Best Madeline Reeves Podcasts (2026)

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207. A Guide to Thriving with Jon Rosemberg 39:58

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We've entered the holiday season, and it's a time that's supposed to be filled with joy, but for many of us, the high expectations and full calendars can give us anxiety and a feeling of overwhelm. For those feeling that way, this episode is just in time! Today's guest, Jon Rosemberg, author of "A Guide to Thriving: The Science Behind Breaking Old …

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206. Researching Life After Death with Bob Ginsberg 1:00:04

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The holiday season can be particularly hard to navigate for those who are grieving the loss of a loved one, but for many people there is comfort in believing that or receiving signs from their loved ones who they feel are very much still with them. Following the loss of his daughter, today's guest, Bob Ginsberg, author and co-founder of the Forever…

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205. Meaningful Strategic Partnerships with Madeline Reeves 35:00

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As a social species we as humans are wired to seek connection with one another throughout our lives be it through romantic relationships, friendships, or family bonds. What may not feel as natural to us is cultivating partnerships professionally or networking with others because of the perception of it feeling like a transactional relationship. Tod…

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204. From Homelessness to Hope with David Ambroz 49:02

2M ago49:02

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Today's guest wrote, as he puts it, "a memoir with a mission." David Ambroz, author of A Place Called Home: A Memoir, sits down with Danielle and Kristy to talk about his incredible story of trial, resilience, and deep purpose. David shares his powerful story growing up homeless in New York City and navigating the foster care system; discusses the …

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203. The Sneakiness of Grief with Lisa Keefauver 1:01:05

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In this heartfelt and deeply personal conversation, Danielle and Kristy welcome Lisa Keefauver, author of, "Grief is a Sneaky Bitch" to explore the complexities of grief, sharing personal experiences, and insights on how to navigate loss. Lisa, a grief activist and author, discusses the importance of understanding grief as a multifaceted experience…

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Trusting Your Gut in Climate Tech with Virginia Klausmeier of Sylvatex 56:10

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In this episode of Finding Fearless, Madeline sits down with Virginia Klausmeier, the President and CEO of Sylvatex, a climate tech company. Together, they explore Virginia's journey of founding and scaling an impact-driven business and her mission to create a more sustainable future. Key themes include: Virginia’s path to founding Sylvatex and the…

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202. The Need for Rest with Maegan Megginson 53:33

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What if the most productive thing you could do right now… was rest? In today's episode, we talk to leadership coach Maegan Megginson about what it really means to be deeply rested; explore how rest is not a "one size fits all;" and discuss the nuances between vacations, retreats, and sabbaticals. Guest's Website: Home - Maegan Megginson Guest's Pod…

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Accounting Tech That Does Good: Guy Pearson on Building Ignition 1:08:57

3M ago1:08:57

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In this insightful episode of Finding Fearless, Madeline Reeves sits down with Guy Pearson, the founder and executive director of Ignition. Together, they explore their parallel journeys from the traditional accounting world to tech entrepreneurship, driven by a shared mission to build businesses that create positive change. Key themes include: Guy…

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201. Workload vs. Thought Load with Liane Davey 54:43

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Sometime too much information is the real problem in our age of constant connectivity. In today's episode Danielle and Kristy sit down with Liane Davey, organizational psychologist to discuss the topic of workload vs. thought load and how too much of the latter is leading to serious burnout. Leanne offers practical strategies for managing thought l…

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200. Milestone Episode, a little reflection and a sneak peek into the future of TOOST 19:36

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We've reached the 200th Episode of The Opposite of Small Talk (TOOST). Join Danielle and Kristy as they celebrate this milestone with a bit of reflection, discussion of their first summer "break," and a peek into the future of TOOST. Cheers to the 200th and here's to 200 more opportunities to "stay curious and talk big!" Connect with us at theoppos…

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Reclaiming Joy Through Radical Rest with Jordan Maney 1:06:09

4M ago1:06:09

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In this liberating episode of Finding Fearless, Madeline Reeves sits down with her friend Jordan Maney, a radical joy coach and the creator of Rest Lab. Together, they explore why rest, joy, and grief are essential, especially for women and people of color. Key themes include: Jordan's personal journey from a highly regimented life to one rooted in…

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199. Simple Daily Habits for Mental Fitness with Lindsey Wilson 38:23

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What if in just five minutes a day you could completely change the way you think, perform, and handle life's challenges? We'll explore this question and more in today's episode with Lindsey Wilson, a mindset and mental performance coach best known as The Sports Hypnotist™. With a professional basketball career spanning close to a decade, Lindsey to…

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198. Special Series: Summer Camp, Episode 4 – Danielle McCombs with Kerry Dobson 19:59

