She Rises Studios Podcast

Susan Heartlight’s journey began as a single mother working three jobs when a social worker named Judy encouraged her to consider college. No one in Susan’s family had attended college, so higher education had never felt like part of her path. But when Judy told her, “Do it for your children,” Susan made the decision to apply. After beginning her studies with courses in dance and poetry, Susan met...

What’s more valuable for your business: more followers or a community that actually cares? In this solo episode, Adriana Luna breaks down audience vs. community, why social media visibility and follower counts don’t always translate into business growth, and how brands and entrepreneurs can build stronger engagement, relationships, referrals, and real connection. Adriana also shares what she’s lea...

Dr. Karen Smith is a chiropractor, emotional wellness and transformational coach, retreat creator, and founder of Healing Hearts and Bodies and Opulent Odyssey. She helps women reconnect with themselves emotionally, physically, and mentally so they can stop surviving and start truly living. Through healing, leadership, self-worth, nervous system wellness, and personal growth, her mission is to hel...

Brianna Sylver is an innovation strategist, President of Sylver Consulting , and author of the bestselling and award-winning book Leading Through Free Fall: How Innovators Turn Turbulence into Trust . With 20+ years of expertise in Market Research, User Experience, and Strategy, Brianna helps leaders navigate uncertainty, align teams, and bridge the gap between great ideas and real-world execution...

Laurie is a Medium, spiritual healer, intuitive guide, and transformational coach dedicated to empowering individuals on their journey of self-discovery and healing. With over a decade of experience in the field, Laurie brings a unique blend of intuitive insights, spiritual wisdom, and compassionate support to her work. Through her workshops, courses, and one-on-one sessions, she guides clients in...

Mary Bouras is a speaker, trainer, and former Chief of Protocol at Andrews Air Force Base, where she worked with world leaders, senior military officials, and high-profile events. After spending more than two decades navigating military life, international moves, career pivots, and personal challenges, she now helps professionals build the confidence, presence, and credibility to succeed in high-s...

As a Social Entrepreneur and Advocate, Luminita (Lumi) Ispas bridges the divide between the education we receive and the financial reality we face. Because society cannot wait for school curriculums to catch up, Lumi offers an immediate, actionable solution: House Hacking. Through step-by-step frameworks and compelling storytelling, she teaches graduates how to bypass the housing trap, transformin...

https://joypedersen.com/joy-pedersen/ Dr. Joy Pedersen is a spiritual healer, coach, author, speaker, and founder of Joy of Spirituality and Express Success LLC. A Doctor of Divinity, Licensed Spiritual Healer, and Certified Spiritual Health Coach, she helps individuals and businesses identify and clear hidden energetic, subconscious, and spiritual obstacles that can impact success, relationships,...

https://www.fromcluttertoconfidence.com/ Alison Kero is an organizing expert, international best-selling author, and advocate for intentional living. For over 20 years, she has helped women declutter their homes, reduce overwhelm, and create healthier systems that support their mental, emotional, and physical well-being. Her work goes beyond organization, focusing on helping female entrepreneurs c...

Thomas Goddard is a Pattern Recognition Specialist, Trauma-Informed Coach, High Performance Coach, and founder of BetterIn3. As the author of The Addiction Loop and Five Seconds That Changed Everything , he helps leaders, founders, parents, and high achievers uncover the hidden behavioral patterns that fuel self-sabotage, burnout, and inconsistency. Through his Reliable Momentum Method , Thomas te...

Susan Tatem is the founder of Bright Path 4 Autism, a physical therapist, autism advocate, speaker, and author dedicated to helping families navigate the autism journey with confidence. Inspired by raising her autistic daughter, Susan combines her healthcare background with lived experience to empower parents through education, transition planning, and practical strategies that support independenc...

For decades, women have been told their symptoms are "just hormones," "just stress," or "all in their head." Dr. Somi Javaid is working to change that. In this episode, Hanna speaks with board-certified OB-GYN, entrepreneur, and women's health advocate Dr. Somi Javaid. She shares why so many women are overlooked by the healthcare system, what every woman should kn...

