Best Making Peace Visible Podcasts (2025)

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In the Brazilian Amazon, environmental reporting is dangerous business 26:46

4d ago26:46

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Brazil’s Arariboia Indigenous Territory is a green island that spans more than 413,000 hectares (1.02 million acres) in a sea of deforestation. Though the territory is protected by law, it’s become the site of incursions by loggers and cattle ranchers. In a five-year investigative series for the environmental news outlet Mongabay, reporter Karla Me…

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Bonus: A nuanced conversation about USAID (Making Peace Visible) 33:51

10d ago33:51

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This week’s episode is from our friends at the Making Peace Visible Podcast. When the Trump administration slashed the budget and suspended most of the staff of the United States Agency for International Development last month, their representatives said the agency was using taxpayer dollars to fund a radical, “woke” agenda around the world. Critic…

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We Thought We Solved World Peace (Rebroadcast) 33:51

3d ago33:51

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This week we’re bringing back our very first episode, We Thought We Solved World Peace, from September 2024. When host Bridget Conley was a college student in the 90s, there was this air of optimism. It might sound crazy to say now, but she and her colleagues honestly believed they had solved world peace. In this first episode of Disrupting Peace, …

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256: How to Let Go of Fear and Be Brave with Your Business: Fan Favorite Replay 14:09

3d ago14:09

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It’s no secret that running a business can be scary. You grow a business, put yourself out there, and depend on other people. It can be overwhelming at times and feel impossible to run your business without fear. Now, I don’t like the term fearless. In fact, I don’t think that we can be fearless. It’s a very real emotion and there is no denying tha…

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255: Uplevel Your Life and Business Alongside a Leading Lady Ambassador with Heidi Schmidt, Jen Howat, Tara De Leon, and Gala McCray 55:06

10d ago55:06

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Let’s meet more of the inspiring Leading Lady Ambassadors! Each of these women fills the expert role in one or more areas of the Strategic Wheel. I developed the Strategic Wheel to help us see ourselves as a whole person when it comes to caring for not just our businesses but our health, relationships, and everything in between! Today, I’m talking …

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Disrupting Peace: How to be president if you don't have a military 25:33

18d ago25:33

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What's it like to lead without a military? This episode, from our friends at Disrupting Peace, focuses on Costa Rica, and explores what happens when a country abolishes its military, Costa Rica’s approach to domestic security, and the ways that having a military can increase violence and instability in a country. Carlos Alvarado Quesada served as P…

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Italy: What are the long-term impacts of electing a populist leader? 37:46

18d ago37:46

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To close out Season 2, we’re talking about the long-term impacts of electing a right-wing populist to office. Silvio Berlusconi transformed Italian government and society, beginning when he was first elected Prime Minister in 1994. In this episode, we’ll explore how Berlusconi legitimized the far-right (even though he himself was a center right pol…

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254: The Impact of Leading Lady Ambassadors in Business with Lisa Van Wormer, Chrissy Rey, Julie Blamphin, and Maria Winters 54:35

18d ago54:35

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Do you try to compartmentalize your identities as a business owner and as a woman? I created the Leading Lady Ambassador Program to help women see themselves as a whole being, and I’m excited to introduce four more Ambassadors who share the same vision. Joining me today are Lisa Van Wormer, Chrissy Rey, Julie Blamphin, and Maria Winters. These wome…

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US: Fighting for Academic Freedom in Higher Education 44:19

25d ago44:19

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Today we’re talking about academic freedom in higher education. What it is, why it’s at risk, and what’s at stake for democracy when this particular freedom is eroded. We explore why academic freedom is so threatening to existing hierarchies, why it’s so hard to explain academics to a broad audience, and what everyday people are doing to fight for …

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253: How Leading Lady Ambassadors Support You in All Aspects of Being a Woman and Business Owner with Elizabeth Harris, Erin Harrigan, and Susan Mahaffee 45:48