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In the final installment of the special four-part series, Summer Camp, which explores the topic of solopreneurship, Danielle is once again joined by Kerry Dobson, previous TOOST guest, respected group coaching expert, and friend of the podcast. In today's discussion, Danielle and Kerry come full circle following three episodes of discussing all thi…

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Finding Rest in a Restless World with Sleep Queen Monica Le Baron 58:02

4M ago58:02

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In this restorative episode of Finding Fearless, Madeline Reeves sits down with Monica Le Baron, a bestselling author, sleep expert, and creator of Sleep Simplified. Together, they explore how prioritizing rest can profoundly transform your career, relationships, and overall well-being. Key themes include: Monica's personal journey from corporate b…

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197. Special Series: Summer Camp, Episode 3 – Danielle McCombs with Kerry Dobson 33:50

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In the third installment of the special four-part series, Summer Camp, which explores the topic of solopreneurship, Danielle is once again joined by Kerry Dobson, previous TOOST guest, respected group coaching expert, and friend of the podcast. Today's discussion touches on the positive aspects of being a solopreneur and the great things Danielle a…

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196. Special Series: Summer Camp, Episode 2 – Danielle McCombs with Kerry Dobson 28:28

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In the second episode of the special four-part series, Summer Camp, which explores the topic of solopreneurship, Danielle is once again joined by Kerry Dobson, previous TOOST guest, respected group coaching expert, and friend of the podcast. Today's discussion touches on, "what is missing" as a solopreneur and how both Danielle and Kerry have navig…

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Unlearning to Succeed: Francesca Phillips on Finding Your Good Space 1:04:01

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In this episode of Finding Fearless, I sat down with Francesca Phillips, founder of The Good Space. We dove into her journey from the music industry to becoming an advocate for purposeful living and creativity. Francesca shared her powerful experiences with depression and discovering her ADHD, and how these realizations shaped her unique approach t…

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195. Special Series: Summer Camp – Danielle McCombs with Kerry Dobson 18:40

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In this episode of The Opposite of Small Talk (TOOST), Danielle introduces a special four-part series, Summer Camp, which explores the topic of solopreneurship. Danielle will be joined by Kerry Dobson, previous TOOST guest, respected group coaching expert, and friend of the podcast. In upcoming episodes of Summer Camp, Danielle and Kerry will discu…

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194. Boredom, Creativity, and Breaking the Rules with Terri Trespicio 1:09:57

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In this special episode, live from Danielle's hometown, Terri Trespico, award-winning writer, speaker, brand advisor, and author of "Unfollow Your Passion: How to Create a Life that Matters to You," joins Danielle and Kristy for a funny and engaging conversation on the topic of Boredom, Creativity, and Breaking the Rules. Terri discusses her book a…

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Fearless Finance: Martin Kamenski on Breaking Down Barriers to Generational Wealth 59:29

5M ago59:29

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In this enlightening episode of Finding Fearless, Madeline explores "Fearless Finance" with Martin Kamenski, CEO and founder of Revel CPA. Together, they delve into Martin's unique journey bridging the worlds of theater and finance, and his powerful mission to break down barriers to generational wealth for underrepresented communities. Key themes i…

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193. Creating Possibility Out of Adversity with Daria Burke 44:55

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In this episode on the topic of Creating Possibility Out of Adversity, author Daria Burke shares reflections from her memoir "Of My Own Making," which explores her journey from a challenging childhood in Detroit to becoming a successful marketing executive. In Daria's conversation with Danielle and Kristy she discusses post-traumatic growth, the im…

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Friendship Series #3: The Other Significant Others, with Rhaina Cohen 31:07

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Join us for the last of our three-part Friendship Series, a rebroadcast of a selection of our most popular episodes centered around the topic of friendship. In the final installment, we revisit episode 138. In this episode from February 2024, Danielle and Kristy speak with journalist and author Rhaina Cohen, on the topic of her book on the topic of…

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Good Awkward: Growing Through Discomfort with Henna Pryor 57:57

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In this inspiring episode of Finding Fearless, I sit down with Henna Pryor, a workplace performance expert, award-winning author, and keynote speaker whose journey from corporate conformity to entrepreneurial authenticity challenges everything we think we know about professional success. Key themes we explored: Henna's bold leap from Big Four accou…

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Friendship Series #2: Better Friendships, with Danielle Bayard Jackson 35:50

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Join us for the second episode of our three-part Friendship Series, a rebroadcast of a selection of our most popular episodes centered around the topic of friendship. In the second installment, we go back to the 34th episode of TOOST. In this episode from March 2021, Danielle and Kristy talk to Danielle Bayard Jackson, author, podcast host, and cer…

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Tea with the Team: What Does It Mean to Be Mission Driven with Madeline & Jamie 47:06

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In this introspective episode of Finding Fearless, Madeline Reeves and Jamie Engelhardt explore the essence of human-centric leadership and the critical alignment of mission, values, and actions in business. Madeline introduces a new segment, "Tea with the Team," featuring a candid conversation with CMO Jamie. Together, they delve into: The common …

