Say It Skillfully®

CHAPTERS 00:00 Introduction to Giselle's inspiring story 02:22 Giselle's early life and move to Los Angeles 06:24 Sudden hearing loss at age 9 11:54 Learning about cochlear implants 16:58 Adapting to hearing with cochlear implants 22:26 School experiences and accommodations 27:42 Discovering a passion for listening and helping others 37:47 Choosing a career in oncology social work 43:36 Handling c...

CHAPTERS 00:00 Introduction to Dr. Michael Bartozek and his background 03:46 The importance of supporting healthcare teams 04:07 Dr. Bartozek's journey in military medicine 06:00 Leadership and communication in healthcare settings 07:26 Balancing service, family, and personal growth 09:40 How to speak up with honesty and warmth 11:12 Using curiosity to navigate difficult conversations 12:40 The ro...

CHAPTERS  00:00 Welcome and introduction to Jamie Ramsden  02:37 Growing up in a family of professional musicians  05:54 Music, education, and lessons from Jamie’s parents  07:31 What sports taught Jamie about teamwork and discipline  08:43 Falling in love with France  09:51 An unconventional path into international business  12:18 Taking his first job in a forei...

In episode 233 (Our Voices #44) of the Say It Skillfully® podcast, Molly sits down with Thando Lamula—Chartered Tax Advisor, board chair, and Mrs. Africa—for a raw conversation about what it really takes to find and use your voice, even after outward success. Thando shares her extraordinary path: growing up on a sunflower farm in South Africa, navigating two faiths at once, and earning the nicknam...

In this episode of the Say It Skillfully® podcast, Molly sits down with Noel Moldvai—entrepreneur, CEO, and co-founder of Augment—for an inspiring conversation about resilience, emotional intelligence, and what it truly means to lead. Noel shares his journey from leaving Yugoslavia as a young boy to navigating life as a first-generation immigrant in Canada and California, learning English as his t...

In episode 230 of Say It Skillfully®, Molly welcomes back Sandy Ogg, CEO of Curve Sports and founder of CEO.works, for an inspiring conversation about baseball, leadership, and creating opportunity for others. Sandy shares how sports shaped his life from childhood through college, teaching lessons in teamwork, perspective, resilience, and character. He also reflects on how that lifelong connection...

In Episode 229 of the Say It Skillfully® podcast, Molly welcomes chemical engineer, researcher, and Cornell University professor Lynden Archer. A leader in the field of biomaterials and sustainable energy innovation, Lynden shares insights from his groundbreaking work developing environmentally responsible materials that could transform industries ranging from plastics to batteries. In this inspir...

In Episode 228 of the Say It Skillfully® podcast, Molly welcomes back storyteller, entrepreneur, and founder of Tell My Story, Jason Reid. After the tragic loss of his 14-year-old son Ryan to suicide in 2018, Jason transformed unimaginable grief into a mission to help families better understand youth mental health and create spaces where young people feel seen, valued, and supported. In this power...

What does it take to lead when the stakes are life-and-death, failure is inevitable, and doubt never fully disappears? In this episode of Say It Skillfully®, Molly sits down with Lieutenant Colonel Riel Erickson — one of Canada’s first female fighter pilots, senior Royal Canadian Air Force officer, instructor, and leadership mentor. Riel shares her extraordinary journey from farm life to the cockp...

In this episode of the Say It Skillfully Podcast, Molly sits down with Darcy Verhun — a rare kind of leader who builds companies by putting people first, not as a strategy, but as a way of being. From growing up between city life and the farm in Alberta, to becoming a management consultant for 25 years, to scaling a business to a $2B market cap, Darcy shares the values, habits, and leadership mind...

In this episode of Say It Skillfully®, host Molly Tschang engages in a deeply human, candid, and inspiring conversation with Ron Carucci — bestselling author, executive coach, and co-founder of Navalent. Together, they trace Ron’s extraordinary journey from a chaotic Long Island childhood to becoming one of the most trusted voices in leadership, organizational transformation, and personal growth....

In this episode of Say It Skillfully, host Molly engages in a profound conversation with Mini’imah Shaheed, an inspiring leader in education. They explore Mini’imah’s journey from her roots in East Oakland to her impactful work in founding a school based on love and community. The discussion delves into the challenges faced in the education system, the importance of resilience, and the vision for...

