She Talks Confidence Podcast

Finding the courage to begin again can feel overwhelming, especially after divorce, empty nesting, a career break, or a major life transition. In this episode of the She Talks Confidence Podcast, the conversation focused on rebuilding confidence when the life you once knew no longer fits. Beginning again doesn’t mean starting from nothing. It means recognizing how much you’ve changed, honoring the...

How can women succeed in business without changing who they are? In this episode of the She Talks Confidence Podcast, my conversation with business owner, Kelly Stanaway , explores the fine line between fitting into a professional environment and staying true to yourself. The discussion focuses on confidence for women in business, workplace expectations, male-dominated industries, authenticity, im...

Why do high-performing women still feel like they have to prove they’re good enough? In this episode of the She Talks Confidence Podcast, Coach and Author, Kay Tear and Tony explore how imposter syndrome, perfectionism, workplace pressure, and burnout can keep women caught in a cycle of seeking approval. The discussion challenges the idea that imposter syndrome is simply a confidence problem and e...

Welcome to the She Talks Confidence Podcast, where Tony explores confidence, self-love, imposter syndrome, and personal growth with women who are finding their voice and creating meaningful change. In this episode, Tony talks with Shateryn Lampkin, Miss Black Royal International, about overcoming imposter syndrome, building self-confidence, and owning your own story. At just 22, Shateryn shares ho...

In this episode of the She Talks Confidence Podcast, Tony speaks with therapist Allison Brenner about self-awareness, confidence, feedback, hidden strengths, blind spots, and the gap between our intentions and our impact. Allison explains how her Interview system helps people compare their self-perception with anonymous feedback from the people who experience them in different areas of life. The s...

What if the voice in your head could help you move through fear instead of keeping you small? In this episode of the She Talks Confidence Podcast, Tony talks with Sarah Jakle, a trauma-informed women’s leadership educator, about how to train your inner best friend and quiet the inner critic. Sarah explains how the amygdala can interpret unfamiliar opportunities, leadership roles, and professional...

Why do women still feel stuck after therapy, coaching, journaling, mantras, self-help books, and years of personal growth work? In this episode of the She Talks Confidence Podcast, Tony speaks with Christine Agro, founder of Intrinsic Energy Institute and creator of Patriarchal Encodement. Together, they explore the hidden conditioning beneath self-doubt, over-giving, difficulty setting boundaries...

Picking up the pieces after losing someone can change your identity, confidence, relationships, and vision for the future. In this episode of the She Talks Confidence Podcast, Tony speaks with certified grief coach and author Aimee Suyko about losing both of her parents and learning how to move forward while continuing to carry grief. Through honest stories about caregiving, depression, anxiety, i...

In this episode of the She Talks Confidence Podcast, Tony talks with author and caregiver Rachel Schneider about grief, caregiving, confidence, and leading a family through devastating illness without pretending everything is normal. After Rachel Schneider’s husband, John, was diagnosed with ALS, she had to navigate caregiving, parenting, leadership, faith, and profound loss. She shares why women...

Recalibrating Your Life Around What Truly Matters What if burnout isn’t only about having too much to do? What if it’s also a sign that your life has drifted away from what truly matters to you? In this episode of the She Talks Confidence Podcast, Tony speaks with Dr. Judith Wright, who has spent decades helping high-achieving women move beyond external success and reconnect with inner fulfillment...

In this episode, "Advice for Women in Male-Dominated Professions", host Tony Dufresne, PhD sits down with renowned criminal trial attorney Nicole Knox. As a leader in the legal industry and former president of the Dallas Women Lawyers Association, Nicole Knox offers candid insights and practical steps for overcoming obstacles that women face in environments where men hold the majority of...

In this episode, “From Skin Struggles to Self-Acceptance,” host Tony Dufresne, PhD sits down with Michelle Doan, founder of Emani Vegan Cosmetics. Together, they dive deep into Michelle’s inspiring journey, from surviving a Vietnamese refugee camp and battling cystic acne, to building a global beauty brand and redefining what real confidence means for women, especially as they navigate life’s chan...

Welcome to the She Talks Confidence Podcast, where we dive deep into the real challenges and triumphs that shape women’s confidence at work, in relationships, and in life. In today’s powerful episode, host Tony Dufresne, PhD, sits down with international speaker, author of "How to Be a Badass," and creator of the Unbrickable program—Nikki Langman. Nikki unpacks her journey from corporate...

