Pockets of Knowledge

Welcome to another enlightening episode of Pockets of Knowledge! In this edition, I have the pleasure of sitting down with Julie & Emma Lucido, an inspiring mother & daughter who have made it their mission to combat plastic waste in their community. As the founder of The FillerUp Shop, Julie's passion for sustainability and her drive to provide safe household, hair, and body care produ...

In this episode of the podcast, we sit down with Eliana Ojeda, a talented singer-songwriter from Morgan Hill, California. Eliana shares her journey of discovering her passion for music despite not coming from a musical family and how she found her creative outlet through songwriting. From her early days of taking vocal lessons to pursuing a career in music, Eliana's determination and drive hav...

Join us for this thought-provoking and inspiring conversation with Karen Tanenbaum, host of the Life Leaps Podcast, as she shares her own personal journey and the stories of others. Karen Tanenbaum shares her own personal story of taking a life leap by relocating her family from Washington, DC, to Southern Spain to pursue their lifelong dream of living abroad. She offers some practical advice for...

Desiree Stanley is a long-time business owner, serial entrepreneur, and newbie podcaster. She’s dedicated to showcasing the amazing women she knows and meets in order to share knowledge, expertise, and life lessons so that everyone grows. She is a mother of two adult daughters, a wife for 27 years, and a 10+ years runner living near San Jose, California. She received her degree in Psychology but h...

Welcome to this week's episode of the podcast where I have the pleasure of speaking with Ashlin Hadden, owner, and CEO of Ashlin Hadden Insurance. Ashlin has over a decade of experience in the insurance sector, starting as an agent for Liberty Mutual. With her industry knowledge and entrepreneurial spirit, Ashlin decided to take a leap of faith and start her own business. In this episode, Ashl...

In this episode of the podcast, I sit down with Sharon Winchester, the talented artist, designer, and founder of The Sleek Kitty, a handcrafted jewelry brand that has made waves in the industry with its clean lines and timeless pieces. Sharon shares her story of relocating from the Metro Detroit Area to the Bay Area, and how her two daughters helped inspire the name of her business. As we delve de...

Welcome to this episode of the podcast, where I have the privilege of hosting Kendie Schlecht, a seasoned insurance lawyer. Kendie will be sharing her expertise to shed light on the importance of reaching out to your insurance company early and often when faced with claim situations, such as disputes over coverage, claims handling, and bad faith practices. She will explain the rights of policyhold...

Join me this week to hear Amber Daughn as she shares her journey of "blowing up" her old life to find the right one. As a digital nomad and business owner, Amber knows the challenges and rewards of designing a life that works for you. In this inspiring conversation, Amber shares her insights on building a successful business while also living a life of adventure and purpose. From managin...

In this episode of the podcast, I chat with Denise Moulton, an avid genealogy buff who has recently become a dual US-Italian citizen, unlocking a new chapter in her life. Denise shares her journey of discovering her ancestry and how her love for genealogy led her to explore her Italian roots. She speaks about her family and the enjoyment of tracing her lineage as well as the connections she formed...

In this episode, we explore the fascinating artistic journey of Frida Kahlo during her time in America. Having lived in Mexico for most of her life, Frida's move to the United States was a significant turning point in her artistic career. Here, she encountered new people, cultures, and artistic influences that inspired her to create some of her most iconic works. My guest, an art history profe...

Welcome to this episode of the podcast, where we will be exploring the inspiring journey of a first-generation Latina entrepreneur, photographer, and higher education program director who is making an impact in her community by uplifting the future while preserving the past. My guest today is a trailblazer who has combined her passion for history through photography and education to empower and in...

Join us for a conversation with esteemed interior designer Priscilla Avery as we explore her approach to home design that focuses on finding inspiration for home renovations through a thorough understanding of her clients and their wants and needs. Priscilla shares practical tips from her years of experience in the industry including how to make less costly items appear expensive. She talks about...

Are you an Amazon seller looking to get your business off the ground? In this episode, Izabella Ritz, founder of Ritz Momentum, will share her amazing success story & explain how she helps Amazon sellers to launch and grow their businesses. Get inspired by Izabella's story and get ready to take your business to the next level! Izabella emigrated from Russia in 2015 with her three children. A s...