In this inspiring episode, Molly welcomes Jeff Greenwald — world-class coach, bestselling author, and founder of Fearless Tennis and Mental Edge Sports. Jeff shares his remarkable journey from rising junior player at the legendary IMG Academy to competing on the pro tour, and ultimately transforming setbacks into a career helping athletes master the mental side of performance.   00:00 – Intro: The...

In this inspiring episode of Say It Skillfully, host Molly Tschang sits down with Vicky Serany, founder and president of Southern Studio, to explore her unexpected path from architect to business owner. Vicky shares how her passion for design became a mission to create joyful spaces and build a company where people love to work. Through real-life lessons in entrepreneurship, leadership, and person...

In this inspiring episode of Say It Skillfully, Nat Ware—Rhodes Scholar, social entrepreneur, and founder of Forte and 180 Degrees Consulting—shares his journey from a modest upbringing in Sydney to building global systems that unlock human potential. Nat breaks down his revolutionary Forte model, which funds education and healthcare without cost to individuals or governments, by leveraging future...

Molly is joined by Dan Berger, an Israeli-American entrepreneur whose life experiences shaped his understanding of identity, belonging, and resilience. Dan shares his journey from being an orphan to creating spaces for connection through his ventures, including Social Tables and Assemble Hospitality. 00:00 Introduction to Dan's Journey 01:51 Trauma and Belonging: A Personal Narrative 06:10 Life in...

From military missions to life lessons, Steveo Bermudez brings the real talk in this week’s Say It Skillfully! His journey is one of resilience, leadership, and the power of showing up for others. Whether navigating deployments, balancing family, or owning mistakes, Steve-o shares the hard-earned wisdom that has shaped his success. You’ll laugh, reflect, and walk away with insights to level up in...

Molly is joined by Ayse Birsel, a renowned industrial designer, as they explore her unique journey from Izmir, Turkey, to becoming a leading figure in design. The conversation delves into her educational journey, the challenges of adapting to life in New York, and the significance of imagination and creativity in both design and personal growth. Show Notes 00:00 Introduction to Ayse and Her Journe...

In this episode of the Say It Skillfully Podcast, Molly has a conversation with Rachel Ziering, the Founding Executive Director of Muddy Paws Rescue. Rachel shares her journey from a musical upbringing to her passion for dog rescue, detailing her experiences and the challenges she faced while building her nonprofit organization. The conversation highlights the importance of following one's passion...

Trisha Cunningham, President and CEO of the North Texas Food Bank, joins Molly Tschang on the Say It Skillfully podcast to share her inspiring journey from corporate leadership to nonprofit work, emphasizing the importance of adaptability, self-discovery, and mission-driven leadership. Trisha discusses her early life challenges, the importance of education, and the pivotal moments that shaped her...

Ganesh Iyer, CEO of Etnyre International, joins Molly on the Say It Skillfully podcast to share his inspiring journey from a humble upbringing in India to navigating the corporate world and becoming a CEO. He discusses the importance of putting people first in business, the challenges of leadership, and the philosophy of optimizing profit while improving lives. Ganesh reflects on his experiences,...

Molly is joined on the Say It Skillfully Podcast by the design director for the elite sportswear company designing for the best athletes in the world, including the women's Olympic gymnastic team, Jeanne Diaz. One of the creative geniuses behind the stunning women's patriotic blinged out leotards from this year's Olympics, Jeanne joins the show to share her story, including how she chose to follow...

Since leading fashion designer Robby Geller moved to LA from Germany at a young age, he has never stopped learning. He discusses the array of learning curves he has faced throughout his personal and professional journey- whether that be at age five or 35, with language and even fashion. Most importantly, he emphasizes the need of active contribution to get things done. Hear about the not-so common...

Unexpected social media sensation David Lorimer joins Molly for this episode of the Say It Skillfully podcast and delves into the "behind-the-scenes" of his @today.iam.grateful Instagram page. David authentically shares his journey, from his childhood in Iowa and Kentucky through his adult life, telling tales of his career, relationships, and finding himself. He further tells us the duality betwee...

Total Leadership CEO, Stew Friedman, joins Molly on today’s episode of Say it Skillfully. Ranging from topics of favorite bands to leadership to the purpose of life. The enriching conversation spans from topics of favorite bands to leadership to the meaning of life. Stew exemplifies the idea the you don’t need to know where you are going to end up in the right place. Visit https://www.totalleaders...