Welcome to Breakthrough Conversations with Rhoda & Co., the podcast where real talk sparks real change. Hosted by Rhoda Banks—HR Executive, Certified Coach, Leadership Expert, and Two- Time Author—this show dives deep into the stories of women who have shattered barriers and lifted others along the way. From leadership lessons to candid conversations on resilience, sisterhood, and breaking through the glass and concrete ceilings—especially for African American women—each episode delivers ins ...
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Breaking Through the Glass Ceiling: Latina Leadership in Corporate America
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42:00In this episode of Breakthrough Conversations with Rhoda & Company, Rhoda welcomes Latina corporate leader Ana Sarg, who has spent over 20 years at MasterCard working her way from the front lines of customer service to executive leadership. Ana reflects on the triumphs and trials of navigating corporate America as a woman of color, the power of…
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A Mentor’s Journey in Entrepreneurship, Mentorship, and Navigating in White Corporate America
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29:41In this powerful and deeply personal episode, Rhoda Banks sits down with longtime mentee and trailblazing entrepreneur Karmen Trice to reflect on their shared journey that began back in 2007. What started as a mentorship relationship evolved into a sisterhood rooted in growth, purpose, and breaking barriers. Karmen shares what it was like returning…
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Rediscovering Your Muchness: Rethinking HR & Reclaiming Authenticity w/ Amy of Sublimitas Consulting
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37:50Hosted by Rhoda Banks | Breakthrough Conversations with Rhoda & Co. Episode Summary In this soul-stirring episode, Rhoda is joined by Amy Rannebarger, founder of Sublimitas Consulting, and co-creator of Wingman™ Growth Solutions. Together, they unpack how corporate culture often silences authenticity and how leaders can reclaim their "muchness" to …
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Feathers of Confidence: Embracing Compliments and Celebrating Your Inner Peacock
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25:42In this vibrant and heartfelt episode, Rhoda Banks sits down with HR executive, life coach, and author Shannon Norman, founder of Accept the Compliment for Women. From being on her own at a young age to rising as a respected voice in both corporate spaces and women’s empowerment circles, Shannon brings vulnerability, humor, and truth to every story…
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When Men Amplify Women’s Stories: A Conversation with Orlando Walker
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24:26In this unforgettable episode of Breakthrough Conversations with Rhoda & Co., we explore the sacred intersection of art, family, and purpose. Rhoda is joined by Orlando Walker—a gifted artist, storyteller, and the creator of the striking cover art for her memoir, Daughter of an Assassin. What makes this episode especially powerful is the divine twi…
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Leading with Heart: Redefining Effective Leadership through Compassion and Vision w/ Heather Younger
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32:11In this inspiring episode of Breakthrough Conversations with Rhoda & Co., host Rhoda sits down with bestselling author, TEDx speaker, and workplace culture strategist Heather Younger. Known for her powerful insights on employee engagement and compassionate leadership, Heather shares the evolution of her work—from The Art of Caring Leadership to…
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Leading with Grace: Candice Evans on Stress, Self-Care & Holding Space for Others
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39:52Author and mental health advocate Candice Evans joins Breakthrough Conversations to share how unacknowledged stress impacted her body—and how choosing grace helped her heal and lead. In this episode, Candice shares powerful insights from her book DIG: Develop in Grace, reminding us that real leadership starts with self-leadership. Key takeaways: …
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Unapologetically Seen: Tangela Williams Spann on Mental Health & Radical Self-Acceptance
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29:32In this raw and powerful episode, author and advocate Tangela Williams Spann shares the emotional journey behind her books Sad, Black, and Fat and Brazen, Black, and Free. We explore how race, body image, and mental health intersect, and why being unapologetically seen is its own act of freedom. Key highlights: How unspoken stress and stigma impa…
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Color Outside the Lines: Balancing Corporate Ambitions with Creative Entrepreneurship
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28:53In this high-energy and heartfelt episode of Breakthrough Conversations with Rhoda & Co., we sit down with the unforgettable Lashondria “Shon” Hunt — corporate professional by day and dynamic Wedding Day-of Coordinator by weekend. Shon brings the sparkle wherever she goes, and in this episode, she opens up about what it really means to live and lea…
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From Burnout to Breakthrough: Honoring the Voice Inside with Krista Kathleen
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28:23In this soulful episode of Breakthrough Conversations with Rhoda & Co., we explore the journey from burnout to deep inner alignment with special guest Krista Kathleen—former nurse turned life coach, business mentor, and founder of Born to Coach®. Krista shares how honoring her intuition led her to a more fulfilling life and how she now empowers…
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Bouncing Beyond Barriers: From WNBA Star to Healthcare Leader with Sylvia Owens
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24:08In this episode of Breakthrough Conversations with Rhoda & Co., Rhoda reconnects with longtime friend and powerhouse leader Sylvia Owens. Sylvia’s story is one of resilience, transformation, and trust earned over time. From professional basketball courts around the world—including the WNBA—to executive leadership in healthcare, Sylvia shares ho…
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