Femme Force

In this episode of the Femme Force Podcast, Rachael sits down with Jennylynde Renteria-Packham, a former nurse turned leadership coach, to explore what it really means to lead without losing yourself. Drawing from her experience in healthcare and leadership, Jennylynde shares how the emotional demands of caregiving roles often translate into burnout, especially for women in leadership. Together, t...

In this episode of the Femme Force Podcast, Rachael sits down with Amanda Paolicelli, founder of Dare to Be Iconic, to talk about turning pain into purpose and stepping into your most authentic self. What began as a personal breakup became the catalyst for Amanda to build a platform dedicated to empowering young women to embrace who they are and rewrite their stories. Together, they explore the pr...

In this episode of the Femme Force Podcast, Rachael sits down with Stacey Gonder, founder of ByStaceyG, former professional dancer, and transformational mindset leader, to explore the connection between creativity, identity, and self-expression. Stacey shares her nonlinear journey from dance to design to coaching, and how each chapter shaped her approach to building aligned, intentional work. They...

In this episode of the Femme Force Podcast, Rachael sits down with Cheyenne Dominguez, founder of Mavens, a growing newsletter and community designed to help non-technical women confidently step into the world of AI. What started as a moment of curiosity in 2023 quickly turned into a mission for Cheyenne, to make artificial intelligence feel less intimidating and more accessible, practical, and em...

In this episode of Femme Force, we explore the evolving landscape of women in security, leadership, and the unexpected paths that lead us there. This conversation dives into how many women enter the field without initially planning to, and how those unconventional journeys often become their greatest strength. We discuss the power of storytelling through documentary work, the importance of visibil...

In this episode of Femme Force, we dive into the power of presence, perception, and what it really means to own the room. This conversation explores how women can bridge the gap between how they see themselves and how they are perceived by others, especially in high-stakes environments like public speaking, leadership, and personal branding. From stage presence to camera confidence, we unpack the...

In this episode of Femme Force, Rachael sits down with Natalie Huber-Rodriguez to discuss the Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women movement and the urgent need for visibility, advocacy, and systemic change. Together, they unpack the disproportionate violence Indigenous women and girls face, the impact of jurisdictional gaps and systemic racism, and why this crisis remains underreported and under-...

In this episode of Femme Force, Rachael sits down for a powerful conversation about midlife reinvention, women’s voices, and what it means to step into your next chapter with intention. Together, they explore why midlife is not a crisis but a crossroads, one that invites clarity, courage, and a deeper alignment with who you truly are. They discuss retreats as spaces for reflection and recalibratio...

In this episode of Femme Force, Rachael sits down with Ami and Vicky, co-founders of A Sacred Shift, to explore the powerful connection between the gut, the soul, and everyday transformation. Together, they discuss how modern yoga culture often overemphasizes physical poses while overlooking the deeper philosophical roots that support real change. Ami and Vicky share how they are reimagining ancie...

In this episode of Femme Force, Rachael sits down with global digital transformation leader Rupali to explore what adaptive leadership truly looks like in the age of AI. As technology accelerates and uncertainty becomes the norm, many leaders are navigating fear, resistance, and rapid change within their teams. Rupali shares her experience implementing AI strategy at scale and explains why transfo...

In this episode of Femme Force, Rachael sits down with Karen Gershowitz, author and lifelong traveler who has visited all seven continents, the Arctic Circle, all 50 U.S. states, and all 10 Canadian provinces. After a high-powered career in fintech strategy, Karen chose a life centered on travel, curiosity, and continued growth, proving that adventure doesn’t have an expiration date. Karen shares...

In this episode of Femme Force, Rachael sits down with Liora Dudar, founder, operator, and leadership coach, to unpack the often-unspoken realities of entrepreneurship and leadership. Together, they challenge the myth of rugged individualism and explore why success is rarely about doing everything yourself. Liora shares her journey from hands-on operator to leader, the identity shifts that come wi...

In this episode of Femme Force, Rachael sits down with Hannah, the accidental founder who turned the chaos of planning her own COVID wedding into a fast-growing wedding planning technology company. After years at Carta managing cap tables and simplifying complex processes, Hannah found herself facing spreadsheets, vendor confusion, shifting rules, and the overwhelming reality that nothing in the w...

