. The best resources and strategies to help you manage and grow your finances. The one simple step you can take today to make a lasting impact on your financial future. E…
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129. Vanessa Schwippert: The Power of Self-Care & Pivoting with Purpose
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50:30In this episode, I sit down with Vanessa Schwippert to explore breaking free from the stuck mindset, what it means to really take care of yourself, and finding your own true path. Vanessa is a first-generation Colombian-American woman dedicated to empowering others through education, storytelling, and community building. After years of teaching in …
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128. Building Confidence & Owning Your Voice with Miriam Simon
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54:45Want to know what it's like to completely evolve your career and help others grow? Leadership coach Miriam Simon joins us to talk about her journey from working at Newark Airport to being a leadership coach, helping women to speak up and own their worth. Miriam Simon is a coach, executive mentor, and corporate business manager with over 25 years of…
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The Biggest Money Mistakes Women Make with Katana Abbott, CFP® and Colleen Kilpatrick
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28:41The Biggest Money Mistakes Women Make with Katana Abbott, CFP® and Colleen Kilpatrick Join Colleen and Katana as they discuss: Why many women often avoid dealing with finances and how to find the courage to take action. How your money personality can sabotage your ability to create wealth. Some simple tips you can take to immediately change your re…
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127: Your Time to Rise: Behind the Launch
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30:21Today I'm sharing the excitement around my bestselling book "Your Time to Rise" and #1 new release on Amazon! If you've ever felt like something inside you has shifted, or that your success doesn't feel quite the same anymore, this episode is for you. I break down exactly who I wrote this book for (spoiler: those of us navigating big life transitio…
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Mastering the Art of Letting Go with Colleen Kilpatrick
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24:18Mastering the Art of Letting Go with Colleen Kilpatrick Join Colleen and Katana as they discuss: Simple and effective techniques you can put into practice today to identify what's been been draining your energy. The steps you can take to eliminate tolerations. How to identify long-lost dreams and hidden passions you'll now explore with your energy …
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Making Space for What Really Matters with Tracy McCubbin
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31:07Making Space for What Really Matters with Tracy McCubbin Join Tracy and Katana as they discuss: How five minutes of decluttering daily can make a tremendous difference in your life. Why making space for what really matters is essential to creating a happy home. Cracking the myth that your home has to be perfect. It doesn't! Tracy McCubbin is the CE…
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126. Lessons from 2024 & What I’m Bringing Forward into 2025
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37:562024 has been a year of transformation, growth, and invaluable lessons. In this episode, I’m reflecting on my journey from leaving a 20-year career in corporate law to embracing full-time entrepreneurship. I’ll share the powerful insights I’ve gained along the way – from learning the true importance of rest to overcoming self-doubt and harnessing t…
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Rewind: How to Craft Your Exit Plan with Jessica Medina
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57:55Jessica Medina is a former lawyer turned Accredited Financial Counselor, on a mission to help attorneys create the financial freedom they need to do big things. She graduated from Columbia Law School in 2004 as a single mom of twins with over $200,000 in student loans and went straight to work at a Biglaw firm. After eight years she switched roles …
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Arivee is a Certified Life Coach, Podcast Host for The Humble Rising Podcast, and Author. She is sharing the journey to her decision to leave her career as a Lawyer and went on to help Women of color and First Gen Women that have the desire to make a change to create fulfilling and intentional lives. We also took a deep dive into strategies to over…
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Purposeful Planning Makes for Joy-Filled Holidays with Ella Herlihy
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23:52Purposeful Planning Makes for Joy-Filled Holidays with Ella Herlihy Join Ella and Katana as they discuss: What questions to ask to determine your to-do and not-to-do lists. How to set boundaries that will guard what matters most. How to love your family well with gifts that reflect their unique love language. Ella is a mom to five thriving young ad…
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125. The Gratitude Trap: How to Be Thankful Without Staying Stuck
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20:10Gratitude is a powerful tool for joy and growth, but what happens when we use it against ourselves to invalidate and dismiss our desire for growth or change? In this episode of The Humble Rising Podcast, we explore the ways gratitude can unintentionally become a weapon we use to invalidate our feelings, suppress our desires, and keep ourselves stuc…
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Join us as we speak with the CEO of the Black Latina Movement, Crystal Roman. Through her theater and platforms, she has established a space to uplift and support Latina and Black cultures. Through her platforms, she also helps promote diversity and education while offering artists a plethora of opportunities to create, write, produce, and perform.…
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Who Will Take Care of Me When I'm Old? with Joy Loverde
