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Two remarkable women are taking on one of the world's most fearsome opponents--ISIS--and showing how hope and purpose can move the world toward progress. Human rights attorney Amal Clooney is partnering with Nadia Murad, a young woman whose family was devastated by the 2014 genocide perpetrated by ISIS against the Yazidi community in Iraq. Learn how, together, Nadia and Amal are working to bring I...

Do you sometimes get the sense that work has no "off" button? That's because working from home has upended the traditional boundaries between work time and personal life. But you can draw the line and create a win-win for everyone. We get expert advice on this from Dr. Heidi Brooks, a senior lecturer in organizational behavior at the Yale School of Management.  Learn more about your ad-choices at...

Around the world, women are at the forefront of research on a Covid vaccine. One of those scientists is Dr. Alex Spencer, an immunologist at Oxford University's Jenner Institute. Hear what she has to say about research and women in science, and why she's optimistic. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We know that social media can affect mood—and overuse can actually change the way our brains function. Dr. Jacqueline Sperling, a clinical psychologist, reveals why social media has such a pull on us, and how to get it under control without giving it up altogether. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Countries led by women have been praised for doing a superior job of handling the coronavirus. So what’s the secret to their leadership? We asked someone with unique insight: Julia Gillard, former Prime Minister of Australia. She reveals the combination of qualities that have made a difference during the pandemic. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystu...

What do migrant women who work picking fruits and vegetables have in common with the high-paid women of Hollywood? Not much, you might think.  But as activist Monica Ramirez tells us, in 2017, when the two groups spoke out as one voice about sexual harassment, it ignited the Time’s Up movement and put the issue on the world’s radar. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetw...

We've heard a lot about interrupting lately, but it's something that's as old as human conversation. And women, we know, get interrupted much more frequently than men do. We talk to Dr. Katherine Hilton, a lecturer in linguistics at Stanford University who has made a study of when and how people interrupt. She offers insights, and practical ways to get the floor back. Learn more about your ad-choi...

With just a few weeks to go, 68% of Americans say the upcoming election is making them anxious, nervous, stressed. Psychiatrist Dr. Gail Saltz has easy tips to preserve your health, peace of mind and your relationships.  Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Singer/songwriter MILCK used to be reluctant to speak out about the abuse she’d endured.  But when she put her feelings into the song “Quiet,” it became a viral sensation and an anthem for women everywhere. Listen as she reveals just how empowering it can be to own your truth. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informati...

Each time you try and fail, you learn something, says Kara Goldin, founder of popular flavored water, Hint, a multi-million dollar brand Hear her great advice on why failing is better than inaction, and how to face even the most overwhelming challenges.  Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Madonna Badger was tired of seeing commercials and billboards that showed women only as sexy props. So she used her unique skills to create a groundbreaking campaign that changed the advertising industry. Listen and learn how she did it. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Most people would rather avoid conflict than face it head-on. But confrontation can actually be a good thing. We get great insights as well as practical tips on how to turn confrontations into productive experiences from Amy Morin, psychotherapist and author of 13 Things Mentally Strong Women Don’t Do.  Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/lis...

When the future seems especially challenging, take hope! Today’s generation of girls has a head start on building a better tomorrow. In celebration of the International Day of the Girl, we talk to Krupa, a New York City high school student who’s already making an outsized difference for others.  Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener fo...

The mega-selling singer/songwriter had a difficult childhood. But she found a way to get past the challenges and to make her voice heard. In this conversation with iHeart’s Angie Martinez, she discusses her new memoir, The Meaning of Mariah Carey , and reveals the lesson she learned on the way to super-stardom. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio...

It takes more than skills training and even opportunity for people to flourish in the workplace. Find out what's necessary in this excerpt of a conversation between Tara Jaye Frank, consultant, speaker, author and CEO of TJF Career Modeling; Amena Brown, author, spoken-word poet and host of the podcast, HER with Amena Brown and P&G's Carolyn Tastad and Deanna Bass. Learn more about your ad-cho...

“The flow” is those occasions when you’re so immersed in your task that time flies by unnoticed. Dr. Paula Caligiuri, Professor of International Business and Strategy at Northeastern School of Business, tells why the flow is so satisfying—and how to make it happen. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What’s it like to work 24 hours straight amid choking smoke and flames? Kerry Crivello is the mother of a 6 year old son, an EMT, and one of the rare women firefighters. She reveals why she loves what she does, and what it’s like to be a woman in her job.  Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We could all use a good laugh right now—and with good reason. Laughter has the ability to relieve pain, boost mood, improve the immune system and even prolong life. Clinical psychologist Dr. Jodi De Luca reveals the fascinating science behind this very human phenomenon, and how to get your daily ration of laughs.  Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystu...

If the pandemic has caused you to consider changing jobs, careers or locales, there are steps to take before making the big pivot. To find out what they are, we talk to Dr. Paula   Caligiuri, Professor, International Business & Strategy, Northeastern School of Business, and author of Get a Life, Not a Job . Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio...

Tina Tchen, the  president and CEO of Time’s Up, tells how the organization started, why lack of money can keep women from pursuing charges against their predators, and how Time’s Up is helping them.  Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Spoken-word poet, author, and performing artist Amena Brown brings her talent for storytelling, rhyme and humor to HER with Amena Brown, the newest addition to the Seneca Women Podcast Network. This weekly show centers and elevates the voices, stories and experiences of Black, Indigenous, Asian and Latinx women, as Amena interviews amazing women groundbreakers, changemakers, artists and authors. I...

The good news is that our brains are not fixed or static, that we can continue to develop them during our lifetimes—as long as we keep them in good shape. Neuroscientist Dr. Tara Swart, author of  The Source: The Secrets of the Universe, the Science of the Brain , reveals the five things all of us can do to keep our brains in top shape. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcast...

Your destination may be different than you originally envisioned, and you may have to take some extra precautions. But, according to AMA president Dr. Sue Bailey, if you do a little planning you can see new sights, do new things and bring home nothing more worrisome than happy memories Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy...

In 2016, a schoolgirl in Maryland dressed up like RBG and her photo on Facebook went viral. It caught the attention of none other than the Justice herself. Learn how one of the most famous women in America reached out and inspired a young admirer. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Besides being an unparalleled champion of equality and one of this country's greatest legal minds, Ruth Bader Ginsburg was also eminently quotable. As the nation honors the late Justice, we recall some of her wisest and wittiest sayings—they offer practical life lessons we can all use now. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for priv...