Pass The Mic Podcast

The workplace is as diverse and dynamic as it's ever been, so how do women continue to create an environment that develops and inspires?  Hear from top women about how they've adjusted their leadership styles in the moment.  This episode features: Randi Stipes , Kathy Kline , Stephanie Starr , Sarah Ivey , Sarah Moore , and Neha Malik . The titles and associated companies for each individual featu...

Take a look back at your career; would you have been able to predict the journey? Odds are, you would not. Take a listen to women across the corporate world about their trajectories and what they've learned along the way.  This episode features: Jennifer Murillo , Randi Stipes , Joy Allen Altimare , Kathy Kline , Sarah Moore , and Neha Malik . The titles and associated companies for each individua...

Reject cruelty, stay human. There is a way to be vulnerable in the workplace—hear from female leaders about how they show compassion and lead with a human-first approach. This episode features: Hilary Batsel , Taji Zaminasli , Josy Amann , Abi Evans , Serena Anthony , Jacs Wyatt , and Jenna Fidelow .  The titles and associated companies for each individual featured in this episode were accurate at...

When was the last time you branched out and learned something completely new? Ignite your curiosity and hear from women leaders about the old adage: Never stop learning. This episode features: Amy Marino , Kathleen Saxton , DJ Perrera , Serena Anthony , Tiffany Warren , Jacs Wyatt , and Dani Mariano . The titles and associated companies for each individual featured in this episode were accurate at...

So much of what we learn, we learn by doing. These intangibles gleaned from our experiences help us become the workers, managers, and teammates we are today. Let's talk about the unwritten rules. This episode features: Hilary Batsel , Taji Zaminasli , Amy Marino , Lynn Branigan , Susan Schiekofer , and Abi Evans .  The titles and associated companies for each individual featured in this episode we...

Stop—wait a minute. When everyone is looking at you, it’s crucial to lead by example, and taking that one moment to think things through could make all the difference. Remember: Calm is contagious. This episode features: Dani Mariano , Hilary Batsel , Josy Amann , Kathleen Saxton , DJ Perrera , and Tiffany Warren .  The titles and associated companies for each individual featured in this episode w...

We've seen some progress with women entering the c-suite—increasing to 28% in the last eight years—but we have to do more. The way women lead is unique, and their perspectives are invaluable from the mail room up to the corner office.  This episode features: Kathleen Saxton , Serena Anthony , DJ Perrera , Abi Evans , Susan Schiekofer , Jacs Wyatt , and Jenna Fidelow . The titles and associated com...

Mic check! These ladies get it. They’re powerful all-stars, and they’re here to pass the mic. But you don’t need to be in the C-suite to help other women rise. Get ready to empower others.  This episode features: Robin Triplett , Precious L. Williams , Charlene Holmes , Teri Gallo , and Deepti Velury .  The titles and associated companies for each individual featured in this episode were accurate...

 Leah Meranus, CEO, North America, dentsu X. Leah started in consulting before reconnecting with her passion for marketing, learning how to jump into opportunities and pivot along the way. She works to converge her marketing ideas across different disciplines. This episode features: Leah Meranus .  The titles and associated companies for each individual featured in this episode were accurate at th...

Get hyped for actionable advice. Be you—in your comfort zone and out—let’s f*cking go! These quick hits of wisdom will get you pumped to take charge of your life. This episode features:   Tinx , Katy Hendricks , Jessica Brown , Shawna Guevara , Amelia Moore , Nancy Hall , Shelley Zalis , and Marissa Nance .  The titles and associated companies for each individual featured in this episode were accu...

We’re not robots or cogs in the machine. We have feelings, and that’s a good thing. Embracing emotion and having empathy—yes, in the workplace—makes everyone better. Learn how. This episode features: Samantha Jacobson , Jill Kelly , Allie Kallish , Leslie Miller , Jessica Brown , Meredith Brace , Shauna Alexander , Kathy Dixon , and Lukeisha Paul .  The titles and associated companies for each ind...

Because it’s less about where you are than who you’re with—and it all starts with good people. Learn the value of surrounding yourself with good people and putting your best self forward. This episode features: Shauna Alexander , Laurie Keith , Teri Gallo , Samantha Jacobson , Deepti Velury , Ashley Luongo , Allie Kallish , Natalie Bastian , and Janet Lee .  The titles and associated companies for...