25d ago45:48

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Are you taking advantage of the resources available in the Leading Lady community? One of the most helpful resources is our team of Leading Lady Ambassadors! I am so excited to be joined today by three of our 2025 Leading Lady Ambassadors, Elizabeth Harris, Erin Harrigan, and Susan Mahaffey! In this episode, we’re chatting about what you can expect…

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Journalism under authoritarianism: An indie reporter persists in Venezuela 36:17

1M ago36:17

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Venezuela is a tough place to be a journalist. Our guest this episode, Tony Frangie Mawad wrote last year about the possibility of an opposition victory that would upend the regime of President Nicolás Maduro in the country's July elections. But even though the opposition candidate won the vote, Maduro held on to power, and this year has cracked do…

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Costa Rica: How To Be President If You Don’t Have A Military 26:09

1M ago26:09

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What's it like to lead without a military? In this episode, we focus on Costa Rica, and explore what happens when a country abolishes its military, Costa Rica’s approach to domestic security, and the ways that having a military can increase violence and instability in a country…Plus we’ll have our first former president on the show! Carlos Alvarado…

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252: Introducing the NEW Leading Lady Business Hub 12:58

1M ago12:58

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Have you ever felt like you're drowning in the demands of running a business while trying to balance everything else in life? In this episode, I’m sharing something I’ve been working on for the past year—something I wish I had when I was starting my own business. Alongside the amazing Jen Howat, we’ve created the Leading Lady Business Hub—a members…

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Syria: How Do You Rebuild After a Dictator? 34:27

1M ago34:27

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How does a country rebuild after overthrowing a dictator? On December 8, 2024, armed forces led by Islamist rebel group Hayat Tahrir al-Sham overthrew the Assad regime, which had ruled as a corrupt and brutal dictatorship in Syria for over 50 years. For now, the country is in an in-between phase – what was is gone, but it’s not yet clear what’s com…

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251: Behind the Scenes of a Collaborative Book: Advice from the Authors of We Lead: Volume 2 (Part 4) 25:35

1M ago25:35

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We’re closing out our author interviews! I’ve loved talking with all of these amazing women and learning about the writing process for We Lead: Volume 2. Today I’m joined by Dr. Sara Poldmae, Megan Vaughan, Andrea Neville, and Heidi Schmidt. In this episode, the authors share the main messages of their chapters and how writing helped them better un…

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What does ending mass incarceration have to do with peace? 34:57

2M ago34:57

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After the end of the Cold War, many academics and policymakers believed that a global state of peace was achievable. People talked about a “peace dividend”: A long-term benefit. as budgets for military spending would be redirected to social programs or returned to citizens in the form of lower taxes. Our guest this episode, Bridget Conley, started …

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250: Behind the Scenes of a Collaborative Book: Advice from the Authors of We Lead: Volume 2 (Part 3) 36:00

2M ago36:00

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Another interview with authors from We Lead: Volume 2 means another episode full of inspiration and vulnerability! Today I’m talking with authors Julie Campbell, Elizabeth Harris, Jen Howat, Sam Straub, and Val Anias. I’ve learned so much from them as I’ve read their chapters and I’m excited to dive deeper into their experiences. In this episode, o…

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South Korea: Successfully Opposing Presidential Overreach 26:06

2M ago26:06

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Sustaining a democracy often looks mundane. It includes managing different stakeholders, crafting policy, debating nuances and compromising. Ending a democracy can be dramatic: and it almost happened on December 3, 2024 when the president of South Korea, Yoon Suk Yeol, attempted to declare martial law during a televised address. In this episode, we…

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Iceland: Lessons From The World’s Leader in Gender Equality 32:08

2M ago32:08

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What can we learn about building and sustaining a women’s movement from arguably the world’s leaders: Icelandic feminists? To kick off the season, we’re focusing on Iceland, the country ranked number one for gender equality for 15 years in a row. Together, we explore what makes Iceland unique, how younger generations are pushing the feminist agenda…