Struggling with self-care? In this podcast, Rachel Miller shares how to practice self-compassion with simple mindfulness techniques that can help you stay connected to yourself and your emotions while rewriting negative self-talk scripts. Learn the importance of self-care and how it can help you take control of your life. Discover the power of self-compassion and create a positive mindset. She dis...

Joie Roberts helps entrepreneurs build profitable brands on Amazon. She is an Amazon Seller & Coach at AMZ Insiders which helps sellers from finding their first product to sell on Amazon, scaling all the way to selling their brand. AMZ Insiders is the leading mentorship program. Joie is the Managing Partner at AMZ Insiders. She’s also the owner of 3D Walls by Design which specializes in luxury...

Izabela Hamilton is a keynote speaker, business strategist, and a strong advocate for women’s rights. Izabela is the Founder and CEO of RankBell, a brand accelerator that helps Amazon businesses grow to 8-9 figures through driving keyword ranking and optimization. Established in 2015, RankBell is on track to achieve its mission of helping one million Amazon sellers grow their businesses by the yea...

Jan Bernstein Chargin has lived in Gilroy since 2001. She was born and raised in New York City and moved to California after her graduation from Cornell University, where she earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Applied Economics. Her early career included working as a manufacturing supervisor at Frito-Lay, several years as an independent artist, gigs in catering, retail, and caregiving, as well...

Born and raised in East San Jose, CA. Annette Gonzales Jones grew up in a family and community of hard-working individuals that strived to provide opportunities for a better future for their children through education. She carries great gratitude for the life lessons of her family and community, especially from those who were not able to pursue higher education. As a Latina and first-generation co...

Kitty Lai is a passionate Brand Design expert and Founder of ME Brand - a Brand & Design service. With over 20 years of industry experience and managing design teams for global brands, she is now inspired to help businesses and professionals who offer products or services create an impact on their audience using the power of branding, design, and visual communication. She’s bringing her skill...

Julie was born in Los Angeles and quickly moved with her parents to San Jose, California when she was eight years old. Her parents divorced when she was 15 years old. She received her bachelor's in Art History at San Jose State University and her Master’s Degree in Counseling Psychology at the College of Notre Dame. She is currently in the second year of her Ph. D. in Criminal Justice. She has bee...

Hiba Weber is Co-Founder/ CEO of SellerMobile. Over a decade ago, Hiba started an online brand. One brand lead to more brands, and they started selling in multiple marketplaces and they hit $20 million in annual sales. It was technology, that they built around their e-commerce businesses that gave them an edge in the marketplace (and an eventual successful exit). They built on the technology and l...

Nora Dunn, aka The Professional Hobo, sold everything she owned (including a busy financial planning practice) to travel the world in 2006. She has enjoyed a travel lifestyle ever since and is considered one of the original Digital Nomads and Lifestyle Travel Bloggers. Specializing in slow travel, she has lived in and traveled through over 75 countries while working remotely. She combines her expe...

Amy Wees is the CEO of Amazing at Home E-Commerce Consulting, a world-renowned company that has helped thousands of brands launch private label products on Amazon and beyond! Amy's knowledge in product development, sourcing, marketing, and sales has enabled her to help countless entrepreneurs develop their own successful businesses.  Amy's courses and consulting are ranked among the best in t...

Desiree Stanley is a long-time business owner, serial entrepreneur, and newbie podcaster. She’s dedicated to showcasing the amazing women she knows and meets in order to share knowledge, expertise, and life lessons so that everyone grows. She is a mother of two nearly adult daughters, a wife for 27 years, and a 10+ years runner living near San Jose, California. She received her degree in Psycholog...

Meghala Divakaran is a former Program Manager in a high-tech company and is now a cottage food baker! Her journey has been an interesting one. She started her own company, Vegan Superfoods, a cottage food business that offers vegan, nut-free, gluten-safe energy bars and cookies to fulfill a personal need (that ultimately changed into a business proposition) to have access to quality sources of pro...