Wickedly Smart Women

Anjel B Hartwell welcomes esteemed guest Karen Hurd, a nutritional biochemist with over 30 years of experience. Karen, who holds master's degrees in biochemistry and public health, has dedicated her life to understanding the transformative power of food. Karen shares her deeply personal and inspiring story about how her daughter Ruth's severe health crisis sparked her journey into the world of nut...

The insightful Rachel Madorsky, a renowned psychotherapist, executive coach, and best-selling author joins Anjel B Hartwell on Wickedly Smart Women. Rachel's book, "How to Love Yourself in Less Than a Week and Also for the Rest of Your Life," serves as a beacon for women striving to nourish and thrive in demanding environments. Rachel reflects on her childhood experiences and how they shaped her u...

In this transformative episode of the Wickedly Smart Women Podcast, host Anjel B Hartwell welcomes the remarkable Leah Rae Getts, co-founder of digitaltrailblazer.com. Leah shares her journey from a traditional job in nursing to becoming a successful entrepreneur and online marketing coach, emphasizing the importance of foundational systems in your business. Listen in as Leah Rae dives deep into s...

Gail shares her incredible journey from a successful investment advisor to becoming a soulful songwriter, author, and motivational speaker. Embracing a vibrant second act, Gail's story is one of reinvention and resilience. Discover the importance of robust business planning as Gail discusses strategies for managing cash flow and securing financial support through loans and grants. Hear firsthand h...

Join host Anjel B Hartwell in an enlightening conversation with Tanaha Hairston, the remarkable founder of RISE, in this episode of Wickedly Smart Women. Discover the compelling journey of a woman who transitioned from corporate life to becoming a formidable advocate for women in private impact investing. Hairston shares her inspiring transformation, rooted in her entrepreneurial aspirations, and...

In this enriching episode of Wickedly Smart Women , host Anjel B. Hartwell dives deep into the transformative world of financial therapy with the insightful Erika Wasserman . As one of only 100 certified financial therapists globally, Erica brings a unique blend of financial acumen and emotional intelligence, guiding listeners through the importance of redefining their money mindsets. The discussi...

This week, we engage in a captivating conversation with Lex Amore, a trailblazer in mind-body healing and an advocate for integrating natural world-inspired nutrition and health practices. In this episode, Lex shares her transformative journey from a high-impact career in journalism and PR tied to the oil and gas industry to becoming a beacon of sustainability and holistic healing. Driven by perso...

In this spectacular episode of Wickedly Smart Women , host Anjel B Hartwell sits down with the incredibly versatile Nancy Dillingham Marks. With a rich background working for some of the largest corporations, including ABC Entertainment, Columbia Pictures, Sony Pictures Entertainment, IBM, and Toshiba, Nancy's journey is a compelling testament to resilience and creativity. Nancy opens up about nav...

Join us in this transformative episode of Wickedly Smart Women as host Anjel B Hartwell welcomes Francesca Sipma , a trailblazer in consciousness and breathwork. Francesca's riveting journey from a high-powered advertising career in New York to finding her life purpose is nothing short of inspiring. Dive deep into Francesca's personal revelations and the significant shifts she experienced through...

In this monumental 300th episode of the "Wickedly Smart Women" podcast, we are joined by a special guest host, Lou Diamond. Known for his invaluable influence in the world of podcasting, Lou steps in to celebrate this incredible milestone and introduce the renowned host and visionary, Anjel B Hartwell. Anjel B Hartwell, usually behind the mic as the host, shares her transformational journey which...

Host Anjel B Hartwell welcomes the extraordinary Baeth Davis, also known as "Doctor Purpose." Known for her innovative approach to helping leaders, particularly healing artist entrepreneurs, Baeth shares her journey and insights into aligning one's business with their core purpose to achieve true fulfillment and impact. Having admired Baeth since 2008, Anjel delves into Baeth's 22 years of experti...

Join host Anjel B Hartwell on this transformative episode of "Wickedly Smart Women" as she engages in an enriching conversation with Kavita Ahuja, a certified women's career and life transitions coach, podcast host, and founder of "It's My Time Now" coaching. In this episode, Kavita shares her powerful journey of leaving a 25-year corporate pharmaceutical career to find her true passion in coachin...

