Best Femalefounders Podcasts (2025)

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How Betches Evolved From a Small Blog to a Media Powerhouse 41:03

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In 2011, three college roommates had a late-night idea to start a blog. No plan, no funding, and no bylines. Fast forward to today, and Betches is one of the biggest names in media, reaching millions of women worldwide. This week on SUPERWOMEN, I sat down with Aleen Dreksler, co-founder and CEO of Betches, to talk about how she and her two friends …

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Building a Brand at the Intersection of Business and Culture 48:27

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Sometimes boredom is the push that leads to your next big thing. For Sammi Cohen, it was the spark that took her from a stable job at Amazon to building a career as a full-time content creator. One Tiktok video eventually turned into hundreds. And before long, she built Social Currency, a media brand and podcast that reaches millions. This week on …

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Celia Waddington from Ignite Creative Services 35:35

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Hey hey Movers and Shakers, it's your host April Wachtel, and I'm thrilled to bring you another inspiring episode of Movers and Shakers. Today, I sit down with Celia Waddington, the creative force behind Ignite Creative Services. Celia's journey through the world of hospitality and brand building is nothing short of remarkable—her innovative approa…

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The Courage to Pivot at Any Age 32:45

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Most people are settled by 40. Carrie Gross was just getting started. With four kids at home and a solid career, her decision to start a new business seemed like a risky choice. But her vision was stronger than the fear. This week on SUPERWOMEN, I chatted with the Co-Founder and Chief Creative Officer of Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare about her pivot fr…

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How a Shark Tank Deal Led to a Multi-Million Dollar Exit to Hickory Farms — with Tracey Wheeler Noonan, Co-Founder of Wicked Good Cupcakes 1:01:06

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In this inspiring episode of Raw and Real Entrepreneurship®, Susan Sly sits down with Tracey Wheeler Noonan, co-founder of Wicked Good Cupcakes, to uncover how a Shark Tank appearance led to a multi-million dollar exit to Hickory Farms. Tracey shares the behind-the-scenes story of landing a deal with Kevin O’Leary, navigating public scrutiny, build…

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The Messy Middle of Building Something You Believe In 39:29

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Christina Tosi built an iconic dessert empire on sugar, grit, and a relentless drive to bring joy. This week on SUPERWOMEN, I sit down with the award-winning chef and founder behind Milk Bar to talk about the parts of her story you don’t always see. You may know Christina as the mastermind behind cereal milk or from her time on MasterChef, but what…

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From Watching The Price Is Right to a $1 Billion Valuation: Shawn D. Nelson, Founder and CEO of Lovesac 1:00:24

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Could watching a game show inspire the creation of a billion-dollar company? In this episode of Raw and Real Entrepreneurship®, host Susan Sly sits down with Shawn Nelson, founder and CEO of Lovesac, who shares how a lightbulb moment during The Price Is Right led to 27 years of building a public company—through bootstrapping, winning $1 million fro…

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When Failure Clears the Way for Something Better 35:20

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Kiana Cabell was slathering coconut oil on her skin long before it became a beauty trend. This week on SUPERWOMEN, I sit down with the co-founder of Kopari Beauty, one of the first brands to make clean body care cool and accessible. Kiana shares how she turned a multipurpose pantry staple into a breakout brand, what happened when her first product …

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How This Founder Got Her Product in 700 Targets and Counting with Aimee LeMaire, Founder of Zeya 50:10

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What does it take to launch a female-founded brand in 700 Target stores—with no prior CPG experience? In this raw and real conversation, Susan Sly sits down with Amiee LeMaire, founder of ZEYA, the first true innovation in home fragrance since Febreze. Discover how this former Hollywood producer transformed a deeply personal passion for non-toxic, …

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Motherhood, Hormones, and the Fight to Feel Like Yourself Again 46:22

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GLP-1s have been called everything from miracle drugs to dangerous shortcuts. Becca McCarthy is here to set the record straight. This week on SUPERWOMEN, I sit down with the co-founder of Evolv, a biotech-driven supplement brand that mimics the effects of GLP-1s without requiring a prescription. With a background in health and fitness, Becca saw a …

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The 90 Day Results Rule 17:55

