She What?

In this episode of She What?, cohosts Jess and Maureen take a field trip to New York City to interview National Football League's Chief Financial Officer, Christine Dorfler, the first woman in NFL history to hold this position. Christine shares her experience serving for four years as a Military Intelligence Officer in the U.S. Army and what it takes to be an impactful leader for the NFL. “I...

Melissa Tenzer, CEO of Central New Jersey's Dress for Success, has dedicated her career to helping women step into their power, but her own story is just as inspiring. After overcoming the grief of losing her sister to championing career success for thousands of women, Mel shares her mission to never leave another woman behind. What could be more "She What ?" than someone who suppor...

What if etiquette has nothing to do with being “ladylike” and everything to do with kindness? In this episode of She What ?, etiquette expert and Bravo's Ladies of London star Myka Meier challenges what we think we know about manners and human interaction. Spoiler alert: Jess, who starts off skeptical, will now be arriving at every event at 6:05. She What ?! Learn more about Beaumont Etiquett...

What if the very thing driving your success is also quietly breaking you? In this episode, Jess and Maureen get deeply personal with author of The Ambition Trap and leadership coach, Amina AlTai. When our identity is tied our work, and burnout and chronic illness becoming so prevalent, Amina makes the case as to why it's time to reevaluate our relationship with ambition.  Visit Amina's w...

From cooking in her apartment to earning Philadelphia’s first Michelin star, Amanda Shulman’s journey is anything but traditional. In this She What ? episode, Amanda shares the bold choices behind creating a career she actually loves. In addition to fun and laughter, we get a glimpse of what it takes to run a top tier restaurant in a most authentic way.   Check out Amanda's fabulous restauran...

In this powerful episode, Keri Mandell shares how her lifelong dream of having children was crushed. Yet, she rose from this dark place and on to run seven marathons on seven continents in seven days (She What?!? ). Don't miss this story of strength and hope, and discover why Keri always pushes herself beyond her comfort zone.  Follow Keri's Instagram and visit her website, Empower Train...

From glacier guide to startup founder, today's guest proves that the most overlooked problems can spark the biggest breakthroughs. Georgia Grace Edwards turned a freezing, frustrating problem on an Alaskan glacier into a game-changing innovation for women everywhere...and her journey is as wild as it is inspiring. This interview is a must-listen for any entrepreneurs and for all women out the...

What happens when the song you wrote about someone else’s cancer journey becomes your own reality, seven years later? In this powerful episode, musician Liz Mencel opens up about motherhood, music, and facing a life-altering diagnosis. Her "wouldn't change a thing" perspective will leave you inspired.   Check out Liz's music and her website .  For more, visit She What? on Insta...

Susanne Sulby grew up in a prison, an environment few of us can imagine. In this episode, dialect coach and actress Susanne Sulby shares her extraordinary journey from a childhood spent living at a correctional facility to her work now— helping shape unforgettable performances for actors like Kate Winslet and Jean Smart. She reminds us that when a small voice inside says "there’s more for you...

What if your favorite neighborhood could disappear tomorrow? In this powerful episode, cookbook author and activist Grace Young shares how she went from stir-fry guru to fierce defender of America’s Chinatowns - and why cooking is all about connection. Come hungry for stories of food, family, and fighting for cultural survival.  To learn more about Grace, you can check out her website and her I ns...

Amita Mehta’s life is a story of survival, love, and radical courage. In this deeply personal episode, she shares the secrets she feared would cost her everything and the relationships that made her rich in love. Coming from a traditional Indian family, Amita talks about their escape from Uganda at the hands of a dictator and the journey to freedom in the U.S. She reveals how being an athlete was...

From Top Chef to one-woman-shows and Enneagrams, Carla Hall splashes down into this She What ? episode with zero ego and maximum joy. She dishes on the importance of knowing yourself, setting boundaries, and how to keep killing it in your 60s. Get ready to laugh, rethink your life path and feel genuinely inspired. Discover Carla's website and her instagram .  For more, visit She What? on Inst...

In this first episode of Season 2, Jess and Maureen dive into a hilarious and profound conversation with novelist Caroline Palmer, whose debut book Workhorse explores the messy ambition of women who refuse to play nice. Recalling the glam of her fashion magazines days to 4:15 a.m. writing sessions in a floor-length faux leopard coat, she dishes on creativity, aging, and redefining success. If you’...

