The WECAN Podcast

Welcome back to the channel—step into your next chapter of Biotech leadership! I'm thrilled to welcome Sonya Weigle to WECAN, touching on all things scaling... your career, your soul. Sonya is an absolute powerhouse when it comes to the "People" side of business. She is the Founder and CEO of NextStageBio Advisors, a consultancy helping biotech and life sciences companies navigate transitions and...

In today's episode of WECAN, we're diving into our Spiritual & Entrepreneur Series as Stephanie discusses purpose with Bishop Kevin Foreman, his life story and leadership philosophy. This isn't just a success story; it’s the ultimate "rags to riches" journey that proves how connecting your spirituality with your business can create the assets needed to change the world. Bishop Foreman became D...

Dipa is a University College of Osteopathy Graduate with over 12 years of experience in rehabilitation. From her high-stakes past in City Finance to her present as a mother of three and elite triathlete, she understands the physical and mental demands of a high-performance life. She now provides personal and corporate stress management for global brands like VISA, DIOR, and LOUIS VUITTON. Dipa’s H...

WECAN welcomes Elizabeth Tait and Aryssa Lee Burrs from the incredible acapella sextet, Lyyra, to discuss their debut album Rising. If you haven’t heard them yet, prepare yourself. Their voices don't just reach you; they re-arrange your nervous system, leaving you with a profound sense of hope and connection. Lyyra is redefining the role of upper-voice ensembles in the choral landscape, highlighti...

What a truly wonderful human Lisa Bonos is! In this episode, we are given a front-row seat to a major career transition in journalism unfolding in real time. After 20 years as a reporter for The Washington Post, Lisa recently experienced a layoff. Instead of shying away from the uncertainty, she is here to share exactly what it feels like to reset, pivot, and decide what comes next. We often only...

Today's episode of WECAN, global diversity and inclusion leader Celeste Warren shares her mission to make equity accessible and actionable for everyone. Drawing from her experience as a Chief Diversity Officer at a Fortune 100 company, she discusses her book, “The Truth About Equity.” She provides a roadmap for leaders and individuals to build truly inclusive environments. Celeste shares how her l...

In this episode of WECAN, Stephanie talks with Shoshana Stewart, President of the Turquoise Mountain Foundation, about the ripple effect of her work. We all know the headlines are heavy, but we have the power to choose a different narrative. Together, we tackle a frustrating trend in the non-profit world: the push to fund only "simple," hyper-scalable programs that often miss the actual community...

In this episode of WECAN, Kirsten explores how we can create a handmade future by shifting our perspective on what, and how, we buy. Fast and cheap is not the way forward. We all know we need to get off the consumption hamster wheel and reclaim our power as consumers to change the world. Stephanie is joined by the incredibly resourceful Kirsten Dickerson. She has helped launch and grow both impact...

WECAN reimagine the future with the Circle This Duo to cure the loneliness epidemic. In this soul-stirring Episode of the WECAN Partner Series, Stephanie is joined by Andrea Bendewald and Emily Kratter, the visionary co-hosts of the Circle This Podcast. This isn't just an insight into media, it’s a reflection on how friendship can serve as the ultimate foundation for a professional venture and a r...

Thank you for joining us as we explore how Mike Brcic uses immersive experiences to help us slow down, mine the gold of our own challenges, and find the courage to be seen and connected in all our messy, beautiful truths. Mike is the founder of Wayfinders, and in this Episode he explores with Stephanie how creating immersive experiences in remote places brings entrepreneurs back to themselves, for...

In today's episode, Stephanie sits down to talk corporate strategy with Kelly McGinnis, President of Thermo Fisher Scientific, powerhouse Corporate Strategist, Fortune 100 Executive & Author. Kelly pulls back the curtain on how she manages a global workforce of tens of thousands by focusing on what truly matters: People, Reflection, and Strategy Execution. She leads through complexity at the i...

Nearly 40% of executive transitions fail within the first 18 months because leaders are not set up to succeed. Executives fail when they ignore the human side. Transitioning into a C-suite or executive role is one of the most challenging leaps a leader can take. In this episode on WECAN, Stephanie welcomes Navid Nazemian, ranked the World's #1 Executive Coach, Bestselling Author of "Mastering Exec...

