The SVee Show: HERstory in the making

Hey friends! today’s episode features Jennisue Jessen, the founder of Compass 31. She was tragically sold into the sex trade at just four years old. She’s lived through more than most of us can imagine, but instead of letting it define her, she’s built her life around fighting human trafficking. At Compass 31, Jennisue and her team focus on three main areas: Helping survivors heal and rebuild thei...

Today on The SVee Show, I’m so happy to welcome someone whose personal story and professional work are both incredibly powerful. Dr. Gloria Vanderhorst has spent over 50 years helping people, from preschoolers to adults, navigating trauma and building healthier relationships. Her journey is deeply moving. Born with spina bifida, Gloria’s earliest moments had a ripple effect that she only came to f...

Today on The SVee Show, we’re so excited to welcome Dr. Kristen Williamson! Kristen is a licensed professional counselor and the founder of Empower Mind Solutions. She’s also an autistic and ADHD adult who was diagnosed later in life and as she would say, she's proudly neurospicy. After her own journey of discovery, Kristen turned her experience into a passion for helping other neurodivergent peop...

I am super excited to have Neena Pandey as our guest. Neena is a powerhouse, a mother, wife, a serial entrepreneur, Forbes author, speaker, startup advisor, and business coach who’s also passionate about empowering women and promoting mental health. Through her apparel brand, String Code, Neena inspires women to pursue their ideal life paths with confidence while celebrating inclusivity and body p...

As a little girl in Moscow, Ana Megrelishvili picked up bottles to buy bread and even stole food from classmates because she was so hungry. Life was incredibly hard. But Ana never gave up. Years later, she came to the U.S. on a scholarship, built a successful career, and had a life-changing spiritual experience that led her to a new mission, helping others who are struggling, just like she once wa...

Today on The SVee Show, I’m so excited to welcome Anna Reger! She’s the founder and CEO of FlipLok, a smart safety solution created to protect kids in schools and now used in homes, offices, and hospitals too. But Anna’s story goes way beyond business. She grew up in one of Houston’s toughest neighborhoods and worked hard to build multiple companies. She’s a mom, a mentor, and someone who truly ca...

Today on The Svee Show, I’m so excited to welcome someone whose story will truly move you. Amy Shaw is a mother of ten, yes, ten! including six adopted children, five of whom have special needs. She's a speaker, an artist, and the heart behind Walk the Red, a program that helps people face terminal illness, and their loved ones, live and end well. When Amy’s husband was diagnosed with terminal can...

Forgiving doesn't mean giving in, it means letting go! That was the powerful message Katharine Giovanni brought to our conversation, and it left a lasting impact on me. As a bestselling author, speaker, and coach, Katharine shared her personal journey, surviving stage 3 breast cancer, navigating deep struggles, and turning it all into wisdom to help others heal. During our time together, she broke...

I had the pleasure of sitting down with children’s author Steph Katzovi in a truly lovely episode. After a 15-year career as a speechwriter and communications consultant at Deloitte, Steph followed her childhood dream and became a published author of the acclaimed middle-grade novels Hurricamp! and Miscommunicamp!, which bring to life the hilarious adventures of tweens at Camp Hillside. In our con...

We had the pleasure of hosting Reverend Cheryl Kincaid on our show, where she shared her journey of overcoming childhood abuse and how her faith guided her healing process. With over 20 years in ministry, Cheryl has supported many through their own recoveries. She discussed the importance of understanding forgiveness versus denial, the role of righteous anger, and maintaining faith during challeng...

On this episode of The SVee Show, I had a one-of-a-kind conversation with not one, but three amazing women—Anusha Subramanian, Sashi Bahuguna, and Guneet Puri. They’re the founders of Bohemian Adventures, a group that's making mountain adventures fun, safe, and inclusive for everyone. Their story started with a shared love for mountaineering back in 2009. After volunteering during the 2013 Uttarak...

Today’s episode featured Dr. Cali Estes, a true expert in addiction recovery and mental health. She shared her incredible journey, from overcoming personal struggles to building the world’s largest addiction and mental health education company. Dr. Estes provided real, no-nonsense insights on breaking addiction cycles, overcoming adversity, and staying resilient. She has worked with top profession...