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249: Behind the Scenes of a Collaborative Book: Advice from the Authors of We Lead: Volume 2 (Part 2) 29:34

2M ago29:34

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Let’s meet more of the talented authors from We Lead: Volume 2! Today I am joined by Erin Harrigan, Julie Blamphin, Gala McCray, and Ellen Lunay. Although they are very different women I just love what they are accomplishing in their lives, in their businesses, and in leadership as well! In this episode, the women authors share more about themselve…

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A nuanced conversation about USAID 33:10

2M ago33:10

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When the Trump administration slashed the budget and suspended most of the staff of the United States Agency for International Development last month, their representatives said the agency was using taxpayer dollars to fund a radical, “woke” agenda around the world. Criticism coming from the Left since the founding of USAID in 1961 has characterize…

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248: Behind the Scenes of a Collaborative Book: Advice from the Authors of We Lead: Volume 2 (Part 1) 26:39

2M ago26:39

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Let’s meet the wonderful authors of We Lead: Volume Two and learn more about them and the experiences that make up their chapters! I am kicking off a series of episodes where I interview a group of authors at a time from our book, We Lead: Volume 2. So stay tuned for the next few episodes about our authors’ experiences working on this book together…

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Introducing Season 2: Lessons from Global Resistance 3:03

2M ago3:03

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In Season 2 of Disrupting Peace, we are looking around the world – and here in the US – to learn about how people resist efforts to concentrate political power. In each episode, host Bridget Conley, research director at the World Peace Foundation, speaks with local experts on the history and practicalities of resistance. Together they explore what …

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247: Why Women Entrepreneurs Get Discouraged and How to Keep Going 16:44

2M ago16:44

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Let’s be real, entrepreneurship can be an emotional rollercoaster, especially for us women! Not a day goes by that I don’t talk to someone who is so discouraged they just want to throw in the towel. So how can we stay focused on our mission, vision, and values when we feel everything is working against us? In this episode, I’m sharing the real reas…

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"The Fight for Haiti" tells the story of a people's movement against corruption 28:16

2M ago28:16

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Often the news covers crises without context. That's especially true when it comes to coverage of the Global South in international media. Our guest this episode, journalist and documentary filmmaker Etant Dupain, gives us a behind-the-headlines look at events in Haiti, his home country. Dupain says that the gangs who control much of the country no…

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246: You Don't Have to Choose Between Business Success and Personal Well-Being 14:09

2M ago14:09

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If you feel like you have to choose between running a successful business and maintaining your well-being, this episode is definitely for you! I learned early on in my career that taking care of yourself is essential to finding success because YOU are the greatest asset in your business! And I’ve helped so many clients figure this out as well. It’s…

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245: How to Improve Your Writing, Boost Your SEO and Generate More Income Through Blogging with Chrissy Rey: Fan Favorite Replay 21:47

3M ago21:47

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Have you been thinking about starting a blog? Wondering if it’s for you? I’m so excited to be joined by Chrissy Rey with Pongos Interactive to teach us everything we need to know about entering the blogging world. Chrissy is a Leading Lady Ambassador, which means she is committed to helping fellow Leading Ladies thrive in their leadership and busin…

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Could the Israel/Hamas ceasefire lead to lasting peace? 34:10

3M ago34:10

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Israel and Hamas are just over two weeks into a ceasefire agreement, after fifteen months of fighting. This is a paradoxical moment to talk about long term peace. The horrific October 7th attacks and the near - destruction of Gaza that followed, served to amplify already high levels of distrust, hate, and trauma. At the same time, the war has demon…

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244: Recalibrate Your Schedule for Success 16:36

3M ago16:36

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Is it just me, or has January flown by while also feeling 87 years long at the same time? While fresh and new, the start of the year can also leave us feeling overwhelmed and often without any real direction. I’ve been reflecting on what I’ve learned in January and what I’ll be doing differently in February to set me up for success for the rest of …

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Fact checking from your phone 24:04

