Send us a text "You’re not a person." That was the chilling message Alia Dastagir received after publishing a story on the abuse women journalists face online. As a former USA Today journalist, Alia had reported on countless difficult topics but nothing prepared her for becoming part of the story. Nearly 66% of women journalists have experienced on…

Send us a text The American foster care system was built to protect and uplift. But for too many kids, it fails to deliver. ➡️ Fewer than 5% of foster youth who age out at 18 earn a college degree. ➡️ Nearly half drop out of high school. ➡️ Many are funneled into locked cells instead of onto life-building paths. In this powerful episode, we speak w…

Send us a text You get the job done. You receive the recognition. But deep down… something still feels off. Unfulfilling. Like a part of you is missing. Is it normal to question your career path—especially after you’ve worked so hard for so long? Absolutely. And Caroline Sangal, a scientist-turned-career-strategist, believes it’s not a crisis—it’s …

Send us a text What does a world-class chef have in common with an autopsist? Precision. Obsession. And a willingness to cut deep. In our latest podcast episode, we go behind the scenes of The Death and Life of August Sweeney with its author, Samuel Ashworth—a debut novelist whose story blends culinary brilliance with the eerie intimacy of an autop…

Send us a text Every woman’s health journey is unique—shaped by our biology, life experiences, and the many roles we take on. And who better to advocate for our well-being than we, ourselves? In today’s episode, we’re thrilled to welcome Lara Briden—a respected Naturopathic Doctor and bestselling author of 𝘗𝘦𝘳𝘪𝘰𝘥 𝘙𝘦𝘱𝘢𝘪𝘳 𝘔𝘢𝘯𝘶𝘢𝘭, 𝘏𝘰𝘳𝘮𝘰𝘯𝘦 𝘙𝘦𝘱𝘢𝘪𝘳 𝘔𝘢𝘯𝘶𝘢…

Send us a text Meet Bremod & Lisa, the visionary duo behind Quite Literally Books — a publishing house on a mission to revive forgotten literary gems, especially those written by women. Join us for a captivating conversation about how their shared passion for storytelling sparked a journey to breathe new life into overlooked books. Through stunning…

Send us a text For Helen Sheehy, women's stories are often overlooked—especially those of ordinary women. Yet, it’s often these women who lead the most extraordinary lives. Just Willa is a novel inspired by Helen’s own mother. After three years of research and a return to her hometown, Helen pieced together her mother’s story through the memories o…

Send us a text Women's Month may be over, but our celebration of women's brilliance and leadership continues! In today’s episode, we are honored to be joined by a remarkable leader who bridges policy and nonprofit advocacy—Sarah Crawford. As the CEO of TLC, a pioneering nonprofit dedicated to providing innovative care for individuals with intellect…

Send us a text In today’s podcast, we explore a topic that we rarely discussed but increasingly relevant—Cyber Warfare. From AI-driven cyber attacks to the rising threat of nation-state conflicts in the digital space, how close are we to witnessing cyber tensions escalate into real-world destruction? Joining us is Dr. Chase Cunningham, a retired Na…

Send us a text In 2005, Kim Crespi had what she later described as “the perfect life.” She and her husband, David—a gentle giant of a man, devoutly religious, a loving father, and a proven star in the world of finance—had five healthy, happy children. No one, least of all Kim, ever suspected that the life the Crespis had lovingly woven together cou…

Send us a text From blues music to sharing his faith — John Lee Hooker Jr., son of the famous John Lee Hooker, went from performing with his father to struggling with addiction and prison. But his story didn’t end there. Now, he’s a minister who sings and speaks about hope and faith in churches and prisons across the U.S. and Germany. A true story …

Send us a text From practicing law to embracing life as a stay-at-home mom — all while stepping into the unpredictable world of writing — Amber Willingham’s story is one of courage and transformation. Becoming a writer wasn’t easy — from facing countless rejections to navigating the challenges of publishing — but Amber’s resilience kept her moving …

Send us a text 🌱 Farming is Sexy—And Women Are Leading the Charge! 🌍 What happens when women take the lead in fighting climate change—one crop, one meal, and one bold idea at a time? Join us as we welcome Stephanie Anderson, acclaimed author and social justice journalist, to today’s podcast. With a powerful blend of storytelling and research, Steph…

Send us a text Why do we always feel tired and how do we overcome it? Does this happen to you often, like even when you sleep all day but you still feel exhausted? That’s because rest and sleep are two different things. While getting quality sleep is essential for overall well-being, rest goes beyond just the hours you spend asleep. True rest nouri…

Send us a text What if everything material possesses a spark of individual consciousness? From plants and cells to atoms, the idea challenges the long-held belief that consciousness requires a complex brain, like those of humans or mammals. Recent research suggests that basic forms of awareness or cognition might emerge even in simple organisms—or …

