Women in the Arena

Let's be friends! Have you ever felt that your home could do more for your spirit than just exist as a shelter? We're joined by Paula Agudelo, a sacred interior designer who believes that the right environment can harmonize our feminine embodiment and spiritual growth. Together, we explore how spaces can be transformed to not only soothe the eye but also support profound personal developm...

Let's be friends! Get ready to embark on a journey with me and Dr. Shivani Gupta, an Ayurvedic specialist with a passion for integrating Western and Eastern medicine. This episode offers you a powerful opportunity to explore the world of health from a unique perspective. Dr. Gupta shares the secrets behind her successful company, Fusionary Formulas, and the revolutionary way it works to educat...

Let's be friends! Want to uncover the transformative power of gratitude? Step into our gratitude journey helmed by Serena Gallegos, an esteemed yoga teacher, hypnotherapist, and energy healer. Serena skillfully guides us through an enlightening meditation, employing sound to induce a deep sense of relaxation and energy rejuvenation. To fully immerse yourself in this experience, I suggest creat...

Let's be friends! Can you imagine forging an iron will and becoming an advocate after going through child abuse and domestic violence? Our guest today, Natalie Baird King, an accomplished family law attorney and survivor, has done just that. Drawing on the strength she found in her trauma, Natalie now helps others navigate through their own experiences and thrive beyond them. In a compelling c...

Let's be friends! Imagine tapping into the power of your money mindset to transform your financial future. That’s precisely what you’ll uncover in our enlightening conversation with financial guru and author Jean Lynn. Jean’s insights range from the impact of early money memories on our financial behaviors to breaking away from scarcity mindsets and embracing abundance. She passionately discus...

Let's be friends! Ever wondered how a beacon of hope is born? This week's episode uncovers the inspiring journey of Shirley Buck, a woman who overcame the trauma of an abusive childhood to become a mentor, coach, and soon-to-be author. Her story is one of resilience, a testament to the human spirit’s ability to overcome adversity. As she shares the trials she weathered and the personal gr...

Let's be friends! Life is like an ever-evolving book, with chapters that provide us a chance to define who we are. But are we truly harnessing the potential that each page offers? Join me, as I have an enlightening conversation with Bomi Anise, an international corporate attorney and transformative expert, about how to unlock the inherent brilliance within us, and how to challenge our inner st...

Let's be friends! Ever meet a bright child lagging behind academically and wondered why? Well, our guest today, Tina Kramer, will blow your mind with her revolutionary approach towards understanding these intelligent but struggling learners. A former traditional classroom teacher turned inventor, Tina shares her journey from teaching in Hong Kong to developing a sound device that enhances focu...

Let's be friends! Have you ever felt like you're wearing the "Superwoman Cape," trying to manage your career, while caring for your kids and aging parents, without any time left for yourself? Join me, as I chat with Stacey Luces, the remarkable founder of Evolution Executive Coaching and author of 'We Rise in Power Amplifying Women of Color and Their Voices for Change'...

Let's be friends! What would you do if you found yourself trapped in a cycle of domestic violence? In this week's episode, we were honored to have Symone Fairchild, a screenwriter, actor, director, executive producer, and founder of Eye on DV, join us to share her incredible story of survival and advocacy. Symone opened up about her experiences with domestic violence and how it inspired h...

Let's be friends! Can you believe it's been three years since Women in the Arena first began? To celebrate this milestone, I decided to shake things up and step into the hot seat myself! My dear friend and serial entrepreneur, LaWanna Bradford, takes the reins as she grills me on the origins of our show's name, the lessons I've learned, and how embracing our true selves can lead...

Let's be friends! Have you ever felt like you're drowning in the noise of life's challenges and expectations? Join us as we welcome the incredible Dr. Sariya Saabye, who shares her powerful story of overcoming struggles as a high performer and finding clarity through minimalism. This inspiring episode reminds us that we are not alone in our feelings and experiences and teaches us how...

