Grit Growth and Gumption with Tinsley English

In the season finale of our Summer of MORE series, Tinsley sits down with powerhouse entrepreneur, bestselling author, faith-driven leader, and girl mom Kelly Roach —the embodiment of midlife radiance. Together, they dive deep into what MORE truly means for modern women: Mastery of Self, Ownership of Voice, Reimagining Success, and Embodying Radiance. Kelly shares the pivotal moment that sparked h...

The “Summer of More” rolls into fall as Tinsley sits down with unicorn leader Kristi Straw, MBA , Founder of Lighthouse Leadership Consultants , for a candid, high-energy conversation about claiming your voice, rewriting your story, and betting on yourself—especially in midlife. From her viral “purple swimsuit” post to doubling her business in a few months, Kristi shares how radical honesty, align...

In this episode of Grit, Growth & Gumption , host Tinsley English continues the “Summer of More” series with special guest Lisa Chastain—wealth advisor, bestselling author of Stop Budgeting, Start Living , and champion for women seeking more in midlife. Together, they unpack what “more” really means—not from a place of scarcity, but from expansion, ownership, and purpose. Lisa shares her journ...

What happens when the version of success you had for yourself no longer fits? In this Summer of More conversation, Tinsley sits down with the incredible Traci Adedeji (she/her), CPCU, ARM, A-CSPO to explore how we redefine success in midlife. Together they dive into the power of nonlinear career paths , the unexpected freedom and perspective that comes with turning fifty , and yes—why even the rig...

This isn’t your grandmother’s menopause talk. In this special #SummerOfMore panel, Tinsley English sits down with the powerhouse women of the Menopause Education Center to rip the lid off the silence, the stigma, and the outdated scripts around “the change.” From hot flashes to cold realities, they share raw, unapologetic stories about navigating a system that too often dismisses women’s experienc...

🎧 We're kicking off the Summer of More with medical truth, personal grit, and zero shame. In this season-opening episode of Grit, Growth & Gumption , host Tinsley English sits down with Ashley Hayes, MSPA-C , a board-certified physician associate, women’s health expert, and the founder of wellness brand Yazé . Together, they explore: The three stages of menopause —and why most women (and...

Welcome to Season 2 of Grit, Growth & Gumption and the SUMMER OF MORE! Host Tinsley English kicks off the new season with a deeply personal, laugh-out-loud, and empowering conversation with her podcast producer and dear friend, Brett McKenzie , co-founder of MotiVerse. Together, they reflect on Season 1’s bold moments, and preview what’s to come in this season of “More” —more joy, more honesty...

In this season finale of Grit, Growth & Gumption , Tinsley welcomes leadership coach Kerry Macca and trailblazer Mark Flippen for a raw and powerful conversation about faith in the workplace. Together, they unpack what it means to lead with conviction, stand firm in your values, and trust God’s plan even in the middle of professional success or personal uncertainty. From Mark’s bold move to le...

Tinsley welcomes the dynamic women behind the Risk Takers & Trailblazers podcast to Grit, Growth & Gumption! In this candid and heartwarming conversation, Tinsley reconnects with Helen Riquinha, Tanya Coburn, Diane Jones, and Jen Pugsley to celebrate how far they’ve come since launching their podcast, reflecting on pivotal moments, personal growth, and the power of showing up authentically...

Heather Blevins: Rebel Shoes, Real Talk, and the Road Less Shelved In this soul-stirring episode, Tinsley English sits down with self-proclaimed “insurance rebel” Heather Blevins to talk about the courage it takes to stop shelving who you are—and start living boldly. From wearing unmatched artist-designed shoes to mentoring the next generation of global leaders, Heather shares how she went from mu...

In this powerful episode of Grit, Growth & Gumption, Tinsley sits down with Sheila R. Carmichael, MCC — a master certified executive coach and the woman behind some of the most pivotal transformations in leadership. Over virtual coffee ☕ and warm memories, they dive into: Sheila’s 3D Authentic Presence Framework 💡 The real difference between mentoring and coaching What Covid taught us about...

In this episode of Grit, Growth & Gumption , Tinsley English welcomes Meg McKeen —founder, consultant, speaker, and host of Bound & Determined —for a raw, unfiltered conversation about living your story and trusting your gut. Meg walked away from a traditional insurance career to embrace the unknown, proving that sometimes the biggest risks lead to the richest rewards. She opens up about h...

This week on Grit, Growth & Gumption, we're unlocking "The Tina Tapes"—a candid conversation between besties with powerhouse agency owner, Tina Blackwell. From her bold elevator entrance in zebra-print pants to leading Blackwell Insurance with grit and grace, Tina shares her journey of breaking barriers, mastering the art of the deal, and empowering women in the insurance industr...

💫 Part 2: Bold, Brave, and Brilliant – Owning Your Power with Dr. Claire Muselman 💫 In this powerhouse continuation of our conversation with Dr. Claire Muselman, we dig deep into the energy we bring into every room, the impact of personal branding, and the real meaning of confidence. From negotiating what you're worth to rewriting the narrative of resilience, Claire brings the fire (and the...

On an episode so powerful we had to split it into our first-ever two-parter, we have the incomparable Dr. Claire Muselman! A true "Grit, Growth & Gumption" story with heart, Dr. Claire was so eager to better understand the humans at the center of workers comp after her childhood as a foster kid, that she studied the science behind it—behavioral, emotional, and even poli-sci—to transf...

🔥 Welcome to Episode 4 of Grit, Growth & Gumption – our first-ever POWER PANEL and VIDEO episode! 🔥 In this conversation amongst powerhouses, host Tinsley English is joined by four trailblazing women who are reshaping leadership, innovation, and mentorship in their industries. Together, they unpack what it takes to lead with grit, grow with purpose, and have the gumption to make an impact. M...

Episode 3: Authenticity, Insurance, and the Color Red with Whitney Carpenter Doig What happens when two insurance enthusiasts and champions of authenticity sit down for a chat? Plenty of laughs, inspiration, and heartwarming stories you won’t forget. In this episode of Grit, Growth & Gumption , Tinsley English is joined by Whitney Carpenter Doig to dish about: Whitney’s leap from schoolteacher...

Step Into 2025 with Grit, Growth & Gumption! In this energizing second episode of Grit, Growth & Gumption , Tinsley English helps you set the stage for a transformative year by unlocking the power of personal vision and your North Star. Join Tinsley as she explores: The importance of crafting your North Star goal and reverse-engineering it into actionable steps. How to define your core val...

Dive into the Grit, Growth & Gumption journey with host Tinsley English as she unveils the powerful "G-force Code" that will revolutionize how women view their potential! In this inaugural episode, Tinsley shares her deeply personal mission to empower women to unlock their God-given brilliance and 10X their impact. Join her as she explores: The unexpected 3 AM calling that transformed her life...