Best Samantha Kaye Podcasts (2025)

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Veronica Butler & Jilian Kelley // 525 49:00

15h ago49:00

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In March of 2024, two women set off on a short drive through the rural backroads of Oklahoma, but they never made it to their destination. Hours later, their car was found abandoned by the side of the road, but suspiciously, along with signs of a struggle. As the search for them intensified, authorities uncovered a trail marked by custody battles, …

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Confident—Until I’m Interrupted 19:58

3d ago19:58

19:58

What do you do when confidence isn’t enough? In this powerful episode of Rooted in Your Confidence, Samantha Kaye Harris—The Brag Bag™ Strategist—shares the raw truth behind a workshop moment that cracked open a deeper question: Why do confident women still stay silent when interrupted? You’ll hear the real story of a woman who said, “I’m confident…

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Hadden Clark // 524 51:25

4d ago51:25

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In the 1980s and ’90s, a deeply disturbed man from New Jersey drifted from town to town, hiding behind a soft-spoken voice and a childlike demeanor. Seemingly tormented by delusions, and obsessed with revenge, he harbored gruesome secrets. By the time investigators connected him to the 1986 disappearance of six-year-old Michele Dorr, and later, the…

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Keith Warren // 523 55:20

8d ago55:20

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In July of 1986, a 19-year-old man was found hanging from a tree near his Maryland home. Authorities swiftly ruled it a suicide, but those closest to him questioned everything about the scene; from the small tree, which could barely support his weight, to the lack of an autopsy, to the suspicious friends who seemed to vanish in the wake of his sudd…

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Erin Gilbert // 522 53:55

11d ago53:55

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In July of 1995, a 24-year-old woman in Alaska headed out on a date with a man she had only recently met. She was last seen at a crowded summer fair in the forest, surrounded by tourists - but by the time the sun rose the next morning, she was gone. What followed was a desperate search in the unforgiving Alaska wilderness, and eerie silence from he…

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Rooted in Realness: Power, Pressure & Confidence in Male-Dominated Spaces with Kellye Franklin-Nelson 44:22

12d ago44:22

44:22

This episode is power meeting power. I sat down with Kellye Franklin-Nelson—leadership strategist, executive coach, former Fortune 50 executive, and founder of the Shift Happens Blog—and from the very first minute, it was clear: this wasn’t going to be a surface-level conversation. We talked like two women who’ve lived it. Because we have. Kellye a…

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The Bellevue Killer // 521 55:02

15d ago55:02

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In the summer of 1990, a serial killer originally dubbed “The Charmer” began his crusade of committing brutal acts of violence against Seattle-area women, then placing their bodies in crude positions before abandoning them. Locals were terrified of the perverse madman loose on the streets of their city - but, thanks to DNA and a few careless slip u…

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The Green Widow Murders // 520 53:17

18d ago53:17

53:17

In the late 1980s, a Hollywood camera operator was murdered in his home in the Los Angeles suburbs. At first glance, the scene appeared to be a tragic and random home invasion. But with little evidence to support this conclusion, a far more sinister story emerged, which would leave two people dead, two people in prison, and one person on death row.…

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When High-Achieving Women Go into Overdrive — Dr. Amy Grimm’s Journey from Burnout to Balance 44:57

19d ago44:57

44:57

Ladies, this one is powerful. I’m sitting down with Dr. Amy Grimm—veterinarian, certified life coach, and founder of Daring DVM Coaching—to talk burnout, nervous system healing, and what success really looks like. Back in the 1960s, only 5% of vets were women. Now it’s 70%—but leadership still hasn’t caught up. Amy shares what it’s like to rise in …

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Simeonette Mapes-Crupi // 519 48:54

22d ago48:54

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In July of 2012, a beloved high school teacher was found murdered inside her Staten Island home. Although it was initially believed to be a home invasion gone wrong, the scene left behind raised immediate questions with investigators. And a daunting four-month investigation would reveal family secrets that someone was fighting desperately to suppre…