Before Jess and Maureen jump into 2026, it's time to reflect on an incredible first year of She What ?. This episode revisits the women, the stories, and all the surprises that made us laugh, cry, and stop in our tracks. Think of this episode as a highlight reel of courage, connection, and soooo many unforgettable She What ? moments. For more, visit She What? on Instagram . Brought to you by...

In this episode, trailblazer Chivonn Anderson shares how resilience, love, and purpose have shaped a life dedicated to opening doors for others. From standing up to injustices to creating spaces where people truly belong, Chivonn reminds us of what one woman's bravery can spark. Discover Chivonn's women's sports bar, Marsha's . For more, visit She What? on Instagram . Brought t...

Surfboards, serendipity, and radical reinvention—this episode dives into the extraordinary journey of Chelsea Ross, founder of Bali’s famed Goddess Retreats. From breaking into a male-dominated surf culture to guiding women through life-changing transformations, Chelsea’s story will make you want to book a flight and rethink your next chapter. Discover Chelsea's Goddess Retreats on Instagram...

Have you every been told that you can't do something and you think about giving up? In this episode, Charity Alyse shares how she turned racism, rejection, and a terrifying health scare into power, purpose, and a pop-up bookstore. Her grit, kindness, and creativity will inspire all of us. Check out Charity's Instagram and discover Austen's Shelf . For more, visit She What? on Instag...

When journalist Meghan Rabbitt sat down with Maria Shriver over a salad, she didn’t expect to walk out with an assignment to write the women’s health manifesto, but that’s exactly what happened. In this episode, Meghan joins Jess and Maureen to unpack the surprising truths behind her groundbreaking book The New Rules of Women’s Health, from the myths we still believe to why language and self-advoc...

When you find your true passion, sometimes you just have to take the leap. In this episode, Melanie Curtis shares how skydiving has taught her to push past fear, embrace vulnerability, and find power in community. From BLTs to bold moves, her life as a professional sky diver, artist, author and life coach reminds us that bravery isn’t just about skydiving — it’s about daring to show up fully in li...

Amy Lynn was a struggling ER nurse with five little kids, a stack of bills, and no clear path forward. One tiny act of self-care, a few units of Botox, became the catalyst for an entirely new life. In this episode of She What? , Amy gets raw about loss, resilience, and rebuilding her life from the inside out. From surviving tragedy to building a thriving aesthetic practice, Amy’s journey is a powe...

How do you climb both a literal mountain and a metaphorical one? Kara Richardson Whitely, has done both—again and again. Kara is an outdoor adventurer, author of Gorge: My Journey Up Kilimanjaro at 300 Pounds (soon to be a movie), and CEO of The GORGEous Agency , which helps brands connect and grow with the plus-size market. In this episode, she talks about how events in her childhood led to her s...

Nikki Graziano nearly lost her life to alcohol. Today, she's the founder and owner of Bar Palmina, a zero-proof cocktail bar in Philly's Fishtown neighborhood (and named after her grandmother). In this powerful episode, Nikki tells the story of how she went from liver failure and life support into recovery, acceptance, and reinvention, creating a new space for herself and so many others....

For 28 years, Rhea Hughes has been the co-host of the WIP Morning Show on Sports Talk Radio. She talks to Jess and Maureen about how she broke in, stayed in, and rose to the top of a field long dominated by dudes. (And offers a unique bit of advice on timing big life events along the way.) She gets real about the anxieties of being a working mom, especially in a profession where your replacement i...

Tori Foles was a former Division I volleyball player who—like all athletes—knew her own body. But when a mysterious cascade of symptoms hit her at the age of 23, she initially faced a doctor who disregarded and diminished how she was feeling. In this episode, she shares how she fought for a diagnosis, and struggled to regain the life she'd once had. Today, she's a mom of three, a busines...

Chances are, you've got one very important thing in common with Jessy Kyle: You've spent most of your life wearing bras that don't fit quite right. For Jessy, a three-time cancer survivor (who, side note, has sung the national anthem for the Eagles), the problem was magnified when her doctors refused to do a breast reduction surgery. In this episode, she shares her remarkable story...