WIL Talk (Women in Leadership Talk)

What if the healthcare system stopped making things harder for the people it’s meant to help? In this powerful episode of Women in Leadership Talk, host Vicki Bradley sits down with Michelle Carnahan, a leader at the forefront of healthcare innovation, to unpack what’s truly broken in today’s healthcare systems—and what it will take to fix them. Want to deepen your leadership journey? You’ll find...

Ever feel lonely even when your life looks successful on paper? In this powerful episode of Women in Leadership Talk , Vicki Bradley sits down with relationship coach Katarina Polonska to unpack the hidden loneliness many high performers experience behind closed doors. From insecure attachment styles to the impact of hustle culture, technology, and emotional disconnection, this conversation dives...

Caregiving is one of the most emotionally demanding roles and one of the most invisible. In this episode of Women in Leadership Talk , Leo Barbe shares how caregiving shaped his life and led him to create Lane, an AI companion built to support caregivers emotionally and practically. This isn’t about replacing human connection. It’s about making sure caregivers don’t face guilt, anxiety, and loneli...

What if the key to career success isn’t doing more but trusting yourself more? In this episode of Women in Leadership Talk , host Vicki Bradley sits down with Monique Hayward , a powerhouse leader with 25+ years across marketing, entrepreneurship, and corporate leadership. From navigating career pivots to building trust, mentorship, and meaningful relationships, Monique shares the lessons that sha...

What if your ADHD wasn’t the problem, but the power? Executive coach Serena Palmer joins Women in Leadership Talk to share her journey through ADHD, addiction, and leadership — and why self-kindness beats shame every time . This episode reframes neurodiversity, challenges stigma, and shows how creativity, flexibility, and freedom can unlock extraordinary leadership. Want to deepen your leadership...

Are you scaling customer success with AI or losing trust in the process? In this must-listen episode of Women in Leadership Talk , host Vicki Bradley sits down with Kellie Capote , customer success expert and author, to unpack how digital transformation and AI are reshaping customer experience, without sacrificing the human connection. From automation and personalization to trust, leadership, and...

We often think fear means we’re not ready but what if it’s actually part of the path? In this episode, Vicki Bradley sit down with Renee Zukin where she opens up about the realities of fear, self-doubt, and imposter syndrome that surface throughout both personal and professional growth. She shares how therapy, mentorship, and emotional awareness helped her understand shame, guilt, and the inner cr...

What if the “Superwoman” we’ve been trying to become… is the very thing harming us? This week on the podcast, I sit down with DeClouet — the first female engineer in offshore oil exploration — who rose to lead multibillion-dollar divisions in industries that were never built for women, let alone women of colour. Her story redefines resilience, power, and the cost of carrying it all. ✨ This is an...

In this powerful episode of the Women in Leadership Talk Podcast, Dr. Haley Parker uncovers what most of us have never been taught: True health is holistic - physical, emotional, mental AND spiritual. Dr. Haley breaks down the ancient wisdom modern women desperately need today, the limitations of reductionist Western medicine, and the “sixth sense” that guides us more than we realize. You’ll hear...

Why are so many women exhausted even when they’re “doing everything right? In this powerful episode of Women in Leadership Talk , Dr. Jen Parsons breaks down the real science behind women’s sleep, explaining why sleep deprivation is now a silent epidemic affecting 75% of her patients. Dr. Jen uncovers how hormonal shifts, stress, caregiving roles, and modern lifestyle patterns deeply impact sleep...

Is Gen Z redefining what it means to build a career?  In this week’s episode of the Women in Leadership Talk Podcast , Vicki Bradley sits down with Julia Haber , founder and CEO of Home From College, to explore how the next generation is rewriting the rules of career development. Julia shares her journey from a high school student with 11 internships to building a platform that’s connecting thousa...

What does it take to lead and thrive when you’re the only woman in the room? In this inspiring episode of the Women in Leadership Talk Podcast, host Vicki Bradley sits down with Dr. Carol Geffner, leadership expert, executive coach, and management consultant, to explore what true leadership looks like in today’s complex, male-dominated industries. Dr. Geffner shares her personal journey from being...

Do you feel like your body is working against you in midlife? In this powerful episode of the Women in Leadership Talk Podcast , Dr. Heather Awad joins host Vicki Bradley to debunk myths around menopause, weight gain, and metabolism. She shares her own journey through perimenopause and the surprising role of sleep, insulin resistance, and hormone changes in women’s health. Dr. Heather Awad reminds...

