The Going Scared Podcast with Jessica Honegger

Emily P. Freeman is a writer, creative director, and spiritual mentor who helps create space for the soul to breathe so people can walk in step with their calling. Today, Emily brings her unique brand of steady, thoughtful, reflective wisdom to  Going Scared. Sit back and savor Emily and Jessica's conversation as they discuss how all of us can create space in our lives, gain some perspective, and...

Mandy Arioto is on a mission. In her life and in her new book she is challenging us not just to have moments of fun - but to live lives that are remarkable and defined by joy. Yet that's often easier said than done, right?  Today, Jessica and Mandy talk about the dedication it takes to have more fun and how all of us can do things right now that will empower us to enjoy life! Oh, and they also tal...

Hal Elrod's story is, quite frankly, insane. As someone who has defeated death (twice!) Hal is uniquely qualified to share his thoughts on how we can truly live.  Today, Jessica and Hal not only chat about his amazing journey, but how through persistence, tenacity, and just doing the things we've got to do - we can achieve more than we've ever thought possible. Show Links
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Are you tired? Of course you are! We all are. That's why today's conversation between Dr Saundra Dalton-Smith and Jessica is so important. As a board-certified internal medicine physician and the author of her new book, "Sacred Rest: Recover Your Life, Renew Your Energy, Restore Your Sanity," Dr. Dalton-Smith has a lot to teach us about getting quality, lasting, and rejuvenating rest. Show Links
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Today on a very special episode, Jessica hosts a roundtable with Liz Bohannon and Molly Stillman. Liz is the Founder and CEO of the ethical fashion brand Sseko Designs, and Molly is the curator of the Still Being Molly blog and  Business with Purpose podcast.  Together, these friends cover a lot of ground. From The Office to entrepreneurship to the importance of fair trade - this is a hilarious an...

With a lofty title like "Publisher of Forbes Magazine," you'd think that Rich Karlgaard was a young, scrappy go-getter who was groomed for greatness at an early age. But that's just not Rich's story. Today he sits down with Jessica and talks about what it meant for him to buck the traditional trends of early achievement and how his story can influence our own aspirations and parenting styles. Show...

If you've ever used social media for anything other than sharing pictures of dogs and cute kids - this is your episode. This week, photographer and business strategist Jasmine Star takes us to social media school and teaches entrepreneurs how to build a brand, market it on social media, and create a life they love. Show Notes
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What does it mean to be home? Alan Graham has leveraged his life's work to answer that question. Today, Alan and Jessica discuss his revolutionary Community First! Village—a 27-acre master planned development in northeast Austin that provides affordable, permanent housing and a supportive community for men and women coming out of chronic homelessness. And in this discussion about what it means to...

Reshma Saujani is a pretty incredible person. First, she is the Founder and CEO of Girls Who Code, a national non-profit organization working to close the gender gap in technology and change the image of what a programmer looks like and does. And as if that wasn't enough, she is also the first Indian American woman to run for U.S. Congress, a viral TED speaker, and the author of a new book, "Brave...

John Ruhlin has no problem with being called a master networker. Because to John, networking is not some cheap sales tactic, but a vital way to connect and build long-term relationships. Which, we all need. From sales, to breaking into a new friend-group, to navigating the treacherous waters of the PTA, we could all use a little help fostering deep networking relationships. Today, John is giving u...

Today we celebrate the stories, lives, and empowerment of women. Joining Jessica are three amazing Noonday artisans: Moon Sharma, Jalia Matovu, and Anne Nzilani. These four friends sit around the table and get deep into what it means to be a woman who lives of dignity and purpose.  Show Notes
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Anne Mahlum is an entrepreneur who builds businesses with purpose. From  Back on My Feet,  a non-profit she founded in 2007 to change the way those who experience homelessness see themselves, to [solidcore], a fast-growing boutique fitness company - Anne uses her story and her passion to change the lives of countless people. Today, Anne gets personal with Jessica on her life story, her drive to su...

