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Join us each week on the Women of Influence podcast, hosted by Aliza Freud and presented by SheSpeaks. Each week, Aliza sits down with trailblazing women from various fields—business leaders, social media influencers, authors, speakers, entrepreneurs, and thought leaders—who are using their platforms to create meaningful impact. Discover how these women harness their influence to inspire, motivate, and drive change, and gain actionable insights you can apply to your own life!
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Changing the Game: The Power of Investing in Women
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30:51When Thayer Lavielle joined Wasserman, she recognized an opportunity to drive change from within one of the world’s leading sports and entertainment agencies. What began as a conversation about how to better support women across industries became The Collective—a global initiative dedicated to advancing the power of women through data, strategy, an…
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Turning Grief Into Grit: Breaking Barriers in Fertility
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32:16When Diana Thomas became one of the first women in the United States to give birth through donor egg IVF in 1996, there were no guidelines, agencies, or contracts. It was determination and uncharted territory. Today, as Founder and CEO of The World Egg and Sperm Bank, she is on a mission to bring transparency, ethics, and rigorous standards to a ra…
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Proof of Value: Measuring What Matters Most
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15:21Rikki Marler, Vice President of Client Development at Pēq, joins Women of Influence to share how she helps brands move beyond surface-level metrics to understand the true incremental impact of their campaigns. With a background in shopper marketing and lessons learned from early mentors, Rikki talks about why today’s marketers need real-time insigh…
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Unlocking Trust: Data, Privacy & Leadership
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17:06Ad fraud and data privacy are changing the way advertisers and consumers interact. In this episode of Women of Influence, Nina Talcott, Director of Research Communications and Media Engagement at Pixalate, explains how fraud drains billions from the industry, what new privacy laws mean for consumers, and why transparency is critical. She also share…
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Inside the Shopper’s Mind: What Every Brand Needs to Know
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21:06Retail media is rewriting the rules of marketing, and Cyndi Loza is here to break it all down. As Senior Editor at Path to Purchase Institute, she shares what brands need to know about AI, shopper behavior, and why in-store still matters more than you think. Cyndi also reflects on her journalism roots, defining influence, and navigating work-life b…
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The Coldplay Cam Effect: Reputation, Reaction & the New Rules of PR
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31:29Diane Schwartz, CEO of Ragan Communications, breaks down one of the year’s most viral PR moments—the Coldplay concert “Crisis Cam”—and shares what brands should do when leadership missteps play out in public. She also reflects on becoming Ragan’s first female CEO, why internal communications is more important than ever, and how leaders can build tr…
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Behind the Gummies: Strategy, Loyalty & Leadership at OLLY
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26:03OLLY's presence in-store is powerful. It's digital strategy? Even more so—and Jennifer Peters is making it all click. As Director of DTC, Martech, + Digital Compliance at OLLY, Jennifer Peters is helping one of the most recognizable wellness brands deepen its relationship with consumers—both online and off. In this episode, she shares how OLLY is b…
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Cheers to Growth: Leading with Data, Trends, and Influence
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28:48In this episode, we’re joined by Amberle Thompson, Senior Sales Director for Walmart and Sam’s Club at The Heineken Company, overseeing a team that helps ensure products make it to shelves across the country. Amberle shares her journey into the CPG and alcohol industry, demystifies how distribution works in the U.S., and explores how data and consu…
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Redefining Gamers: A New Era of Opportunity for Brands
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17:52In this episode, we’re joined by Aimee Baller, Head of Partnerships, West & Central at Overwolf—the engine behind the gaming creator ecosystem that’s reshaping how brands connect with modern audiences. Aimee reflects on her path into gaming as the first female leader on Overwolf’s Brand Partnerships team, exploring the power of in-game advertising,…
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Gen Z Doesn’t Play by the Rules—And That’s the Opportunity
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25:59In this episode, we’re joined by Shaquana Joseph, Strategic Account Director at Group Black, a media collective dedicated to bridging the gap between today’s most influential consumers and the brands that want to reach them. Shaquana shares her inspiring journey from college radio at Howard University to leading game-changing brand partnerships at …
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Curiosity, Collaboration & a Viral Stroller: Marketing Lessons from Dorel Juvenile Omnichannel Leader, Chase Cooper
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36:25In today’s episode, we’re joined by Chase Cooper, omnichannel marketing leader at Dorel Juvenile, one of the largest baby product companies in the world (behind brands like Safety 1st, Maxi-Cosi, Tiny Love, and Walmart’s exclusive Monbébé). Chase shares her remarkable journey from starting out in the agency world to now leading U.S. media efforts a…
