Remodel Your Life-

Listen to the amazing Kelly Parker as she talks about why she loves dragonflies....making curved boxes and all kinds of furniture as her "second" career.  You will love her passion for storytelling through her work and bringing her clients into the artistic process! And check out our new partner Athena Outfitters.com and use code RYL15 to save 15% off any purchase .  They specialize in h...

If you are starting to get ready for xmas and have some little ones on your list...you won't want to miss listening to best-selling children's book author Helena Ku Rhee!  She created a gorgeous book along with famous illustrator @pascalcampionart that tells the story of her blue collar working family.  Its tender and imaginative and such a lovely story of following your dreams. You will...

Get ready to turn your hobby craft into a small business with Julie Fierley!  She joins the show to talk about how she has built a successful "cribbage board" business selling through etsy and IG as a side hustle.  These adorable hand-made boards are perfect for a family xmas gift for all kinds of gatherings.  She makes any custom shape and its a fun break from all the stress of thi...

Are you interested in sharing YOUR story on the RYL podcast? OR are you struggling to get qualified women into your construction company? Send me an email and let's chat! Camille_L@sbcglobal.net

Let's Celebrate and win some tools!  Listen to this episode to learn just HOW MUCH GOOD STUFF you can win...I have a special co-host that you will love as we talk through all the tools and goodies you can win by sign up for "Build YOUR Craft" virtual summit 2020. HINT: Listen in to hear what a "concealed carry fatmax tape measure" is and why I can't stop stealing.... HINT: Find out why @catpe...

You know her by her brands "built by Stevie" and "carpentHER" and today we get the inside scoop of what drives the amazing Stevie Estler!  She will be one of our featured speakers in October 2020 at "Built Your Craft" and you only have to listen to find out why...From her strong faith and belief in family to her sassy attitude and hard work ethic, she just doesn't quit. We talk everything fro...

Join me as we learn from the Queen of YOUTUBE!  Erika Vieira coaches some of the most popular YT stars and you will want to learn her secrets.  If you have ever thought of starting a channel or just want to improve the one you already have...this is the episode for you! Hear about her background in acting and marketing and how she transformed it into a sensational YouTube business coachi...

Today is a special episode because we are officially opening the doors to sign up for our FREE virtual summit called BUILD YOUR CRAFT! on October 24-25 2020. This is all about free classes and presentations to show women thriving in the trades right now! We are focused around helping you build your creative/maker/woodworking/construction business or maybe how to get into the trades and advance you...

Find out how Rachel Brown had to take over her multi-million family business at the age of 26 and hit the ground running after her father passed away suddenly...and how she became a leader in the industry.  How being a woman gives her a strong competitive advantage with clients and how she made it through cancer+divorce+adoption in the space of 5 years to build her strongest company yet! -Lea...

Are you interested in sharing YOUR story on the RYL podcast? OR are you struggling to get qualified women into your construction company? Send me an email and let's chat! Camille_L@sbcglobal.net

Finally! Finally! a book that represents what working in the trades and non-traditional careers REALLY looks like!  Listen to the amazing Chris Crisman (Award winning photographer) about his new book that beautifully blends memoir and imagery of women that are pushing the boundaries forward for work. From an oyster farmer to a blacksmith, from a jet pilot to a butcher, from a woodworker to th...

Stay tuned for the after party where Katie and I get personal and talk about our white privilege and as white women in the woodworking trades.  She shares her experience going to protests and how it might not be what you think. A longtime advocate for civil rights and living in the south gives her a unique perspective on this subject and I'm here to listen and learn...I hope you will join me....

Want to learn how to make the most elaborate and gorgeous windows, cabinets, custom door and shutters?  Then listen in to this weeks' guest Katie "Bell" Williams from @hammerandbell! Check out her IG feed and then listen to her talk about how she got into the trades (from behind a computer)....to work in a shop that builds incredible woodworking projects.  She has a made tremendous progr...