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The Hiding Man: Anatomy of a Serial Killer // 518 1:01:05

25d ago1:01:05

1:01:05

Serial killers are not just the stuff of horror movies or thriller novels. They walk among us, hidden in plain sight, sometimes quiet, sometimes charming, almost always disarmingly ordinary. But what turns a human being into a hunter of humans? How do they emerge? And more importantly — why? Today, we’re diving into the dark psychology and chilling…

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You Have a Choice: Staying vs. Building Your Own Table in Male-Dominated Industries 30:55

26d ago30:55

30:55

In this raw and unfiltered solo episode, I’m opening up about something a lot of women in male-dominated industries wrestle with—but don’t always say out loud: Do I stay, or do I build my own table? After 25+ years in a field that’s only 8% women, I’ve got stories. Like the time a grown man called my house—not my work line—because I gave a directiv…

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Sade Robinson // 517 1:05:54

29d ago1:05:54

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In April of 2024, a 19-year-old student vanished after heading out for a promising first date in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. But hours later, her torched car was found in another part of the city, and later that day, dismembered body parts began popping up along the coastline… Although security footage and phone pings helped the case against their surpri…

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The Babysitter from Hell // 516 54:01

1M ago54:01

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Between 1980 and 1982, a string of unexplained child deaths unsettled small towns across Florida. Shockingly, the common thread was a quiet teenager hired as the babysitter. As grieving families sought answers and doctors cited rare medical conditions as the cause, suspicion began to build quietly among the grieving families. But it wasn’t until th…

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From Burnout to Boundaries - Reclaiming Your Voice in Male-Dominated Spaces 48:56

1M ago48:56

48:56

This conversation with Dr. Sweta Vikram explores how women navigate male-dominated spaces and the real impact on our well-being. Sweta shares a powerful moment about asking for a raise and being told "your husband has a good job"—and how that experience taught her to advocate for herself. We discuss why women in these industries carry guilt around …

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Norma Lopez // 515 45:54

1M ago45:54

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In July of 2010, a 17-year-old girl vanished while walking home from summer school in a quiet Southern California suburb. Her belongings were scattered in a field along her route, but she was nowhere to be found. Days later, the discovery of her body would leave a community shaken and desperate for answers. But with help of DNA and a disturbing sur…

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The Love County Disappearances // 514 53:25

1M ago53:25

53:25

In July of 2013, three friends wound up in the woods of rural Oklahoma after a high-speed police chase - but only one of them emerged. Following a flurry of frantic phone calls asking for help, the pair who were left behind in the woods disappeared, and have never been seen again. As weeks turned to years, the secrets surrounding that strange night…

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From Survival to Strength: Breaking Barriers in Male-Dominated Industries 41:18

1M ago41:18

41:18

Welcome back to Rooted in Your Confidence - the podcast where we have real, empowering conversations with women who are owning their space in male-dominated industries. Today's conversation is all about strength, resilience, and self-empowerment. I'm sitting down with Elicia Ybarra, martial arts self-defense instructor and founder of Pretty Hands H…

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Amber Spradlin // 513 48:38

1M ago48:38

48:38

In June of 2023, a 38-year-old woman was found dead in a quiet Kentucky neighborhood, shortly after purchasing a house and beginning a promising new job. But what began as her fresh start quickly turned into a gruesome mystery marred by finger pointing and the failure of local law enforcement. With few clues and no clear motive, investigators were …

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Margaret Fox // 512 57:48

2M ago57:48

57:48

In 1974, a 14-year-old New Jersey girl disappeared after meeting up with a man regarding a babysitting job. She had placed an ad in the paper, and the man in question had a 5-year-old son he allegedly needed care for. But when she went missing from their meeting spot, a bus stop, she was never seen again. And then, a horrifying ransom call came in …

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Going West is Going on Tour! 1:44