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Your life is always 90 days behind your choices. That means who you are right now is already shaping your January — and beyond. This episode is about the 90-day lag, the cost of waiting, and how to use this principle any time of year to finally become the version of you who wins. JOINFIERA: https://makenzieco.com/fiera JOIN DOMINO: https://makenzie…

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From Dorm Room Startup to $100M Valuation with Alex Smereczniak, Founder of Franzy 45:12

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What if the path to business ownership didn’t require a million dollars—or even quitting your job? In this episode, Susan Sly sits down with Alex Smereczniak, founder of Franzy—an AI-powered platform on a mission to create one million entrepreneurs by reimagining franchising. After scaling a laundry startup to a $100M valuation, Alex is now focused…

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The Power of Trusting Your Gut 41:08

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Bea Dixon built a $380M brand from a dream — literally. This week on SUPERWOMEN, I’m joined by Bea Dixon, co-founder and CEO of The Honey Pot. After receiving a vision from her late grandmother, she created a plant-based solution that would transform feminine care. From handing out samples in parking lots to attending trade shows, Bea and her lean …

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92. How you'll become unrecognizable by January 22:31

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If you're not setting big goals for the last 100 days, you're already playing to lose — don't let it be you. In this episode, I break down a 5-step plan to become unrecognizable by January 1: define the 4 areas you want to build, set push/creative/steady goals, and structure the final 3 months to actually hit them. Finish the year as the version of…

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AI, Disruption, and What It Really Takes to Lead in Uncertain Times with Dr. Toni Collis 51:55

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In a time of AI, rapid change, and constant disruption, what does it really take to lead? Susan Sly sits down with physicist, tech executive, and executive leadership coach Dr. Toni Collis for a candid conversation about the realities of leadership in uncertain times. From subtle bias and burnout to walking away from a successful tech career, Toni …

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How to Lead When Everything Is Falling Apart 42:41

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Elizabeth Gore has always believed that all entrepreneurs deserve equitable access to capital. But pursuing that mission landed her in the middle of a federal class action lawsuit. This week on SUPERWOMEN, I’m joined by Elizabeth Gore, co-founder and president of Hello Alice, which has helped 1.6 million small businesses and distributed over $65 mi…

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How to Redefine Success Without Chasing Titles or Lists 43:47

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Joanne Lee Molinaro never planned on leaving her career as a law firm partner. But the day she walked away, she opened the door to a life she’d never imagined. This week on SUPERWOMEN, I’m joined by the creator of The Korean Vegan, a bestselling author, and beauty founder. From building a storytelling platform on social media to launching a cookboo…

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From Refugee to Nine-Figure Founder: Katerina Schneider’s Ritual Story 31:10

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As a refugee from Ukraine, Katerina Schneider arrived in the U.S. with nothing but $50 and a suitcase. Now, she’s the founder and CEO of Ritual, a multi-million dollar wellness brand reshaping the supplement industry. This week on SUPERWOMEN, Katerina shares what it took to start Ritual with no roadmap. What began as a search for a better prenatal …

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How Alicia Grande Built a Beauty Empire with $25K in Savings 35:11

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She faced COVID, cancer, and closing the biggest deal of her life… all at once. Alicia Grande, founder and CEO of Grande Cosmetics, built her beauty empire with grit, fearlessness, and a touch of scrappy brilliance. In this episode of Superwomen, Alicia shares the story behind GrandeLASH, how she turned her postpartum struggle into a category-defin…

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91. The real reason you don't feel \"good enough\" 21:13

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This is Day 1 of our free mini course, the ANTI QUITTER PROTOCOL. Shame and not feeling good enough is the quiet force behind so many quitting patterns. In this episode, we break down how it traps you in a fixed mindset and the subtle ways you use it to avoid discomfort, growth, and risk. If you liked this and want to unlock the 9 other videos insi…

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They Told Her No. Hollywood Powerhouse Elaine Goldsmith-Thomas Made Them Say Yes. 37:03

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She fought her way into 1980s Hollywood when the boys’ club ruled everything… and she refused to back down. Elaine Goldsmith-Thomas went from an ambitious Valley girl to one of the most powerful agents in entertainment, representing Julia Roberts, Madonna, and Jennifer Lopez, who later became her producing partner at Nuyorican Productions. In this …