3M ago24:04

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Imagine you’re living through a crisis in your part of the world. It could be a natural disaster, a contentious election, or even a coup d’etat. Rumors are swirling on social media, on television, and even your family group chat. Events are unfolding rapidly, and you don’t know what to believe. What if, just by sending a text message, you could rea…

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243: Meet the 2025 Leading Lady Ambassadors 22:53

3M ago22:53

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Let’s meet the Leading Lady ambassadors for 2025! Leading Lady Ambassador Program is a mastermind group curated by me to bring together a select group of women entrepreneurs who excel in their fields and meet high standards of quality. The Leading Lady Ambassadors are innovators, creators, and visionaries dedicated to uplifting other women emotiona…

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242: Comparison is the Thief of Joy: Best of 2024 Replay 18:54

4M ago18:54

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We’ve all heard that comparison is the thief of joy, but lately, I’ve realized how true that really is. All the time I hear women talking about how they should be doing something because they see someone else doing it, and believe me, I fall into this trap too. I get it. Why do we think that doing something we don’t want to do is somehow going to m…

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A Syrian journalist in exile looks towards home 33:26

4M ago33:26

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This is a pivotal moment in Syria, the abrupt end of a brutal dictatorship that killed and tortured thousands and terrorized Syrian society. The Assad regime also suppressed speech, and we’re now seeing a surge in independent reports on the news and social media. The big question is what happens next? And what does this change mean to the region? I…

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241: How Healthy Competition Can Actually Be Good For Business 12:32

4M ago12:32

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Does the thought of competition in business make you feel uneasy, or excited? If you feel more on the uneasy side, I hope you’ll check out this episode for a mindset shift! In this episode, I’m sharing what I believe to be the three main benefits of healthy competition and how it can be good for your business. Topics covered in this episode include…

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240: 5 Ways Writing a Book Will Positively Impact Your Business 19:49

4M ago19:49

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Have you considered how writing a book could benefit your business? This episode will give you a glimpse of the possibilities that await when you share your story with the world! In this episode, I'm sharing the top five positive outcomes I have personally experienced in my business since becoming a published author. Each of these outcomes has sign…

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Have we lost the moral common ground? 35:22

5M ago35:22

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Please consider supporting our work at the intersection of peace, conflict, and the media! Make a tax-deductible contribution today at makingpeacevisible.org. Thank you! When you look at the online reactions to major events, or watch news footage of political rallies, you might conclude that people on the political Left have a completely different …

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239: Your Bookkeeper as a Strategic Ally in Your Business with Gala McCray 25:41

5M ago25:41

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Does bookkeeping seem so overwhelming that you’re too afraid to look at your own numbers? If so, you need to listen to this episode! Today I am joined by my friend, fellow Leading Lady ambassador, and my very own bookkeeper, Gala McCray! Gayla is the founder and heart behind Two Arrows, a boutique bookkeeping consultancy that empowers service-based…

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238: Creating a Schedule For Your Best Self: Fan Favorite Replay 22:49

5M ago22:49

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Do you feel like you are living as your best self right now? If not, could your schedule be part of what’s holding you back? Time and priority management play an important role in setting yourself up for success as your best self. In this episode of the Leading Lady podcast, I want to get to the bottom of why your ideal schedule looks so different …

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From Ukraine, war reporting that feels personal 32:56

5M ago32:56

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Support this podcast with a tax-deductible donation. Photographer Anastasia Taylor-Lind and writer Alisa Sopova create intimate, accessible portraits of Ukrainian civilians living close to the frontlines of the Russian invasion. Sometimes their subjects are picnicking in a park or tending a garden. Other times, they’re repairing a ceiling damaged b…

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237: 10 Ways to Practice Gratitude in Your Business 19:47

5M ago19:47

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Are you in the spirit of gratitude this month? Talking about gratitude this time of year may seem cliche, but if you’re like me, gratitude is actually what keeps you grounded through life’s chaos and challenges! In this episode, I’m sharing 10 ways to show gratitude in business, no matter what kind of year you’ve had. Topics covered in this episode…

