Clearly Connected

Even in 2022, misogyny STILL exists. This topic sparks extra passion in me because I witness women every day who feel stuck, afraid, and unable to speak out against the injustice they experience. And once you see it, you can’t UNSEE it. In my latest podcast episode, I’m joined by powerhouse Diana Merriam of the Econome Conference to have a fiery discussion about misogyny and the patriarchal belief...

There’s a type of woman best described as a Queen… And you likely know at least a few of them. A Queen is a woman who can walk into any space, whether it’s a meeting room or a ballroom… And own it. Her presence inspires respect. Her conviction shapes the world around her. And her very existence shatters the ridiculous notion that a woman shouldn’t speak up. Or be too loud. Or that she should pleas...

Please yourself?  Well, that sounds a little selfish, doesn't it?! Selfish in the best sense of the word.  This conversation is for those who struggle to prioritize their needs above others and may not know how to shift their default mode to one where they know how to put your oxygen mask on first. In this episode, I'm joined by life coach Leslie Brooks to discuss ways to bring pleasure...

Are you a woman who wishes she had more money? Ever wonder why the gender pay gap is the way it is? In this episode, I get the chance to interview inspirational entrepreneur, Jessica Johnson, founder of the 6-figure writing agency, Buzzworthy Content.  She and I discuss the cultural reasons why women have been financially under-resourced and ways we can empower each other to start creating th...

Ever stop to think - whose thoughts are you REALLY thinking? It turns out, there’s a very real hidden cost of conformity. In this episode, I’m joined by Bethany Myers to talk about the importance of becoming a critical thinker and how we can teach our kids to be free thinkers and autonomous agents. She shares her story of what it was like to let go of handed-down beliefs and how she started boldly...

If you are on the edge of a decision, afraid to go all in, then you won’t want to miss this episode. I'm honored to have the chance to chat with world expedition leader, Marieke Egan, about what it’s like to live a bold existence. She leads an extraordinary life of risk and reward, taking leaps of faith and achieving all the gold for stepping into the unknown. Marieke has become a leader in her in...

This podcast episode will be for some, but not for others. It’s a conversation for those who are ready to leave - or have already left - a faith system that no longer fits them. It’s for anyone who doesn’t feel the freedom to ask bigger questions in the midst of their tribe or community. It might be for those who feel limited or stuck in their current situation. It’s for those who feel called to l...

Want to know a way to reduce division, bridge gaps between political parties, and resolve conflict in your relationships? Get curious. Curiosity involves asking questions while staying humble. It creates the opportunity to become aware of others and expand our minds about what we believe. There is tremendous power in approaching someone with the desire to learn and understand. I believe it can end...

Gender is a hot topic these days. There’s a lot of shifting with gender as new language and words to describe how a person identifies oneself expands every day.  Non-binary, transgender, cisgender, agender… For a culture that’s used to thinking in binary terms - black and white, male and female, this or that - it can feel confusing as the way we’ve previously understood something is shaken up...

Are you familiar with the best-selling book "The Top 5 Regrets of the Dying?" The Top 3 were: "I wish I hadn't worked so hard." "I wish I had stayed in touch with my friends." "I wish I had let myself be happier." In America, there’s a productivity imperative that’s always nagging us to work work work and “make something of ourselves.” But dying people rarely look back at their lives and wish...

How often do you put yourself out there in your relationships? Kinda scary, right? It turns out that vulnerability is a mark of a true leader, both in personal and professional spaces.  It requires a certain kind of bravery to be the one to initiate that first step. But it also creates the potential to break down barriers and psuedo-images while connecting us to each other's humanity. In this...

When you hear the word SELFISH, what does it spark in you? Is it indulgence? Excess? Overconsumption? Many people in our culture have come to associate the word with a negative understanding, likely stemming from our puritanical roots. But what if there’s another way to look at it where we start by prioritizing ourselves - not from a place of fear or greed - but from one where we satisfy our needs...

Have you ever lied before? (This isn’t a trick question…) Every one of us has likely lied, (guilty! 🙋) and chances are high that we were punished if we got caught. But how often do we stop and ask WHY a person is lying? This is my first solo podcast where I focus on telling the TRUTH. I dig into what it means to live with integrity, the reasons we lie, unpacking shame, and the importance of being...

Are you ready for a new approach to education? Many people are hungry for something other than a one-size-fits-all model of teaching.  One that supports each child’s unique intelligence and drive for curiosity.  A model that offers an environment where exploration, critical thinking, and creative expression are welcome and encouraged. In this interview with veteran Montessori educator Jo...

What's the story you've written about yourself?  About your life?  Is it one worth telling? We all have stories that provide meaning and create our realities - but are these stories serving you?  In this episode, Karen Light of Studio Light Illustration joins me as we discuss how our identities get wrapped up in the narratives we write about ourselves.  Karen shares her journey...

How does the trauma we carry from childhood impact our thoughts and behaviors as adults? Unresolved trauma can manifest in ways that negatively affect our lives and relationships and disconnect us from ourselves.  In this episode, Deb Emick (author of "The Other Side of Perfect") and I talk about what it looks like to heal your trauma, break old patterns, and recover who you are as a more aut...

Is it true that placing yourself in the backseat is the best route to loving others?  Where does self-sacrifice fit into this equation? This topic has plenty of gray areas and no definitive answer, but in this episode my guest Amanda Cogan and I dive in to discuss and explore the other side of the coin: prioritizing yourself as a more wholistic, sustainable approach to true and lasting love.

What do you do when you’ve gone on an incredible date and the person doesn’t call you after? Should you wait around, move on, or reach out for an explanation? Valeria DeGiovanni joins us to discuss the best ways to respond to these confusing dating scenarios that will help you walk away feeling more clear, confident, and empowered, regardless of whether they stick around or not.