2M ago1:44

1:44

In September, we're going on our first-ever tour! Find us in Denver, Dallas, Atlanta, Boston, and Chicago alongside Love Murder for five mysteriously fun evenings! We really hope to expand this tour, so get your tickets THIS WEEK! Pre-sale begins Wed June 18, using code LOVEWEST. And public on-sale begins Friday June 20! Get your tickets at goingwe…

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Bet On You: Owning Your Voice, Value & Vision with Pamela Dale 36:24

2M ago36:24

36:24

In this episode of Rooted in Your Confidence, I sit down with Pamela Dale client expert, digital marketer, and creator of the Six Code Framework for a powerful and real conversation about what it takes to build a business that reflects who you truly are, not who you’ve been told to be. Pamela shares her journey from burnout and undercharging to bol…

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The Keddie Cabin Murders // 511 1:05:58

2M ago1:05:58

1:05:58

In April of 1981, a mother and her children -along with two of her children's friends- were spending a quiet Saturday night in their rural California cabin. But by morning, the scene inside Cabin 28 was anything but peaceful. What investigators found was a blood-soaked mystery involving multiple victims, a missing child, and no trace of who—or what…

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Sabrina Kahler // 510 45:06

2M ago45:06

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In June of 2002, a 20-year-old woman vanished after a swim by Lake Erie. Last seen with her boyfriend’s friend, she was reportedly dropped off safely at a movie theater, but no one saw whether she actually made it there or not. As investigators probed deeper, they uncovered conflicting stories, dubious alibis, and a suspect with a troubling past. S…

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Your Path Ain’t Mine: Truth-Telling, Table-Building & Standing Up Anyway 35:42

2M ago35:42

35:42

This conversation right here? It’s honest. It’s layered. And it’s bigger than opinions. Tiffany Sims and I sat down to talk about what it really means to show up as a woman in male-dominated spaces. We didn’t agree on everything and that’s exactly why this episode matters. Tiffany shared her story, and I respect that. But we have to be real: not ev…

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LaNell Barsock // 509 53:31

2M ago53:31

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In June of 2010, a 29-year-old nurse was found shot to death in her California home with a note that seemed to point to a particular person embedded in her life. But as detectives unraveled the case further, the twisted truth came to the surface in shocking fashion: an affair, an obsession, and an unsuspecting killer hiding in plain sight. This is …

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Get Your Vagina Perimenopause Proof - Top Tips No One Ever Told Us with Dr. Sara Reardon & Dr. Kelly Casperson 51:45

2M ago51:45

51:45

Welcome to Perimenopause WTF!, brought to you by Perry—the #1 perimenopause app and safe space for connection, support, and new friendships during the menopause transition. You’re not crazy, and you’re definitely not alone! Download the free Perry App on Apple or Android and join our live expert talks, receive evidence-based education, connect with…

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Carol Kennedy // 508 56:16

2M ago56:16

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In July of 2008, a 53-year-old mother, artist, and counselor was found bludgeoned to death in her Arizona home, just 35 days after finalizing her divorce. At first, it appeared to be the tragic result of a random home invasion. But as investigators dug deeper into the victim’s life, they uncovered a tangled web of obsession and deception, as well a…

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Trusting Your Body, Letting Go, and Reclaiming Your Truth 36:37

2M ago36:37

36:37

In this powerful episode of Rooted in Your Confidence, I sit down with Alyssa Hawn—intuitive energy healer, podcast producer, and former reality TV and publishing professional. Alyssa gets real about what it felt like to work in male-dominated industries, how the pressure to prove herself shaped her early career, and the emotional toll of constantl…

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Sheila Von Wiese // 507 57:17

2M ago57:17

57:17

In August of 2014, a 62-year-old American woman was found brutally murdered and stuffed inside a suitcase at a luxury resort in Bali. What began as a baffling international mystery soon turned into a media frenzy as investigators sifted through surveillance footage, hotel records, and text exchanges - where they uncovered a chilling tale of privile…

