The Hell Yes Podcast

Before she was Melissa’s mom, she was Gail. And this week, we’re getting to know the woman behind the title of “Mom.” Part 2 of Hell Yes to the Women Who Made Us is here, and this time, Sherina is asking the questions as she sits down with Melissa’s mother, Gail Melshenker. We know Melissa as a CEO, businesswoman, and leader. But long before all of that, she was Gail’s daughter. In this heartfelt...

Before Sherina was a lawyer, CEO, wife, mother, and podcast host, she was simply Marjorie May’s daughter. And this week, we're getting to know the woman who helped shape her. Melissa is turning the tables on Sherina and sitting down with her mummy, Marjorie May, for a candid conversation about motherhood, family, and the lessons passed down from one generation of women to the next. Who was Marjori...

You don’t have to work in finance to understand your money. Sherina and Melissa sits down with Melissa's lifelong friend Seema Ackerman, who has spent decades in the investment world , for an honest conversation about women and money. They cover how to build wealth, start investing with confidence and protect what you’ve built. They get into why every woman needs to know her own numbers, whether s...

.You don't need a corner office or a fancy title to be a leader. You just need to decide how you're going to show up. This week on The Hell Yes Podcast, we're joined by Susan Asiyanbi, founder of The Olori Network, for a real conversation about what leadership actually looks like in everyday life. Whether you're running a company, raising a family, teaching a classroom, serving on a board, or simp...

What does it really mean to have another woman’s back? In this episode of The Hell Yes Podcast , Melissa and Sherina sit down with their friend Rachel Saunders, Founding Partner of Saturday Legal, for a real conversation about what women supporting women actually looks like beyond the slogan. Because having her back is more than cheering her on. It’s advocating for her when she’s not in the room....

New season, new chapter and we're diving in headfirst. In this Season 2 premiere, we're talking about what it really means to say Hell Yes to what's next. Not the polished, Instagram-caption version of "new beginnings," but the real one the one where your hands are shaking a little and you say yes anyway. We're getting into the fear that shows up right before a big transition (and why it doesn't m...

Join Melissa and Sherina for the Season 1 finale of The Hell Yes Podcast . In this episode, they reflect on the strength of their friendship and how it’s created a foundation for honest — even uncomfortable — conversations. From race and religion to politics and personal perspectives, nothing is off the table. Melissa and Sherina share how they navigate these challenging discussions with respect,...

In this episode of The Hell Yes Podcast, Sherina steps into the interviewer’s seat to return the favor and ask Melissa the questions that everyone wants to know more about. Melissa opens up about her upbringing, career journey, and how she approaches life today. Together, they explore the impact of community, mentorship, and owning your story in both personal and professional growth.

In this episode of The Hell Yes Podcast, the tables turn as Melissa steps into the interviewer’s seat to ask Sherina the questions she’s usually asking everyone else. Sherina opens up about her life story, her winding journey, and the philosophy that guides her decisions today. Together, they explore what it really means to listen for your “hell yes,” and why authenticity and courage are at the ce...

Networking isn’t about collecting contacts — it’s about building real relationships. In this episode of Hell Yes , Sherina and Melissa share an honest and empowering conversation about how meaningful connections shape both personal and professional growth. Drawing from their own experiences, they explore how asking for help, seeking mentorship, and embracing community can open doors in unexpected...

This episode is all about the space no one talks about — the in-between. The moment when life looks good on the outside, but inside you’re asking the hard questions: Am I on the right path? What’s next? And why does growth feel so uncomfortable? Sherina and Melissa get real about what’s currently taking up space in their lives—from career pivots and big visions, to mom guilt, long-distance parenti...

In this episode of the Hell Yes Podcast, hosts Sherina Maye Edwards and Melissa Ackerman discuss the importance of setting goals for the upcoming year and being intentional with who you surround yourself with. This episode dives into the key to success: accountability and why committing out loud matters. Edwards and Ackerman break down the press release method for achieving goals, share candid per...

In this episode of the Hell Yes Podcast, hosts Melissa Ackerman and Sherina Maye Edwards introduce themselves and share their unique friendship journey. They discuss the importance of being authentic, the challenges and joys of motherhood, the value of cultural integration, and the significance of living a 'hell yes' life.

Join hosts Sherina Maye Edwards and Melissa Ackerman for "The Hell Yes Podcast". Enjoy this authentic episode teaser in how they first met and the beauty of first impressions.