She Knows the Way

Kristen Bashaw graduated college at the height of the Great Recession, with few job prospects and feeling disillusioned by the "you can do anything you want if you work hard"' message she received growing up. She shares the mindsets and tools that helped her find her way – and why she thinks curiosity is the key to navigating both work and life.

Jo Casey began having panic attacks as a teenager. It wasn't until her late 20s that a doctor diagnosed her with an anxiety disorder. As a business owner and coach, she struggled with how to successfully manage her business while also managing her anxiety – until she embraced the gifts her illness brought with it.

Anna Robinson, CEO and founder of women's leadership platform Ceresa, discusses her holistic approach to helping women not only lead but thrive as leaders. She also shares how a health scare in her 30s changed her personal relationship to self care.

Fran Dunaway, CEO and Co-Founder of TomboyX, shares her experience becoming a first-time entrepreneur at age 50 – and what she's learned about herself while building a brand based on authentic self-expression.

Diversity and inclusion expert Jennifer Brown talks about the importance of sharing your diversity story, using privilege as a superpower, being an inclusive leader, and restoring your energy when the going gets tough.

Sage Quiamno and Aparna Rae are on a mission to advance women of color. They share what it means to be a white ally – and what inspires and energizes them to keep moving forward in their work.

Leadership coach – and soon-to-be MS in Applied Neuroscience – Mieka Briejer shares tips for harnessing the power of your brain to shift habits and create change.

Award-winning travel and food blogger Soleil Roth explains how she created a "slash" career – and why having multiple roles doesn't mean you're flaky or not committed.  

A sneak peek at this fall's 10 brand new episodes of Women on the Rise, plus a little behind the scenes on how I find my guests.

It's been a while, podcast listeners! Apologies for being MIA the past couple of months. Here's a quick update about the podcast, plus a special summer opportunity you might be interested in – especially if you're craving a big change (in work or life).

Kathy is co-founder of Badassery Magazine and the co-host of the Badassery Podcast – where she helps women entrepreneurs step into the spotlight and embrace their rising badassery. Kathy and I met earlier this year, when we were in a business mastermind group together. When she mentioned that she'd had a sea change in the way she takes care of her body, I had to know more! We talked about… How Kat...

Description in Libsyn Rachel Belle is host of the James Beard Award nominated podcast, 'Your Last Meal,' which has been featured as an iTunes #1 food podcast several times. She hosts the popular segment 'Ring My Belle' on Seattle's KIRO Radio afternoon drive show, The Ron & Don Show, and is the station's feature reporter. Seattle Weekly voted Belle Seattle's Best FM Radio Personality. Not only tha...

As the Beauty Director of Town & Country magazine for the past seven years, Jamie Rosen is part of a dramatic shift at the 170-year-old title. While the hottest new lipstick and beauty serum are still part of the conversation, the content that Jamie creates and oversees at T&C strongly links beauty with health and wellness. Jamie and I talk about what it means to be a "beauty guru" in the 21st cen...

Alicia Dara is a Seattle-based musician, activist, and voice teacher. Through private coaching, corporate workshops, and her "Public Speaking Bootcamp for Women," Alicia supports her clients with singing, public speaking, and using their voice more powerfully in the world. She also happens to be a truly wise and beautiful soul, with much to share about more deeply connecting to your body and to th...

Katie Bennett is a Co-Founder and Certified Coach at Ama La Vida, an innovative coaching company which helps people to find and design a career that brings them both deep fulfillment and phenomenal success. Katie and I talked about… Why looking outside yourself for solutions – in career, life, or health – isn't a sustainable or effective way to reach your goals Why millennial and younger leaders p...

Whether because she lives in Denmark – where cycling is a way of life  – or because she's an avid cyclist herself, Dr. Vivian Lord shares a powerful analogy between riding a bike and self-care. And riding this particular bike just might change the way you approach your health. Vivian and I also talk about the importance of understanding your body as your hormones shift in midlife; why addressing s...

Stefanie Ellis is director of marketing and communications for Girl Scouts of Western Washington. She is also a self-described storyteller, idea architect, and word magician through her successful freelance writing career — with articles published in The Seattle Times, Northwest Travel & Life Magazine, and The St. Louis Post-Dispatch. We talk Girl Scout cookies, croissants, the importance of stron...

Ambika Singh is revolutionizing the way women dress. As a woman in the tech industry – known for its casual dress code – Ambika didn't place much importance on her personal style. When she made a career shift that demanded a more polished appearance, her opinion quickly changed. And she discovered that feeling confident wasn't as simple as throwing on a jacket. Now, Ambika makes women's lives a bi...

"Communication Rebel" Michelle Mazur shares how to get comfortable with being uncomfortable when a big change is brewing in work or life, but you have no idea what it is. . . **Don't forget to share your thoughts with Lara in the Women on the Rise listener survey BY TUESDAY, MARCH 12. Visit laradalch.com/podcastsurvey to be taken straight to a short Google Form. THANK YOU for your feedback!**

Infertility specialist Dr. Nichole Barker shares what she's learned about the importance of self compassion – in her own life and in the lives of her fertility patients. A few highlights to listen for... Why self compassion is a critical component of any health journey, and especially for those struggling with infertility How Nichole navigated her own infertility journey – and what she's learned i...

Socially responsive investment advisor Carrie VanWinkle shares how getting real and brave about your money is an often overlooked part of being well.   Carrie B. VanWinkle is a socially responsive investment advisor & Certified Financial Planner™ Professional. She works with women and couples who want their money lives to reflect an approach that is both smart AND soulful - so that they are able t...

Nigerian-American entrepreneur and founder of TONL Karen Okonkwo shares her thoughts on the 'grind and hustle' of entrepreneurship, reimagining success, prioritizing mind/body health, and knowing when to surrender.

Meg Trainer is the founder and co-owner of Bounty Kitchen, a restaurant in the Queen Anne neighborhood of Seattle that celebrates the local bounty of the Pacific Northwest region. While working at restaurants to pay her way through college, Meg discovered a passion for the food and beverage industry. Meg and I talk about her journey as a restauranteur and busy entrepreneur struggling to prioritize...

Fashion and photography entrepreneur Alexis Mera Damen talks women's empowerment, self-doubt, and doing what's right for you in business and life. Plus, Lara shares a tool for identifying and clearing up the "unconscious stories" standing in your way.

Ex rocket scientist turned massage therapist Kathy Jakielski is back to talk balancing discernment with intuition when deciding what's best for mind and body.