1 Girl Revolution

On the new episode of The 1 Girl Revolution Podcast , we welcome Micki Ridd , Mesa Weidle , and Ellen Welch — three powerhouse SASSGO instructors — for an inspiring and deeply personal conversation about survival, healing, and the mission to empower and protect women and girls. SASSGO is a nonprofit organization that is on a mission to protect women and girls from assault and exploitation through...

On the new episode of The 1 Girl Revolution Podcast , we welcome Shannon Henry — founder of SASSGO — and Brett Brown, Executive Director of SASSGO, for a powerful and eye-opening conversation to kick off our special month-long series on SASSGO and the I Will Survive Weekend. SASSGO is a nonprofit organization that is on a mission to protect women and girls from assault, exploitation, and trafficki...

On this week's episode of The 1 Girl Revolution Podcast, we welcome Tatyana Ali — actress, singer, advocate, mother, and founder of Baby Yams. You may know Tatyana from her iconic role as Ashley Banks on The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air, or from her music, film, and television career — but in this powerful and personal conversation, we go beyond Hollywood to explore Tatyana's heart for women, mothers a...

On this week's new episode of The 1 Girl Revolution Podcast, we welcome Chacrice Miles — founder and CEO of Transition 1, 2, 3, Inc. , a Detroit-based nonprofit organization that empowers women to rebuild their lives after domestic abuse. Transition 1, 2, 3 provides safe housing, basic necessities, life-skills training, workforce development, and a supportive community that walks alongside women a...

On the new episode of The 1 Girl Revolution Podcast , we welcome Lauren Costabile — founder of Hearts of Joy International , a nonprofit organization that provides life-saving heart surgery for children with Down Syndrome in developing countries and raises awareness about the dignity and value of every life. Lauren is a passionate advocate, speaker, and changemaker who has dedicated her life to se...

On this week's episode of The 1 Girl Revolution Podcast, we welcome Ellen Boyer — co-founder of The Brett Boyer Foundation, wife, mother, and advocate for individuals with Down Syndrome and congenital heart disease (CHD). Ellen and her husband Bo founded The Brett Boyer Foundation in memory of their beautiful daughter, Brett, who was born with Down Syndrome and a congenital heart defect. Though Br...

On this week's episode of The 1 Girl Revolution Podcast , we welcome Kristi Wells and Brittany Dunn — national anti-trafficking advocates and the powerhouse co-founders of The Safe House Project , a nonprofit organization that's transforming the fight against human trafficking in America. Founded in 2017, The Safe House Project was born out of Kristi and Brittany's shared passion to end human traf...

On this week's episode of The 1 Girl Revolution Podcast , we welcome Monica Anderson — founder of Remembering Cherubs, a powerful nonprofit organization that supports families through miscarriage, stillbirth, and infant loss. After her own experience with infant loss, Monica was moved to transform her personal grief into a mission to help others. She founded Remembering Cherubs to provide communit...

On this week's episode of The 1 Girl Revolution Podcast, we welcome Tayler Jones — actress, director, teaching artist with Detroit Creativity Project, and founder of Beauty of Detroit Box. Tayler is a proud product of Detroit Public Schools, a multi-talented theatre artist, and a passionate advocate for the power of art and creativity—especially in the lives of young people. She received her BFA i...

On this week's episode of  The 1 Girl Revolution Podcast , we welcome Deb Ellinger, founder of  Elli's House —a nonprofit organization based in Detroit that works with women and girls in the city and also supports women and girls across the country who are experiencing homelessness or who have been impacted by addiction, human trafficking, abuse, and more. Deb's story is one of strength, compassio...

On this week's episode of The 1 Girl Revolution Podcast , we welcome Elza Spaedy , founder of Healed and Restored —a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping women and girls who are survivors of abuse, trafficking, domestic violence, and other forms of trauma. Elza's story is one of courage, healing, and hope. As a survivor herself, Elza understands the deep wounds that trauma can cause—and she...

On this week's episode of The 1 Girl Revolution Podcast , we welcome Melissa Berton , Academy Award-winning producer, educator, and co-founder of The Pad Project —a nonprofit organization working to end period stigma and empower women and girls worldwide through access to menstrual products and education. Melissa's story is one of purpose, passion, and powerful change. What began as a high school...