In this episode of Femme Force, Rachael sits down with Vibha Vinodrai, somatic leadership coach and corporate consultant, to explore how embodied leadership can transform the way we work, lead, and collaborate. Vibha explains why women’s empowerment has stalled, how traditional leadership models are failing, and why meaningful change requires shifting from mindset alone to full-body awareness.

In this episode of Femme Force, Rachael sits down with Rolph, a podcast host and advocate for retirees who is redefining what it means to age with purpose, power, and possibility. After a childhood marked by invisibility and a corporate career where her voice often went unheard, Rolph transformed her life through personal development work that helped her reclaim confidence, agency, and courage. No...

In this episode of Femme Force, Rachael sits down with Kayla Moran, attorney, founder of Kayla Moran Law, content creator, and Latina entrepreneur who is reshaping how women protect their work, their ideas, and their creative businesses. Kayla has built a modern legal practice designed for creators, coaches, and entrepreneurs who want clarity without intimidation. She blends legal expertise with i...

What if setting boundaries wasn’t about saying no, but about saying yes to yourself? In this empowering episode of Femme Force, Rachael sits down with Becky Upchurch, clarity and mindset coach and founder of Higher Good Coaching, to explore how boundaries can transform your time, energy, and sense of self. Becky shares why boundaries are so misunderstood, how women are socialized into people-pleas...

What if slowing down was the key to unlocking your next level of success? In this transformative episode of Femme Force, Rachael sits down with Karen Bartholomew, creator of The Pause Method and coach for high-achieving women ready to break free from fear, burnout, and old conditioning. After rebuilding her life post-divorce, Karen discovered that true growth comes not from doing more, but from da...

What if learning to ask could change everything, your career, your confidence, and your community? In this inspiring episode of Femme Force, Rachael sits down with Alison Hoffer, fundraiser, board member, and advocate for women in healthcare and education, to explore how the art of asking fuels connection and growth. Alison shares how a single college course led to a lifelong passion for fundraisi...

What if your second act could be the most powerful chapter of your life? In this deeply moving episode of Femme Force, Rachael sits down with Marysol James, bestselling romance author, relationship educator, and advocate for women healing from narcissistic abuse. After leaving an abusive relationship at 51, Marysol rebuilt her life and career from the ground up, rediscovering her voice through sto...

What if understanding animals could unlock the secret to human happiness? In this fascinating episode of Femme Force, Rachael sits down with Dr. Loretta G. Breuning, founder of the Inner Mammal Institute, psychology professor, and author of Habits of a Happy Brain, to explore what our inner mammal can teach us about emotion, motivation, and joy. Together, they break down the neuroscience of happin...

What if hard work isn’t enough and connection is the real key to success? In this powerful episode of Femme Force, Rachael sits down with Gisele Marcus, corporate leader, educator, TEDx speaker, and DEI advocate, to explore how networking, sponsorship, and inclusive leadership transform careers. From her early lessons as a New Yorker raised to “just work hard” to her awakening that who you know ma...

What if “busy” isn’t a badge of honor but a barrier to joy? In this empowering episode of Femme Force, Rachael sits down with Peggy Sullivan, TEDx speaker, author, and founder of a nonprofit dedicated to helping women redefine success beyond hustle culture. Peggy shares her personal journey from burnout to balance, exploring how “time poverty” quietly drains our happiness and what it really takes...

What does it look like to start over and fall in love with yourself in midlife? In this inspiring episode of Femme Force, Rachael sits down with Kim Rogne, a high-performance coach, real estate professional, and founder of For the Love of Self, a movement dedicated to helping women rediscover purpose and confidence at any age. After 25 years in real estate, Kim took a bold leap at 50 to reinvent h...

What if leadership wasn’t just about logic—but energy, alignment, and intention? In this episode of Femme Force, Rachael sits down with Jen Cohen, an intuitive consultant, channeler, and former entertainment executive who helps individuals and organizations lead with authenticity and flow. Jen shares her journey from corporate success to spiritual calling, redefining what it means to lead from wit...