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Creating real-world impact through virtual spaces is the innovative work of S. Lynell, a visionary dedicated to empowering women through community and mental wellness. In this episode, S. Lynell shares her personal journey of resilience, moving from the constraints of a strict upbringing to founding the S. Lynell Group and The Aeslehc Rose Foundation . She discusses how she uniquely leverages the...

The medical world is a high-stakes environment centered on saving lives 24/7, and this is the biggest reason why most practitioners experience burnout. Despite the overwhelming expectations to deliver impeccable work at all times, you must never forget to put yourself first. Dr. Sylvia Morris and Dr. Angela Walker sit down with Dr. Erica Howe , a board-certified internist, hospitalist, and founder...

In the heart of Pensacola, Florida, one woman is redefining the intersection of healthcare and community support through Serenity Life Services. Dr. Rho Moore , a dedicated physical therapist, registered nurse, and non-profit founder, shares her journey of turning early life challenges into a powerful mission of service. In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Rho Moore to discuss the vital importan...

CPA and MBA-holder Rachel Strittmatter could have made millions if she had remained in the corporate world. However, she ditched these money-making opportunities in favor of making a real difference through the non-profit sector. Joining Dr. Sylvia Morris and Dr. Angela Walker, she looks back on the journey that led to her current role as VP of Finance at The Jane Goodall Institute , where she ove...

Kelsey Albro Itameri went through a winding road before becoming a full-fledged wine maker. As an overachiever, she worked in politics, reality TV, and the food and beverage industry. But by trusting the process and believing in her skills, she found her way back to her family’s land and built a brand from the ground up, Ita Wines . She joins Dr. Sylvia Morris and Dr. Angela Walker to share her st...

When a crisis strips away your identity, how do you find the courage to rebuild? For Sonya Keshwani , founder of the globally recognized label Style Esteem Wardrobe , fashion became her medicine. At 29, amidst chemotherapy and facing the profound challenges of hair loss, she turned a personal need for beautiful, intentional headpieces into a worldwide movement. In this powerful Boss Leap conversat...

For over a decade, Dominique Narciso Kim navigated life as a "trailing spouse" across six countries—Costa Rica, Venezuela, Indonesia, Peru, South Korea, and Australia. In the process, she faced unemployment, isolation, and a profound loss of her own identity. Instead of letting those challenges define her, Dominique made a powerful choice: she shifted her mindset, changed her actions, and rebuilt...

In a healthcare landscape often clouded by misinformation, Dr. Gamilah Pierre is a beacon of clarity and empowerment. Known as "The Fibroid Fixer," she is a board-certified OBGYN and minimally invasive surgeon on a mission to transform how women understand and treat fibroids. By blending advanced robotic surgery with a dedication to patient education, Dr. Pierre is dismantling the period rituals a...

When Dr. Kelly Kimball opened Agape Family Chiropractic in the heart of Washington D.C. during the 2020 pandemic, many might have called it a leap of faith. Yet, she walked away with five consecutive Best Chiropractor titles. How did she do it? In this episode of Boss Leap, Dr. Kimball shares her incredible journey from a childhood of medical frustration to becoming a champion of Personalized Chir...

Silence is not a sign of surrender or weakness. Amid the busyness and the rapid pace of everyday life, taking a pause is extremely necessary. Dr. Sylvia Morris and Dr. Angela Walker are joined by a returning guest: Dr. Rhonda Mattox , a board-certified psychiatrist, coach, and author of Take 5! Pathway to Peace . Standing at the intersection of mental health, media, policy, and faith, Dr. Rhonda e...

What happens when a lifetime of experience—from growing up in Los Angeles to rigorous academic training in psychology, and deep personal experience as a caregiver—converges with a singular purpose? For Yolanda Wrigh t, the answer is Focus One College , an organization changing the trajectory of young people's lives. With a stunning 90% success rate of students receiving acceptance into one of thei...

Networking is transactional. Community is transformational. In this episode, we unpack the difference — and share exactly what we experienced at the Georgetown University Women's Forum 2025 that reminded us why the right room can change everything. We're sharing our honest takeaways from the Georgetown University Women's Forum 2025, the mindset shift that separates networking from true community....

When disruption hits, are you ready? Meet Raven Lake, a corporate powerhouse, successful entrepreneur, law student, wife, and mother of four who doesn't just manage chaos—she engineers her life and career to withstand it. As a Business Resiliency Advisor, Raven helps major organizations prepare for the unexpected, a skill she applies to every facet of her own demanding life, from her baking busine...

