Rising Together Podcast

Most women are living rushed, disconnected lives until a simple shift reveals how to tap into their true radiance. Erin Attere shares her transformative journey from corporate burnout to living a life full of purpose, presence, and joy, and she’s here to show you how you can do the same. In this heartfelt conversation, Erin breaks down how reconnecting with your inner self and embracing fun as fue...

The conversation covers the journey of Lumi Studio & Shoppe in Mount Prospect, IL, a community space, and the impact of women-led businesses. It also explores the themes of support, collaboration, and creating a sense of belonging. The success of Lumi is attributed to its location and the supportive community it serves. The conversation delves into the curation of the Lumi space, balancing per...

On the next episode of Rising Together , I sat down with Elizabeth Scott, LCPC, an IFS therapist, Reiki master, and astrologer who brings a beautifully integrative approach to healing. Elizabeth practices in Maryland and teaches through her offering, Practical Alchemy, where she blends Internal Family Systems therapy with astrology and Reiki. We explore how our birth chart can serve as an external...

Stasha Jankovic is the founder of a transformative healing space in Elk Grove Village that blends Kundalini Yoga and Regenerative Detox. She beautifully shares her profound perspective on why the heart ( not the mind) is the true center of healing, and how we've been conditioned to live from the neck up, disconnected from our souls. Like kindred spirits, we explore the science and spirit behind Ku...

In this episode, I sit down with a Tara Le Veque, interior designer and Founder of Adorne Interiors, to explore what it really means to design a space that feels authentic — and why the most beautiful homes aren't the ones that look perfect, but the ones that feel lived in . We talk about  why mixing old and new pieces gives a space longevity how to think about cohesion without making every room f...

In this episode, I sit down with workflows and planning expert Ronna Belinky to explore a question that goes deeper than productivity: what if having the right systems in place could actually help you feel calmer , more present , and less mentally overwhelmed? Ronna shares how her background in TV production and the nonprofit world shaped her approach to building simple, personalized planning syst...

Join us in this transformative episode as we spotlight Dr. Erika Darbro, a pioneering force in pelvic health and the founder of Envision Pelvic Health & Wellness. Discover how Erika's innovative approach to holistic care and community empowerment is reshaping women's health and wellness. In this episode, Erika shares her journey from necessity to success, revealing the mindset shifts and strat...

In this raw and honest conversation, sex and couples therapist Lauren Rzepka returns to the podcast to unpack the tangled relationship between women, shame, and sexuality. Together, we explore how cultural conditioning, motherhood, relationship dynamics, and generational messaging all contribute to the "shoulds" that govern our erotic lives - and what it takes to break free. From desire discrepanc...

In this expansive and deeply inspiring episode, I sit down with marketing consultant, priestess-in-training, and dear friend, Nicole Buddin, to explore what it really means to build and lead from a more feminine paradigm. Together, we trace the lineage of feminine leadership — from the ancient priestess temples to modern entrepreneurship — and unpack why so many women today are feeling called to l...

In this deeply honest and compassionate conversation, I sit down again with the No B.S. Therapist for Moms, Kris Hernandez to explore the identity shifts that come with motherhood — and why those shifts feel so disorienting, emotional, and transformative. We talk about how becoming a mother can activate old wounds, reshape our relationships, and bring our childhood experiences into sharp focus. Kr...

In this raw and deeply relatable conversation, I sit down once again with Jenn Borrel — sewing educator, creative, and one of the most thoughtful humans I know — to talk about perfectionism: where it comes from, how it shows up, and why so many of us struggle with it more than we realize. This episode grew out of a real-life moment between us — one of those days where self-doubt hits hard and the...

Join Emma Mulvany on the Rising Together podcast as she chats with Beth Schneider, a talented creative designer and entrepreneur. Discover Beth's inspiring journey from interior architecture to launching her own graphic design business. Learn about her creative process, the importance of community, and her future aspirations. Explore Beth's insights on balancing work and family life, and find out...

In this soulful conversation, I sit down with Gina Martirano — yoga teacher, Reiki practitioner, and founder of Empathic — to explore what it really means to build a business rooted in empathy, intention, and community. We talk about her journey from corporate burnout to curating a shop that uplifts women-owned, minority-owned, family-owned, and small-batch makers — and why supporting these brands...

In this deeply nourishing conversation, I sit down with Maya — holistic skincare founder, aesthetician, face yoga instructor, and one of the original spark-lighters behind this podcast — to explore what it truly means to reconnect with our feminine nature. Maya shares her journey from medical-spa aesthetics to holistic skincare, and how becoming a mother, a business owner, and a cyclical woman res...

In this heartfelt episode, I sit down with Kris Hernandez, LCSW, Founder of Olive Branch Mental Health and host of the Mom Recharge podcast where she brings her work as the No BS Therapist to life.  Together we talk about redefining what therapy, motherhood, and self-care can look like when we lead with honesty and humanity. From her years working in trauma and mental health to building a thriving...

In this heartfelt conversation, I sit down with Lyndsay Hoffman, NP - Nurse Injector and Owner of LTH Beauty in Mount Prospect, IL  - to talk about what it really means to redefine beauty from the inside out. Lyndsay shares her courageous leap from full-time nurse practitioner in a major healthcare system to becoming a solopreneur in the world of medical aesthetics.  Together, we explore the messy...

Ready to ditch the hustle - but not your ambition? In this powerful mini class, I introduce the Rhythm & Results Roadmap - a soul-aligned, seasonal approach to business that helps you grow with intention, energy, and impact. Originally created as a private audio resource, this episode is now part of the podcast because it lays the foundation for my Rhythmic Business Strategy™ - a regenerative...

This week, I sit down with Jenn Borrell , founder of And Sew On, a stitch studio bringing sewing, embroidery, knitting, crochet, and all things fiber arts to Arlington Heights and beyond. Jen shares how a childhood of cross-stitch with her mom, a 17-year career in metadata and taxonomy, and one loud nudge from intuition led her from corporate burnout to teaching hands-on creativity in community sp...

Welcome to the very first episode of Rising Together: Local Women Leading Differently ! In this solo kickoff, host Emma Mulvany shares the story behind the podcast and the movement it represents. Born out of coffee chats with local women entrepreneurs, Rising Together exists to shift the narrative from competition to collaboration, from scarcity to stewardship, and from polished perfection to vuln...

In this electrifying conversation, a systemic family therapist and certified sex therapist shares how a feminist lens changes everything - how you see yourself, your relationships, your pleasure, and the cultural stories shaping it all.  We go beyond diagnoses and quick fixes and get right into context: power dynamics, gender roles, and the systems you live inside (couple, family, community, cultu...

Dr. Jessica Marabella is a board-certified family physician with over a decade of experience, but what truly defines her is the passion she brings to building meaningful relationships with her patients. What if your primary care felt like having a doctor in the family - someone you can text, who actually knows you, and sees you when you’re sick and when you’re well?  In this episode, Dr. Marabella...