After spending over 20 years in manufacturing,  Tabitha Moore realized that a life that looked “successful” on paper didn’t feel fulfilling in her heart. She chose courage over comfort and stepped into her purpose — empowering women to believe in themselves, reconnect with their inner voice, and create joyful, meaningful lives. Today, she supports women in releasing overwhelm, embracing worthiness...

Everyone celebrates entrepreneurship when the wins come. Few people talk about what it costs to get there. In this episode, Hanna Olivas and Adriana Luna have an honest conversation about the hidden side of building a business. They discuss burnout, financial pressure, leadership, family, health, self-doubt, criticism, and the sacrifices that often come with entrepreneurship. They also share the l...

From helping launch TV Land to producing major entertainment events and documentaries—including Kings From Queens (the RUN-DMC documentary series), Cooking with Paris , the Garry Marshall documentary, and productions featuring everyone from Lady Gaga to Dick Van Dyke— Raquel Bruno has built an extraordinary career behind the scenes of the entertainment industry. As the founder and CEO of Drive Ent...

Every business has a beginning, but behind every mission is a personal story. In this episode, Hanna Olivas and Adriana Luna reflect on the journey that led to the creation of She Rises Studios . From finding the courage to speak after years of silence to navigating life's hardest moments, they share how vulnerability, trust, and storytelling became the foundation for a community that continue...

Joseph Z. Zaczek (Zac) is the PR & Visibility Coordinator at She Rises Studios, where he helps entrepreneurs, authors, and thought leaders grow their visibility through strategic media outreach, authentic storytelling, and meaningful relationship building. Specializing in securing podcast interviews, media features, and collaborative opportunities through platforms like Qwoted and Authority Ma...

https://sheconomymedia.com/ In this episode, Hanna Olivas and Adriana Luna introduce Sheconomy —a global ecosystem designed to connect entrepreneurs, creators, professionals, and visionaries through collaboration instead of competition. They share the vision behind the launch, why traditional networking is evolving, and how meaningful relationships can create opportunities that no one builds alone...

Lisa Olivas is the Executive Assistant to Adriana Luna at She Rises Studios, where she supports the day-to-day operations, event coordination, executive communications, and behind-the-scenes execution that help bring the company's vision to life. With a strong foundation in organization and attention to detail developed during her time as an Inventory Specialist at Walgreens, Lisa serves as th...

Kim Olver is the founder of Olver International, creator of the Mental Freedom® framework, and a licensed clinical professional counselor, board-certified coach, speaker, and bestselling author. With decades of experience in counseling, leadership development, and Choice Theory® psychology, Kim is passionate about helping people break free from unnecessary suffering, build healthier relationships,...

https://www.sherisesstudios.com/ What separates a follower from a true community member? In this episode, Hanna and Adriana explore the concept of belonging and why meaningful relationships have become one of the most valuable assets in business and life. From networking and entrepreneurship to leadership, communication, and community building, they share lessons learned from creating spaces where...

Hanna and Adriana explore the concept of positive disruption—challenging outdated thinking, embracing confidence, and creating opportunities instead of waiting for them. They discuss entrepreneurship, networking, gatekeepers, rejection, leadership, AI, and the mindset required to build something meaningful in today's rapidly changing world. Whether you're launching a business, starting over, or si...

Megan Dirks is the Brand Strategy Specialist at She Rises Studios, where she helps shape clear, consistent messaging and ensures the brand is represented with professionalism and purpose. With over 10 years of experience in brand strategy, design, marketing, and coaching, she has worked across industries ranging from wellness and hospitality to music festivals, indie video games, and small busines...

https://createmovementcollective.com/ Annie Landry is a multifaceted dance and fitness professional with a passion for holistic wellness. As a certified personal trainer, group fitness instructor, and corrective exercise specialist, she emphasizes proper placement and alignment to prevent injuries, ensuring that movement can be enjoyed throughout her clients’ lives. Annie is the founder and owner...

Welcome to a special series spotlighting the people, stories, and talent working behind the scenes to create impact every day. Jemarie Lopez Gumban is an Editor for She Rises Studios Publishing, a Licensed Professional Teacher, and holds a Master of English in Applied Linguistics. With a strong background in education, language, and communication, she previously taught research, writing, literatur...