And She Spoke

Most of us have been in debt at some point in our lives.  Student loans, home loans, car loans, business loans - debt seems like a normal part of the 21st Century life.  Despite that, debt is still associated with shame.  We’ve been socialized to believe that our debt is something we need to be ashamed of, that there’s something inherently wrong with us if we have to pay off loans.  Which means we...

This week’s guest is a powerhouse with a mohawk - and so much more! She’s all about owning your creativity, stepping away from the stereotype, and above all else, being true to your authentic self. Sadie Nardini is an absolute force. She’s the founder of Core Strength Vinyasa (CSV) Yoga and The Yoga Shred, both of which have brought big, beautiful changes to the contemporary yoga game. She was one...

It isn’t often that we come across an article that’s eye-opening, mind-blowing, and has us agreeing with every single word. But, that’s exactly what happened earlier this year.  Back in February, we discovered an amazing article on Medium titled ‘ Underrepresented Founders are Merely Collateral Damage ’.  After spending 13 minutes reading it (with our jaws hanging open), we immediately reached out...

A silly chat about overalls sparked an important discussion between Jeni and Sandy on the trap of “people pleasing” in work and life.  Women are conditioned to value the thoughts and opinions of others above their own, and this can have negative implications for their happiness, their business’s success, and their willingness to take risks, build wealth, and take on meaningful work. The hosts know...

On today’s show, we have the pleasure of welcoming the woman who pioneered the field of self-compassion research over 20 years ago. Kristin Neff is an associate professor in the University of Texas at Austin’s Department of Educational Psychology. Kristin explains how gender role socialization has led women to be self-sacrificing and men to suppress their tenderness, Kristin shares how it can bene...

As we are all aware, there is a vast lack of diversity in the tech industry. Today’s guest, Melinda Briana Eppler, is trying to change this through her company Change Catalyst. Melinda started her career as an award-winning documentary filmmaker with a passion for social change. She is now channeling her passion into solving the diversity issue in tech (and tech-adjacent fields) through her work a...

Selfish. It's a powerful word and a label that many women fear when we focus on our business success or self-care. But why is that? With her new book, "Selfish," Naketa Thigpen wants to challenge that, "change the conversation, and redefine the terms used to make so many women play small." Naketa is considered the number one balance and relationship advisor globally, a licensed clinical social wor...

Does building wealth simply equate to frugal decision-making? Will foregoing that Starbucks latte really allow you to fully fund your retirement account? What began as an exasperated conversation about the rife scarcity mindset among those of us socialized as women, evolved into a conversation about the history of female oppression and how women are taught to save and shrink, while men are taught...

In this episode, we’re delighted to be interviewing the phenomenal Martha Beck. For those of you who do not know Dr. Martha Beck, she is a New York Times bestselling author, a speaker, and a life coach, with an infectious humor. She holds three Harvard degrees in social science, and Oprah Winfrey once called her the smartest woman she knows. Martha is passionate and engaging, and she is well known...

On today’s episode, we get together with Veneé McGee to talk about her non-profit, Ebb and Flow Collective, a safe social wellness community whose mission focuses on inclusivity and accessibility for women and non-binary folks searching for spiritual empowerment. Veneé is a true visionary thought leader in the areas of spirituality, holistic wellness, and mindset.  Veneé shares her difficult upbri...

What’s in a name? Actually, everything. It’s been a while since you’ve heard just us by ourselves, and this episode is deeply personal to us – we have a big announcement! We talk about the complexities of deciding a new name and what brought us here. The dizzying ten months navigating trademarks and words, and the sweet relief of making a decision! Plus, the joy of seeing our clients embracing wor...

Known to many as the "next-generation feminist leader,” today we had the privilege of speaking to Jamia Wilson. When Jamia was a child and she felt defeated, her mother would ask her what she could do to “step into her power.” By heeding this advice and sharing her mother’s passion for civil rights, Jamia has become renowned as an activist, feminist, storyteller, media maker, and natural-born thou...