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On Her Terms: Redefining Success with Erica Lockheimer of HumanizeHer
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35:41In this episode, we welcome Erica Lockheimer. Known for her remarkable career in tech, Erica shares insights from her career journey at LinkedIn, where she not only played a crucial role in the growth of the platform, but also founded the Women in Tech initiative. Erica shares her story and challenges she faced as one of the few women in her field.…
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The Art of Publicity: Expert Advice on Success from Heidi Krupp
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28:34In this episode, we sit down with PR powerhouse Heidi Krupp, a master publicist and brand strategist with decades of experience shaping bestselling books and personal brands. From working at ABC’s 20/20 to launching her own successful agency, she shares her journey, the art of storytelling in PR, and what it takes to craft a message that resonates.…
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What is 'High Functioning Codependency? Healing Your Relationships with Terri Cole
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39:37In this episode, we sit down with Terri Cole, a best-selling author, licensed psychotherapist, relationship expert, and empowerment coach. We discuss Terri's career transition, her work (and first book) on setting boundaries, and her expertise in high-functioning codependency. You will learn what is high-functioning codependency (HFC) and learn how…
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In Her Words: Redefining Sports Media & Stories of Women Athletes with Flamebearers
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26:35In this episode, we dive into a world of storytelling, resilience, and sports with Jamie Mittelman, the voice behind the award-winning podcast Flamebearers. Flamebearers amplifies the stories of women Olympians and Paralympians from around the world, shining a light on the intersection of sports, gender equity, and human perseverance. Jamie shares …
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Redefining Productivity: Prioritize Your Time to Do Less & Achieve More
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27:47In this episode, we hear from Kendra Adachi, the bestselling author of The Lazy Genius Way to discuss compassionate time management. Kendra shares her journey from perfectionism to finding balance, introducing her transformative framework: "Be a genius about the things that matter and lazy about the things that don’t." We explore actionable strateg…
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Reality Check: Navigating the New College Landscape for Parents & Students
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24:51The college admissions process has changed drastically, and so has the reality of what students face once they’re admitted. In this episode, our guest Jennifer shares her expert insights into the challenges of the modern education landscape, the post-pandemic impact on students, and what parents can do to set their kids up for success—not just in c…
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Becoming a Leader: Finding Confidence & Success with Forbes' Laura Brusca
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23:31In this episode, we sit down with Laura Brusca, the Chief Communications Officer at Forbes and President of New York Women in Communications (NYWICI). Laura shares her inspiring journey from her early days in communications to becoming a leader in the industry. We dive into her career path, the challenges she’s faced, and the lessons she’s learned.…
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Empowering Latinas: Breaking Barriers with Cynthia Kleinbaum Milner & Claudia Romo Edelman
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38:45Did you know that Latina women earn only 53 cents to every dollar compared to men and hold a mere 2% of executive positions despite being 9% of the U.S. population? In this episode of Women of Influence, we welcome Cynthia Kleinbaum Milner and Claudia Romo Edelman, two powerhouse Latinas championing the cause for Latina representation in leadership…
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Inside the Toy Industry: Trends & Insights with Laurie Schacht of The Toy Insider
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28:13In this fun episode, our guest Laurie Schacht, the President & Chief Toy Officer at Toy Insider, gives us an inside look into the toy industry and how she got her start. Laurie shares her unique story, from growing up rooted in the toy business to unexpectedly taking over her father's business, reestablishing The Toy Book and launching The Toy Insi…
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Introducing Women of Influence & Highlights from Inspiring Guests
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16:49Over the past 2 years, the SheSpeaks podcast has shared the stories of amazing women. Recently, we announced a new name, Women of Influence. We’re excited about this shift as we feel it defines best what we have always done and continue to do, amplify the stories and experiences of amazing women. We realized the common thread through our conversati…
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Breaking the Silence on Menopause with Tamsen Fadal
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32:07In this episode, our conversation centers around menopause — something that affects millions of women worldwide yet is often misunderstood and under-discussed. Our guest, Tamsen Fadal, is an advocate for menopause education, sharing insights into the community for women she is creating, her upcoming documentary and book. From the lack of research t…
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Gen Z in the Workforce: Insights with Jade Walters