Send us a text When Diane was just 16, her world turned upside down—her mother left her and her father. But not in the way you’d expect. She didn’t move far… she moved next door. In this intriguing yet heartfelt conversation, Diane Simmons opens up about her incredible journey—from conquering the corporate world as an international executive by the…

Send us a text A desperate need for change - How about travel The Great Loop, a six-thousand-mile adventure down inland rivers, around the Gulf and Atlantic coasts, and across the Great Lakes? Sounds like a transformative journey, isn’t it? Let’s hear from our guest herself, Maggie Tate as she shares her nine month nautical journey to the Great Loo…

Send us a text What if I told you that YOU already possess everything you need for transformation and fulfillment? Imagine being deeply self-aware and recognizing the immense power you hold to shape the life you've always dreamed of. It's that time of the year again – a time to reflect on how we’ve treated ourselves, our growth, and our accomplishm…

Send us a text This holiday season, it's all about celebration and reuniting with friends and loved ones! It's also a time to reflect on how the year has both challenged and blessed us. With only a few days left until we enter 2025, are you ready to embrace the opportunities the new year has to offer? Here's a special holiday message from our found…

Send us a text Join me and my co-host Wendy as we begin our journey to interpreting the book The Courage to Be Disliked - the Japanese Phenomenon that shows you how to change your life and achieve real happiness - authors are Ichiro Kishimi and Jumitake Koga.Part 2 - Discusses the 2nd night of discussion between the elder philosopher and the young …

Send us a text We are encoring this episode to celebrate Deborah Heiner's new book The Mentorship Edge - out now and can be found at anywhere you buy your books. **You find yourself at a pivotal moment, having amassed years of experience and expertise. Now, you're eager to pass on your knowledge to the next generation. Today’s show is dedicated to …

Send us a text From Doubt to Do: Navigating Your Path to Possibility is an essential guide for anyone at a crossroads, grappling with uncertainty about what lies ahead, regardless of their life stage. Kat asserts that when life presents us with change, it’s an opportunity to create something extraordinary. By embracing this change, we unlock new ho…

Send us a text When a state trooper arrived at Rachel Zimmerman's doorstep to inform her that her husband had leaped to his death from a nearby bridge, she collapsed to the ground, struggling to comprehend the shocking news. How could her husband—a devoted father and an MIT robotics professor with no history of mental illness—commit such an act? Ho…

Send us a text Famine, severe climate change, global conflict, and vast wealth inequalities threaten our survival. Philosopher Jon Mills explores the potential for apocalypse in his urgent book, examining the crises that could end civilization. He argues that humanity's passive attitude towards these threats could be due to a collective desire for …

Send us a text The inception of modern biotechnology—encompassing genetic engineering and cellular manipulation—traces back to 1973, when it was first demonstrated that genes from disparate organisms could be recombined and cultivated within Escherichia coli. Over half a century later, biotechnology has emerged as a defining force of the 21st centu…

Send us a text Many gifted young individuals embark on their educational journeys with the ambition to enact meaningful change in the world. However, they frequently encounter global institutions that are not only complex to comprehend but also challenging to access and navigate.In her insightful book, Let’s Change the World, Emiliana Vegas of Harv…

Send us a text Burnout is a real thing for physicians, we've heard that many times, but what have we learned? Physician suicides (especially in women physicians) are higher than ever. What do we need to do to arm our healers the tools they need to heal themselves:.Anthony Avellino, MD author of Finding Purpose A Neurosurgeon’s Journey of Hope and H…

Send us a text The prospect of our show drawing in additional listeners presents an exciting opportunity for us to expand our understanding of World War I and World War II particularly within the global intelligence community. Often, the stories we encounter in this realm are so astonishingly unbelievable that they read like works of fiction, but i…

Send us a text In April, one of the panel discussion at the Women, Life, and Science Conference focused on navigating the early stages of your career. Discover diverse career trajectories and decision-making strategies as panelists share their personal journeys.Explore the myriad external and internal factors that shape career choices, including fa…

Send us a text Disneyland is a universally beloved destination, offering a whimsical escape where even grown-ups can relive the wonder of childhood. However, few are aware that there was once a plan to build a Disneyland Ski Resort. On September 27th at 7 am PT/10 am ET, Greg Glasgow and Kathryn Mayer, authors of Disneyland on the Mountain, will jo…

Send us a text The convergence of science and faith is a subject that evokes strong opinions and perceptions. But what exactly is this intersection and why is it so intriguing? Joining us today to shed light on this topic is Leslie Wickman, PhD, who is a renowned author, professor, aerospace and astro engineer, and also known as the Rocket Girl.…

Send us a text You find yourself at a pivotal moment, having amassed years of experience and expertise. Now, you're eager to pass on your knowledge to the next generation. Today’s show is dedicated to The Mentor Project and CEO, Deborah Heiser.Introducing The Mentor Project:We've identified a vast community of educators, scientists, engineers, tech…

