Two Gals and a Mic

In this last episode of the Two Gals and a Mic podcast, we flip the script and my good friend, Donna Andreassi , interviews me.  This interview brought me to tears - for so many reasons. I am immensely grateful to ALL of the women who shared their insights, wisdom, hearts and souls throughout this journey. And, I'm so appreciative of all of the listeners who tuned in, sent comments, shared and lik...

In this 50th episode of the Two Gals and a Mic podcast, 11-year-old Kennedy Miller joins me to share her insights on what it means to be authentic, enough, and amazing.  Talking through tough issues like bullying, the challenges of fitting in, and accepting yourself because you are perfectly made, Kennedy shares her unique vision of what it takes to become an amazing woman.  This conversation remi...

In this episode, we sit down with Jennifer Thayer Knight, a writer with a heart for deepening spiritual connection through the power of prayer. After discovering her passion for writing years ago, Jen just published The 30 Day Prayer Journey , a transformative guided experience designed to help readers strengthen their relationship with God and unlock the full potential of their prayers. We dive i...

In this episode, I’m joined by Kendyl Hanks, an experienced appellate attorney, shareholder in a global law firm, and co-founder of Lady Lawyer Diaries , an online forum which celebrates women in law. Kendyl’s remarkable career spans high-stakes business disputes, constitutional test cases, medical malpractice claims, trade secrets, and more. Beyond her legal expertise, Kendyl is a passionate advo...

In this inspiring episode, I sit down with Lisa Vien, a first-generation American Chinese and Army combat veteran who lives by the Japanese Proverb - “Fall seven times, stand up eight.” Lisa shares her journey through the challenges of PTSD and domestic violence to a thriving career as an interior designer. Lisa opens up about her intense struggles that once left her homebound, hibernating and iso...

After years of adversity and deep soul-searching, Tammy Schafran chose to follow her intuition, moving from New York to Maine to rebuild her life in a simpler, more sustainable way. In this inspiring conversation, Tammy shares how she’s found a profound inner strength, along with an empathetic ability to create and maintain peace, by reconnecting with nature and staying true to herself. Juggling t...

Katie Smith, known as the Queen of the Customer Journey, is a visionary marketer dedicated to transforming chaos and stagnation into strategic success. In this episode, we chat about her unique journey from outdoor guiding to entrepreneurship as the founder of Wild Path Consulting , where she is now empowering businesses to connect with consumers, promote shared values, and be a force for good in...

Starting her career as a classically trained chef and working her way up to become the Executive Sous Chef for the Versace Mansion in South Beach, FL., Karla Gomez, MA, elected to take her life in a different direction and now serves as the Chief Clinical Officer at Aspen Growth Coaching .  With robust experience in residential treatment, Karla serves clients at every phase of their healing proces...

Did you know that sugar is as addictive as cocaine? Mind-blowing! In this insightful conversation, I'm chatting with holistic health and nurse coach, Tana Steiner, who is combining her extensive background in nursing with functional and lifestyle medicine training to bring a holistic approach to healing. As a holistic health coach, and a nurse coach, Tana looks at how lifestyle affects health with...

Hanna Finissi is on a mission to ignite inner wisdom through self-discovery and community connection. On this enlightening episode, we chat about her mission, as a creative healer and coach, to help others live their own version of an ignited life, from the inside out.   Meditation is the foundational element of her well-being coaching business, SoulTrustIgnite , which - as Hanna reminds us - does...

Taylor Thackston, owner of Frying Pan Anglers in Basalt, Colorado, shares her secrets for success, which are anchored in the premise that it's ok to not have a plan because, what is meant for you will find you. Originally from Virginia, Taylor spent a great deal of her youth and most of college chasing trout around Appalachia and Tennessee. Despite spending more time on the water than she did in c...

This week, I'm chatting with Dr. Hannah Wilson, an AASECT-certified sex therapist who has a passion for providing accurate sex and sexual health education through her practice at OH Hi Collective. As an entrepreneur and foundress of both OH Hi Collective and Prickly Peach Sex Therapy, Hannah works as a holistic and systems therapist who is committed to reducing shame around sexual health through e...