Meet Parul Somani, author of the highly anticipated book, "The Path of Least Regret" (launching March 31st!). A cancer survivor, executive coach, and world-renowned speaker, Parul shares her evidence-based framework for making intentional decisions when the future feels anything but certain. After a life-altering breast cancer diagnosis at 31, right after the birth of her second child, Parul redef...

n this episode of the WeCan interview series, Stephanie welcomes Madeline Di Nonno, the President and CEO of the Geena Davis Institute, to discuss media representation. As a powerhouse in the entertainment industry, Madeline leads the only global research-driven advocacy organisation dedicated to transforming how content creators tell stories through authentic portrayals of our population. From he...

Stephanie welcomes Sam Daley-Harris back to WECAN and discusses their shared commitment to promoting a political centre and supporting grassroots advocacy. With over 40 years of experience, Sam has pioneered the strategies that empower "everyday people" to influence high-level policy. As the founder of RESULTS and the RESULTS Educational Fund, Sam has built an international grassroots lobby dedica...

Can a lawyer change the world from the top of a mountain? In today's episode, Stephanie welcomes back Anjali Mehta, a trailblazing human rights and law of war attorney, professional dancer, and elite athlete on a mission to shatter glass ceilings and scale the world’s highest peaks. Anjali is currently pursuing the Explorer’s Grand Slam, aiming to be the first Indian-American woman to reach the No...

We dive deep into the world of Leadership Development and Emotional Intelligence with the inspiring Lisa Gordon. If you’ve been looking for a roadmap for Career Advancement or wondering how to navigate Workplace Conflict without losing your cool, this interview is for you. Lisa Gordon, founder of Lisa Inspires, joins us to discuss how Emotional Intelligence (EQ) serves as a superpower for the mode...

In today's episode of WECAN, Stephanie chats with Becky Hunt to discuss finding joy after loss. Becky discusses her memoir, Joy Does Return. After the devastating loss of her daughter, Gracie, to a congenital heart defect, Becky embarked on a profound journey of healing that she now shares with the world. Becky opens up about the "messy middle" of grief, the role of faith in her recovery, and her...

Today's episode explores social entrepreneurship. What does it actually mean to "make money and do good" in 2026? Stephanie Ferrario chats with award-winning social entrepreneur and activist Joana Baptista to deconstruct the journey from student to global changemaker. Joana, an Oxford alumna and TEDx speaker, shares the raw reality of building ventures like She Dot and Unipier. From the intersecti...

Discover deep inner wisdom and a spiritual awakening with Roxana Padmini Bibi, a spiritual teacher, healer, and guide of non-dual meditation and awakening practices in this WECAN episode. The transformative power of inner connection, healing, and conscious relationships is something most people miss. Nobody taught us how to meet life like this. Roxana shares her personal journey into non-dual spir...

Happy Women's Day! In this special Interview, we sat down with keynote speaker, author, and podcast host Simone Knego about her new book, Real Confidence and her mission to help women build confidence from within. Simone shares the powerful experiences that shaped her journey from climbing Mount Kilimanjaro at age 42 to raising a multicultural family through international adoption, and how these m...

Meet serial entrepreneur and business strategist Elizabeth (Beth) Mazza, cofounder of Female Mavericks, author of "Entrepreneur Like A Mother", about helping women entrepreneurs break free from corporate limitations and build thriving, scalable businesses. With more than 30 years of entrepreneurial and advisory experience, Beth has worked with leading brands and built companies valued at up to $40...

Discover the story behind one of the most influential names in haircare in this exclusive WECAN Interview with legendary hairstylist John Frieda. For more than 30 years, the John Frieda® brand has been on a mission to transform hair with salon-quality results by addressing the very specific needs of every hair type. From brightening blonde and brunette tones to controlling curls, boosting volume,...

We sat down with Democratic fundraiser, activist, and media entrepreneur, Elizabeth Minnella, for a candid conversation about saving democracy and the future of political organising and messaging in the United States. Liz shares her journey from mobilising women voters during the 2020 election to becoming a connector and strategist working to strengthen progressive voices online. As the founder of...

If you're interested in AI leadership, ethical artificial intelligence, parenting in the digital age, startup growth, or the future of AI technology, this episode delivers practical wisdom and bold vision: Today's interview on AI leadership features Rob LoCascio, Founder and former CEO of LivePerson, who shares why he walked away from leading a global AI company to launch mission-driven startups f...