In this powerful episode of "Wickedly Smart Women," host Anjel B Hartwell is joined by the inspiring Jennifer Ginty. Jennifer is a single mom and entrepreneur who bravely opens up about her journey managing complex PTSD and major depressive disorder, stemming from childhood trauma. Despite facing numerous challenges, including the absence of a healthy parental model and internal struggles, Jennife...

In this compelling episode of the Wickedly Smart Women Podcast, host Angel B Hartwell sits down with Jennifer Johnson, a former ER nurse who faced severe burnout during the COVID-19 pandemic and emerged stronger by transitioning into entrepreneurship. Jenn shares her inspiring journey from the chaos and confusion of the early days of the pandemic to her bold decision to leave nursing after experie...

Dive into an enlightening episode of the Wickedly Smart Women podcast as host Anjel B Hartwell welcomes the multifaceted Raeanne Lacatena. A business coach, mental health practitioner, and Reiki master, Raeanne shares her personal journey, emphasizing the challenges and transformations she faced while balancing motherhood and her professional aspirations. Discover how Raeanne integrates empathy, e...

We are thrilled to bring you Lei Wang, a motivational speaker, executive coach, and the first Asian woman to complete the Explorer's Grand Slam—conquering the seven summits and skiing to both poles. Lei shares her incredible journey from being a city girl in Beijing with no athletic training to becoming a world-class adventurer. Her story is one of resilience, meticulous planning, and relentless p...

Elevate your parenting game in this enlightening episode of "Wickedly Smart Women," where host Anjel B Hartwell engages in a compelling conversation with Kiva Schuler, founder, and CEO of the Jai Institute for Parenting. Together, they explore the transformative journey Kiva has embarked on, turning personal trauma into a global movement that revolutionizes parenting. From insights on personal and...

In this enlightening episode of the Wickedly Smart Women Podcast, host Anjel B. Hartwell sits down with the innovative and inspiring Dagna Bieda. Dagna shares her journey from a promising engineer in robotics to a transformative coach for tech professionals. With over 10 years of coding experience, Dagna discusses her transition into coaching, where she now helps individuals reprogram their minds...

In this inspiring episode of the "Wickedly Smart Women" podcast, host Anjel B. Hartwell welcomes Stephana Johnson, an award-winning speaker, author, and leadership energy expert. Stephana shares her journey from crisis management in the music and entertainment industry to becoming a pioneering force in leadership transformation. Tune in as Stephana reveals how witnessing her mother's entrepreneuri...

In this milestone episode of the Wickedly Smart Women Podcast, join our host Angel B Hartwell and her trailblazing guests Katie Brinkley, Stacy Shifflett, Ellen Albertson, Kathi Sohn and Tiffany Lee as they share transformative stories of personal and entrepreneurial reinvention. Celebrating 5 years of inspiring, activating, and informing women leaders globally, this special episode delves into bo...

In this episode of Wickedly Smart Women, host Anjel B Hartwell engages in a compelling conversation with Anu Bhardwaj, founder of the State of Women Institute and SHEQONOMI.   Anu shares her inspiring journey, starting from a radio show to creating a multi-platform app aimed at economically empowering women worldwide. Despite the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic, limited technology, and high co...

In this episode of Wickedly Smart Women, host Anjel B Hartwell engages in a profound conversation with sensory perception and emotion management strategist, Kim Korte.   They explore the importance of acknowledging the limitations of our perception, the transformative power of shifting from fear to curiosity, and the unconventional blending of culinary metaphors to understand emotions.   Kim opens...

In this episode of Wickedly Smart Women, host Anjel B Hartwell engages in a compelling conversation with Satya Leela, a former chiropractor who transitioned into a sacred sexuality teacher. Influenced by a sex-positive upbringing and dissatisfaction in her chiropractic career, Satya Leela redefined her path to focus on sexual energy as a divine force. She shares her journey through personal strugg...

This week, our host Anjel B Hartwell sits down with the remarkable Ali Katz to delve into an insightful conversation about redefining our relationship with competition, finance, and ultimately, financial liberation. This episode will offers you valuable perspectives and actionable advice. Ali shares her riveting journey from law school competition to redefining financial success in our rapidly evo...

We are excited to bring you our latest episode featuring a deeply moving conversation with Ukrainian American author, speaker, and management consultant, Oksana Kukurudza. Oksana shares her powerful story and insights on the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, the historical significance of her homeland, and the pressing need for global support. Tune in now to hear this enlightening episode. Let's stand...