The event of the COVID-19 pandemic has drastically changed the way in which many of us interact with each other, including finding a sense of belonging in our communities. Many people are feeling isolated, lonely, and depressed. Today’s guest is Emilia van Hauen, a Cultural Sociologist, Author, Marketing Expert, and International Keynote Speaker on modern ways of life and social trends. During our...

Speaking up is a superpower, and more women need to be heard. At least that is what today’s guest, Elizabeth Lesser believes.  Elizabeth is a bestselling author and the CoFounder of Omega Institute, the renowned conference and retreat center located in Rhinebeck, New York.  Her latest book, “Cassandra Speaks: When Women Are the Storytellers, the Human Story Changes,” reveals how humanity has outgr...

In today’s episode, you’ll hear from Naomi Clark, who is a Feminist Financial Consultant and Coach. Naomi partners with women to help them thrive financially by creating cashflow strategies that support their values and lifetime goals. What stands out about this conversation is Naomi’s belief that the major reasons women struggle with making confident financial decisions are the patriarchy and deb...

Officially one year into the coronavirus pandemic, we are reflecting on how it has impacted our personal lives and the business we are building.  Tuning in, you’ll find out how our team has grown and the challenges of scaling during a pandemic, what we have learned about navigating change, and what we are looking forward to in 2021.  We also share our approach to growing our business ethically and...

Today’s guest is South African mountaineer Cathy O’Dowd, the first woman to climb Mount Everest from both sides.  Her many Himalayan expeditions have provided her with extensive experience with individuals and teams, facing stress, risk, and overwhelming challenge.  Pre-COVID, she shared insights with corporate audiences all over the world through story-driven expedition case studies.  Post-COVID,...

Many of us spend what felt like a lifetime on Zoom meetings, and perhaps you struggled to find your voice in this virtual space. This is completely normal because the rules of engagement are entirely different online than they are in the real world.  Today's guests are Casey Erin Clark and Julie Fogh, the Founders of Vital Voice Training, a voice, and communication company that recognizes that you...

Those suffering from chronic conditions deserve normalcy, advocacy, and empowerment! We had an illuminating conversation on this episode of "And She Spoke" with Nitika Chopra, the founder of Chronicon, a media and events company dedicated to elevating those who live with chronic illness.  There are so many misunderstandings around chronic health conditions. Through her journey with psoriasis and p...

Described as endlessly optimistic, Nancy Giordano is a strategic futurist, global keynote speaker, corporate strategist, and gatherer, with a drive to help enterprise organizations and visionary leaders transform to meet the escalating expectations ahead. Recognized as one of the top female futurists, Nancy is the co-founder of the Femme Futurists Society. Concerned about applying an outdated, ind...

Reimagining our relationship with money takes feeling WORTHY about ourselves, first. Out of all the core limiting beliefs we face as wellness professionals and entrepreneurs, the relationship we have around money and success can be a BIG one… ...And yet, when our lives feel upended by burnout and overwhelm, it can be hard to capture that worth, and our health can suffer as a result. It takes a BOL...

Overcoming doubt (and the doubters) in our lives is difficult but necessary if we want to succeed. When those conversations around what it takes to boldly push through difficulties are shrouded in mystery --  we can end up stopping our ambitions before they even start. But through the power of telling OUR stories, we can find strength in one another and empower people to reconsider their doubts. B...

So many women have a fraught relationship with their body… but there IS a way back! Rebuilding that trust takes time and a unique guide to unpack the internalized beliefs that place us at war with ourselves and fighting the perceptions generated from the beauty industry and broader culture. Even in an era of “self-care,” an important question lingers: Are we just buying into the same false story o...

How can we find the sacred in our own lives and rise as leaders in a community… even as the pillars we once used seem to shift all around us? Perhaps the answer is within ourselves. Joyful belonging – of living lives of greater connection, meaning, and depth – takes dedication and a new way of thinking around the spaces we create in our lives. But it is possible to create new sacred texts and spir...

Women getting a seat at the table takes ALL of us working together! Smashing through those barriers asks us to honestly address the systemic problems that have led us to where we are today. That means starting from the bottom up, and considering the best ways can help enhance the full diversity of female voices within the business world that are ready to be heard. And surprisingly, what needs to c...