Best PRETTYSMART Podcasts (2025)

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Go First: Gabby Reece on Courage, Self-Trust, and Living Without Regret 1:03:39

24h ago1:03:39

1:03:39

Gabby Reece– former pro volleyball player, Nike’s first female signature athlete, co-founder of Laird Superfood, host of The Gabby Reece Show joins Danielle to talk about the real work of building a meaningful life. From the emotional tightrope of motherhood and ambition to the realities of aging, marriage, leadership, and letting go of people-plea…

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The Hidden Forces Shaping What We Buy, Wear, and Talk About: with Culture Strategist Linda Ong (Cultique) 54:57

8d ago54:57

54:57

What is culture—and who gets to shape it? Danielle sits down with cultural strategist and Cultique cofounder Linda Ong for a conversation that will change the way you see the world around you. From brand identity to the rise of private clubs, from “trad wives” to TikTok aesthetics, and the future of luxury. Whether you're a brand builder, pop cultu…

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Karrueche Tran's Proof That Grace Is A Power Move: Fame, Healing & Building Her Empire (and really good skin) 1:10:31

15d ago1:10:31

1:10:31

Karrueche Tran became a household name almost overnight—but for reasons that never told the full story. In this episode, she opens up about what it took to go from tabloid target to Emmy-winning actress and beauty founder, and the quiet resilience that helped her build a career and identity on her own terms. In this conversation, Karrueche shares: …

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Forever Chemicals Are Everywhere—How Do We Stay Safe? with EWG President Ken Cook 53:50

1M ago53:50

53:50

Ken Cook is the President and co-founder of the Environmental Working Group (EWG) and has spent his life fighting for safer food, cleaner water, and tougher regulations to protect us—and our kids—from toxic chemicals. He’s reshaped U.S. food and farm policy and pushed back against the industries putting profits over people. In this episode, he shar…

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How 21Seeds Became the It-Girl Tequila—And Changed An Entire Industry: The 21Seeds Story (Kat Hantas + Sarika Singh) 51:26

2M ago51:26

51:26

Danielle sits down with the powerhouse women behind 21 Seeds Tequila—Kat Hantas, Sarika Singh, and Nicole Emanuel—to reveal how they built a $160+ million brand from their kitchen. This is also happens to be Danielle’s FAVORITE (infused) tequila! The journey from infusing tequila at home to becoming the No. 1 flavored tequila in the U.S. Why tradit…

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The Art of Walking Away (Before You Lose Yourself) with Ashlyn Harris 1:23:59

2M ago1:23:59

1:23:59

Ashlyn Harris—World Cup champion, activist, mother, and the goalkeeper with the most saves in U.S. Women’s National Team history—opens up about the reality of high-performance culture, the addiction that almost consumed her, and why she walked away from everything she built to start over. Now, she’s in a new chapter—one that includes radical self-w…

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A Royal Bloodline, A Rebellious Spirit: How Asma Khan Changed the Culinary World 1:13:38

2M ago1:13:38

1:13:38

Asma Khan—Michelin-starred chef, activist, and the woman who turned rejection into revolution sits down with Danielle Robay. Born into an Indian royal bloodline, Asma was told from birth that she was a disappointment—too dark, too fat, too unworthy. The extended family dismissed her. She was never meant to be a leader. But that’s exactly what she b…

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The Audacity to Want More: with Bozoma Saint John 1:11:17

2M ago1:11:17

1:11:17

What does it really take to build an urgent, bold, uncompromising life? In this unfiltered conversation, Bozoma Saint John—former marketing executive at Apple, Pepsi, Uber, Netflix, and Endeavor, and now founder of Eve—shares the hard-earned lessons in life, love, and career. From working with Spike Lee to making the career-defining call that helpe…

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How Bethenny Frankel Broke the Rules and Built an Empire 1:05:27

2M ago1:05:27

1:05:27

Bethenny Frankel is a self-made businessperson, TV producer, podcast host, New York Times bestselling author, philanthropist, and social media force with 8.5 million followers. In this auhtentically Bethenny (unfiltered) conversation, she breaks down the mindset, business moves, and personal struggles that struggles that made her a powerhouse. Beth…

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I Got It From My Mama: Tika Sumpter on Hustle, Healing & Life’s Biggest Lessons 1:05:06

3M ago1:05:06

1:05:06

Before she was producing, starring in major films, and building her media empire, Tika Sumpter was a girl from Queens with a dream but no roadmap. In this raw and inspiring conversation, she shares how grit, hustle, and self-belief took her from waiting tables in New York to making it in Hollywood. From a chance encounter that led to her first agen…