In this week's episode, I'm sitting down with entrepreneur, Danielle Hendon, to talk money. As a Fractional CFO, and owner of 4 Corners CFO , Danielle helps small business owners understand their numbers so they can intentionally grow their profits and pay themselves what they are worth. In this uplifting conversation, we navigate through what can often be a hard topic for many entrepreneurs, to b...

As the spouse of a combat-injured Marine, a mom of five, and the manager of the Warrior Week program at Camp Southern Ground , Megan Murphy is passionate about helping Veterans in their transformational and well-being journeys.  In this week's conversation, Megan reminds us that we all need a reason to get out of bed in the morning, put our feet on the ground and smile. That "something to do" ofte...

In this impactful episode, I'm sitting down with Rachael Dunkel-Dodier, MS, LCPC, LAC, HCDC, NBCC, CDWF a certified high-conflict divorce coach, founder of Bridger Peaks Counseling and solopreneur, with her Resilience to Rise Coaching business. Rachael brings a unique combination of formal education and personal experience to help support women who are navigating divorces marked by addiction, abus...

Living on a small sustainable farm in Montana's mountains, Lorca Smetana, a resiliency expert who is no stranger to navigating crisis, trauma and grief, has created a body of work to inspire newfound purpose and strength to those who are coping with life’s difficult challenges. In this episode of the Two Gals and a Mic podcast, Lorca reminds us that healing is iterative and filled with spirals of...

This week, I’m chatting with Jordan Watkins , who is a clinical social worker for the VA as part of the Suicide Prevention team, and has a heart for Veterans and a propensity for surfing.   As the owner of a private counseling practice, Jordan focuses on helping people through the trials and messy parts of adulthood and leans on her experiences as a fitness coach and a Title Boxing trainer to remi...

In this powerful episode, I'm chatting with Kiley Poole, an Air Force Veteran, and mom, who is focusing her talents and energy to help heal those who served. Despite being traumatized by toxic female leadership during her time in service, Kiley is committed to her own healing journey and leaning into being in community with women, with an open heart, and an open mind. Kiley's honest and raw perspe...

This week, I sit down with U.S. Marine Corps Veteran, Doreen Bender Johnson, to chat about her deep sense of compassion and love for others, which stems from the belief that we are all here for each other. In this candid interview, Doreen shares her experiences about navigating racial animosity,  rebuilding post-divorce, the sense of joy that can be found when we take time to listen to others, and...

This week, I'm chatting with Alex Mufson, a CEO, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and serial entrepreneur who started her first business at three years old. She built Aspen Growth Coaching , a values-led company from zero to seven figures in three years with no seed money, no investors and no compromises and is now on a personal and professional mission, through her latest venture, Rêv , to redire...

From runways to rooftops, Jessye Archer is a U.S. Air Force Veteran and expert homebuilder who has dedicated her professional career to building homes, neighborhoods, and relationships with homeowners and building professionals. In this week's episode, Jessye shares her wisdom for dealing with fear, imposter syndrome and limiting beliefs to excel as an entrepreneur and, in her executive role, as t...

Seven years ago, in her early 40's, artisan Dakota Meeks stepped away from her professional career in conservation, without much of a plan, but with a deep knowingness that she had to follow her purpose. In this week's episode, we chat about Dakota's journey from an office space to her own place, where now, as a self-taught artisan, she uses wood, metal fabrication and epoxy to create functional a...

(Trigger Warning: Episode contains conversations related to Military Sexual Trauma) On this week's episode, Wendy Dumke, an Army Veteran and mom of two, shares her candid story of the 25-year secret she kept after surviving being raped during her time in service. During this heartfelt conversation, Wendy shares her passion for helping other Military Sexual Trauma (MST) survivors move from negative...

Rachel Andras is a seasoned fly fishing guide and instructor, a busy mom of two, and a certified health coach. As a person who lives with intentionality, and with a spirit of no regrets, Rachel is using her many talents to help people thrive.  In this engaging conversation, we chat about Rachel's journey in the fly fishing industry and the importance of perseverance. We also discuss her transition...

On this week's episode, I sit down with Jen Stevane, MD, a board certified surgeon who is passionate about practicing a holistic approach to patient care by addressing the ways disease, injury and surgery can affect one’s sleep, nutrition, diet, stress, relationships and microbiome. Dr. Jen has been working in and around surgery and its patients for over 20 years and, in 2020, started Integrative...