Starter Girlz Podcast

Send a text What does it take to turn 12,000 skydives into a blueprint for success in life and business? In this episode of the Starter Girlz Podcast, host Jennifer Loehding sits down with Bryan Gile — an 8-time world-record-holding skydiver, entrepreneur, and author of Be Great, Be Happy. Bryan shares how he overcame self-doubt, fear, and failure by developing a repeatable belief system that anyo...

Send a text How do you unlock the leadership potential within yourself? In this episode of the Starter Girlz Podcast, Lee Povey, a high-performance leadership coach with a rich background in elite cycling and Olympic coaching, shares his insights on the #1 trait that separates great leaders from good ones and how curiosity, feedback, and emotional intelligence transform leadership. From the velodr...

Send a text How do you rebuild your life after the unthinkable? In this episode of the Starter Girlz Podcast, Stephanie J Bond shares her powerful comeback story of how to overcome domestic abuse, survive financial abuse in marriage, and rise again with resilience and purpose. Stephanie opens up about surviving an attempted murder-suicide by her husband of 22 years, who was shot while three of her...

Send a text Are you putting in the work, sharing valuable insights, and still wondering why your expert voice isn’t breaking through the noise? In this episode of the Starter Girlz Podcast, Jennifer Loehding sits down with Christine Blosdale, Expert Authority Coach, bestselling author, and award-winning podcaster, to uncover exactly why so many entrepreneurs and leaders struggle to get noticed, an...

Send a text What does it take to reinvent yourself at 70? In this inspiring episode of the Starter Girlz Podcast, host Jennifer Loehding sits down with Jeff Seckendorf - a man who has lived multiple lives: from working in Hollywood film, to building a scuba certification company, to coaching athletes, and now… breaking 4 ultra-cycling world records at the age of 70. Jeff’s story isn’t just about a...

Send a text Do you ever feel like your overthinking, intensity, or constant reflection makes you misunderstood in leadership? In this powerful conversation with Emily Erstad, healthcare executive and author of It’s Not That Deep, we uncover how the very traits often labeled as “weaknesses” are actually your greatest leadership strengths. In this episode, Emily opens up about navigating life as a d...

Send a text Networking isn’t just about exchanging business cards; it’s about building authentic connections that transform careers, businesses, and lives. In this episode, we explore the 3 Levels of Networking that reshaped Bill Wallace’s journey and can do the same for you. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, business professional, or someone seeking personal growth, this conversation reveals powerf...

Send a text What would make two sisters walk away from dream jobs in Hollywood — working on Oscar-winning films, blockbuster franchises like Harry Potter and The Matrix, and high-profile campaigns — to start over from scratch? For Nancy and Amy Harrington, co-founders of The Passionistas Project, the answer was simple but life-changing: purpose over fame. In this empowering episode of the Starter...

Send a text In this empowering episode of the Starter Girlz Podcast, host Jennifer Loehding sits down with Paul Musson — veteran investment expert and founder of Paddington Capital Management — to break down the real impact of money printing, inflation, and economic policy on your daily life. Paul explains the crucial difference between money vs. capital, why house prices have skyrocketed, and how...

Send a text What does it really mean to redefine home? In this inspiring episode of the Starter Girlz Podcast, host Jennifer Loehding sits down with Tsvety Roo — a solo traveller, digital nomad, and minimalist who left behind a high-powered corporate career to explore 22 countries over two years… with nothing but one backpack. If you’ve ever wondered how to travel solo as a woman, how to start tra...

Send a text What happens when burnout doesn’t just slow you down but wrecks your career, your health, and your marriage? In this powerful episode of Starter Girlz, host Jennifer Loehding sits down with Lisa Hammett—a former corporate executive turned TEDx speaker and international bestselling author—who shares how hitting rock bottom became the catalyst for a complete life transformation. After 26...

Send a text In this episode of Starter Girlz, Devon Kerns—known as the King of Curiosity, Chaos, and Stillness—shares how emotional chaos and deep personal loss became the catalyst for his greatest transformation. As a transformational guide, speaker, and entrepreneur, Devon has helped countless individuals find clarity, healing, and purpose through curiosity and inner work. This conversation expl...