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Tia Williams on What We Want Out of Modern Romance + Why She’ll Never ‘Raise a Man’ 49:09

3M ago49:09

49:09

Bestselling author Tia Williams (Seven Days in June, A Love Song for Ricki Wilde) sits down with Danielle Robay for a juicy, unfiltered conversation about love, dating, and why modern romance is more complicated than ever. From her days as the first Black beauty editor at Glamour to writing the books she wishes existed, Tia shares how her own exper…

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Breaking Free: Jennifer Esposito’s Journey From Hollywood’s Boxes to Authentic Storytelling 1:14:07

3M ago1:14:07

1:14:07

In this deeply honest episode, Jennifer Esposito, celebrated actress and the first female writer-director to step into the mafia genre, opens up about her 20-year battle against Hollywood stereotypes and systemic misogyny to bring her passion project Fresh Kills to life. From growing up in Brooklyn to being told she wasn’t “the girl next door,” Jen…

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Secrets to Overcoming Fear and Pushing Limits with Michelle Khare 47:38

3M ago47:38

47:38

If you’ve ever wondered what it takes to turn the wildest "what ifs" into reality, this episode will leave you inspired to embrace your own boldest dreams. Danielle sits down with Michelle Khare—YouTube sensation, Streamy Award-winning creator, and the woman behind the wildly popular Youtube series Challenge Accepted. Michelle shares how she’s push…

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Reversing Aging and Rethinking Health: What Harvard’s ‘Mother of Mindfulness’ Wants You to Know: Dr. Ellen Langer 59:43

4M ago59:43

59:43

Dr. Ellen Langer, known as the “mother of mindfulness,” and the first woman ever tenured in psychology at Harvard University and joins PRETTYSMART for an unforgettable conversation that will challenge everything you think you know about health, aging, and control over your life. With decades of groundbreaking research, Dr. Langer has reshaped our u…

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The 2025 Leap: 5 Life-Changing Moves for the Year Ahead 46:04

5M ago46:04

46:04

Transform your life in 2025! Danielle unveils her 5-step action plan to help you make this your most extraordinary year yet. Recorded with love and intention, this episode goes beyond goal-setting—it’s about designing a life that truly lights you up. Highlights include: The Annual Reflection: Why writing down your highlights and lowlights from 2024…

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Reality Check: What TV’s Guilty Pleasures Teach Us About Ourselves 39:26

5M ago39:26

39:26

Natasha Scott and Justine Kay, the dynamic duo behind the podcast Two Black Girls, One Rose, join us for a deep, hilarious, and thought-provoking conversation about reality TV and its impact on culture. What started as a love for shows like Laguna Beach and The Bachelor has evolved into a platform for dissecting race, relationships, and representat…

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The Seven Words That Saved My Life with Jessica Hoppe 1:00:06

5M ago1:00:06

1:00:06

Jessica Hoppe is a Honduran-Ecuadorian writer and creator of @NuevaYorka. She recently released her first memoir “First in the Family: A Story of Survival, Recovery and the American Dream” Today she joins PRETTYSMART and shares: Her battle with alcohol addiction—and why she took her story public. How society’s view of addiction differs for white pe…

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Texting Red Flags and Vision Boards: Clarke Peoples on Confidence and Curiosity 1:03:34

5M ago1:03:34

1:03:34

Clarke Peoples didn’t set out to become a content creator—but life had other plans. The Columbia University graduate found herself gaining a massive TikTok following by vlogging her life as an Ivy League student navigating the hustle, heart, and chaos of New York City. Now, as a full-time creator, she’s sharing everything from daily routines to lif…

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Happy Tools to Help You Find Your Happy + Start Living More Fully with Caroline Baudino 1:14:11

5M ago1:14:11

1:14:11

Caroline Baudino, the force behind Instagram’s Shop with Caroline and host of the hit podcast Coming in Hot, joins the pod to share her unapologetic mission to inspire us all to “Get up and get dressed.” With humor, heart, and hard-earned wisdom, Caroline dives into: From zombie to thriving: The wake-up call that made her take back her life and cha…

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The Kindness Gap: How to Move from Nice to Deeply Kind: with Houston Kraft 48:00

5M ago48:00

48:00

What does it mean to truly practice kindness? Houston Kraft, spent his career studying kindness, wrote a book about it (Deep Kindness) and shares powerful insights into how kindness can transform our lives. He explains: The difference between “confetti kindness” (random acts of kindness) and deep, intentional kindness Why kindness is misunderstood …

