The VOW

If you're in sales, real estate, or building a business, this episode is for  you . Success isn't just about the wins you share—it's about the rejection you overcome, the sacrifices no one sees, and the resilience you build when things don't go as planned. In this Mini Monday, you'll hear a candid conversation about navigating rejection, earning every client, balancing entrepre...

It’s hard to believe we’re already halfway through the year. In this Mini Monday episode, Tanya shares three mid-year reflections shaped by real life changes, from downsizing and decluttering to intentionally running a small but powerful real estate team. She explores the freedom that comes from letting go of what no longer serves you, why bigger isn’t always better in business or life, and how tr...

A widow, physician, and mother of two, Dr. Julie Hong turned personal loss into a powerful mission to help others heal deeply and live fully. As a family physician, educator, and expert in functional medicine, brain optimization, chronic pain, and men’s health, she bridges science and soul in modern healthcare. Her work focuses on uncovering root causes, restoring balance, and helping people recla...

Choosing a life partner is one of the most important decisions you'll ever make—but have you ever considered how that choice impacts your future children? In this heartfelt episode, Tanya shares her journey through dating, relationships, and ultimately finding her husband, Chad. From navigating the challenges of modern dating to discovering that the qualities that matter most aren't always...

There are so many things I had to unlearn to become who I am today. One of the biggest was believing that life is always fair and that people will always act with kindness and integrity. I grew up seeing the world through a lens of innocence, but adulthood showed me that fairness is subjective and everyone operates from their own perspective. I also had to unlearn that everyone will like you, that...

After 15 years trapped in the cycle of smoking addiction, Jessi discovered a powerful truth: smoking was never the real problem. Beneath the habit were unhealed wounds, unmet emotional needs, and a disconnect from her authentic self. In this inspiring conversation, Jessi shares her personal journey of overcoming addiction through self-awareness, emotional healing, and inner transformation. Rather...

Tresa Halbrooks spent over a decade breaking barriers in one of America's most male-dominated industries — the NFL — before stepping into her next chapter as a CEO, advocate, and survivor. In this episode, Tresa opens up about navigating domestic violence, rebuilding her identity, and turning personal trauma into a multimillion-dollar mission. As the founder of LEGACY Consulting, PR & Even...

Leah Yard’s path into fashion was anything but traditional. Raised on a remote lighthouse island and leaving high school early, she spent years in entry-level jobs, feeling like she didn’t belong. It was through jewelry and personal style that she discovered a powerful shift—not just in how others perceived her, but in how she saw herself. Without formal training or industry connections, Leah buil...

In this episode of  Tanya’s Mini Monday , Calgary real estate professional Tanya shares an honest reflection on one of the hardest truths in real estate: loyalty doesn’t always guarantee repeat business, and past relationships don’t always lead to future decisions. With over 25 years in the industry, she opens up about the emotional side of losing clients she expected to work with again, and the r...

Laverne McKinnon is a coach and mentor who helps women navigate the moments when work becomes deeply personal—when careers shift, identities crack open, and life no longer looks the way it once did. After being fired early in her career, Laverne experienced firsthand the quiet grief that follows professional loss and reinvention. That experience, along with her own journey through infertility, ado...

In this heartfelt Mini Monday episode, Tanya shares an honest look into the realities of raising a tween daughter in today’s beauty-driven culture. As her 12-year-old begins experimenting with makeup and skincare, Tanya opens up about the challenges of navigating sensitive skin, social pressures, and the influence of expensive beauty trends targeted at young girls. Set during Mother’s Day week, th...

Jenna Ghisolfo rebuilt her life from the ground up—and turned survival into purpose. A domestic violence survivor who once relied on Section 8 housing, she is now the CEO of Housing Consultants of America, a national speaker, and United States of America Mrs. Arizona 2026. Through her journey, Jenna transforms lived experience into leadership, helping housing communities stay compliant, fill units...

Monday Mini with Tanya dives into a topic every professional in the public eye needs to hear: personal safety, online harassment, and protecting yourself in an increasingly digital world. In this episode, Tanya shares real-life experiences with scams, cyber harassment, fake client inquiries, AI-generated abuse, and the hidden risks that come with being a visible business owner—especially in real e...