Let's be friends! What if you could transform your passion for social media into a thriving business at just 24 years old? In today's episode, we talk to the incredible Audrey Buchanan, who did exactly that. Audrey shares her journey of taking a leap of faith, quitting her job, and starting her own social media marketing business at a young age. She breaks down barriers and shares valuabl...

Let's be friends! What if mastering emotional intelligence (EQ) could be the secret to achieving career success? Join us as we discuss this fascinating topic with Charis Loveland, a data scientist and AI technology expert who has honed her EQ skills to thrive in her career and personal life. Through her experiences at prestigious institutions like MIT, Columbia, and Dartmouth, Charis shares ho...

Let's be friends! Susannah Cahalan is a well-known author, journalist, and advocate for mental health awareness. Her book "Brain on Fire: My Month of Madness" chronicles her own experience with a rare autoimmune disease that attacked her brain and caused a range of symptoms including seizures, hallucinations, and memory loss. On this week's show we discuss: Susannah's perso...

Let's be friends! Join us for an enlightening and insightful conversation on the podcast as we dive into the realm of instinctual trauma response with Pamela Bonilla, a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor and Certified Instinctual Trauma Response Therapist. With a Masters' of Science in Professional Counseling and a specialization in Child and Adolescent Disorders, Pam brings a wea...

Let's be friends! In today's episode I am joined by Leora Ruzin, CMB, AMP, Founder and Owner of Ruzin Creative, LLC, as we delve into the topic of imposter syndrome. Leora is a lending executive with extensive experience in mortgage production, compliance, secondary marketing, underwriting and back-office operations. She is also a passionate advocate for financial freedom and housing fina...

Let's be friends! As a guitarist, Jennifer Batten has left an indelible mark on the music industry through her dynamic and innovative performances. With an impressive career spanning over four decades, Batten has worked alongside some of the most iconic musicians of our time, including Michael Jackson and Jeff Beck. For ten years, Batten toured the world with the King of Pop as his lead guitar...

Let's be friends! Meet Dr. Derashay Zorn, a remarkable woman who overcame incredible odds to achieve her dreams. At just 22 years old, she was a single mother of three young children with only an 8th-grade education. Despite the challenges she faced, she refused to let her circumstances define her. Determined to create a better life for herself and her children, she made the decision to pursue...

Let's be friends! This week we get a rare and intimate look into the life of Julia Gordon, Commissioner of HUD, advocate and world changer.  I speak to Julia about how she has defined her career on her terms, identifying what matters most and not compromising on those things she holds precious.  We speak about her journey, the insecurities she feels (spoiler: it's the same ones you feel)...

Let's be friends! Today I get to catch up with my friend Sarah and find out what she's been up to since the last time she was on the show.  Side note; if you missed that episode, I'll paste it here.  Go check it out if you want to learn how to walk in heels without pain: https://womeninthearena.net/episodes/unburden-yourself-from-other-peoples-expectations-with-sarah-bohdanova/ Sarah...

Let's be friends! Have you found your voice?  Not the voice you think you need to be, not the labels you wear and not who you have assimilated to be...but who you were born to be? If you haven't, then this week's guest can be your guide.  Dethra Giles is a four time TEDx speaker, a Top 100 HR Influencer and CEO of ExecuPrep.   But her purpose in life to help others, especially women,...

Let's be friends! Amy Birks has always felt that she here to do more; more life, more joy and more fulfillment. In order to get that, she faced her greatest fears and took a risk on herself.  She has created an award winning business that teaches other people to get more of what they want out of life.  As Amy says, "there is more to life to working hard, not experiencing joy on a regular...

Let's be friends! Katanya Smith is a lawyer, advocate, published author, entrepreneur, and a former corporate executive. After almost 20 years in the financial services sector, including seven plus years in various senior leadership and executive roles, Katanya became one of the many Black women who joined the Great Resignation. Katanya is quick to clarify that she is not a diversity, equity,...

Let's be friends! Jenn was like many of us- on the career fast track to climb the corporate ladder.  Then at 26 a life changing event occurred that forced her to rethink everything- she had a massive stroke that caused her to have to relearn everything she knew.   Today I speak with her about that event and how it changed her life's focus and what's really important. https://www.rewi...