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Friendship Series #1: How to Make Friends 41:47

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Join us for a three-part Friendship Series, a rebroadcast of a selection of our most popular episodes centered around the topic of friendship. In the first installment, we travel back to the 9th episode of TOOST. In this early episode, from February 2020, Danielle shares her best advice about how to make new friends and the practical strategies she…

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Fearless Connection: Building the First LGBTQ+ Social Network with Cat & Marianna 1:02:15

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In this episode of Finding Fearless, Madeline Reeves sits down with Catherine Perez and Marianna Di Regolo, the queer married founders of FAMM. Together, they explore their professional journeys and their mission to build a thriving, inclusive queer economy that challenges traditional business networks. Key themes include: The systemic barriers and…

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192. Charisma and Magnetic Leadership with Milam Miller 38:33

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Is there someone in your life that you would say exudes qualities like authenticity, boldness, and curiosity? If so, today's guest would likely tell you that person is exhibiting the ABCs of Charisma. In this episode, leadership expert Milam Miller demystifies charisma, revealing it's a skill anyone can develop; shares practical strategies for genu…

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Choreographing the life you want: Financial Freedom and Authentic Success with Tricia Taitt 54:51

7M ago54:51

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In our latest episode of Finding Fearless, we had the privilege of speaking with Tricia M. Taitt, CEO of FinCore and fractional CFO who's transforming how women entrepreneurs approach their finances. Her journey from Wall Street executive to financial empowerment advocate offers powerful insights into building a sustainable, values-driven business.…

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191. Unscripted Pivots with Danielle Sprouls, Esq. 37:33

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Have you ever found yourself at a crossroads, personally or professionally, wanting to make a long held dream or goal a reality? Today's guest, Danielle Sprouls shares her transformative journey from commercial real estate to coaching and how it's possible for anyone to make the powerful decision to "pivot," face their fears, and grow both personal…

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Investing in the Change You Want to See in the World with Marcia Dawood 46:28

7M ago46:28

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In this episode of Finding Fearless, Madeline Reeves sits down with Marcia Dawood, author, TEDx Speaker, podcast host, and early-stage investor. Together they explore Marcia's mission to transform angel investing from an exclusive club into an accessible pathway for everyday people to fund innovation and create positive change. Key themes include: …

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190. #Danielle - Coaches Corner: JL Heather 28:59

7M ago28:59

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In the latest installment of Coaches Corner, guest coach JL Heather, who holds over two decades of experience as an organizational transformation coach sits down with Danielle for a discussion on the topic of innovation and creativity. Guest's Website: About Centered: Leadership & Transformation Experts Work with Danielle: If you are ready to start…

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189. Using Language and Mindset with Rebecca Bonnington 41:32

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Today's guest is a Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) expert. If you are stateside, NLP may not be a term you're very familiar with, but after today's episode you may just find an appreciation for this fascinating area of study and how language and mindset can transform personal and professional experiences. Rebecca Bonnington sits down for a reall…

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Breaking the 2% Barrier: Funding Women Entrepreneurs with Catherine Gray 40:06

8M ago40:06

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In our latest episode of Finding Fearless, we had the privilege of speaking with Catherine Gray, general partner at Silicon Valley Women Founders Fund and CEO of She Angel Investors. Her journey from advertising executive to venture capital pioneer offers powerful insights into the transformation happening in the investment landscape. Key themes in…

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188. Managing Up with Melody Wilding 42:21

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In popular culture, there was a time where views of workplace relationships, between employees and managers, were seen through the lens of the likes of Emily and her over the top demanding boss, Miranda Priestly, in the 2006 movie, the Devil Wears Prada. Fast forward to 2025, workplace culture has evolved and terms like, managing up, the focus of t…

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Building Inclusive Healthcare on Your Own Terms with Amanda Ralston 58:36

8M ago58:36

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In this episode of Finding Fearless, Madeline Reeves sits down with Amanda Ralston, a queer and neurodivergent serial entrepreneur and the visionary behind Non-Binary Solutions. Together, they explore Amanda's groundbreaking work in transforming autism care through innovative and inclusive approaches. Key themes include: Amanda's 25-year journey in…

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187. Learning Self-Compassion with Tara Cousineau, Ph.D. 37:42

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Have you ever dealt with a negative voice inside your head that is constantly discouraging you, second guessing you, or telling you that you aren't good enough? Even if you don't self-identify as a perfectionist, this episode explores those tendencies we all have to chase perfection in our everyday life. Our guest, Tara Cousineau, Ph.D., is a clini…

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Revolutionary Motherhood: Organizing, Advocacy, and Fighting for Families with Tanesha Grant 51:50