What if the stories we’ve been told about women were only half the truth? In this week’s episode of the Women in Leadership Talk Podcast , Vicki Bradley sits down with Kadie Phillips , executive coach and advocate for women’s empowerment, to explore how storytelling shapes gender dynamics and leadership today.  Kadie reveals how history’s heroines were misrepresented and how reclaiming their voice...

What if everything you’ve been told about nutrition and women’s health was missing the full story? In this week’s episode of the Women in Leadership Talk Podcast , Vicki Bradley sits down with Emily Kaplan , Co-Founder of Metfix to unpack the truth behind chronic disease, hormonal regulation, and the foods silently harming our health. From seed oils and type 2 diabetes to mental health and menopau...

Is leadership about bold moves or the quiet choices we make every day?  In this week’s Women in Leadership Talk Podcast , Vicki Bradley sits down with Eveline Shen to explore the power of courage, values, and authenticity in leadership. Eveline shares her journey of empowering young women and people of colour, embracing diverse leadership styles, and driving meaningful social change. Tune in to di...

Are your thoughts holding you back more than your circumstances? In this episode of the Women in Leadership Talk podcast , Vicki Bradley sits down with Sarah Fortier , CEO & Founder of Outwitly, to explore the power of mindset in leadership and business. Sarah shares her journey from working with Fortune 500 companies to scaling a women-owned UX and service design firm, and why soft skills, in...

Are you pushing through exhaustion, ignoring the signs of burnout, and questioning your worth? You’re not alone. In this week’s episode of the Women in Leadership Talk Podcast , Vicki Bradley sits down with executive leadership consultant Lynn Blades , author of The Quiet Burn, unpacks the hidden toll of burnout on women leaders. From battling imposter syndrome to embracing the power of “no,” Lynn...

What if the future of cancer detection was just a simple blood test away?  In this episode of the Women in Leadership Talk Podcast , host Vicki Bradley sits down with Susan Tousi , CEO of DELFI Diagnostics, to explore how she’s leading the charge in life sciences with groundbreaking approaches to early cancer detection. Susan shares her journey from corporate leadership to startup CEO, the role of...

What does it take to transform a personal need into a national franchise?  In this episode of the Women in Leadership Talk Podcast, Vicki Bradley sits down with Rhea Lana Riner , founder of Rhea Lana’s Children’s Consignment, to explore her journey from stay-at-home mom to CEO of a multi-million dollar business. Rhea shares how she built her company around community, overcame fear, and found balan...

Is the beauty industry finally ready for more honesty?  On this week’s WIL Talk Podcast , host Vicki Bradley chats with Minou Clark , CEO of RealSelf, about the power of authenticity in marketing, the trends driving aesthetics, and the importance of leading with transparency. From TikTok strategies to redefining success in leadership, Minou proves that being “annoyingly consistent” may just be the...

What happens when success comes at the cost of your health and identity? In this episode of the Women in Leadership Talk Podcast , Vicki Bradley sits down with Dr. Benah Parker a social psychologist, cancer survivor, and executive coach and reveals how leaders can navigate burnout, reclaim their values, and embrace conscious leadership. From building resilience to practicing rest, trust, and deleg...

What would change if every woman could access birth control without barriers? In this powerful episode of the Women in Leadership Talk podcast , Vicki Bradley speaks with Samantha Miller , Co-Founder & CEO of Cadence OTC, about her groundbreaking work to make the most popular birth control pills available over the counter. Samantha reveals the challenges of navigating FDA red tape, confronting...

Burnout isn’t just exhaustion, it’s a signal that something deeper isn’t working. In this episode of the Women in Leadership Talk Podcast , host Vicki Bradley sits down with Meghan French Dunbar , former Conscious Company Media CEO and author of This Isn’t Working. Meghan shares her powerful story of success, panic attacks, and the journey to redefine what thriving really means for women in leader...

Your gut isn’t just about digestion, it’s the command centre for your hormones, metabolism, and even your mood. On this episode of the Women in Leadership Talk Podcast, host Vicki Bradley chats with Dr. Lahana Vigliano about how functional medicine uncovers the root causes of chronic issues like inflammation, stress, and hormone imbalance. She shares practical tips on diet, probiotics, and lifesty...