Glow Up, Gyrl

Leadership isn’t about titles, it’s about purpose. This week on the Glow Up, Gyrl Podcast, Kyra sits down with Councilwoman Carmalitha Gumbs, a respected public servant, advocate, and community leader serving the City of South Fulton, Georgia. With over a decade of leadership experience, Carmalitha has dedicated her career to empowering women, strengthening small businesses, and creating equitable...

What if the second half of your life could be your best half? This week on the Glow Up, Gyrl Podcast, Kyra sits down with Cheryl Fischer, certified Life and Mindset Coach and host of the Mind Your Midlife podcast. Cheryl helps women in midlife transform the stories they tell themselves, shifting from self-doubt and limitation to confidence, clarity, and purpose. In this inspiring conversation, Che...

It’s never too late to reinvent your life. This week on the Glow Up, Gyrl Podcast, Kyra welcomes Linda Brand, certified life coach, EFT practitioner, licensed Realtor, and founder of Worthy & Abundant—a global community and podcast empowering women to live bold, abundant lives. After overcoming a debilitating illness, raising her son as a single mother, and completely reinventing her life at midli...

Money isn’t just numbers; it's freedom, confidence, and the foundation of independence. This week on the Glow Up, Gyrl Podcast, Kyra is joined by Amanda Taylor, business and wealth strategist and founder of Expand Your Empire. Amanda equips women entrepreneurs to automate their operations, scale with confidence, and turn income into lasting wealth through systems, strategy, and smart investing. Fr...

What if the key to reinventing your life isn’t just about what you do—but how you heal? This week on the Glow Up, Gyrl Podcast, Kyra sits down with Tara Wiskow, intuitive energy healer, life reinvention expert, and founder of the She Rises program. After losing 220 pounds naturally and overcoming deep emotional struggles, Tara now helps women release limiting beliefs, break free from self-sabotage...

Why do so many women of faith struggle with saying “no”? This week on the Glow Up, Gyrl Podcast, Kyra sits down with Sherrika Sanders, MBA, founder and CEO of Transform the GAAP, to talk about how faith-driven wives and moms can lead at work and at home without burning out. Sherrika mentors women to align their values with their goals, honor their calling, and reclaim themselves in the process. Th...

What do you do when addiction impacts your home, your heart, and your family? This week on the Glow Up, Gyrl Podcast, Kyra talks with Tanya Gioia, Family Recovery Coach and host of the Faith Over Addiction podcast. Tanya helps Christian women reclaim their God-given identity, set boundaries with love, and find peace—even while walking through the pain of loving someone with addiction. With practic...

This week on Glow Up, Gyrl, Kyra welcomes Prerna Sharma, founder of STEP ZERO, a beauty tools brand redefining no-makeup beauty. With a background in consulting and marketing, Prerna is passionate about blending product quality, clear messaging, and powerful storytelling to build brands that stand out. In this episode, Prerna shares: Why clear messaging is the key to brand growth How storytelling...

Forget the fairy tales, real love isn’t about finding perfection, it’s about creating connection. This week on the Glow Up, Gyrl Podcast, Kyra sits down with Chantal Landreville, certified love and relationship coach, speaker, and author. With over two decades of experience in personal growth and human connection, Chantal is on a mission to disrupt the “Disneyfied” myths of love and help people di...

What does it truly mean to live with purpose? This week on the Glow Up, Gyrl Podcast, Kyra welcomes Dr. Brian E. Arnold, educator, entrepreneur, speaker, and author, whose journey is one of resilience, service, and impact. From a special education student to a doctorate holder in Educational Leadership, Brian’s story is proof that your beginnings don’t define your destiny. A former world-class ath...

What would your life look like if fear of rejection never held you back? This week on the Glow Up, Gyrl Podcast, Kyra talks with Ivana Ivanek, keynote speaker, business strategist, mindset coach, and founder of Fabulous Foundation. Ivana specializes in helping teachers, coaches, and educators build online businesses that align with their dreams—while creating both profit and impact. From overcomin...

What if the challenges you face weren’t obstacles—but invitations? This week on the Glow Up, Gyrl Podcast, Kyra sits down with Carly Pepin, an international speaker and consultant specializing in human behavior. Carly’s mission is to help people see beyond perceived flaws and uncover the deeper truths that shape their lives. Through her 3-step process, Carly shows how to reframe personal and profe...