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In this powerful episode of Finding Fearless, Madeline Reeves sits down with Tanesha Grant, founder of Parents Supporting Parents NY and Moms United for Black Lives NYC. Together, they unpack the profound impact of community organizing, grassroots advocacy, and the fight for equity within systems that have historically marginalized Black families. …

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186. #Kristy The Um Episode 9:56

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When you use too many fillers it makes your message unclear and causes people to think you don't have confidence in what you are saying. In this episode we are FINALLY talking filler words; why you use them, how to identify your unique fillers, and what to do about it. Get the free worksheet that goes along with this episode: The Um Worksheet 🌱 Tap…

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185. New Ways to Network with Rosalind Chow, Ph.D. 43:51

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Many professionals have likely encountered mentorship at one time or another, but may be less familiar with a different type of networking known as sponsorship and its many unique benefits. Today's guest shares her deep insight into the key differences between mentorship and sponsorship, how sponsorship can open doors to stronger inclusivity in the…

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Aligned Ambition: The Spiritual Journey of Entrepreneurship with Deb Boulanger 1:03:32

9M ago1:03:32

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In this episode of Finding Fearless, Madeline Reeves sits down with Deb Boulanger, founder of Life After Corporate. Together they explore Deb's transformative journey from the corporate world to purpose-driven entrepreneurship, focusing on aligning ambition with authentic leadership. Key themes include: Unlearning corporate conditioning and trustin…

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184. How to be a Grownup with Raffi Grinberg 43:16

9M ago43:16

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As we officially welcome spring, many rites of passage including graduation season are almost upon us. If you are a member of the Class of 2025 or know someone who is graduating or has recently graduated, this episode includes an insightful discussion on real life skills that aren't always taught in the classroom, but can prove extremely beneficial…

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183. Reach for Wild Courage with Jenny Wood 37:08

9M ago37:08

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Have you ever winced at the thought that someone else might label you as weird, selfish, or wreckless? Today's guest Jenny Wood, a former Google Executive, career coach, and author of the new book (released today!), "Wild Courage: Go After What You Want and Get It," wants you to be courageous and run towards these labels rather than away from them.…

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You Are Your Best System: Finding Freedom in Intuition and Strategy with Mary Williams 1:12:46

10M ago1:12:46

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In this episode of Finding Fearless, Madeline sits down with Mary Williams, founder of Sensible Woo. Together they explore Mary's journey from corporate librarian and digital archivist to intuitive business strategist, focusing on helping entrepreneurs integrate intuition with practical business systems. Key themes include: the evolution of online …

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182. #Danielle - Coaches Corner: Suzanne Campi with Danielle McCombs 27:58

9M ago27:58

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In the latest installment of Coaches Corner, guest coach Suzanne Campi, a life transition coach and community builder, sits down with Danielle for a discussion on the topic of Retirement. Guest's Website: Suzanne Campi Coaching Work with Danielle: If you are ready to start working with a life coach or just want to learn more about the impact that c…

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181. Menopause with Susan A. Miele, PhD 50:04

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If you are a woman or have a woman you love or care for in your life, then this episode is for you. Whether that person has or will someday experience the three stages of menopause while navigating personal and professional life, today's guest assures that they are not alone. Dr. Susan Miele, who holds a PhD in Human and Organizational Systems and …

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180. The Pink Tax with Janine Rogan 29:52

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The next time you're shopping the aisles of your local pharmacy or supermarket you might just notice the price difference between products marketed towards women vs. men, if so, you are seeing the "pink tax" in action. Today's guest, Janine Rogan, a keynote and TEDx speaker, author, entrepreneur, and founder of The Wealth Building Academy Inc. is o…

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Growing a Business Without Sacrificing Your Soul with Holly Howard 1:05:23

10M ago1:05:23

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In this episode of Finding Fearless, Madeline sits down with Holly, founder of Ask Holly How and host of the Cultures Within Capitalism podcast. Together they explore Holly's diverse journey from professional ballet and music therapy to business consultancy, focusing on building businesses that align with personal values. Key themes include: naviga…

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179. The Evolving Landscape of DEI with Elena Joy Thurston 45:39

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In 2025, the landscape of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) work is rapidly evolving and facing well documented challenges, but these challenges also offer new opportunities and growth. Today's guest, Elena Joy Thurston, an HR consultant, discusses the evolution and challenges facing DEI; shares her personal journey of deconstructing internali…

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From Purity to Liberation: A Conversation with Erica Smith 1:04:23

10M ago1:04:23

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In this episode of Finding Fearless, Madeline sits down with Erica Smith, sex educator and founder of Purity Culture Dropout. Together they explore Erica's journey from nonprofit sexual health work to entrepreneurship, focusing on helping individuals deconstruct harmful messages about sexuality. Key themes include: the challenges of becoming an ent…