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Episode 50: Nervous System Healing & Pain Relief Through Massage | Olympic Trials Runner Sarah Allers Episode Summary In this episode of the Women of Fort Mill Podcast, host Leah Williams sits down with Sarah Allers, owner of Massage Works and former Olympic Track & Field Trials competitor, to explore how massage therapy goes far beyond relaxation. With 19 years of experience and a backgro...

Episode 49:    Beyond a Dream Inc: Empowering the Next Generation of Leaders  Episode Summary In this powerful episode of the Women of Fort Mill Podcast , we sit down with Shereka Johnson, Executive Director of Beyond a Dream Inc , to discuss purpose, leadership, mentorship, and empowering youth in underserved communities. Shereka shares her personal journey from growing up in Jamaica—feeling limi...

Episode 48:  Nervous System Regulation for Women: How to Stop Surviving and Start Flourishing | ft. Dr. Patience Canty  Episode Summary In this powerful episode of the Women of Fort Mill Podcast, Leah Williams sits down with Dr. Patience Canty , founder of Flourish Wellness Center , to explore nervous system regulation, emotional resilience, and holistic healing for women, children, and families....

Episode 47:  Minerals Before Detox: The Missing Foundation for Women’s Energy, Hormones & Stress  Episode Summary In this episode of the Women of Fort Mill Podcast , host Leah Williams welcomes back holistic nutrition expert Katie Linden of The Balanced Way for a deeply practical and eye-opening conversation about mineral balance, cellular health, and sustainable wellness for women . Katie sha...

Episode 46:  Finding Peace Through Tachyon Healing  Episode Summary In this powerful and deeply resonant episode of the Women of Fort Mill Podcast , co-host Leah Williams sits down with Adrienne , founder of Torchbearer Tachyon , to explore an innovative and lesser-known healing modality rooted in energy, science, and spirituality: tachyon chambers . Adrienne vulnerably shares her personal journey...

Episode 45:  From Burnout to Balance: Sound Healing, Nervous System Regulation & Women’s Wellness  Episode Summary In this powerful episode of the Women of Fort Mill Podcast , co-host Leah Williams sits down with Diana Rizkowski , former corporate marketing executive turned holistic wellness leader, sound healer, and founder of multiple women-centered wellness communities. Diana shares her dee...

Episode 44: Money, Meaning, and Starting Over Series: The Moments That Made Me (Part 3 of 3) Episode Summary In this powerful episode of the Women of Fort Mill Podcast , host Leah Williams sits down with Helen Armstrong and Jen Payeur , the inspiring founders of Divine Health Alliance —a holistic wellness practice in Weddington, North Carolina, that’s transforming lives through physical, emotional...

Episode 43: Money, Meaning, and Starting Over Series: The Moments That Made Me (Part 2 of 3) Episode Summary In this empowering episode of the Women of Fort Mill podcast, co-host Leah Williams continues her Moments That Made Me series with Mara Palermo , a relationship and self-discovery coach. Together, they explore how understanding your attachment style can transform the way you connect with yo...

Episode 42: Money, Meaning, and Starting Over Series: The Moments That Made Me (Part 1 of 3) Episode Summary In this empowering episode of Women of Fort Mill , host Leah Williams opens up about her personal journey from financial struggle to freedom. She reflects on starting over after divorce, learning to rebuild her mindset, and creating a life of abundance by investing in herself. Leah shares h...

Episode 41: Discover Your Season: How Color Analysis Can Transform Your Confidence with Amy Casey of House of Colour Waxhaw Episode Summary: In this vibrant and inspiring episode of Women of Fort Mill , host Kellie Hoover sits down with Amy Casey , founder of House of Colour Waxhaw and former educator turned color consultant, to explore how discovering your personal color palette can transform not...

Episode 40: How Human Design Helps You Heal, Thrive, and Live with Purpose Episode Summary In this inspiring episode of Women of Fort Mill , hosts Leah Williams and Kelly Hoover sit down with Rachel Walt—a Speech-Language Pathologist turned Reiki Master, Human Design Coach, and founder of Crafting Good. Rachel shares her personal journey of transformation—how navigating postpartum depression, care...

Episode 39: Peptides & GLP-1s for Women’s Health (3-Part Series) Part 3 of 3: Perimenopause, Hormones & the Power of Peptides Episode Summary In the finale of our peptide series, host Kellie Hoover breaks down what really happens in perimenopause—why fluctuating estrogen and progesterone can change sleep, mood, cravings, and body composition—and how peptides can support your biology throug...