Today, we have June Kraholik with us. She’s an author, mom, and survivor who has been through a lot but found a way to keep going. She wrote "Momma You Don’t Heal", a book to help mothers who have lost a child, and just published "Whispered Promises", a contemporary romance. June’s story is one of strength and courage. She lost her son, Kaleb, when he was just 2 years old, and it took her years to...

Lisa Johnson, has been through the wringer of high-conflict divorce and came out stronger. After spending $100K on legal battles, she had to represent herself and ended up making legal history. Her case set a precedent, and her testimony helped pass Jennifer’s Law, protecting victims of coercive control. Now, as co-founder of Been There Got Out, Lisa helps people navigate toxic breakups, custody b...

Today’s guest, Mary Boecker, is helping more women feel comfortable and confident on the golf course. A few years ago, she missed out on a big opportunity simply because she didn’t know how golf handicaps worked. That moment stuck with her and inspired her to make the game more accessible for women. Now, Mary shares what she’s learned to help others get started, improve their skills, and enjoy the...

In this episode, I had the absolute honor of talking with Lisa Sugarman, an author, columnist, and fierce mental health advocate. She’s also a crisis counselor with The Trevor Project and a storyteller with NAMI, helping to break the stigma around mental health and suicide. Lisa’s story truly moved me. When she was just 10 years old, she lost her dad and was told he had died of a heart attack. But...

In this episode of The Svee Show: HERstory in the Making, I had the pleasure of chatting with Maddison Sutton, a Certified Integrative Health and Wellness Coach. Maddison opened up about her personal journey, sharing how she grew up in a divorced family and overcame a mentally abusive relationship. She also spoke about her father's battle with mesothelioma, which led her to leave a successful corp...

In this episode, licensed therapist Lindsey Carnick shares quick, effective stress management techniques designed for busy professionals. As the founder of Onward Psychological Services and creator of Practical/Tactical Stress Management for Professionals, Lindsey believes real change happens through small, value-driven choices. Tune in as we discuss overcoming the heart vs. mind battle, staying t...

I’m excited to chat with Meher Parul Nagar! Meher is all about healing, helping people recover from complex PTSD and multi-abuse trauma using somatic methods. As a survivor herself and a professional with an MA in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, she’s created a safe space for people to work through their mental, physical, and emotional struggles. Her mission? To tackle generational trauma, from...

On today’s episode we have Kaylea Van Arsdale, a domestic violence survivor who completely turned her life around. She rediscovered her worth, set boundaries, and started chasing her dreams, and now, she’s living them! Kaylea runs a 6-figure business, manages operations for multiple 7-figure companies, and still finds time to homeschool her two kids. She’s here to share her journey and inspire oth...

In this episode, our guest Mary shares her raw and honest journey through some of life’s toughest challenges; divorce, infidelity, and breaking free from alcohol addiction. For years, she fought to save a marriage that was costing her self-worth and turned to alcohol to numb the pain. But in 2022, she made a powerful choice to get sober and face her emotions head-on. Her story is one of healing an...

After the devastating loss of her son,  to a senseless act of violence, Rhonda endured a heartbreak most of us can’t even begin to imagine. Yet, in the face of unimaginable grief, she found a way to transform her pain into purpose. Through her work with Intelligence Solutions and her book Crossroads, Rhonda now empowers others to navigate life’s toughest challenges, offering hope and guidance in t...

In this episode, we talk with Dr. Lynn Banis, who turned heartbreaking loss into a mission to help others. After losing her mother, brother, and husband within a span of three years, she rebuilt her life with a new purpose. Now, Dr. Banis helps widows move past grief, find connection, and create joyful, meaningful lives. Her story is powerful, and her advice is uplifting—don’t miss it! Get in touc...

In this episode, Kim, a former personal trainer, nutrition coach, and first-time author, shares how she learned to love herself again after struggling with weight gain during menopause. She talks about her years helping women celebrate non-scale victories and how she finally applied that same kindness to herself. Kim’s book, Reflections of Joy: Learning to Love the Woman You See While Becoming the...

Today, we’re thrilled to welcome Teresa Rosario to The Svee Show: HERstory in the Making! Teresa is the creator and host of Ride or Die: From Teens to Prosecco Queens, a platform where she empowers and connects with others through relatable stories. With her signature blend of gentle humor and heartfelt honesty, Teresa shares her journey of healing and self-discovery, reminding us that our struggl...