The She Said Project Podcast

Angela Snow took the stage in That's What She Said Chicago Southland 2025 with "Not Just Any Voice," a story about the one voice she needed to hear when she had lost sight of herself. Angela joins Jenette and Kerry in the studio to share the story behind the story and the long road to keeping a promise. You won't want to miss this heartfelt conversation.

SPOILER ALERT: Angie Patton is not expecting! The current Poet Laureate for the City of Urbana took the stage in That's What She Said Champaign-Urbana 2026 with "What to Expect When You're Expecting," a hilariously honest look at the parenting chapters no book prepared her for. Angie joins Jenette and Kerry in the studio to share the story behind the story and what she has learned since.

"Where are you from?" has never been a simple question for Ana Garcia, who shared her story, "Where I Come From," on stage in That's What She Said Columbia 2025. Ana joins Jenette and Kerry to talk about growing up between two countries and the family, sacrifice and resilience that shaped her. We can't wait to hear the story behind the story and all that has unfolded since she took the stage.

Pamela Blackwell of Chicago shared her story, "Out of the Shadows and Into the Light," in the third She Said Story Sharing Showcase, one of our virtual shows from the fall of 2020. Pamela joins Jenette and Kerry by video to revisit the journey that led her to live life on her own terms and stay in pursuit of her own joy. We can't wait to hear the story behind the story and all that has unfolded si...

Candy Reeder of Champaign joins Jenette and Kerry after sharing “That Kind of Amazing” on the She Said stage in Champaign-Urbana 2026. In Candy’s story, “That Kind of Amazing,” she unpacks the shame she was taught to carry — and the moment she decided her whole self was welcome. Kerry and Jenette learn more about Candy’s special brand of empowerment.

Terri Wigginton joins Jenette and Kerry after sharing "Leap of Faith” on stage in That's What She Said Heart of Illinois 2026. Her story is about the literal leap that changed everything — survival, rebuilding, motherhood, and choosing to rise from the ashes and live every moment to the fullest.

It's impossible to be negative or feel doubt when you experience the inspiring energy of today's guest, Dr. Nina Addison. She shares the event that shifted how she chooses to show up in the world.    for more information: https://drninaaddison.com/

Betty is one of the most positive people you will ever meet. In her story, "Grounded Positivity," we learn why she maintains her positivity against all odds.    https://ellasumbrella.org/ Ella's Umbrella is a non-profit committed to keeping kids' hearts beating.   Read more: UNRAVELED: When Loss Changes Everything by Kyle and Betty Mertens

Quite a bit of life has happened since Sue Grey and her daughter Catherine shared their story, "Suck It Up, Buttercup," on stage in That's What She Said Champaign-Urbana in 2020 -- only weeks before ... well, we all remember THAT part! Now Jenette and Kerry are eager to find out where Sue (and Cate!) are today!

We welcomed Marifel from Allentown, PA to chat about the amazing story she shared on stage in the first production of That's What She Said Lehigh Valley -- "Story of What is Possible: My Journey of Self-Discovery, Courage and Resiliency."   **Be sure to check out Marifel's daughter's podcast that she mentions, "Sip 'n Spill," with Sofia Currie and Safiya Saif!**

Shelith reveals to our hosts how the "Lessons From the Box", that she shared on stage, keep impacting her life and the life of her family. 

Kerry and Jenette get to know the story behind the story with Esmerelda from the 2025 cast of That's What She Said St. Louis. 

Megan shares a story about every mother's nightmare, and then processing her own feelings by documenting every step of her daughter's cancer treatment. Join us as we learn how the story unfolded. 

The ladies share a powerful conversation in the studio with Charlatta Bennett about her story, "Buried Treasures in the Dark." Through the darkness of one of her most tragic moments, Charlatta found inspiration to turn her grief into beauty and power. 

When two humor bloggers and old friends reconnect, the conversation is nothing short of brilliant. Leslie Marinelli appeared in several productions of That's What She Said, from Champaign-Urbana in 2014 to Atlanta in 2025. The ladies discuss the power of bringing the funny to the stage. 

Not only did Linda Darby share an important story in That's What She Said Danville in 2025, but she was the perfectly charismatic emcee of the show, leading the way for a brilliant cast. 

Jan shared her romantic journey with her husband through her love language of dance. She visits with Jenette and Kerry to update us on her dancing and her passions.

We are so excited for our friends to meet Niki Fenderson, who shared her story, "A King's Daughter" on the She Said Stage in Decatur in 2025. Her story continues to inspire, as Niki published a book under the same title. 

Tiffany Patterson and the story she shared in Bloomington-Normal last year are perfectly suited for the podcast. A fun fact Tiffany shares is that her daughter has also participated in the That's What Teens Say program and shared her own story on stage! 

We celebrate our 52nd episode, taking the year full circle, with our guest Jacqueline Kalipeni. She braved the microphone in our flagship community of Champaign-Urbana in 2026 and it doesn't take long to figure out that Jacqueline is a passionate, outspoken, resilient woman of faith. 

Debra Olson, from the first She Said cast in Terre Haute, joined Jenette and Kerry in the studio to share her emotional story of escaping an unhealthy relationship to find her peace and her new love, all with some unexpected twists in "It's All About the Door."

It is such a treat to welcome Stephanie Belsky to the studio to reminisce about her story, "Permission to Unmute." She took the stage in 2025 at the first That's What She Said Atlanta and continues to use her voice to empower others. 

In this beautiful and funny tribute, Michelle Hyde shares memories of her mother and tells our hosts about appearing on stage in That's What She Said Quad Cities. 

When the stress of life takes you to the breaking point, you have to be brave enough to take the time away to heal. In her story, "31 Days in Santa Fe," our guest Kate Morrison shares her experience of seeking help and finding her calling.    *** Sensitive Content Warning: Elements of the story in the podcast refer to mental health issues including anxiety and depression. ***   *** If you are expe...

Tierra Brown had the opportunity to revisit the story she shared in the very first That's What She Said in Danville, IL and reflected on what it has meant to be "The Strong Friend."