The Hey Rhona Podcast is a space created for leaders who are growing, healing, and leading with intention. This show is for those who feel the pull to live fully, love well, and lead with purpose—even in the middle of the mess. You’ll hear real conversations about emotional health, faith, identity, and what it looks like to lead while still healing. Whether you're in the boardroom, the classroom, at home, or in transition—this podcast will help you connect the dots between your story and you ...
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10. Let’s talk: childhood grief, inner city schools, and finding freedom
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21:41What happens when a teacher becomes the student of her own healing? Brittany Cooper-Castro opens up about childhood trauma, stepping away from the classroom, and rewriting her family’s legacy—one boundary at a time. This episode is a tender reminder that healing isn’t just about the past—it’s about choosing how we show up today for ourselves and th…
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11. Let’s talk: renewing your mind, meteorology, and dystopian novels with Sandra Shaw
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23:33Today Rhona sits with Sandra Shaw. She shares her story of pivoting from the news room to the weather room. Join our conversation on faith, healing, and living with intention. Sandra opens up about her journey of knowing about God but not truly knowing Him, and how hitting rock bottom became the turning point that awakened her faith and reshaped he…
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9. Let’s Talk: Sacred Seasons. Starting Scared. Shaping Stories. with Erin Cuccio
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27:27What if the fear you feel isn’t a stop sign—but a starting point? In this heartfelt episode, Rhona sits down with author, speaker and coach Erin Cuccio to talk about what it really looks like to begin again after loss, shift direction, and chase dreams that feel too big (or too soon). From leaving a steady career to walking through grief, Erin open…
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Let’s talk: Primal Questions, Boundaries, Avoidance, and the Deep Desire to Be Known with Audra Walters Pt. 2
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16:12Welcome to Part 2 of my conversation with Audra Walters! In this episode, we pick up where we left off, diving deeper into her Primal Question. Together, we explore how she scrambles for a "yes", how avoidance sneaks in, and — most importantly — how she's begun to recognize the unique gifts that her Primal Question offers personally and professiona…
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Let's talk: Grief in Surrender, Anxiety, and Cultivating a Creative Community
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25:20This week, I sit down with Andrea for a vulnerable conversation about the grief in surrender, identity, and the work God as we move from anxiety to self-leadership. Andrea shares her journey of walking away from an engagement, building a thriving career as a wedding photographer, and facing the anxiety that came with letting go of the life she once…
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Let’s talk: Primal Questions, Boundaries, Avoidance, and the Deep Desire to Be Known with Audra Walters Pt. 1
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28:48In this episode Rhona and Audra unpack her Primal Question. They explore her scramble for a “yes,” leading from gifts instead of fear, and facing avoidance with honesty. This episode is for anyone who struggles with fearful avoidance, people pleasing, or a longing to be seen, heard, and known. 3 Tips if You’re Struggling with Boundaries and Avoidan…
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Let’s Talk: Motherhood, Rock-n-Roll, and Healing Trauma with Karen Inderbitzin Olaleye PT. 1
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28:41In this heartfelt episode, Rhona sits down with Karen Inderbitzin Olaleye— music artist, songwriter and mama—for a rich conversation about creativity, calling, and the quiet courage it takes when life gets heavy. Karen shares her story as a reminder that sometimes hope is heavy, and when we hold on to hope there is healing. Together, they explore: …
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Let’s Talk: Motherhood, Rock-n-Roll, and Healing Trauma with Karen Inderbitzin Olaleye PT. 2
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14:55In this heartfelt episode, Rhona sits down with Karen Inderbitzin Olaleye— music artist, songwriter and mama—for a rich conversation about creativity, calling, and the quiet courage it takes when life gets heavy. Karen shares her story and a reminder that hope is heavy, but when we hold on to hope there is healing. Together, they explore: 🎙️ Karen'…
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BONUS EPISODE with HAVEN WEITS | Let’s Talk: Surrender. Finding Peace in Your Capacity.
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26:06“Are you overextending yourself trying to do it all on your own?” What if surrendering control is the key to sustaining your impact—not slowing it down? In this week’s episode, I sat down with HAVEN, the founder of a nationwide Virtual Assistance company, to talk about the importance of surrendering in the midst of growth. As a high-capacity leader…
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Let's Talk: Lessons I Learned Through Grief
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30:11In today’s episode, Rhona chats with her long-time friend Brooke about navigating life’s challenges, personal growth, and the power of lasting friendships. Brooke shares her journey from social work in the nonprofit and state sectors to the pharmaceutical world. She shares how loosing her son, and walking through grief has shaped the way she lives …
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Let’s Talk: Choosing to Stay. Grief, Intimacy & God’s Redemption in Marriage with Jen Johnson
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32:46In this raw and hope-filled episode, Rhona sits down with marriage and intimacy coach Jen Johnson to talk about the real work of restoration—when staying feels harder than walking away. Jen shares her powerful story of facing betrayal, grief, her husband's health crisis, and the deep inner work required to rebuild trust. She opens up about letting …
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