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Never Settle for the Status Quo with Hettas Founder Lindsay Housman 49:34

6M ago49:34

49:34

Did you know that almost all athletic shoes on the market have been designed, researched and tested on men? When Lindsay Housman discovered this, she and her husband, founded Hettas, a company creating running shoes optimized for women. Today, Lindsay joins the podcast to share why becoming a disruptor in this space is so important to her. We discu…

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Why Hard Work Will Always Exceed Talent with Emily Bear (Composer + Songwriter) 1:04:28

6M ago1:04:28

1:04:28

Emily Bear captivated the world with her piano talent at just six years old. Now, at 23, she’s already a Grammy and Emmy-winning composer, producer, arranger, pianist, and singer-songwriter. Recently, she became the youngest person to score a feature film and is currently working on Moana 2. In 2022, Emily won the Grammy Award for Best Musical Thea…

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Hormones, Health, and Longevity: Dr. Shepherd’s Guide to Navigating Your “Preseason" 42:56

6M ago42:56

42:56

Dr. Jessica Shepherd is a board-certified OB-GYN and women’s health expert, dedicated to empowering women at every stage of life with a holistic approach to care.In this episode, Danielle talks with Dr. Shepherd about her newly launched book, Generation M, exploring women’s health, aging, and empowerment. Key takeaways include: Writing Journey: Dr.…

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Creating Systemic Change: Keely Cat-Wells on The Untapped Power of the Disabled Community 58:36

7M ago58:36

58:36

Keely Cat-Wells is an entrepreneur and disability rights advocate that truly believes kindness can change the world. At 17, Keely was living her dream of attending a dance academy in London when she started experiencing health scares which led to multiple surgeries, medical malpractice and ended with a permanent ileostomy. It changed the trajectory…

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Imposter Syndrome & Rewriting The Stories We Tell Ourselves: Dr. Lisa Orbé-Austin 52:04

7M ago52:04

52:04

Do you have imposter syndrome? You’re not alone—70% of people will experience imposter syndrome at some point, and today, Dr. Lisa Orbé-Austin is here to help us break free. As a psychologist, imposter syndrome expert, and bestselling author of Own Your Greatness and Your Unstoppable Greatness, Dr. Orbé-Austin dives deep into how imposter syndrome …

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Who’s That Girl? Eve Reveals All 44:29

8M ago44:29

44:29

She’s a Grammy-winning, multi-platinum rapper, singer-songwriter, Emmy-nominated actor, mother, philanthropist, and entrepreneur. You know her for the iconic hit Who’s That Girl? Now, Eve is here on PRETTYSMART, ready to finally answer that question. In her new memoir, she opens up like never before, giving us an intimate glimpse into her life and …

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Behind the Glamour: Taylor Hill on Beauty, Modeling, and Self-Worth 59:51

8M ago59:51

59:51

At just 14, Taylor Hill became a full-time model, and by 18, she had booked the career-defining role of walking in the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show, becoming one of the youngest models to do so. Since then, Taylor has graced the covers of Vogue and Harper’s Bazaar and walked for fashion powerhouses like Versace, Chanel, and Dolce & Gabbana during…

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Get Out of Your Head + Into Your Heart: with Kimberly Snyder 55:32

8M ago55:32

55:32

Is your heart the key to the transformation you’ve been seeking? New York Times best-selling author, holistic wellness expert, and nutritionist to stars like Drew Barrymore, Reese Witherspoon, and Channing Tatum – Kimberly Snyder shares insights from her latest book, The Hidden Power of the Five Hearts, which maps out a path to personal transformat…

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Winning Big: Sarah Spain’s Rules for Success + Not Having Regrets 1:04:38

8M ago1:04:38

1:04:38

For over two decades, Emmy & Peabody Award winning Journalist, Sarah Spain has made her mark as a sports reporter. She’s spent over a dozen of those years at ESPN, working as a host, producer and writer. She’s also a radio host and hosts her own podcast “Good Game with Sarah Spain” on iHeart. Today she’s joining PRETTYSMART to share her journey fro…

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Everything You Want to Ask Someone In an Open Marriage with Molly Roden Winter 56:45

9M ago56:45

56:45

Curious about open marriage or ethical non-monogamy? In this episode, Molly Roden Winter shares her candid journey. At 35, Molly was a happily married teacher in Brooklyn with two young sons. But one night, feeling suffocated, she walked into a neighborhood bar and found herself desiring another man. What followed transformed her life and marriage.…

