Broadlines

This week, Rae and Natalie discuss how having friends at work can actually improve, well, everything about work! Workplace friendships are proven to drive business outcomes: Think stronger performance and higher retention. And that promotion? Chances are your work bestie helped you get there by cheering you on, giving you honest feedback, and pushing you to grow. According to Gallup, employees wit...

This week, Rae and Natalie are joined by a very special guest, breast surgeon Dr. Heather Richardson from the Bedford Breast Center! We’re learning about “milk lines,” how to do a breast self-exam, and debunking breast cancer myths, like how it only appears in older women. But awareness doesn’t have to mean anxiety! You can empower yourself by learning your family history, getting regular mammogra...

For every additional 10 hours of vacation time employees take, their year-end performance improves by 8%. On top of that, using all your vacation time statistically increases your chances of getting a promotion or raise. Rest directly translates to better results and career advancement and is essential for productivity, wellbeing, and actually showing up as your best self at work!  EPISODE CREDITS...

Introducing Broadlines! Rae Williams and Natalie Lizarraga bring real talk to The FQ’s first-ever weekly video podcast. Each week they’ll dive deep into stories shaping how women live, lead, and show up in the world. Because honestly? We don’t need another breaking news alert, we need context, nuance, and honest conversation. Tune in on February 3, 2026 for the first episode! 🎙️ Broadlines is a pr...