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In America, a braver way to talk about politics 30:17

5M ago30:17

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In the 2024 election, it was clearer than ever that Americans are “watching different movies,” as political analyst Van Jones put it. Essentially, we’re living inside different narratives that aren’t of our own making. During this campaign season more than ever before, the presidential and VP candidates appeared on sympathetic podcasts as a way to …

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236: Knowing Who Your Ideal Clients Are and How to Attract Them: Fan Favorite Replay 20:58

5M ago20:58

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Just when you thought you were closing a sale or onboarding a new client, he or she suddenly backs out. Frustrating? Definitely! But does it mean failure on your part? No way! In this fan favorite replay episode, let's talk about knowing who your ideal clients are and how to attract them. Learn the right mindset when offering your services and why …

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235: How to Develop Your Brand and Increase Visibility with Jennifer Osterhouse 23:56

6M ago23:56

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Do you want to increase the visibility of your business but don’t know where to start? This episode is for you! Today I am joined by fellow leading lady Ambassador, Jennifer Osterhouse. Jennifer is a graphic designer with over 25 years of experience in direct response design, publication design, and marketing material design. As a client myself, I …

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Tired of polarization? Time to detox 32:50

6M ago32:50

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If you’re listening to this podcast, you’re probably concerned by the level of polarization we’re seeing in societies around the world. We can point fingers at social media, the news media, political parties, fear mongering leaders, poor education, broken political systems… the list is long. The divides can seem so vast, the problems so huge. It’s …

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234: 8 Key Factors to Long-Term Success in Relationships with Aubrey Edwards 29:27

6M ago29:27

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Are you on the lookout for a biz bestie, or maybe just want to improve your relationship with a coworker or friend? This episode is for you! Joining me today is Aubrey Edwards, the person I’ve worked with the closest every day of my life since we started working together over 20 years ago! Aubrey was there when I founded Bright Beginning Children’s…

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How Will The Election Impact Immigration? 28:50

6M ago28:50

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Today’s guest will help us explore this question, as well as the current state of immigration in the US, the areas where both Democrats and Republicans are getting things wrong, and why increasing empathy is necessary to create change. Jason De León is a Professor of Anthropology and Chicana/o and Central American Studies at UCLA, Executive Directo…

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233: How to Have Difficult Conversations: Fan Favorite Replay 15:59

6M ago15:59

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Sooner or later, you're bound to have a difficult conversation either in your personal or professional relationships. How can you handle it like a real Leading Lady? How can you stay on goal and avoid letting your emotions to overtake the discussion? In this Fan Favorite Replay episode, we’re talking about creating a healthy mindset that brings pos…

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Rethinking international peacebuilding in Muslim countries 36:59

6M ago36:59

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Our guest in this episode is a scholar and peacebuilder who knows the world of peacebuilding intimately, and offers a critique from the inside. Qamar-ul Huda is the author of Reenvisioning Peacebuilding and Conflict Resolution in Islam, published in April 2024. He’s worked for major players like the US Institute of Peace and the UN Development Prog…

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What Does Prison Abolition Have To Do With World Peace? 37:34

6M ago37:34

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What is prison abolition, and what does it have to do with world peace? Today’s guests help us dig into this question, tackle some common misconceptions about prison abolition, and hear what restorative justice looks like first-hand. Catherine Besteman is the Francis F. Bartlett and Ruth K. Bartlett Professor of Anthropology at Colby College, whose…

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232: Radical Self-Care: Listening to Your Body with Julie Blamphin 30:38

6M ago30:38

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Do you need to spend more time resting, but keep telling yourself now is not a good time? This episode will inspire you to listen more closely to what your body is telling you! My good friend Julie Blamphin is helping us reimagine self-care by sharing the importance of listening to the body. She discusses why rest and stillness are so important and…

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