In this inspiring episode, host Tony Dufresne, PhD is joined by Leanne Sheargold, a leading quantum healer and trauma specialist who empowers women to break free from the cycles of people-pleasing, self-doubt, and hidden trauma. Leanne opens up about her own life-changing journey of overcoming chronic people-pleasing, culminating in a dramatic health crisis that forced her to put herself first and...

Welcome to the She Talks Confidence Podcast! Are you tired of feeling like your entire identity is wrapped up in your career? Do you struggle with the constant pressure to please others, or find yourself asking, "What will people say?" In this episode, host Tony Dufresne, PhD sits down with financial professional, author, and women's advocate Urmi Hossain to dismantle the corporate...

Do you feel like your home and kitchen are just another set of tasks on your to-do list? For many high-achieving women, the kitchen has become a battleground of diet culture, perfectionism, and stress. In this episode of the She Talks Confidence Podcast, host Tony Dufresne, PhD sits down with real estate brokerage owner and cookbook author Lisa Parda to discuss how she reclaimed her identity and f...

Reclaiming Your Identity: How to Silence Quiet Friction & Trust Yourself with Melanie Shires | She Talks Confidence Podcast Do you have the success, the career, and the accolades, but still feel an underlying sense of dissatisfaction? You aren't alone. In this episode of the She Talks Confidence Podcast, host Tony Dufresne, PhD sits down with Inner Authority Architect Melanie Shires to un...

How to Build Real Confidence: Why "Success" Isn’t Enough with Sensi Graves | She Talks Confidence Podcast Do you have the success, the career, and the achievements, but still feel an empty disconnect inside? You are not alone. In this episode of the She Talks Confidence Podcast, host Tony Dufresne, PhD sits down with entrepreneur, coach, and former professional kiteboarder Sensi Graves t...

Welcome to the She Talks Confidence Podcast. Today we are doing a Reality Audit on the ultimate 'Self-Improvement' journey. How do you go from being a broke immigrant selling shoes on Madison Avenue to owning a multimillion-dollar beauty empire? You start by recognizing that it is "Too costly to be insecure." In this powerful episode, I sit down with Jane Harris, the founder of...

Engineering Confidence for Women | Lessons from a Female Design Engineer | Overcoming Imposter Syndrome & Work Bias Discover how women in STEM can engineer confidence, tackle imposter syndrome, and overcome gender bias in the workplace. Welcome to the She Talks Confidence Podcast, where powerful women share their journeys to authentic self-belief. In this episode, "Engineering Your Confid...

In this episode titled "Rewriting Your Path," host Tony Dufresne, PhD sits down with author, strategist, and national security leader Ashley Davis, whose acclaimed new book The Power of Pivot: Grit, Grace, and Growth empowers women to embrace change with confidence. Ashley shares her remarkable journey from her pivotal role in the White House during 9/11 to conquering imposter syndrome a...

In today’s episode, “How to Eliminate Self-Care Guilt,” host Tony Dufresne, PhD sits down with Nuttha Goutier, CEO and founder of Sabai Thai Spa. In this honest and inspiring conversation, Nuttha Goutier shares her journey from rural Thailand to successful entrepreneur, uncovering the cultural roots of our self-care guilt and, more importantly, how to let it go. If you’ve ever felt selfish for tak...

Welcome to the She Talks Confidence Podcast, where we amplify women's voices and navigate the very real challenges of identity, self-worth, and reinvention. Today’s episode: “Rediscovering Yourself After Loss” Host Tony Dufresne, PhD welcomes special guest Christina Rumbley, reinvention expert and C-suite wellness leader, for a raw and honest conversation about what happens when life turns up...

Welcome to the She Talks Confidence Podcast, where we help you Lead With Strength—no matter what life throws your way. In today’s powerful episode, host Tony Dufresne, PhD welcomes back the insightful Jeanine Tripodi, the renowned Divorce Composure Coach and emotional reactivity consultant. Together, they dig deep into what it really means for women to lead at work, at home, and in the most challe...

Welcome to the She Talks Confidence Podcast, where we dive deep into breakthrough moments and insider strategies for building next-level self-belief, no matter what life throws your way. In this episode, “Next-Level Self-Belief,” host Tony Dufresne, PhD sits down with bestselling author, executive coach, and mindset innovator Sarah Centrella. Sarah intimately shares how a single, life-shattering m...