True wellness is a lifelong evolution, moving far beyond physical fitness and into the realms of mental, spiritual, and emotional peace. In this transparent check-in, Dr. Sylvia Morris and Dr. Angela Walker pull back the curtain on their own wellness journeys, from the sleep-deprived survival tactics of residency to the intentional "fullness" of their lives today. Together, they discuss the power...

In a world where conformity often reigns, Samantha Dorisca , a dynamic journalist and photographer for AfroTech, is building her career on authentic storytelling and a deep commitment to amplifying underrepresented voices. In this candid interview, she shares her journey from pre-law uncertainty to embracing her calling as a creative, the unexpected "boss leap" moment that changed her trajectory,...

Tired of being your industry’s best-kept secret? In this episode, we sit down with KJ Blattenbauer , PR powerhouse, brand strategist, and author of Pitchworthy , who reveals the playbook for founders and experts ready to stop flying under the radar. With nearly 30 years in the game, working with titans like Lifetime Fitness and Iron Man, KJ proves that visibility isn't about doing more—it's about...

A healthy relationship with your money begins not in your wallet or spreadsheets, but deep inside your head. Dr. Sylvia Morris and Dr. Angela Walker chat with Susan Nicholas, MD, MBA , TEDx speaker and author, to discuss how to nurture your money consciousness. Delving into the emotional and psychological dimensions of money, they talk about healing generational money wounds, the direct impact of...

If you do not dare to be bold, you cannot achieve your dreams and secure long-lasting success. Dr. Sylvia Morris and Dr. Angela Walker sit down with Carlista Conde , whose boldness shaped her work as a true global innovator. She shares how her experiences as an ex-pat honed her multicultural fluency and plays a key role in her current work as R&I Worldwide Leader for Hair Care at L'Oréal. Carl...

Despite the many challenges and the seemingly endless uncertainties in life, one cannot run out of things to be grateful for. Dr. Sylvia Morris and Dr. Angela Walker look back on the past year to explore different moments of gratitude, not just the big wins but also the most trivial successes. Together, they discuss what they are most thankful for in their toughest moments, what they have chosen t...

It’s a new year, and Season Two feels like a fresh page. Dr. Sylvia Morris and Dr. Angela Walker sit down to reflect, reset, and share what they’re carrying forward—and what they’re letting go of—as they step into 2026. They talk about alignment, luminous living, learning when to say yes and when to pause, and how to expand without losing yourself along the way. Full of honesty, warmth, and intent...

We continue to highlight the most unforgettable conversations from the Boss Leap Podcast, looking back on extraordinary women who have taken their own big and bold boss leap.  Hear from Chelsé “Storm” Lilly ( Episode 43 ), who looks back to her origin story; Dr. Dawn Mandeville ( Episode 17 ), who reminds us about the importance of celebrating ourselves; Felicia Fair ( Episode 13 ), who share...

This Best Of Boss Leap episode pulls together four unforgettable conversations from Episodes 38, 40, 42, and 49—each featuring a woman who made a bold leap and never looked back. You’ll hear from Candi Carter (Episode 49), an entrepreneur building a shopping platform that amplifies women-, BIPOC-, and military-owned businesses; Sheia Grant Gibbs (Episode 42), an author whose memoir blends practica...

Setting boundaries is your guardrail to an emotionally healthy life—it’s time to stop pouring from an empty cup and embrace your "soft life." In this second part of the Healthy Giving series, we welcome back Dr. Rhonda Mattox , a trusted advisor and go-to strategist. Drawing on her expertise as a psychiatrist and policy adviser in the U.S. House of Representatives, Dr. Mattox offers sage advice on...

If you’ve ever felt stretched thin between career, family, and your own unmet needs, this discussion on healthy giving is your next breath. Nationally respected psychiatrist and policy strategist Dr. Rhonda Mattox joins us to peel back the layers of the "sandwich generation squeeze" and the "invisible emotional labor" carried by doctors, caregivers, mothers, and daughters. They get real about the...

Forget quick fixes—building generational wealth requires a deep dive into your personal "why." Powerhouse CPA and Wealth Strategist Catrina M. Craft joins the show to share her personal journey from corporate constraints to financial freedom, stressing that true wealth creation begins with this deep-seated purpose. She then reveals her practical blueprint for transforming tax burdens into proactiv...