I'm Done Apologizing

Wow! How has 5 years of podcasting already come and gone? Join me this week on my reflections through the value of the podcast, importance of topics, powering through imposter syndrome, and the challenges of being a podcast host. Be sure to tune in! . . Be a Guest: https://forms.gle/NtccnhVn2PVn9nSQ6 . . #doneapologizingpodcast #doneapologizingforbeingme #doneapologizing #womenempowerment #womensu...

I’m excited to welcome Taj Julien (they/them), a student affairs professional, storyteller, and advocate for belonging. Taj is a Caribbean-born from Trinidad and Tobago, an educator whose work centers identity, community, and supporting students through experiences of being othered. They bring both lived experience and professional expertise to the conversation on reclaiming confidence and passion...

I recently was unexpectedly on medical leave. Join me for a quick episode on my reflections on rest, community, and taking care of yourself! . . Be a Guest: https://forms.gle/NtccnhVn2PVn9nSQ6 . . #doneapologizingpodcast #doneapologizingforbeingme #doneapologizing #womenempowerment #womensupportingwomen 

I’m excited to welcome my friend, Paula Diaz, as this week’s guest on the podcast. Paula is a momma, nana, wife, career professional, and a people pleaser. Join me this week as Paula and I discuss how she recognized when people pleasing was taking over and how she got support to navigate through to become a recovering people pleaser. Be sure to tune in! . . Be a Guest: https://forms.gle/NtccnhVn2P...

I’m excited to welcome Patricia Franklin, the Founder of Franklin Freelance Writing Consulting and the author of Sis, You Need Some Rest - A Mental Health Guidance Book for the Hearts of the Household as today’s guest. Patricia is a dynamic woman who has learned the power of rest and self-reflection as a way to show up as her best self in this world. Join me this week to learn more from Patricia!...

I’m excited to welcome Crystal Ellis as this week’s podcast guest. Crystal is an AASECT Certified Sexuality Educator (CSE), writer, public health advocate, professional development trainer, freelance model, and kinkster who explores sexuality at the intersections of art, media, and pop culture by uplifting the experiences of “visibly/invisible” marginalized identities. Her company, Crystallized Se...

I’m excited to welcome Taj Julien (they/them), a student affairs professional, storyteller, and advocate for belonging. Taj is a Caribbean-born from Trinidad and Tobago, an educator whose work centers identity, community, and supporting students through experiences of being othered. They bring both lived experience and professional expertise to the conversation on reclaiming confidence and passion...

I’m excited to welcome my friend and UCWL sister, Megan Carroll, as this week’s podcast guest. Megan is the Program Director of the graduate college at the University of Cincinnati where she’s served in the same unit for almost 15 years. Her colleagues refer to her as “Money Megan” at times because of her knowledge of awards and financial policies for graduate students. Megan is the proud mom of t...

I’m excited to welcome my new friend, Aalayah Faulcon Sanders, who is a public affairs powerhouse and community leader known for shaping narratives, driving impact, and uplifting underserved voices. With a career spanning government communications, crisis response and housing advocacy, she has led strategic messaging in some of the most critical civic and community spaces across Durham and beyond....

Ep. 219 - Female Friendships Female friendships show higher intimacy, social support, nurturance and overall quality and satisfaction, according to a study done by Bank & Hansford in 2000. As I’ve reflected on my female friendships lately, I couldn’t agree more. Join me this week as I share how female friendships show up in my life and tips for you to engage more. Be sure to tune in! . . Be a...

I’m so excited to welcome my friend and sorority sister, Erika Sweet Heil, as a guest for this week’s episode. Erika is the creator of DCL Dorks, a podcast and creative brand that blends Disney cruising, crafting, and community. Erika has sailed on 10 Disney cruises across every ship in the fleet, from Bahamian and Alaskan itineraries to a transatlantic crossing. She’s also a mom of teenagers, a p...

I’m thrilled to welcome my friend and major podcast supporter, Dr. Deanna C. Hughes, as the guest for this week’s episode. Deanna is excited to spend time with us to process aloud in a reflective manner the complexities and tendencies of shrinking oneself, sharing her personal opinions and lived experiences on shrinking self and how it can be conflated with being acts of humility and moving in sil...

I’m excited to welcome my friend and sorority sister, Anna Wamack (Wah-Mack), as this week’s episode guest. Anna is in K-12 education and has risen into leadership roles through her career. She has learned the parallels of leadership and motherhood. Anna continues to navigate her leadership role while learning how to juggle doing it all. Be sure to tune in! . . Be a Guest: https://forms.gle/Ntccnh...