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90. Unhinged things I did to make $1M in my 20s 23:04

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Today's podcast chats on the unhinged mentalities Makenzie took that helped her make a million dollars by 28. Whether you're wanting to start content creation, apply to a stretch job, scale your business - these will help you get there. JOIN SEPTEMBER "ANTI-QUITTER" CHALLENGE [free for first 300!]: https://makenzieco.myflodesk.com/anti-quitter JOIN…

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A Finance Expert’s Biggest Money Regret 28:52

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Alison Kosik spent 15 years covering the biggest stories in business at CNN. But the most important lesson she learned came when she realized she had lost control of her own finances. This week on SUPERWOMEN, I talk with the journalist and author of “What's Up with Women and Money?” about the turning point that inspired her to take charge. Alison o…

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She Quit Her Coveted Role at ELLE to Launch a Fashion Startup No One Thought Would Work 38:25

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Kate Davidson Hudson was supposed to climb the career ladder every fashion girl dreamed of. Instead, she walked away and built a tech company from scratch. This week on SUPERWOMEN, I sit down with the founder and CEO of a shoppable AI closet platform, Vêtir, and a longtime force in fashion media and luxury tech. From her early days at Harper’s Baza…

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How Chelsea Riggs Went From Broke to Beauty Boss 44:14

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Chelsea Riggs found her dream job on Craigslist. Yes, really. In this episode of SUPERWOMEN, I sit down with Chelsea to talk about how she became the first employee at Amika, why she stayed for 15 years, and how she turned a scrappy startup into a powerful, culture-shifting beauty brand. We go deep on what it takes to grow alongside your company, h…

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Why Dana Perino Almost Quit Before Her Biggest Break 36:50

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Dana Perino’s life was not going according to plan. But one moment changed her career forever. This week on SUPERWOMEN, I sit down with former White House Press Secretary and co-host of Fox News’ The Five. Dana gets real about the rollercoaster moments that defined her career, from unexpected opportunities to professional setbacks and her struggles…

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Feminvest, leading the way investing in women founders in the Nordics - with Michaela Berglund, CEO Feminvest 50:03

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🚀 Women Investors: Unlock the Nordic Investment Revolution! 🎙 In this episode of the InvestHer Podcast, host Anne Ravanona speaks with Michaela Berglund, CEO of Feminvest, about investing in women entrepreneurs and transforming women's financial futures in the Nordics. 🌍 Discover how Michaela is challenging the investment landscape, where less than…

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The Realest Housewife: Dolores Catania on Menopause, Divorce, and Self-Worth 45:55

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There’s a version of Dolores Catania you know from TV, but the real story runs much deeper. This week on SUPERWOMEN, I sit down with “Real Housewives of New Jersey” icon and “Traitors” winner Dolores Catania. Before she became a fan favorite, Dolores was a single mom pushing through heartbreak, self-doubt, and financial stress. In this episode, she…

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89. Why some succeed & some burnout 16:46

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You fear going all in — because you think it'll cost you everything. This one's for the high-capacity girl who keeps short-circuiting her own success. I'm walking you through the real difference between people who manage it all — and those who keep falling off. Not from lack of effort… but from how they're managing their time and handling discomfor…

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She Challenged the Metrics That Defined Influence, Now She’s Built a Consulting Agency Based on Intentional Marketing with Julianne Fraser, Founder and CEO of Dialogue NYC 44:16

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This week on SUPERWOMEN, I sat down with Julianne Fraser, founder and CEO of Dialogue NYC, a marketing and strategy consultancy bridging the gap between purpose-driven brands and the ever-evolving world of digital influence. With a deep understanding of the influencer and social media marketing space, Julianne built Dialogue on the belief that infl…

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Doing It Guilty: How Inherited Trauma Shapes Entrepreneurs and What It Takes to Break the Cycle with Dr. Pauline Yeghnazar Peck 51:13

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What if the anxiety, overworking, or self-doubt you feel as an entrepreneur isn’t just about your business, but the patterns you inherited? In this episode of Raw and Real Entrepreneurship®, Susan Sly sits down with trauma-informed psychologist Dr. Pauline Yeghnazar Peck to explore how inherited trauma and cultural expectations shape entrepreneurs.…

