Going The Distance with Go Long: Making Your Life Unapologetically Awesome

In this episode of What She Taught Me by Go Long — the series' first mother-daughter conversation — Jill Consor Beck talks to Jenna Shaps, a recent Indiana University advertising grad about to move to New York City, and her mom Shane Shaps, who owns a social media engagement agency in Louisville. Shane traces her own boundary-setting straight back to watching her mother push herself into exha...

In this episode of What She Taught Me by Go Long, Jill Consor Beck talks to Shujaat Ahmad, a founder focused on helping people who are being left behind by AI. Shujaat's mother is a contradiction — relentless in service to others, but rigid and opinionated about fairness and gender roles — and by his own account, that paradox is what made him who he is: someone built for service, and someone now a...

In this episode of What She Taught Me by Go Long, Jill Consor Beck talks to Rebekah Bastian, CMO at mpathic and author of Blaze Your Own Trail: An Interactive Guide to Navigating Life with Confidence, Solidarity, and Compassion, who traces her creativity and "delusional optimism" straight back to her free-spirited, artist mother. Rebekah still brings that creative streak into her workday — she adm...

In this episode of What She Taught Me by Go Long, Jill Consor Beck talks to Shelby Tutty, a certified perimenopause coach and author of two Substacks — The Periprofessional and Women's Health 365. Shelby says the caution her mother carried from childhood trauma — a near-drowning, a serious car accident, a miscarriage — got imprinted onto her, and it shaped her into the kind of parent who can't jus...

In this episode of What She Taught Me by Go Long, Jill Consor Beck talks to Liz Ward, MS, RDN — a dietician and author of The Menopause Diet Plan. Liz credits her mother's insistence on balanced meals and family dinner — "if one egg is good, three eggs are better," a colorful plate on the table every night no matter her mother's work schedule — for shaping how she fed her own t...

In this episode of What She Taught Me by Go Long, Jill Consor Beck talks to Sonni Abatta, author of 'News for Normies', and host of the 'We Gotta Talk' podcast. Sonni credits her mother's gratitude, relentless work ethic, and growth mindset for shaping who she is today. On dinner breaks from her news anchor job, Sonni would rush home to nurse her baby to sleep before headi...

In this episode of What She Taught Me by Go Long, Jill Consor Beck talks to Kim Oser, founder of Game Plan Organizing, about how her mother's perfectionism shaped both her business and the way she copes with stress. She talks about how her mother's need for perfection turned into a business built leveraging the opposite mindset. Kim opens up about the shift that happened during COVID, when she wen...

In this episode of What She Taught Me by Go Long, Jill Consor Beck talks to Danielle Hughes about how her mother's discipline and go-getterness shaped her into the reliable one. Danielle opens up about watching her mom finish a degree over twelve years, working nights and days to put herself through school while carrying the emotional load of the house alone. She talks about what she's had...

In this episode of What She Taught Me by Go Long, Jill Consor Beck talks to Devin Fuller about how her mother shaped her into being a very empathetic person. Devin opens up about growing up in a house where dinner was sacred — cooked from scratch, every night, no phones, no TV — and how her mother carried that full load without ever asking for help. She talks about what she's had to unlearn as...

In this episode of What She Taught Me by Go Long, Jill Consor Beck talks to Dita Guth about how her mother's emotional absence shaped her into becoming a nurturer. Dita opens up about growing up the only child of a socialite mother who could recite the difference between a shrimp fork and a dinner fork but couldn't show up emotionally. Dita talks about what she chose to consciously unlearn...

In this episode of What She Taught Me with Jill Consor Beck of Go Long, we meet Ronna Belinky — founder of Workflows by Ronna. Her mother taught her kindness, compassion, and non-judgment — mostly by example — so subtly that Ronna never noticed it happening in real time, only recognizing it as a pattern in hindsight. That inheritance shows up now as "showing up": for her kids' games...

What did your mom teach you — and how did it shape the parent, professional, and person you became? In this debut episode of What She Taught Me, Jill sits down with her sister Lisa Consor Behar to reflect on the lessons passed down by their mother, Yvette. From her instinct to protect to the small habits that stuck — like writing thank-you notes and keeping your voice down — they trace how those e...