I’m excited to welcome Chazidy Robinson as a guest for this week’s podcast episode. Chazidy is a Post Incarceration Syndrome Subject expert who is a 9 year survivor of supporting her incarcerated ex-husband. She actively works to fight for others to save them from this silent killer. . . Be a Guest: https://forms.gle/NtccnhVn2PVn9nSQ6 . . #doneapologizingpodcast #doneapologizingforbeingme #doneapo...

I’m excited to have my friend and UCWL sister, Bri Coggins, join me this week. Bri is a lead wedding coordinator with Blue Dahlia Events, a Cincinnati-based company that offers day-of wedding coordination services to help couples make their vision a reality. Bri supports 4-6 weddings per year as a side hustle while she works at the University of Cincinnati Foundation full-time, and raises two daug...

I’m excited to welcome back a return guest, Dr. Crystal Lay, as this week’s guest on the podcast. Crystal  is a Mom, a seasoned student affairs leader, speaker, and podcast host who knows what it means to juggle high-stakes leadership, crisis response, and strategic planning—while still making room for joy, growth, and boundaries. She’s living proof that doing it all doesn’t mean doing it alone. B...

I’m excited to welcome Krista Powers, to join me for this week’s episode. Krista - a loving, powerful, authentic human - is the Executive Director of Giving Voice Foundation (givingvoicefdn.org). She is also an author, speaker, coach, and two-time cancer thriver. Krista most closely identifies with being called a catalyst and contributor. Krista is passionate about gently and honestly diving into...

In what was supposed to be a live recording of a podcast episode… I talk about the impacts of loneliness and how women navigate loneliness. With loneliness as a health emergency and epidemic, it’s important to learn more about finding your community and learning into your network. Be sure to tune in! . . LinkedIn article: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/doesnt-have-lonely-top-how-women-leaders-can-...

I am excited to have Dr. Jane Ziegler Sojka as a guest on my podcast this week. Dr. Sojka is marketing professor at the University of Cincinnati where she taught students to practice resilience and take initiative in her award-winning sales course. Through her published research and TEDx talk “Empowering Women Benefits Everyone,” she is a frequent speaker on women’s empowerment. Her book, Women &a...

Join me this week for a rare solo episode where we catch up on life, discuss how I’ve been managing (mom) guilt, and how I’m navigating UNAPOLOGETICALLY through this thing we call life. Be sure to tune in! . . Be a Guest: https://forms.gle/NtccnhVn2PVn9nSQ6 . . #doneapologizingpodcast #doneapologizingforbeingme #doneapologizing #womenempowerment #womensupportingwomen #badassbabes #podcasting #podc...

I’m excited to welcome Representative Dr. Amber M Baker from the North Carolina House of Representatives to join me as the guest for this week’s episode. Rep. Baker has served as an elected official for 5 years, following a long career as an educator. Her passion is to help educate others on involvement, recruitment, and advocacy. To hear more on Rep. Baker’s journey and passion for politics, be s...

I’m excited to welcome UCWL sister, Dr. Rachael Nolan, to join me as a guest this week. Dr. Nolan is a grief researcher and has her own private practice where she helps individuals in the community, navigate grief and loss. To learn more from Dr. Nolan, be sure to stick around. . . Be a Guest: https://forms.gle/NtccnhVn2PVn9nSQ6 . . #doneapologizingpodcast #doneapologizingforbeingme #doneapologizi...

I am excited to host Victoria Gichohi (gee-show-he) on this week’s episode. Victoria is a true community advocate for all and is most passionate about finding resources and tools that make lives more sustainable and advocating for others. Victoria is the Program Manager for the Compton Community Health Professions Partnership, where she and her team are developing a pipeline of the next generation...

I had the opportunity to speak on Making the Ask at a professional conference. During this session, I shared with the audience various reasons why women don’t like to or feel comfortable with making the ask. Join me for a special episode of a live recording of the podcast from the conference session. . . Be a Guest: https://forms.gle/NtccnhVn2PVn9nSQ6 . . #doneapologizingpodcast #doneapologizingfo...

I’m excited to welcome Jenna Heath to the podcast for this episode. Jenna is a talented communicator, educator and professional connector of people! Jenna started her career in Higher Education over a decade ago and rose through the ranks of large, urban, public university systems. Serving in roles such as: Recruiter, Assistant Director of Career and Professional Development and Director of Studen...