On this week's episode of  The 1 Girl Revolution Podcast , we welcome Darcy Olsen — powerhouse advocate, author, and founder of the Center for the Rights of Abused Children — a nonprofit organization dedicated to defending the rights of abused, abandoned, and neglected children. Darcy's journey is one of fierce determination, deep compassion, and relentless advocacy for our most vulnerable. A form...

On this week's episode of The 1 Girl Revolution Podcast, we welcome Michelle Scerbo, founder of Wish Upon a Teen, and Nancy Sovran, the organization's Executive Director — two incredible women who are bringing hope, comfort, and joy to teens facing serious medical conditions. Wish Upon a Teen is a nonprofit organization that provides creative, social, and emotional support to teenagers who are liv...

On this week's episode of The 1 Girl Revolution Podcast, we welcome Rachel Doyle, founder of GlamourGals—a nonprofit organization dedicated to inspiring and organizing teen volunteers to provide companionship and beauty makeovers to elderly residents in senior homes. Rachel's story is one of compassion, connection, and empowerment. What started as a simple idea to honor her grandmother has grown i...

This is a very special episode of The 1 Girl Revolution Podcast featuring our dear friend Producer Rachel (Giordano) and some really inspiring world-changing women at Rebel Nell's International Women's Day event. A few weeks ago, Kate flew to New York City to appear on The Kelly Clarkson Show , and Producer Rachel filled in for this special episode of The 1 Girl Revolution Podcast at Rebel Nell's...

On this week's episode of The 1 Girl Revolution Podcast , we welcome Laverne Delgado, founder of Freedom and Fashion —a nonprofit organization dedicated to using fashion and the creative arts to empower survivors of trafficking, homelessness, and other injustices. Laverne's journey is one of passion, purpose, and advocacy. Through Freedom and Fashion , she has created a powerful platform that not...

On this week's episode of The 1 Girl Revolution Podcast , we welcome Denise Bjurholm, Executive Director of Backpack Buddies, and Terri Bagen, Founding Board Member of the organization—a nonprofit dedicated to fighting childhood hunger by providing weekend meals to children facing food insecurity. Backpack Buddies is making an incredible impact by ensuring that children who rely on school meals du...

On this week's episode of The 1 Girl Revolution Podcast, we're back with Part 2 of The Power of HER: A Celebration of Women Making History – a historic live podcast recording featuring over 20 powerhouse women who are creating change and rewriting history. Hosted LIVE in Detroit, this unforgettable night was a vibrant celebration of women, resilience, and the incredible world-changing contribution...

On this week's episode of The 1 Girl Revolution Podcast , we're bringing you Part 1 of The Power of HER: A Celebration of Women Making History —a historic live podcast recording featuring over 20 powerhouse women who are making a difference in the world. Hosted LIVE in Detroit, this unforgettable night was filled with inspiring stories, incredible women, and a powerful reminder of the impact we ca...

On this week's episode of The 1 Girl Revolution Podcast , we welcome Shana White, founder of Picking Up the Pieces —a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping individuals and families transition out of homelessness through interior design and essential resources. Picking Up the Pieces is a beacon of transformative change, envisioning a future where every person moving from homelessness experien...

On this week's episode of The 1 Girl Revolution Podcast , we welcome Katie Stagliano, founder of Katie's Krops —a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering youth to grow gardens and donate fresh produce to those in need, helping to fight hunger one garden at a time. Katie's story is one of kindness, action, and a commitment to making a difference. What started as a single cabbage seedling she...

On this week's episode of The 1 Girl Revolution Podcast , we welcome Julie Weatherhead , co-founder of Got Grief House , and Megan Galea , founder of Glimmer in the Dark —two incredible women who have turned their personal experiences with grief into powerful missions of healing, support, and community. Grief is something we all experience, yet so often, we feel alone in it. Julie and Megan are wo...

On this week's episode of The 1 Girl Revolution Podcast , we welcome Dr. Karen Jaffe , a powerhouse advocate, retired OB-GYN, and co-founder of InMotion —a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering people with Parkinson's disease through exercise, education, and support. After being diagnosed with Parkinson's disease in 2007, Dr. Jaffe refused to let her diagnosis define her. Instead, she tur...

On this week's episode of The 1 Girl Revolution Podcast , we welcome Hannah Palmer, founder of The Sunflower Project —a nonprofit organization dedicated to spreading hope, raising awareness about mental health, and providing support and resources so everyone can receive the mental health support and resources they need.  Hannah's story is one of resilience, courage, and purpose. A survivor of five...