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She Nearly Lost Everything on Her First Haircare Line—Then Built a $400M Brand Without Investors with Carolyn Aronson, CEO and Founder of It’s a 10 Haircare 44:19

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This week on SUPERWOMEN, I’m joined by Carolyn Aronson, founder and CEO of It’s a 10 Haircare. Before becoming one of the few female entrepreneurs in the beauty industry to own and operate her own brand, Carolyn spent decades behind the chair as a stylist and salon owner, learning firsthand what both professionals and everyday consumers needed from…

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88. How to never stay stuck again 17:37

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You're doing the work - yet, you still feel stuck. This episode? It's the one you come back to when you're in that frustrating in-between. Where you can see your goals, but still feel miles away from actually living them. This one's for the gal who's craving her next level but secretly scared she won't get there. Snag THE 11 PROTOCOL here: https://…

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How To Get Non Dilutive Grants to Fund your Business with Vanessa Del Pozo Sanchez - Senior Grant Development Consultant, Grants Office 59:17

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🚀 Women Entrepreneurs: Unlock the secret world of grants! 🎙 In this episode of the InvestHer Podcast, host Anne Ravanona speaks with Vanessa Sanchez, Senior Grant Development Consultant at Grants Office, about unlocking funding opportunities for women entrepreneurs. 🌍 Discover how Vanessa is transforming the grant funding landscape by helping women…

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How to Make a Beauty Trend Stick, Literally, with Aliett Buttelman, Co-Founder of Fazit Beauty 35:17

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This week on SUPERWOMEN, I’m joined by Aliett Buttelman, co-founder of Fazit Beauty, the cosmetics startup making waves with its viral glitter freckle makeup patches. Fresh out of college, Aliett launched her own consulting company, which led her to Nina LaBruna, who at the time had just started her own skin care company. The two teamed up in a dor…

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How to Leverage PR to increase your credibility, authentically attract investors, customers and scale, with Andie Cooper, Account Director BeachHut PR 1:11:29

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🎙 In this episode of the InvestHer Podcast, host Anne Ravanona sits down with Andie Cooper, Account Director at Beach Hut PR, to unlock the secrets of powerful tech communications for founders. 🚀 Discover how innovative startups transform their stories into global headlines, with insider strategies for media relations, fundraising visibility, and a…

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This One Setback Nearly Ended Her Career— But It Made Her a Bestselling Author Instead (What Amy Shoenthal Learned When She Got Sidelined After Maternity Leave) 32:31

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This week on SUPERWOMEN, I’m joined by Amy Shoenthal, bestselling author, journalist, and the mind behind “The Setback Cycle,” a framework for turning life’s most difficult moments into launching pads for growth. A seasoned writer for outlets like Forbes and Fast Company, Amy spent years interviewing founders, creatives, and executives, only to rea…

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🎙️ EP 50: How Latiwa Foundation and Build Her a Future offer Entrepreneurship & Development Opportunites to women and girls in Africa, with Cathy Allara Latiwa 46:34

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🌍 Transforming Africa's Economic Landscape: One Woman's Mission to Empower 60,000 Entrepreneurs Join Cathy Latiwa, founder of Latiwa Development Foundation, as she reveals how "Build Her A Future" is revolutionizing women's entrepreneurship across Central Africa. From survival businesses to global market players, this episode uncovers the power of …

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How to Perfect the Recipe to a Lasting Brand with Tieghan Gerard, Four-Time Cookbook Author and Founder of Half Baked Harvest 29:21

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This week on SUPERWOMEN, I’m joined by Tieghan Gerard, founder of the beloved food brand and blog Half Baked Harvest. Powered by homegrown creativity, consistency, and a deep love for beautiful, nourishing food, Tieghan started documenting her recipes and eventually, Half Baked Harvest was born. With four bestselling cookbooks and millions of fans,…

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Building Confidence and Inspiring Entrepreneurs into the Multi-Billion $ Beauty Business, with Sarah Naylor social entrepreneur from Sarah Naylor Academy 48:11

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🌟 Transforming Lives Through Beauty: Meet Sarah Naylor, the social entrepreneur rewriting success stories for marginalized communities! From helping teenagers build confidence to supporting individuals seeking a fresh start, Sarah's academy proves that practical skills are powerful tools of empowerment. Her journey from Dublin's challenging neighbo…