Meet Marissa Nance, Founder and CEO from Native Tongue Communications. Her company is a first-to-market minority and women certified media agency, working through the lens of diversity to strengthen their media, marketing, DEAI, and content solutions. In her past holding agency life, she successfully generated innovative and original revenue streams via her ground-breaking branded entertainment wo...

The line is in the sand. The question is, what side will you be on? There will come a time, a day, a moment when you have to take a stand for yourself, for others, for us all. Take it from some brave, powerful women. This episode features: Shauna Alexander , Shreya Kushari , Allie Kallish , Catherine Sullivan , and Marissa Nance .  The titles and associated companies for each individual featured i...

They were told no. People said, “You can’t.” And they said, “Just watch me!” Make negativity work for you—let it fuel your drive and determination. Proving yourself right can take you to the top. This episode features: Ashley Luongo , Jasmin Foster , Precious L. Williams , Laura McElhinney , and Nancy Hall . The titles and associated companies for each individual featured in this episode were accu...

Save feeling comfy for couches and bathrobes. When it comes to professional success, you’re going to have to step—maybe even leap—out of your comfort zone. There may be some growing pains along the way, but as these awesome female leaders will tell you, the payoff is worth it. This episode features: Catherine Sullivan, Laura McElhinney ,   Leah Meranus , Latraviette D. Smith-Wilson , Carryl Pierre...

Maybe you can do it alone, but why would you want to? Forming mutually beneficial relationships will not only help you succeed in your career, but it will also provide opportunities to pass the mic. This episode features: Lukeisha Paul , Kimberly Wilson , Tai Wiggins , Mabel Frías , Meredith Brace , Katie Klumper , Shawna Guevara , and Allie Kallish . The titles and associated companies for each i...

We also collaborated with the wave-making women of Wavemaker to hold a panel event, featuring some amazing female leaders sharing captivating stories and inspiring advice. Wavemaker believes there is a better way to grow, which aligns well with our mission to inspire the next generation.  This episode features: Davida Arnold, Madison Bedard, Jenna Fidellow, Briana Finelli , and Caroline Tran. The...

If you’re feeling like Ross holding a couch in a hallway (a la Friends ), it’s time to PIVOT! It’s never too late to change course. Take it from these powerful women who found another way to go. This episode features: Kimberly Wilson , Janet Lee , Teri Gallo , Justine Benjamin , Latraviette D. Smith-Wilson , Laurie Keith , and Leah Meranus .  The titles and associated companies for each individual...

Life can really knock you on your ass. You have to get back up. Homelessness, an expiring Visa, lingering unemployment—you can overcome. Learn how these female leaders got up (to the top). This episode features: Jenna Berg , Katie Klumper , Carryl Pierre-Drews , and Precious L. Williams. The titles and associated companies for each individual featured in this episode were accurate at the time of i...

Don’t shy away from it. Feedback can be awkward and uncomfortable, but so is personal growth. Let constructive criticism and good advice nourish you. Not convinced? Here’s proof. This episode features: Jessica Brown , Kathy Dixon , Deepti Velury , and Jenna Berg.  The titles and associated companies for each individual featured in this episode were accurate at the time of interview and recording.

You can’t win them all. You’re going to fail. You’re going to make mistakes. But rather than focus on the loss, make it about taking the lesson. Here’s some advice from winning women on just that. This episode features: Mabel Frías, Tai Wiggins, Samantha Jacobson, Leslie Miller, Lukeisha Paul, Jenna Berg, Mindie Kaplan, and Hala Taha. The titles and associated companies for each individual feature...

Meet Maria Weaver, President of WMX at Warner Music Group. She strives to build culture and drive engagement for the artist services, commerce, content and media division. She has received the National Association for Multi-ethnicity in Communications Award of Excellence, the Council of Urban Professionals Catalyst Award, and multiple honors from The Telly Awards and the Cable & Telecommunications...

Check your ego at the door. Whether it’s in business or in life, you need more than talent to succeed. It takes hard work, relationships, and flexibility to make it—just take it from these C-level ladies. This episode features: Teri Gallo, Nancy Hall, Natalie Bastian, Meredith Brace, and Shreya Kushari. The titles and associated companies for each individual featured in this episode were accurate...

Female. Leader. Those words were made for each other because women don’t just belong in leadership, they kickass at it. We’re in charge and taking the lead. Become a better leader with some sage advice from the very top. This episode features: Latraviette D. Smith-Wilson, Tinx, Ashley Luongo, Leah Meranus, Marci Serbonich El-Deiry, Kathy Dixon, Leslie Miller, Lukeisha Paul. The titles and associat...