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How to Build the Community You Desire: with Cat Lantigua 48:28

9M ago48:28

48:28

Cat Lantigua is a first-generation Dominican-American author, community architect, podcast host and creative strategist helping to build spaces that foster soul-centered conversations and a sense of belonging. Today she joins PRETTYSMART to share all about her new book “Build It and They Will Come - A Guide to Architecting Intentional Community.” S…

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Transform Your Relationships: The Art of Listening with Julie Rice of Peoplehood & SoulCycle 49:45

10M ago49:45

49:45

Julie Rice and Elizabeth Cutler founded SoulCycle in 2006 along and sold it in 2011 (for approximately 90 million dollars each). Now they have launched what they are calling a workout for your relationships- Peoplehood. 60 minute guided groups where you learn to speak freely and listen deeply. Julie joins PRETTYSMART today so share both about her e…

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Life is for The Living: with Nora McInerny 1:06:05

10M ago1:06:05

1:06:05

Nora McInerny is an author, speaker and host of “Terrible, Thanks for Asking” - a podcast that lets people be honest about the hard things in life. Nora lost her husband, Aaron when she was just 32 years old and is currently remarried and raising a blended family. Today she shares: What it was like finding out her boyfriend had a brain tumor after …

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Releasing The Shameful Parts Of Your Story with Emmy-nominated writer Chelsea Devantez 1:06:14

11M ago1:06:14

1:06:14

Chelsea Devantez is an Emmy-nominated writer, comedian, director, and host of the podcast Glamorous Trash. She was Jon Stewart’s Head Writer for Apple TV+'s The Problem with Jon Stewart and has also written for Not Dead Yet, Girls5Eva, and Bless this Mess, among others. Chelsea’s memoir “I Shouldn’t Be Telling You This (But I’m Going to Anyway) is …

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Stop Resisting Your Own Intuition + Live a “Yes, And” Life with Ego Nwodim 50:31

11M ago50:31

50:31

Comedian, Writer and star of Saturday Night Live, Ego Nwodim, joins PRETTYSMART! She shares: What it means to live a “Yes, And” life Auditioning for SNL even though she wasn’t sure she wanted the role (and the key reason she thinks she got the job) Life at SNL ( the most anxiety inducing days of the week) How Keenan Thompson helped her believe in h…

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Embrace the Breakdowns + Build a Life and Business You Love with Kathleen Griffith 51:30

12M ago51:30

51:30

Author of “Build Like a Woman” + award-winning, self-made serial entrepreneur, Kathleen Griffith is here. She’s sharing everything you need to know about building both a life AND a business you love! Kathleen works with Fortune 500 brands, directing more than $500M in marketing dollars and generating more than one billion dollars on behalf of clien…

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Release Stress and Trauma From Your Body (Get Out of Functional Freeze) Using Somatic Healing with Liz Tenuto (The Workout Witch) 45:38

12M ago45:38

45:38

The Workout Witch, Liz Tenuto, joins PRETTYSMART to teach us how to release trauma and get rid of chronic pain through somatic exercises and therapy. With a Degree in Psychology from UCSB, somatic certifications in Feldenkrais and Pilates with a specialization in injuries & pathologies, and 15 years of teaching experience, she's been changing the c…

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Fighting for Our Friendships: The Science and Art of Conflict and Connection in Women's Relationships with Friendship Coach Danielle Bayard Jackson 1:08:16

1y ago1:08:16

1:08:16

Friendship coach and author of “Fighting for Our Friendships,” Danielle Bayard Jackson, joins the pod to share practical strategies and thoughtful insights to help us in every area of our friendships. We discuss: The two questions every friend wants answered How to handle conflict in friendships as adults How to make friends as an adult Why friends…

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10 Tips to Be a Great Conversationalist: with Danielle Robay 19:16

1y ago19:16

19:16

In Danielle’s first solo episode she dives into one of her favorite topics— conversation. She’s spent 13 years and over 3,000 conversing professionally (and countless hours talking personally lol). Combining both her professional and personal experience she shares 10 tips on how to be a great conversationalist! The quality of conversation in so man…

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Make Your Life a Joy Bomb + Live Shamelessly with Heidi Clements 1:00:48

1y ago1:00:48

1:00:48

Heidi Clements is a 63 year old writer, clothing enthusiast, storyteller. She’s also the incredible and inspiring @WelcometoHeidi on Instagram where she doles out no nonsense, tell-it-like-it-is life advice to her half a million followers who are mostly in their 20s and 30s. Today she joins PRETTYSMART to share her story + some of the lessons she’s…