Send a text In this episode of Starter Girlz, Andrea McGinty—known as the Godmother of Modern Dating—shares how she turned personal heartbreak into a global matchmaking empire. As the founder of It’s Just Lunch and 33,000 Dates, Andrea has facilitated over 33,000 dates and helped more than 10,000 people find lasting love. This conversation is a deep dive into the evolving world of dating, especial...

Send a text In this episode of Starter Girlz, Keandra Lewis, also known as “Miss Make It Happen,” shares how she turned frustration into innovation by building an app to solve a $100 billion problem in the industry. A former real estate professional turned construction entrepreneur, Keandra experienced firsthand the chaos of miscommunication, unclear bids, and blown budgets. Instead of accepting i...

Send a text Do you feel stuck living paycheck to paycheck—and dream of building lasting financial freedom? In this episode, Sun Yong Kim-Manzellini shares how she went from earning $35,000 a year as a single mom to building a seven-figure business by learning to trade, shifting her mindset, and taking bold action. Raised in South Korean orphanages and adopted to the U.S. at 14, Sun Yong overcame a...

Send a text Do you dream of turning your side hustle into a full-time business? In this episode, Rani Alfers shares how she built a multi-business empire from her college side hustle—including a thriving insurance agency, a skincare line, and a company that invests in women founders. This inspiring conversation is packed with actionable strategies to help you grow with purpose—without burning out....

Send a text If you're feeling exhausted, overwhelmed, or silently drowning in expectations, this episode is for you. In this empowering conversation, Dr. Denise Brown—known as The Fairy God Doctor—shares her powerful prescription for burnout recovery and emotional well-being. With over 30 years of experience in healthcare, she offers a refreshing take on what it means to be well and truly fulfille...

Send a text In this powerful episode of the Starter Girlz Podcast, host Jennifer Loehding sits down with Dr. Mary Sanders, a medical intuitive and chiropractor with over 30 years of experience, to share her transformational journey through burnout and into radical self-healing. After hitting rock bottom in her career, Dr. Sanders embarked on a global journey—from Vietnam to Bali—that completely sh...

Send a text In this powerful episode of the Starter Girlz Podcast, Jennifer sits down with Maureen Jirikowic, a woman whose world turned upside down after losing her husband to terminal cancer. What followed was a deeply personal and courageous journey of healing, rebuilding, and rediscovering her purpose. Maureen shares how she moved through unimaginable grief and turned her pain into strength—be...

Send a text What does it take to break into the world of venture capital when you’re starting from scratch? In this inspiring episode of the Starter Girlz Podcast, host Jennifer Loehding sits down with Maggie Vo, Managing General Partner at Fuel Venture Capital, to explore how she built a thriving VC career without money, networks, or shortcuts. From leaving Vietnam alone at 17 to becoming a leade...

Send a text Can a hot dog-eating contest change your life? It sounds funny—but for Andrew Smith, a busy dad of four, it became the unexpected wake-up call that led to a powerful transformation. What began as a silly challenge turned into a commitment to take back control of his health, mindset, and life. In this inspiring episode of the Starter Girlz Podcast, Andrew shares how he went from feeling...

Send a text What really happens behind the image of a “perfect life”? In this compelling episode of the Starter Girlz Podcast, host Jennifer Loehding speaks with Eileen Noyes—a former NFL wife turned entrepreneur, speaker, and founder of Lady Bellator—about her powerful journey from public visibility to personal freedom. Eileen shares how she walked away from a toxic marriage with eight children a...

Send a text Have you ever felt like it’s too late to chase your dream? In this episode, corporate accounting manager and first-time author Anastasia Robinson shares how she finally wrote her book after 20 years of waiting. Her powerful story will inspire anyone who's been holding onto a dream for far too long and show you that it’s never too late to start. Anastasia reveals how she overcame excuse...

Send a text Why do so many promising startup ideas fail before they even reach the market? In this episode of Starter Girlz, we sit down with David Hirschfeld, a 35-year software expert and founder of Tekyz Corp. David has helped over 90 startups launch smarter using his proven Launch First methodology. If you're a startup founder, entrepreneur, or dreamer with a big idea, this conversation is ess...

Send a text What separates good leaders from great ones? Emotional intelligence. In this inspiring episode, leadership expert Isabelle Fortin shares hard-earned lessons from over 30 years of military and corporate leadership, offering entrepreneur motivation for leaders at every level. Discover why 98% of decisions are emotional — and how understanding this can completely transform how you lead, b...