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Darwin Vest // 506 44:20

2M ago44:20

44:20

In June of 1999, a brilliant entomologist vanished into the night after walking home in Idaho Falls. And when police looked into his vanishing, they found many suspicious angles. In a strangely familiar situation from three years earlier, he was assaulted while walking home from a bar. And the last person to see him before he went missing left town…

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Moving Beyond the Labels: You’re Not Too Much . They’re Just Uncomfortable 24:38

2M ago24:38

24:38

In this episode of Rooted in Your Confidence, Samantha Kaye Harris is calling out the labels that have been used to shrink women in male-dominated industries: too aggressive, too emotional, too strong, too much. She breaks down how these labels are not reflections of who we are — they’re projections of how uncomfortable others feel when we show up …

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Kiplyn Davis // 505 49:28

2M ago49:28

49:28

In May of 1995, a 15-year-old vanished in broad daylight after attending half of her high school classes in the quiet town of Spanish Fork, Utah. She was last seen around lunchtime, but never made it to her next class, and never came home. For years, her disappearance haunted her community, even after arrests were made. This is the murder of Kiplyn…

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Building Strength During Perimenopause For Your Body & Mind with Amanda Thebe & Steph Gaudreau 1:00:56

2M ago1:00:56

1:00:56

Welcome to Perimenopause WTF!, brought to you by Perry—the #1 perimenopause app and safe space for connection, support, and new friendships during the menopause transition. You’re not crazy, and you’re definitely not alone! Download the free Perry App on Apple or Android and join our live expert talks, receive evidence-based education, connect with…

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Prom Night Murders // 504 54:43

2M ago54:43

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In April of 1989, an intruder wiped out nearly an entire family inside their Indiana home on prom night. With little evidence left behind at the scene, the case went cold for some time - until renewed vigor in the investigation revealed a shocking suspect - one that many believe to this day may actually be innocent. These are the murders of the Pel…

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Reclaiming Your Confidence & Power in Male-Dominated Careers with Jennifer Licciardi 29:11

3M ago29:11

29:11

Are you tired of proving yourself at work, constantly waiting for validation, or wondering if it’s too late to follow your purpose? In this powerful episode of Rooted in Your Confidence, Samantha Kaye Harris is joined by bestselling author, speaker, and empowerment coach Jennifer Licciardi, who spent over 20 years climbing the ranks in a male-domin…

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Nicole VanderHeyden // 503 41:05

3M ago41:05

41:05

In May of 2016, a 31-year-old woman went out for a night of music and drinks in Green Bay, Wisconsin. But the next morning, her body was found in a farmer’s field, miles from home, and brutally beaten. Investigators soon uncovered a tangled timeline of jealousy and digital footprints that pointed back to the man she had trusted most. But with evide…

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Jodi Huisentruit // 502 1:02:33

3M ago1:02:33

1:02:33

In June of 1995, a 27-year-old morning news anchor vanished outside her Iowa apartment complex as she rushed to go to work in the dark, early morning hours. When police came upon the scene, they found her high heeled shoe, and various other items like a hairdryer strewn next to her car door - proving that she likely been abducted. As evidence of a …

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Why Are Men Praised for What Women Built? A Real Talk on Power, Perception, and Ownership 14:21

3M ago14:21

14:21

In this bold and timely episode of Rooted in Your Confidence, Samantha Kaye Harris calls out a truth we don’t talk about enough: men are often celebrated for entering industries that women built—while women are still fighting to belong in theirs. From nail salons to fashion houses, men are positioned as pioneers in spaces where women have long been…

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Cody Johnson // 501 54:41

3M ago54:41

54:41

In June of 2013, a 25-year-old newlywed vanished in the picturesque mountains of Montana, just days after saying "I do." What began as a missing persons case in a tight-knit community quickly turned into something far darker, as investigators uncovered chilling secrets, a cryptic email regarding his death, and a truth that no one saw coming. This i…