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87. If going after what you want is feeling hard & heavy right now 18:29

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Ever feel like everything is just... harder than it should be? You're not lazy. But when the journey feels heavy, draining, and like you're dragging yourself through it — it usually comes down to one of three things.In this episode, we're breaking down the real reasons you might feel stuck or low-energy: → Why self-trust is the missing piece behind…

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How This Founder Rebuilt After $90K in Debt and What He’d Never Do Again with Daniel Bussius, Founder of Built by Love® 51:50

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What does it really look like to build a business while silently drowning in debt? In this episode of Raw and Real Entrepreneurship, host Susan Sly sits down with Daniel Bussius, founder and CEO of Built by Love®, as he shares how he ended up $90,000 in personal debt—and the decision he now calls his biggest mistake. He opens up about scrapping a f…

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Debugging the Code: How To Rewrite Tech’s Playbook with Cristina Mancini, CEO of Black Girls Code 33:10

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This week on SUPERWOMEN, I’m joined by Cristina Mancini, CEO of Black Girls Code, the nonprofit on a mission to change the face of tech. Before joining Black Girls Code, Cristina built a career in film and television, where her curiosity about how to reach audiences between releases led her into the world of technology. What began as a quest to bet…

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This is Penny, Revolutionising Pensions for Women, with Lesley Tully 1:00:11

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🔥 Ready to rethink financial security for women? In this episode, Lesley Tully, founder of This is Penny, shares her inspiring mission to close the gender pension gap through innovative fintech solutions. Discover how This is Penny combines technology, education, and community to empower women to take control of their retirement savings. Whether yo…

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Smart Enough to Ask Dumb Questions with Nayeema Raza, Journalist, Filmmaker and Host of Smart Girl Dumb Questions 36:53

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This week on SUPERWOMEN, I’m joined by Nayeema Raza, creator and host of the newly launched podcast Smart Girl, Dumb Questions. With a background spanning global consulting, documentary storytelling and top-charting podcasts, Nayeema decided it was time to create something entirely her own. In this episode, she shares how a childhood shaped by cons…

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86. If you struggle to follow through without results 14:54

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Feel like quitting because results aren't coming fast enough? This episode breaks down why most people stall their momentum right before it pays off—and how to become the one who keeps showing up no matter what. Because the truth is, results always come to the ones who don't stop.AUDACIOUS MEMBERSHIP: https://makenzieco.com/audacious UNLIMITED MENT…

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Building Unstoppable, The Fundraising Accelerator for Female Climate Founders, with Helena Wasserman 44:07

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🔥 Ready to fuel your climate startup journey? In this episode, Helena Wasserman, founder and CEO of Unstoppable Accelerator, shares her inspiring path from entrepreneur to climate advocate. Discover at Unstoppable, how community, fundraising strategies, personal branding, and AI tools can supercharge your impact in the climate space. Whether you're…

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Saying No to the Wrong Six Figures: How Clarity Became Clara Capano’s Most Profitable Skill 38:53

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What happens when success looks good on paper but feels empty? Clara Capano opens up about why she walked away from a lucrative six-figure opportunity—because it didn’t align with her values, vision, or role as a mom. In this episode, Clara and Susan unpack what it takes to lead with clarity—and how that decision became the start of greater purpose…

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She Saw a Gap in the Frozen Foods Aisle, So She Filled it With Cauliflower Pizza, with Entrepreneur and Caulipower Founder Gail Becker 38:05

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On this episode of SUPERWOMEN, I’m joined by Gail Becker, founder of Caulipower, the better-for-you brand that redefined the frozen pizza aisle and became one of the fastest-growing food startups in the U.S After years climbing the corporate ladder, Gail realized the view at the top wasn’t what she thought it’d be. With no background in the food in…

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Why disciplined people don't "fall off" habits 24:33

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If you've ever "fallen off" your disciplined habits, struggle to stay consistent, or feel like a fraud for saying "this time will be different" with following through on your goals — this episode's for you. We're unpacking what's actually happening in those moments (hint: it's not laziness), the shame spiral that keeps you stuck, and the difference…