Leading Ladies Corpus Christi

Zoraida Basaldu, Chemical Engineer at a local refinery and founder of the nonprofit Empowered Fem, discusses pursuing her dream career in a male-dominated field, her mission to provide support and resources for women pursuing a career in a STEM discipline, and the many hats she dons as a wife, mother and ambitious woman in episode 42.

Therese Martinez, owner of Posh Posy, discusses the importance of trusting timing, her iconic backdrop at Fiesta del Flor, and her plans for business expansion in episode 41.

Amy Noack, owner of Recess Bar and Grill, Voodoo NiteClub and Bourbon St. Sports Bar, discusses the series of events that lead to owning 3 successful businesses, her desire to create a safe place where women can have a badass ladies' night, and why she always goes with what feels right in episode 40.

Cheryl Votzmeyer, Educational Director at K Space Contemporary, discusses the forward thinking that took her from Texas to NYC and back again, the numerous programs she's developed to provide art education to all demographics, and why self-care is critical in episode 39.

Emily Zertuche, Digital Content Designer and Strategist for Visit Corpus Christi, discusses her trajectory from a psychology major to Big Wig-nominated Social Media Manager, her approach to getting your attention through social media, and why sometimes you have to fake it until you make it in episode 38.

Frances Wilson, President and CEO of the Purple Door, discusses the importance of prevention of domestic and sexual abuse, the many programs and services offered by the organization, and why ALL victims of abuse are welcome in Episode 37.

Candice Hanna, owner of Snake and Sparkle, discusses the brilliant inspiration behind the name, her journey from Real Estate to badass business owner, and her amazing manifesting power when she sets her mind to something in episode 36.

LaDonna Calhoun, owner and herbalist of Archer Soapworks & Apothecary, describes her innate love of all things old, handmade and natural, her ever-expanding knowledge of conventional and complementary medicine and why you should always trust but verify in episode 35.

Sara Dolson, the creator of CC Bliss Box, discusses how her desire to support local inspired this unique product, the amazingly fast transition from an idea to a thriving business, and her uncanny ability to influence those around her, whether it be through veganism or becoming an entreprenuer, in episode 34.

Amanda Mathews, owner and designer of Love is a Seed, discusses how she expresses her spirituality through jewelry design, the divine downloads that lead to her one of a kind creations, and her family history of entrepreneurship and talent in episode 33.

Paula Beaton-Forbus, the Faerie Baker behind the goodies at Paloma Street Market, discusses leaving "traditional employment" to follow her passion, her innate ability to turn her ideas into delicious reality and her most epic and magical family lineage in episode 32.

Jessica Mullan, owner of Elevated Screen Printing, discusses the much-needed push from the Universe to follow her passion, how to make social media work for your business and why you should pick something you like and keep working at it to make a living, even if you suck at first, in Episode 31.

Jalyn Casarez, creator of Moonlight Woven, discusses her newly found talent of weaving masterpieces, her desire to pass on her knowledge in macrame workshops and why finding your passion is the cure to being a bitter bitch in episode 30.

Ashley Arevalo and Jaclyn Trevino, leaders of the Period Corpus Christi movement, discuss their petition to provide free period products at Texas A&M Corpus Christi, their collaborations with local businesses to raise funds for the cause and why menstruation is nothing to be ashamed of in Episode 29. Bonus: Ashley discusses the inspiration behind her fashion blog!

Jessica Mathews, co-owner of Lazy Beach Brewing and President of Friends of Mustang Island, discusses her love of the theater, how she and her husband turned tradition into business and why it's our responsibility to keep our beaches clean in Episode 28.

Meagan Benavides, Local Photographer and Ambassador of Corpus Christi Comic Con, discusses the big leap that led to living her passion, how she fine-tuned her skills in the local Fashion Blogger Scene and why vulnerability equals value in episode 27.

Debbie Noble, board member with the League of Women Voters and event photographer in Corpus Christi, discusses why everyone should exercise their right to vote, why saying "There's nothing to do in Corpus Christi" is nonsense and finding the moment instead of creating it is her secret to great candid photos in Episode 26.

Erica Matlock, Assistant District Attorney for Nueces County D.A. office, discusses the inevitability of becoming a prosecutor, the psychology behind domestic violence, and her goal to put away the bad guys in episode 25.

Kim Rios, personal stylist and seller of vintage clothing, discusses taking the big leap to chase her dream of opening her Metropolis Etsy shop, her innate fashion sense and why she values her own opinion over everyone else's in episode 24.

Local artist Monica Marie Garcia reflects on her origins as an artist, using outreach to inspire the youth and why being a yes-woman is the only way to live in Episode 23.

Aislynn Jamison Campbell, Executive Director of GROW Local South Texas and creator of the Downtown Farmer's Market, discusses the obstacles that she turned into opportunities, her innate ability to lead and the sequence of events that led to her newest endeavor in Episode 22.

Susan with the Coffee Mugg discusses her passion for coffee, the experience that catapulted her into the Harry Potter Universe and the love she's received from local businesses and patrons in Episode 21.

Local artist Sandra Gonzalez discusses the interesting chain of events that brought her from Mexico to Texas to Pennsylvania and back, the massive undertaking and success of the Caller-Times mural and going from unlicensed driver to operating heavy machinery in episode 20.

Local artist Lori Edwards discusses the evolution of her artwork, the experiment that turned into a successful side business, and the artistic benefits of having your own dryer in episode 19.

Alyssa Barrera, Executive Director of the Downtown Management District, talks about her undying love for Corpus Christi's downtown, being known as an instigator and her realization Corpus Christi has to save itself in Episode 18.