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33:12Join Joy and Katana as they discuss: How taking on the role of caregiver offers new perspectives when planning for the future. The significance of longevity and your health's role as you age. Strategies for initiating the eldercare conversation. Joy Loverde has a reputation for being a path carver and visionary. She is a keynote speaker, consultant…
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124. Finding Yourself Again: Redefining Identity Beyond Titles, Work and Roles
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48:34In this episode of The Humble Rising Podcast, we’re exploring a challenge so many face: how to rediscover who you are outside of your job title, family roles, and societal expectations. Life transitions, whether it’s a career shift, motherhood, or relationship changes, can leave you questioning your identity and searching for purpose. If you’ve eve…
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124. REWIND: Angela Crawford on overcoming self-doubt to transform your career
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44:22Angela Crawford is a Partner and Co-Founder of Crawford & Acharya pllc, a corporate compliance and investigations boutique law firm. In this episode, Angela shares her journey. Angela and Arivee discuss the different pivots in Angela’s career and how she navigated her way to ultimately become an entrepreneur. We dig into fear, self-doubt, and how y…
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How to Afford Care for My Loved Ones as They Age with Becky Eizen
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35:36Join Becky and Katana as they discuss: Understanding the costs associated with aging in place or moving. How to better evaluate the different living options available to aging parents. Strategies for improving outcomes for people as they age. A proud native of New Orleans, Louisiana, Becky grew up knowing the value of helping others from her parent…
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123. Why I wrote "Your Time to Rise" & Why Now
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21:27In this episode of the Humble Rising Podcast, Arivee shares why she wrote her new book Your Time to Rise: Unlearn Limiting Beliefs, Unlock Your Power, and Unleash Your Truest Self (slated for release on January 14, 2025), which you can pre-order now on Amazon and Barnes and Noble. She shares why now was the right time to write the book, the importa…
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How I Kept Them: My Cryoablation Story with Laura Ross-Paul
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31:05How I Kept Them: My Cryoablation Story with Laura Ross-Paul Join Laura and Katana as they discuss: The importance of being your own health care advocate. How I went from clinical trial to No Evidence of Disease. Why it's important to share your experiences to help educate others. Laura Ross-Paul is an accomplished artist, activist, and educator kno…
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122. Navigating Life’s Crossroads: Finding Clarity in Times of Change
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19:20Ever felt like you're standing at a fork in the road, unsure which path to take? You're not alone. In this episode, we dive deep into those pivotal moments in life we call "crossroads" – those times when you feel stuck, lost, or simply ready for a change. We'll explore: Why crossroads moments happen (hint: it's not always bad!) The sneaky ways thes…
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Cryoablation in the Treatment of Breast Cancer with Dennis Holmes, MD, FACS
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29:47Cryoablation in the Treatment of Breast Cancer with Dennis Holmes, MD, FACS Join Dr. Holmes and Katana as they discuss: What is cryoablation? How cryoablation can be used to treat breast cancer. Who is eligible to receive cryoablation. Dennis R. Holmes, M.D. is an internationally renowned breast cancer, surgeon, surgeon educator, and cancer researc…
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In this episode, Arivee shares how to start mastering boundaries. It starts with one critical thing. Without it, you won’t be able to set boundaries for yourself and what matters most. This episode is for you if you're struggling with work-life harmony, feeling overwhelmed, or feeling the pressure and the weight of conflicting expectations. Arivee …
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Medicare Mistakes to Avoid with Danielle Roberts - Encore Show
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40:35Medicare Mistakes to Avoid with Danielle Roberts Join Danielle and Katana in this encore show as they discuss: How to understand the Medicare maze. The tools for becoming confident in your health care choices. The roadmap to understanding Medicare. Danielle Kunkle Roberts is a founding partner at Boomer Benefits, a national insurance agency special…
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Julissa S. Germosén is an award-winning technology leader, highly sought-after speaker, author, and career coach with over two decades of experience leading teams at Microsoft, Salesforce, and tech start-ups in global enterprise sales, consulting, strategic alliances, product development, go-to-market strategy, and operations. Julissa is the CEO of…
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What Women Need to Know about Social Security with Colleen Kilpatrick and Katana Abbott, CFP®
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40:17Join Colleen and Katana as they discuss: Why it's important to understand how planning for retirement has changed. Unique challenges women face in retirement planning. Ways to optimize your Social Security strategy for more income with less taxes. Katana Abbott, CFP®, is a Midlife Millionaires® Coach and Certified Social Security Claiming Specialis…
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How to Dig Yourself Out of Debt and Repair Your Credit Score with Howard Dvorkin, CPA
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32:26How to Dig Yourself Out of Debt and Repair Your Credit Score with Howard Dvorkin, CPA Join Howard and Katana as they discuss: Simple steps to take charge of your credit card debt now. Smart tips to improve your credit score. When filing bankruptcy may be your best option. Howard S. Dvorkin, CPA, MBA, is one of the most highly regarded debt and cred…
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