On this episode, Jill chats with Suzanne Scheer, a long-term care specialist based in the Washington DC area. Suzanne shares her personal journey and expert insights on long-term care insurance, covering what it is, how it works, and why it's crucial for everyone to consider. Jill and Suzanne demystify the complexities of long-term care planning, helping listeners make informed decisions to pr...

In this episode of Going the Distance, Jill has a chat with Eric Blake, founder of Blake Wealth Management and host of the Simply Retirement Podcast. Eric, who specializes in financial advice for women 55+, shares insight for women looking to maximize social security benefits as he and Jill dispel some myths about the current financial system for retirement in the United States. This episode does...

In this episode of Going the Distance, Jill consults with past-guest Ariana Carps about a conundrum - what does she do with the unworn pair of white jeans she bought in 2020? Keep? Donate? Replace? This leads Jill to wonder how this type of closet clutter relates to other aspects of our lives, asking how we reconcile with the relics of our past that influence our daily lives. Go Long is a coaching...

In this episode, Jill has a discussion with Heather Redisch ( Founder, Adulting 101 ) and Denise Novosel ( VP of Talent Acquisition, Fanatics ) with a live online audience, recorded on February 5, 2026. Together, they discuss the challenges Gen Z is facing when it comes to making their first career moves and offer tips on how to make the transition more manageable. Questions were provided to Jill...

In this episode, host Jill Consor Beck and certified coach Nicole Lenzen explore the journey of transitioning from corporate life to coaching, the impact of autoimmune diseases on personal and professional choices, and the challenges of being a solo parent. They discuss the importance of self-care, the complexities of identity, and the need for support systems in navigating career transitions. Tog...

In this episode of Going the Distance, host Jill Consor Beck speaks with divorce coach Karen Covy about the complexities of divorce, the importance of understanding one's needs, and the emotional and practical considerations involved in the process. Karen shares her journey from lawyer to divorce coach, emphasizing the need for education and support during such a significant life transition. T...

In this episode, Jill and Kristen Berman explore the intricacies of behavioral science and its application in coaching and organizational settings. Kristen, a behavioral scientist and co-founder of Irrational Labs, discusses how understanding decision-making and motivation can lead to effective behavior change. They dive deep into the importance of accountability, the role of extrinsic motivation,...

In this episode, Jill interviews Dr. Karin Moore, who shares her journey from engineering to a successful career in software and her transition to academia. They discuss the systemic barriers women face in STEM fields, the importance of financial independence, and the need for self-care and support in the workplace. Dr. Moore emphasizes the significance of addressing gender bias early in education...

In this episode of Going the Distance, Jill interviews Heather Redisch, an adulting coach (yes, that's a real thing) with over 25 years of experience in HR/talent management. They discuss the challenges young adults face today, particularly in terms of confidence, communication skills, and financial literacy. Heather shares insights on how technology has impacted the development of these skill...

On this episode of Going to Distance, Jill Beck interviews Tami Reiss, founder of the Leader Within. They discuss the importance of influence in leadership, especially for women over 40, and how to build that influence in a virtual work environment. Tami shares her MAP framework for influence, the significance of executive presence, and the difference between delegating and deputizing tasks. They...

Recorded live on October 15, 2025, this live episode of Going the Distance welcomes Dr. Emily Jacobs, a neuroscientist and director of the Ann S. Bowers Women's Brain Health Initiative. Dr. Jacobs and Jill discuss the historical neglect of women's health in biomedical research, the importance of basic science, and the critical need for more investment in women's health issues, particul...

In this episode of Going the Distance with Go Long, Jill Beck and Megan McNally discuss the intricacies of angel investing, particularly focusing on women's roles in this space. Megan shares her journey from environmental law to becoming an angel investor and the challenges women face in the startup ecosystem. They explore the risks and rewards of angel investing, the importance of community s...

In this episode, Jill Beck and Nadia Ahrens explore the complexities of grief, accountability, and emotional wellness. Nadia shares her personal journey through the loss of her son and how it transformed her perspective on life and relationships. They discuss the importance of allowing oneself to grieve, the necessity of support systems, and the various forms of grief, including ambiguous grief fr...