Purple Inspiration Podcast

Audrey Coleman, Director of the Robert J. Dole Institute of Politics at the University of Kansas, joins Judy Lloyd for an inspiring conversation on leadership, bipartisanship, and building a healthier political culture. Drawing from her experience as Senator Bob Dole’s former archivist and her deep commitment to the Dole legacy, Audrey shares practical lessons in listening with humility, fostering...

Judy Lloyd welcomes Mary Knox, a dedicated California prosecutor with over 40 years fighting violent crime and championing victims' rights. In this inspiring conversation, Mary shares her journey, the challenges of the justice system, and her commitment to giving victims a powerful voice. This is Purple Inspiration: Defy Divisiveness. Choose Purple. Leaders Rising Above the Noise — spotlighting bo...

Judy Lloyd welcomes Elaine Cortez Schroth for a warm conversation on community volunteerism, the power of accessible art through 333 Arts, and building consensus to strengthen neighborhoods. Elaine shares her path as emeritus president and CEO of Visit Concord, her leadership at the Contra Costa Crisis Center, and her work guiding 333 Arts to foster shared culture and civic pride across the East B...

Judy Lloyd welcomes California State Treasurer Fiona Ma to the Purple Inspiration Podcast. In this inspiring conversation, we explore leadership through ballots, bonds, and breaking barriers in one of the world’s largest economies. Treasurer Ma, the first woman of color and first woman CPA elected to the position, brings deep expertise from her roles in the State Assembly, Board of Equalization, a...

Judy Lloyd welcomes Jennifer Frye to the Purple Inspiration Podcast. Jennifer shares how she stopped comparing, stays fully present with her son, and finds real joy after overcoming financial abuse as a single mom. As CEO of Appreciated Asset Business Solutions, she helps industry disruptors build sales pipelines while empowering single mothers and military spouses with financial independence. A F...

Communications powerhouse Lisa Camooso Miller joins Judy Lloyd on the Purple Inspiration Podcast. With over 25 years leading communications in federal, state, and local government, she served as Deputy Communications Director for the U.S. Secretary of Commerce and the Speaker of the House. She also led communications for the RNC in 2007. Lisa shares her journey from New Jersey’s 9/11 recovery effo...

From dancer and interior designer to President & CEO of Visit Tri-Valley, Tracy Farhad is in her vibrant third act — promoting the best of Danville, Dublin, Pleasanton, and Livermore. In this inspiring conversation with Judy Lloyd, Tracy shares how following passion, listening deeply, and building consensus across cities and counties has made the Tri-Valley a standout destination. Discover why...

In this powerful episode of Purple Inspiration Podcast, Judy Lloyd interviews Susan Houghton — co-founder of Three Valleys Community Foundation, former TV journalist, and founder of Sunflower Hill, an affordable housing community for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Susan shares her journey as a mother of a son with moderate autism, building lasting solutions through philan...

What happens when two women who helped shape American politics in the Reagan era sit down to talk about what went wrong — and what still works? Kim Alfano started her career at 21, working at the Republican National Committee when someone had a nervous breakdown and left. She took the job. Her mom signed a legal contract. The rest is 35 years, 47 national awards, and a company called Firebrand — b...

Contra Costa County Supervisor Candace Andersen joins Judy Lloyd on the Purple Inspiration Podcast. With 14 years on the Board of Supervisors, former Danville Mayor, and Morgan Hill Council member, Candace shares her path from appointed office to county leadership. She explains her lone “no” vote on the county sales tax, the impact of federal cuts on healthcare, and her views on the regional trans...

In this eye-opening episode of the Purple Inspiration Podcast, host Judy sits down with Debora Allen — former BART Director, CPA, financial expert, and longtime public servant. Debora served 8 years on the BART Board and brings an insider’s perspective on the agency’s deepening financial crisis. With a projected $376 million annual operating deficit, BART is heading to the November ballot asking B...

In this episode, host Judy sits down with Margaret Liang — a respected community leader, board chair of the Tri-Valley APAPA chapter, Stanford Healthcare Tri-Valley board member, and longtime advocate for inclusive civic engagement.

In this episode of the Purple Inspiration Podcast, host Judy Lloyd sits down with Dr. Deb Smith-Hemphill — a productivity expert, executive coach, and founder of DSH Enterprises with nearly 40 years of experience helping leaders communicate and perform better.