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Manifesting Your Mission with Actress Brianna Brown Keen 48:02

1y ago48:02

48:02

Minnesota native Brianna Brown Keen is an award-winning actress who has worked for over two decades in Hollywood with projects ranging from top grossing feature films, to Emmy-winning television shows, to indie projects she has produced. She is often recognized for her roles on Dynasty, Devious Maids, General Hospital & Homeland, Netflix’s hit seri…

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The Four Steps for a Healthy, Powerful, Vibrant + Love Filled Life with Somatic Therapist + Life Coach Alyssa Nobriga 41:45

1y ago41:45

41:45

Alyssa Nobriga is a licensed Clinical Somatic Psychotherapist and lifecoach - today she’s joining PRETTYSMART to share the keys to having healthy, powerful, vibrant and fulfilling relationships. We discuss: The four levels of love (and what they mean for your relationships) Why we almost always attract a partner who triggers us. What to expect when…

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A Masterclass in Taking Big Swings: with Entrepreneur Erica Malbon (Malbon Golf) 44:35

1y ago44:35

44:35

Erica Malbon is the visionary co-founder behind the esteemed lifestyle brand Malbon Golf and the luxurious spa and wellness boutique, The Now. With an innate talent for identifying untapped opportunities and trusting her instincts, Erica has consistently achieved success in her entrepreneurial endeavors. Today she shares: How her diverse upbringing…

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Never Underestimate The Wisdom + Power of Teen Girls with Author Chelsey Goodan 51:56

1y ago51:56

51:56

When you were a teenager, who was advocating for you? Meet Chelsey Goodan, the advocate for teenage girls. With over a decade of experience, she's empowering girls to unlock their potential in her new book, "Underestimated: The Wisdom and Power of Teenage Girls." Whether you're healing the teenager inside of you, or caring for a teenage girl, Chels…

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Jada Pinkett Smith: A Love Letter to Complicated Women 52:54

1y ago52:54

52:54

Actress, Emmy Award-Winning host and New York Times Bestselling Author of “Worthy, Jada Pinkett Smith offers an intimate look into her life and the honest, inspirational, and sometimes painful lessons she’s learned along the way. It was a beautiful conversation, but the moment that stuck out the most is when she said this: “My biggest art form is h…

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What If Everything You're Too Scared To Try Actually Works Out? With Lizzy Mathis 46:47

1y ago46:47

46:47

Actress, model, founder and editor in chief of The Cool Mom Co, Lizzy Mathis joins PRETTYSMART. She shares candidly about: How grief over the loss of her mother has shaped her. How Tyra Banks became her mentor and what she’s learned from her. Why it’s so important to her to pour into other women. Why she views both happiness and rejection as a choi…

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Beyond the Dream Job: How To Navigate Career Transitions & Find True Fulfillment with Career Contessa Lauren McGoodwin 52:30

1y ago52:30

52:30

Career transitions are an emotional rollercoaster, especially with today's uncertain job market. Lauren McGoodwin, Founder of Career Contessa, joins us to offer invaluable insights on navigating these shifts. Today she is empowering all of us with her tangible takeaway that will change your life! Today we dive into: What defines a fulfilling career…

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Toxic Positivity: What’s Real vs. What’s Forced? with Kate Bowler 58:06

1+ y ago58:06

58:06

Kate Bowler, Ph.D. is a 4x New York Times bestselling author, award-winning podcast host, and professor at Duke’s Divinity School. She was diagnosed with stage IV cancer at just 35 years old and while she was in treatment (and not expected to survive), she wrote two best-selling memoirs. Her latest book, “Have a Beautiful Terrible Day” is out now! …

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Why We Have to Stay Hopeful with Activist Marley Dias 53:11

1+ y ago53:11

53:11

Activist, writer, author and founder of #1000BlackGirlBooks, Marley Dias, is here! She shares: What she credits the success of #1000BlackGirlBooks to. What parents and caregivers can do to help support the big ideas of kids. Why giving back is a practice. The long term problem she sees with book banning and why she’s so vocal about it. The books th…

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Live Connected To Strengthen Your Relationships with Steve Carlston 49:01

1+ y ago49:01

49:01

Other than your parents, who has most impacted your life? For me, Steve Carlston is that person. He didn’t just change my career, but he changed my life. Steve is the Senior Vice President and General Manager of Los Angeles Fox Owned Stations. HIs incredible broadcasting career spans four decades. He is a media veteran, an impactful leader, and liv…

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