This week I'm bringing back Kae Whitaker + Sharing the Mic! It's about to get uncomfortable as she shares what the death of George Floyd has meant to her and her family.  This is not an interview but rather a conversation that needs to be had for this country to make some real changes .  I really hope everyone listens with an open heart and hears the power of her pain and story.  Sh...

Join me today as we talk to the incredible Sarah Watlington who manages the furniture projects at the Offerman Wood Shop.  And If you didn't know, the hilarious and talented Nick Offerman from Parks and Rec (and hundreds of other amazing movies...) is an AVID woodworker for many, many years.  And legit as sh**  His passion for woodcraft and support of women in the trades is wonderfu...

What does it take to create a healthy physical and mental life? As many of us have struggled to stay in shape and keep our spirits up during COVID, I have the perfect inspiration to do just that today! Heather Gunn is a powerhouse and has transformed her business overnight to teach fitness online.   Her strength is building connection between women and offering them a REAL and authentic way t...

Join me today as we loop back to the fabulous Mary Mary, a woodcarver I interviewed in Episode 7.  She has continued to teach and share her love of wood carving and now has a LIVESTREAM! Offered M-F on twitch tv, you can watch her skills in action everyday at 1 pm EST.  Listen in to how she created this new way to connect to her students and share other MASTER carvers from around the wor...

Listen to hear how 84 Lumber is changing the lumber industry and  creating modern women empowerment within the construction industry!  Privately held and owned by Maggie Hardy Knox, 84 Lumber is pioneering modern management in a traditionally old-school industry.  With many women in top leadership roles and always looking for new innovative ways to work, they are a role model of mod...

In this current COVID crisis that is affecting so many of us around the world I want to continue to share inspiring and elevating stories to get us all through. I want to introduce you to the  inspiring Elnaz Sarraf, CEO and founder of the award winning Roybi Robot- the worlds first ever Artificial Intelligence (AI) powered robot for children and STEM skills!   She is as humble as she is...

To celebrate International Women's Month we decided to bring you a sweet and savory surprise for this next series. In light of the difficult times we are all experiencing around the country, it's even more important to stay steady and safe and not let fear overwhelm us.  So let me introduce you to the lovely Amy Chenoweth.  Her beautiful spirit for her family and farm is a testament to w...

To celebrate International Women's Month we decided to bring you a sweet and savory surprise for this next series. In light of the difficult times we are all experiencing around the country, it's even more important to stay steady and safe and not let fear overwhelm us.  So let me introduce you to the lovely Amy Chenoweth.  Her beautiful spirit for her family and farm is a testament to w...

To celebrate International Women's Month we decided to bring you a sweet and savory surprise for this next series. So we're continuing our series with the incredible Alanna Hanson!  Listen to learn how she and her family built a successful "grape" vodka distillery and how she turned her love of film making into DIY marketing for her family business in the Sonoma Valley. You will be learn abou...

To celebrate International Women's Month we decided to bring you a sweet and savory surprise for this next series.  You won't want to miss it!  This episode kicks it off with the amazing Michelle Mandro who is the author of wine country women and includes some incredible women who operate wineries in the Napa and Sonoma valley.  Listen in to how she went from being a tv anchor and r...

Listen to the amazing finale of Shannon Morgan, who built a successful career in the glass blowing industry by creating long lasting relationships and giving back!  You will learn how she created The Pumpkin Patch at the Morton Arboretum in Illinois that serves 10,000 visitors a day!  All her hard work paid off and she now hosts this incredible annual event for 9 years strong with numero...

I thought I would bring in an expert today....my mom who has fallen in love with a very famous glass blower...#Chihuly.  Over a 20 year period my mom, Mary LeVasseur has seen numerous examples of the amazing variety of Dale Chihuly.  And most recently she saw his incredible glass museum and gardens in Seattle, Washington.   Listen to why she feels art is important and how it ca...