Heather Hendrie is an award-winning storyteller and clinical counsellor who believes truth is most powerful when it’s told with both courage and laughter. Blending raw honesty, sharp humor, and deep compassion, she transforms lived experience into connection — the kind that makes people feel instantly seen and deeply understood. As the visionary behind the  Awfully Hilarious  anthology series — in...

In today’s solo episode, Tanya shares an honest reflection on alcohol, aging, and what really shifts in the body and mind when drinking is no longer part of your lifestyle. This isn’t a judgement on drinking, but a deeper look at awareness, habits, and how our choices shape our energy, clarity, sleep, and overall wellbeing over time. Tanya also shares personal stories and observations from people...

Manmeet Rattu helps high performers and purpose-driven women break free from trauma, self-doubt, and survival patterns living in their nervous system. Drawing on psychology, neuroscience, somatics, Polyvagal Theory, and yogic wisdom, she guides women from burnout to clarity, emotional freedom, and embodied leadership. A survivor of cultural expectations and an abusive arranged marriage, Manmeet re...

In this Monday Mini, Tanya shares a lighthearted but honest reflection on the things she’s officially left behind in her 20s and 30s — and the habits she’s embraced in her 40s. From tube tops and mini skirts (and the nickname “Tube Top Tanya”) to chasing fashion trends, tanning beds, saying yes to everything, and traveling uncomfortably just to get somewhere — Tanya talks about how priorities natu...

Dr. Katherine Kovachik is a clinical psychologist and founder of Ursa Psychology in Winnipeg, specializing in women’s mental health, trauma, and resilience. After leaving an abusive relationship at 18, she turned her lived experience into research and practice, exploring how women rebuild their lives on their own terms. Katherine challenges the idea that recovery is linear or solitary, creating sp...

This week’s solo episode is all about a topic many women face—but few talk about: incontinence , especially after vaginal birth. Whether you’re in your 20s or over 40, it can affect your workouts, daily life, and confidence. I share my personal journey—from trampoline jumps I couldn’t do with my daughters, to HIIT workouts at Barry’s Bootcamp, to discovering tools, tips, and medical options that a...

Kimberly Conte is a memoirist, storyteller, and advocate for women reclaiming their voices. In her powerful book, Who Am I Really, Do You Know?, she takes readers on an intimate journey through trauma, silence, and survival, showing how even the darkest chapters of life can become sources of strength. Kimberly’s story is one of resilience, self-discovery, and transformation, offering a roadmap for...

In this Monday Mini, Tanya shares an honest reflection on the unexpected perks of getting older—especially the quiet confidence that starts to show up in your 40s. From wrinkles vs. wisdom to learning the power of silence, restraint, and emotional intelligence, this episode is about how life experience changes the way we show up in conversations, relationships, and even negotiations. Tanya opens u...

Dr. Tanisha King, Ph. D.  is the founder of  Dr. King Speaks, LLC  and the creator of  Sovereign: Heal. Lead. Rise.  A survivor of childhood trauma and domestic violence, she has transformed adversity into purpose. Raised on Chicago’s South Side as a first-generation college student, Dr. King combines her lived experience with more than 15 years of expertise in culture transformation and leadershi...

Morgana Lakatos-Hayward is a bestselling author and founder of This Isn’t a Diet, helping high-achieving women in midlife master their hormones, metabolism, and energy. A former 2x world champion Latin dancer, Morgana’s own struggles with body scrutiny, disordered eating, and hormonal conditions inspired her mission to help women reclaim vitality. Through her signature Fat Burn Protocol™ and Hack...

Tracy DeTomasi is the CEO of Callisto, a national nonprofit that uses technology to empower survivors of sexual violence. With over 25 years of experience in the gender-based violence field, she leads efforts that help survivors safely identify others harmed by the same person, reclaim control, and pursue accountability. Under her leadership, Callisto has supported millions of college students and...

Katie Winchenbach  is the reigning  National United States Mrs. 2025 , a Fortune 500  corporate attorney ,  fashion designer , and host of the  Lead Fearlessly  podcast. Her path from small-town Maine to negotiating multimillion-dollar contracts and standing on a national stage with a crown is anything but traditional. Guided by her “why not?” philosophy, Katie proves that courage and curiosity ca...