Send us a text Join my co-host Wendy O'Shaughnessy as we dive into our final portion of Winning the War in Your Mind. Part 4 takes us from the beginning and leading us into the full practice of what it takes to Reframe our mindset and the principles behind the reframing. In the end, what we think we want isn't what we receive - or is it really diff…

Send us a text In April, one of the panel discussion at the Women, Life, and Science Conference focused on navigating the early stages of your career. Discover diverse career trajectories and decision-making strategies as panelists share their personal journeys.Explore the myriad external and internal factors that shape career choices, including fa…

Send us a text The convergence of science and faith is a subject that evokes strong opinions and perceptions. But what exactly is this intersection and why is it so intriguing? Joining us today to shed light on this topic is Leslie Wickman, PhD, who is a renowned author, professor, aerospace and astro engineer, and also known as the Rocket Girl.…

Send us a text The task of being a female founder is a weighty responsibility. As a woman in the business world, it can be challenging to consistently show up as your true self due to the multitude of factors affecting your life. Extensive research has shown that running a business as a woman is significantly more difficult compared to our male cou…

Send us a text Join my co-host Wendy O'Shaughnessy as we dive into Part 3 of Winning the War in Your Mind. Part 3 takes us into what it takes to Reframe our mindset and the principles behind the reframing. What are the lenses and filters that each of us use and how that changes the perception of what we are experiencing. How to use Collateral Goodn…

Send us a text We knew we didn't have enough time the first time. So, back for our part 2 discussion on Climate Crisis, is Dr. John Berger. Author John Berger conducted extensive research for over six years, interviewing governors, mayors, ranchers, scientists, engineers, business leaders, energy experts, and entrepreneurs, as well as carbon farmer…

Send us a text The way people perceive the world is unique to each individual, and this perception forms the basis of their natural potential, strengths, and interactions with others. Our senses allow us to interpret the world around us and shape our behavior accordingly, resulting in what Lynda-Ross Vega and Gary Jordan, PhD call Perceptual Style™…

Send us a text Discussing the possibility that fate sends us messages through unexpected occurrences, it's not unusual to encounter repeating numbers, feel a familiarity with a stranger, or get a feeling of déjà vu. Such moments serve as signs that we're where we're supposed to be and we should follow our instincts.…

Send us a text The Women, Life and Science conference's Main Panel perfectly embodied the theme of The Beauty of Uncertainty is Infinite Possibility. Comprised of a varied group of accomplished women, including a former military mental health expert turned political candidate, a lawyer, writer and advocate, a PhD candidate and the Dean of the Schoo…

Send us a text Having personally used poetry as a means of healing, Meredith Heller has since been sharing her methods of self-expression with others. Through her book, Writing by Heart, she presents the techniques she developed to help her students navigate challenging experiences and explore their emotions, ultimately finding their voice. The boo…

Send us a text At the core of MicroSkills lies a simple yet profound principle - any significant objective, complex task, positive habit, or personal trait can be broken down into small, easily-learnable skills that can be honed and implemented in real-life situations. These skills, aptly named MicroSkills, can be applied to a variety of scenarios,…

Send us a text Author John Berger conducted extensive research for over six years, interviewing governors, mayors, ranchers, scientists, engineers, business leaders, energy experts, and entrepreneurs, as well as carbon farmers, solar and wind innovators, forest protectors, non-profit leaders, and activists from across the nation and beyond. Despite…

Send us a text The prospect of our show drawing in additional listeners presents an exciting opportunity for us to expand our understanding of World War I and World War II particularly within the global intelligence community. Often, the stories we encounter in this realm are so astonishingly unbelievable that they read like works of fiction, but i…

Send us a text Encore episode with Ann Parsons! We loved this interview so much that we want to do a repeat!!**The Birds of Dog, an epistolary historical fiction, will take you on a journey through the 1800s, delving into the birth of the first postage stamp, the innovations of photography and telegraph, the rise of temperance and abolitionist move…

Send us a text Through the exploration of ancient wisdom and fundamental principles, Untapped Magic provides readers with the tools and guidance necessary to break free from the confines of their current circumstances and create a path towards personal fulfillment and success. With the incorporation of real-life examples, insightful exercises, and …

Send us a text Having personally used poetry as a means of healing, Meredith Heller has since been sharing her methods of self-expression with others. Through her book, Writing by Heart, she presents the techniques she developed to help her students navigate challenging experiences and explore their emotions, ultimately finding their voice. The boo…

Send us a text What does the phrase nourish to flourish signify to you? Our discussion will then transition to a crucial topic - the health of women. Maika will expand on the strategies and resources used to guide and mentor. Provide a detailed overview, as if conducting a brief session and learn the significance the act of nourishing oneself in or…