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Send us a text We continue to share stories that speak to our listeners especially those who are navigating motherhood and their children’s mental health. Our guest, Ellen Bassuk — psychiatrist, researcher, and clinician — brings a deeply personal perspective as she navigates psychiatry, advocacy, and motherhood through her son Daniel Schoonover’s lifelong struggle with serious mental illness, particularly schizophrenia. In this episode, Ellen walks us through her memoir as she traces Daniel’...
Send us a text We’re opening the new year with a powerful story to launch our January podcast season. Our first guest of 2026 is Anne Hand, author of Austrian Again: Reclaiming a Lost Legacy. In her book, Anne reflects on a pivotal choice — to apply for Austrian citizenship. What begins as a legal decision transforms into a deeply personal journey. As she pieces together family stories and ancestral documents, she uncovers a missing link in her history — one that reveals her family’s hidden...
Send us a text How can one truly lead sustainable innovation? 🌱 For Dr. North, it begins with a question — how can what we create bring good to both people and the planet? Her work in technical industries has always been guided by this belief: innovation isn’t just about new ideas; it’s about meaningful impact. In our latest Women, Life and Science podcast episode, Dr. North shares her insights on scaling up innovations responsibly, communicating your mission with clarity, and attracting inve...
Send us a text We are bringing you Science Cafe to our podcast Wednesday! Do you want to create an influence that matters to you and others? Join us as we explore a powerful personality framework called Enneagram and how it will enhance self-awareness and develop practical strategies to navigate diverse communication styles to expand our leadership influence! Listen to our podcast now!
Send us a text For many professionals, becoming a parent comes with the fear of putting their career on hold. But what if parenthood is actually the turning point that shapes better, more empathetic leaders? And companies play a vital role in unlocking that potential. In today’s episode, we sit down with Mason Donovan and Mark Kaplan, author of the book The Parenthood Advantage, to talk about reframing talent development for the modern workforce — one that sees parenthood as an asset, n...
Send us a text From actress to advocate for epilepsy, Kelly’s journey reflects the many transitions women experience. As women, we often lose ourselves along the way — moving through the seasons of womanhood, motherhood, and everything in between. Kelly’s story is a testament that amid transitions, grief, and even resentment, we can eventually find clarity and purpose and create something beautiful out of it. As Kelly beautifully says, “I don’t believe that everything happens for a reason, bu...
Send us a text So, what really caused the dinosaurs to become extinct? In our podcast The Last Extinction, Dr. Gerta Keller challenges the asteroid-only theory and uncovers new insights into one of Earth’s greatest mysteries. Dr. Gerta Keller, a Princeton paleontologist, has spent decades studying mass extinctions. Her groundbreaking research challenges the asteroid-only theory and offers a new perspective on what really wiped out the dinosaurs. Tune in now to The Last Extinction and d...
Send us a text In today’s episode, we’re honored to be joined once again by best-selling, award-winning author Judith L. Pearson. In our first conversation with Judy, we explored her book Mary Lasker and Her Crusade—a powerful biography of philanthropist Mary Lasker, whose relentless advocacy transformed medical research and led to groundbreaking advancements in the fight against cancer. This time, Judy continues to shine a light on remarkable women who helped shape the women’s health movem...
Send us a text We’re thrilled to welcome Stacy Glass to the podcast! 🌟 As the driving force behind ChemFORWARD, Stacy is on a mission to make chemistry safer, transparent, and accessible—empowering brands and innovators to choose better for people and the planet. Listen to our podcast now! #ChemFORWARD #SaferIngredients
Send us a text Animals have an extraordinary ability to comfort, protect, and heal. For Jackie Ducci, that healing began with horses. As a child struggling with social anxiety and feeling invisible in a world that praised extroversion, she found acceptance not in people, but in the quiet, steady presence of animals. In this episode, our guest, Jackie Ducci, shares a deeply personal story about how her horses helped her rediscover her worth, transform her mental health, and reshape the n...
Send us a text Missed the Women, Life, and Science Conference last May 16? We’ve got you covered! One of the highlights of every conference is the inspiring talks from our incredible speakers. Today, we’re sharing one of those moments with you with Scott Hicks on her talk “Leading with Your Why”. Why you should listen: -Discover the essence of who you really are -Learn to differentiate between your goals (what you do) and your purpose (why you do it) Listen now! #WednesdayPodcast #WomenLi...
Send us a text Have you heard the incredible story of Muriel White Seherr-Thoss? An American aristocrat with deep European roots, Muriel risked everything to help her Jewish friends escape the horrors of Nazi extermination during World War II. Her quiet yet courageous acts of resistance make her one of the most remarkable and overlooked figures of that era. Thanks to recent research and the gripping biography The Countess and the Nazis by Richard Jay Hutto, her legacy is finally being broug...
Send us a text In a game long dominated by men, Susan Polgar shattered the mold and proved that chess knows no gender. At just 21, she made history as the first woman to earn the Men's Grandmaster title, the highest honor in chess. In today’s podcast episode, Susan shares how she rewrote the narrative in this ultimate game of strategy and intellect. More than just a sport, she sees chess as a tool to spark curiosity, critical thinking, and resilience—especially among young women. Tune in as...
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 online harassment. About 40% say it’s caused them to avoid reporting certain stories altogether. Alia’s experience sparked a deeper investigation int...
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 with Claudia Rowe, a member of the editorial board at The Seattle Times and author of Wards of the State: The Long Shadow of American Foster Care....
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 an invitation. An invitation to grow, to realign, and to redefine success in a way that actually feels good. So if you’re in that space right now...
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 autopsy. A legendary chef dies in the middle of service—and from beyond the grave, insists on directing the terms of his own dissection. What u...
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 𝘔𝘢𝘯𝘶𝘢𝘭, and 𝘔𝘦𝘵𝘢𝘣𝘰𝘭𝘪𝘴𝘮 𝘙𝘦𝘱𝘢𝘪𝘳 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘞𝘰𝘮𝘦𝘯. Lara brings decades of clinical experience and deep insight into how women’s bodies work—and more importantly,...
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 design and powerful narratives, they’re not just reissuing books — they’re reconnecting with a rich literary heritage and inspiring others to...
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 of the Oklahomans who stayed behind. Spanning seven decades, this powerful novel follows a woman of indomitable spirit who anchors her family with ...
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