There's a good chance you already know who Dominique Dawes is. She was a gymnast who competed in three Olympic Games, winning team medals in all of them - becoming the only American gymnast to do so. She was part of the "Magnificent Seven" at the 1996 Atlanta Games. And if that wasn't enough, she is the first female African-American gymnast to win an individual medal. But these days, Dominique fac...

Today on a very special Valentine's Day episode, Jessica and Joe take us deep inside their marriage. From courtship to navigating marriage, kids, and business - Joe and Jessica are giving us the real, funny, and emotional story.  Show Notes
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From a very early age, Tiffany Aliche understood the value of a dollar (and a power bill). But like so many of us, she made some financial missteps that led her to reexamine her own views of money, and how she manages it. Today, Tiffany, aka "The Budgetnista," inspires others to manage their money in a way that helps them reach their goals and turn their dreams into reality. Today, Jessica and Tif...

Following the death of her father and subsequent child abuse when she was five, Becca Stevens dedicated herself to creating a loving community for survivors. In 1997 she opened Thistle Farms .  Thistle Farms is a women's residence that provides free housing, medical care, therapy and education. In addition, the Global Market of Thistle Farms helps employ more than 1,800 women worldwide. This week,...

From a harrowing medical journey to the New York Times bestseller list, Danielle Walker has an incredible story to share. Diagnosed at 22 with a debilitating autoimmune disease, she suffered for years until one day, she started cooking.  Today, Jessica walks with her friend Danielle though her journey, as well as her dogged determination to restart her healing, over and over again. Show Notes
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Myquillyn Smith is helping us with our "Restart" series by giving us wisdom to (yet again) tackle our homes in a way that adds more, but costs less!  Jessica and Myquillyn chat about what it means to decorate your home in a way that isn't necessarily perfect, but is beautiful and purposeful.  Show Notes
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Well it's that time of year again, the time to make resolutions – and, let's be honest, break them. But what if you knew yourself better? What if you understood your core tendencies and didn't focus on a "new you," but rather a better understanding of what really drives you? Today, Jessica chats with bestselling author, speaker, podcast host and blogger Gretchen Rubin. Gretchen's work on our four...

Steph Gaudreau's mission is to help us think about our bodies and minds in loving, healthy ways. Yet so often we spiral in the messages we tell ourselves and chase some elusive goal that's just not realistic.   Today, on our last show of the year, Steph chats with Jessica about the peaks and valleys of dieting as well as what we can do to better care for ourselves.  Show Notes
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Sometimes inspiration strikes at unforeseen and surprising times. Such is the case with Adelle Archer who, in her quest to honor her recently deceased friend and mentor, created a multi-million dollar business. Eterneva allows people to take the ashes of departed loved ones and turn them into diamonds. Adelle and Eterneva are creating a new category in the business world and are redefining what it...

When we think about starting something new, our first objection is usually, "But when?!" In a life filled with never ending to-do's and very little margin, Jessica Turner challenges women to push beyond the limitations of time and make bold decisions to pursue their dream.  This week, Jessica sits down with her friend Jessica Turner to discuss all things motherhood, entrepreneurship, and creating...

Down to her last $35, Shuronda Robinson went scared and leveraged it all to start a hugely successful communications firm. This week, Shuronda sits down with her friend Jessica and talks about the fear of starting something new, the joy in finding your truth, and making the decision to jump into the deep end. Show Notes
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To start a new project, a new season, or even a new business - we have to know ourselves. We have to know what drives us and what hinders us. And one of the best resources for discovering our core motivations is the Enneagram.  This week, Jessica goes on an emotional journey with Enneagram master, Ian Cron. Jessica and Ian chat about what the Enneagram means for the "starter," and how we can all l...

This week kicks off a special series of shows we're calling our "Starter Series." Each week we'll hear from someone who knows what it takes to go from a moment of inspiration to a realized dream.  To start us off, Jessica chats with Alli Webb. Alli is the founder of Drybar, a business that started as an outlet for a stay-at-home mom and has now become a $100 million dollar brand!  Show Notes
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