Episode 38: Peptides & GLP-1s for Women’s Health (3-Part Series) Part 2 of 3: Weight Loss, Energy & Confidence in Midlife Episode Summary: In this powerful continuation of our Peptides Series , host Kellie Hoover takes you deeper into the science and real-life impact of GLP-1s and GIPs—two breakthrough peptides changing the conversation around weight loss, energy, and confidence for women...

Episode 37: Peptides & GLP-1s for Women’s Health (3-Part Series) Part 1 of 3: Peptides 101 - What They Are & Why Moms Are Talking About Them  Episode Summary: In this episode of the Women of Fort Mill Podcast , host Kellie Hoover kicks off a powerful three-part series on peptides . If you’ve heard the buzz about peptides but still aren’t sure what they are or why everyone—from celebrities...

Episode 36: From Teacher to Attorney: Tristan Hunkin on Family, Legacy & Regifting Grace Episode Summary: In this powerful and practical episode of the Women of Fort Mill Podcast , co-host Leah Williams sits down with attorney, author, and military mom Tristan Hunkin, founder of Hunkin Law. Tristan’s story is one of courage, resilience, and reinvention. Once a high school business teacher, she...

Episode 35: Raising Confident & Polite Kids: How Junior Assembly is Shaping the Next Generation Episode Summary: In this episode of the Women of Fort Mill Podcast , host Kellie Hoover welcomes special guest LeShea Perkins, founder of the Junior Assembly program in Fort Mill and Lake Wylie. Junior Assembly is designed to help children develop timeless social skills—that build confidence and pre...

Episode 34: Finding Balance: 3 Daily & Weekly Habits That Align Business and Personal Goals Episode Summary: In this inspiring episode of the Women of Fort Mill Podcast , hosts Kellie Hoover and Leah Williams take listeners behind the scenes of their own lives to share the simple yet powerful habits that help them stay aligned with both business and personal goals. From launching the podcast a...

Episode 33: Confidence After Kids and Truly Rebuilding the Woman in the Mirror Episode Summary: In this powerful episode of the Women of Fort Mill Podcast, co-hosts Kellie Hoover and Leah Williams tackle a topic that resonates with countless mothers: finding and rebuilding your identity and confidence after having kids. They share their personal experiences with the dramatic changes that come with...

Episode 32:  Navigating the Guilt Trip: A Conversation on Mom Guilt Episode Summary: In this episode, hosts Leah Williams and Kellie Hoover have a candid discussion about the universal experience of mom guilt. They dive into what mom guilt is, how it manifests at different stages of a child's life, and how to manage the pressure—both internal and external—that comes with modern parenting. The...

Episode 31: Seasons of Growth: Knowing When to Pivot, Pause, or Push Episode Summary: In this episode of "Women of Fort Mill," hosts Leah Williams and Kelly Hoover discuss the topic of "seasons of growth," focusing on when to pivot, pause, or push in both personal and professional life. They share their experiences as "drivers" and high-achievers who are used to hustl...

Episode 30: How to Not Crumble in life when you are facing a life crisis Episode Summary: In this deeply moving episode of the Women of Fort Mill Podcast , your co-hosts Kelly Hoover and Leah Williams get vulnerable about what it means to keep showing up when life hits the hardest. From brain tumors to personal loss, divorce, and parenting challenges, this conversation isn’t just about surviving c...

Episode 29: The Myth of Balance: How Real Woman Make It Work Episode Summary: In this insightful episode of the Women of Fort Mill podcast, co-hosts Kelly and Leah tackle the often-debated concept of "balance" for real women and mothers. They delve into whether true balance exists, how its definition varies for each individual, and share their personal strategies for managing busy lives,...

Episode 28: Breaking Down Financial Barriers: ClimbFund's Impact on Small Business Growth Episode Summary: This episode features a conversation with Keonta Ramsey, Director of Growth for ClimbFund, a non-profit community lender. ClimbFund is dedicated to helping entrepreneurs access capital when traditional banks decline their applications. They are a certified Community Development Financial...

Episode 27: Time Management (Part 2) - Owning Your Mornings for a Happier, More Confident You Summary In this episode of the Women of Fort Mill Podcast, co-hosts Kellie Hoover and Leah dive into the power of owning your mornings (or evenings!) to reduce stress, increase confidence, and create a happier household. Kellie shares her personal morning routine, emphasizing small, consistent changes, an...

In this episode of the Women of Fort Mill podcast, hosts Kelly and Leah have an intimate conversation about personal growth, relationships, and parenting. Leah shares her journey of transformation, discussing how she evolved from being insecure and work-driven to prioritizing family, setting boundaries, and creating meaningful connections with her husband and son. Episode Highlights: - [0:00:00] -...