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What Every Breast Cancer Survivor in Her Late 30s Should Know About Perimenopause, Surgical Menopause, and Treatment 52:34

3M ago52:34

52:34

Welcome to Perimenopause WTF!, brought to you by Perry—the #1 perimenopause app and safe space for connection, support, and new friendships during the menopause transition. You’re not crazy, and you’re definitely not alone! Download the free Perry App on Apple or Android and join our live expert talks, receive evidence-based education, connect with…

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Summer of Hell (ft Holly Madison) // 500 54:37

3M ago54:37

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Tensions were high during the summer of 1983 in Saint Petersburg, Florida, leading it to become known as the “summer of hell” after a rash of murders plagued the city. Two years prior, Playboy had opened the Suncoast Club, the first of its kind in the area. And now, as the city grappled with a potential serial killer, the Suncoast Club’s “Bunny of …

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Leading with Power and Presence: Elor Shem Tov on Confidence, Culture, and Coaching in Male-Dominated Industries 34:28

3M ago34:28

34:28

What does it really take to lead with confidence in a male-dominated workplace without losing yourself in the process? In this episode of Rooted in Your Confidence, I’m joined by Elor Shem Tov, executive coach, empowerment guide, and founder of Lucidlev, who knows exactly what it’s like to be the only woman at the table. From scaling a biotech star…

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Sheri Coleman // 499 52:56

3M ago52:56

52:56

In May of 2009, the 31-year-old wife of a televangelist’s security guard was murdered in her Illinois home alongside her two sons. For months prior, her husband had been receiving threatening messages via email, and he told police that he feared his anonymous stalker had finally acted on their warnings. But as the investigation into the tragic murd…

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Rooted and Unshaken, Part 2: What Happens When No One Stands Up for You 19:34

3M ago19:34

19:34

In this second part of our Self-Allyship Series, I’m taking you inside a moment that caught me off guard—when a woman in the audience pushed back against what I teach. She challenged the idea that we should be our first and strongest allies. She believed that external allyship—especially from men in power—was the key to her success. And honestly? I…

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Murder at Carolands Chateau // 498 46:30

3M ago46:30

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In February of 1985, two teenage girls headed out for an unofficial tour of a historic abandoned mansion outside of San Francisco. But once they arrived, the security officer outside - who had a bad reputation in the area - took the opportunity to prey on the girls, and what followed was a night of horror that only one of the girls would survive. T…

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Emily Pike // 497 48:24

3M ago48:24

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In January of 2025, a 14-year-old Indigenous girl went missing without a trace from her home in Mesa, Arizona. Just weeks later, her dismembered remains were discovered on the side of a highway a few hours away. Investigators began to dive into a devastating homicide investigation, but it is still very much underway. This is the murder of Emily Pik…

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From Medical to Lifestyle: Building Your Perimenopause Weight Loss Toolbox 43:36

3M ago43:36

43:36

Welcome to Perimenopause WTF!, brought to you by Perry—the #1 perimenopause app and safe space for connection, support, and new friendships during the menopause transition. You’re not crazy, and you’re definitely not alone! Download the free Perry App on Apple or Android and join our live expert talks, receive evidence-based education, connect with…

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The Freeway Phantom // 496 1:06:05

3M ago1:06:05

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Between April of 1971 and September of 1972, six girls, between the ages of 10 and 18, were abducted from Washington DC and found murdered. After some of their abductions, he would call the families or those close to the case breathing heavily, or giving crude messages. Then, left behind in one of the victims’ pockets was a note from the killer, ta…

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You Don’t Need Permission to Lead: A Conversation with Rebecca Engle 33:00

3M ago33:00

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In this episode of Rooted in Your Confidence, I sit down with Rebecca Engle—a bold young leader who made history at just 19 years old as the youngest woman to appear on a state ballot in Texas. While Rebecca’s background is in conservative politics, this conversation isn’t about party lines. It’s about what it really means to lead. We talk about: H…

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