There’s travel… and then there’s transformation. ✨ This week on the Glow Up, Gyrl Podcast, Kyra is joined by Becky Lukovic, luxury travel advisor and founder of Bella Travel, who’s spent over 20 years curating unforgettable, soul-stirring adventures. From bike trips through Europe to gourmet getaways and romantic escapes, Becky believes travel isn’t just about where you go—it’s about who you beco...

What does it take to build a brand that resonates and delivers long-term results? This week on the Glow Up, Gyrl Podcast, Kyra sits down with Julie Roth, a former high school teacher turned powerhouse brand strategist and copywriter who’s worked with major brands like Google, Uber Eats, Estée Lauder, and the LPGA. Julie shares her journey from the classroom to creative strategy and breaks down how...

Feeling overwhelmed, overcommitted, or constantly pulled in a million directions? This week on the Glow Up, Gyrl Podcast, Kyra welcomes Cindy Baker, coach, speaker, educator, and founder of CBC - Cindy Baker Coaching. With over 19 years of experience and a master’s in counseling, Cindy is passionate about helping entrepreneurs—especially those with ADHD—channel their creativity, manage their time,...

What does it really take to build a workplace where people can thrive—without burning out? This week on the Glow Up, Gyrl podcast, Kyra is joined by Michael Levitt, a burnout survivor, global thought leader on HR and wellness, therapist, and host of the Breakfast Leadership Show. Michael’s insights are rooted in personal experience and decades of helping organizations reimagine workplace culture....

What if you could build a thriving business, make over $250K a year, and still live life on your terms? Meet Lauren Lester, a trailblazing solo attorney who’s rewriting the rules of success in the legal world. Fresh out of law school, Lauren launched her own firm—My Life Lawyer—to create a business that prioritizes well-being, freedom, and meaningful work over the typical burnout cycle. In this em...

What does it look like to let go of the life you thought you should live—and embrace the one your soul is calling for? In this deeply moving and empowering episode, Kyra sits down with Pooja Bakhai, a life coach, spiritual guide, and survivor of both complex childhood trauma and stage four cancer. Pooja shares her powerful story of walking away from a traditional path (hello, Stanford and Harvard!...

What if ancient myths held the exact wisdom you need to move forward in life today? In this empowering episode, Kyra welcomes mythologist and narrative coach Allison Stieger to explore how archetypes—universal story patterns—can help us navigate life’s toughest transitions and find clarity in chaos. From the Hero’s Journey to modern-day transformation, Allison shares how we can rewrite our persona...

From stuck to soaring 💫—Carrie Bradley’s story is a masterclass in what’s possible when you stop playing small with your money, mindset, and dreams. In this powerful episode, Kyra chats with Carrie, a self-made investor, single mom, and author of Dare to Desire, about the exact mindset shifts and money moves that helped her grow her net worth to over $700K through stocks, real estate, and venture...

This week on the Glow Up, Gyrl podcast, we're joined by Nic Nierras, founder of The Wholistic Lifestyle, who opens up about the journey from career success to soul alignment. By 28, Nic had checked off every professional milestone—but she still felt unfulfilled inside. After navigating a painful divorce and personal struggles, she discovered the power of Rapid Transformational Therapy (RTT), a met...

This week on the Glow Up, Gyrl podcast, we’re teeing up an empowering conversation with Mary Boecker—golfer, reader, podcast lover, cookie dough connoisseur, and Founder & CEO of Queen City Links Ladies. Mary shares her journey from golf newbie to league regular, and how she’s creating space for women to feel confident, connected, and seen on the golf course. We talk about building community, chas...

This week on the Glow Up, Gyrl podcast, we’re diving into the science of the subconscious with social psychologist and hypnotist Jennifer Fidder. Jennifer shares: How the subconscious mind influences daily decisions Why fear often holds us back (and how to break free from it) How to rewire your thoughts to create lasting change in your health, happiness, and success Whether you’ve felt stuck, self...

This week on the Glow Up, Gyrl podcast, we're joined by Betsy Pepine—best-selling author, speaker, and serial entrepreneur—for an empowering conversation about breaking free from the metaphorical boxes that limit our potential. Betsy is the founder and broker of Pepine Realty, a company that has repeatedly been named to the Inc. 5000 Fastest Growing Private Companies in the U.S., as well as Florid...

This week on the Glow Up, Gyrl podcast, we’re joined by former football player and Mappineering Mentor, John Diggs, for a powerful conversation about resilience, reinvention, and the power of mindset. After finding himself homeless and fractured following the 2008 mortgage crisis, John turned his pain into purpose by pioneering a unique form of mind mapping called Mappineering. Through this practi...