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17:55In this episode, we sit down with Jade Walters to discuss her journey as a successful content creator and expert on the experiences of Gen Z in the workplace. Jade shares her experiences of starting a blog during her college years, the impact of a viral tweet, and how she turned her passion for professional development into an ebook. We also delve …
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Finding Main Character Energy & Building a Brand with Tiff Knighten
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24:49In this episode, we welcome Tiff Knighton, founder of Brand Curators and host of the "Main Character Energy" podcast. Tiff shares her journey from studying PR and journalism to building a creative agency that champions diverse voices and holistic brand curation. She talks to us about the importance of authenticity in social media, the significance …
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A Sponsored Wedding, Likeable Media & Empowering Women in Business with Carrie Kerpen
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33:44In this episode, we sit down with Carrie Kerpen. An entrepreneur, author, and social media pioneer, Carrie joins us to discuss the landscape of connecting with audiences, the intricacies of building and selling a business, and the unique challenges and opportunities for women creators and social media. Carrie shares her journey from co-founding Lik…
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Creating Scroll-Stopping Food Content & Building Community with Courtnee Futch
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26:01In this episode, we sit down with the talented Courtnee Futch, a chef, mixologist, cookbook author, and culinary producer. Courtnee shares her unique approach to creating food content that engages the senses and inspires her audience to get in the kitchen and cook. Courtnee discusses her passion for making fancy, approachable food and the importanc…
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Women’s Voices on the 2024 Election: Insights from the SheSpeaks/Luminary Study with Cate Luzio
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27:43In this episode, we welcome back to the show, Cate Luzio the Founder & CEO of Luminary. Cate joined us to discuss the results of a joint study conducted by She Speaks and the Luminary community. The study focuses on the emotions and sentiments of women as they approach the 2024 election. Cate and Alize share the results of the study and dive into i…
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What is Layoff Trauma? Resilience & Healing with Michelle Okeke
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26:55What happens to our peace of mind after a layoff, even when we land back on our feet? This episode features Michelle Okeke, whose impressive career includes roles at Pinterest, Facebook, Twitter, and Bose. Michelle opens up about the layoff trauma she experienced and the challenging journey of navigating an unpredictable job market. Despite securin…
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Branding and Authenticity: Inside the Evolving Creator Economy with Jayde Powell
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28:23In this episode, Jade Powell shares her journey from a career in social media marketing to becoming a content creator. She discusses her experience in working with influencers and creators, the evolution of content creation tools, and the impact of AI on the creative process. Jade also talks about her two businesses and how her entrepreneurial skil…
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Women Leading the Way: Unpacking the SheSpeaks Survey with Libby Rodney PART 2
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18:20This is part 2 of our conversation with Libby Rodney, the Chief Strategy Officer at The Harris Poll. Libby helps us analyze the results of the latest SheSpeaks Community Survey. You can listen to Part 1 here. The results of the survey can be found here: https://shespeaks.com/SheSpeaks-Spring-Survey-Results In this conversation, we cover the factors…
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Women's Voices: Unpacking the SheSpeaks Survey Results with Libby Rodney - PART 1
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29:27In this episode, we are joined by Libby Rodney, the Chief Strategy Officer at The Harris Poll. LIbby helps us break down the results of the latest SheSpeaks Community Survey. The results of the survey can be found here: https://shespeaks.com/SheSpeaks-Spring-Survey-Results Join us as we unpack the perceptions of women on the economy, the upcoming p…
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Episode Highlights: Tackling Social Media Overspending,Female Relationships & Achieving the Impossible
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15:51In this episode, we pulled some of our favorite episode moments, celebrating our shift to focus on the topics surrounding what SheSpeaks does day to day - influencer marketing and working within the creator economy. Out of the conversations, we often ask ourselves and our community questions, and these three guests certainly asked some key question…
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Creator Economy Insights & Trends with Denise Vitola - Part 2: Creator Economy Growth & the Power of Experience
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21:18In Part 2 of our conversation with Denise Vitola, an award-winning digital communications & marketing executive and influencer marketing expert, we dive into the ever-evolving world of the creator economy. Denise and Aliza discuss the industry's maturation, the importance of understanding between brands and influencers, and the value of working wit…
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The Latest Creator Economy Insights & Trends with Denise Vitola: Part 1
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20:25In today's episode, we sit down with Denise Vitola, an award-winning digital communications & marketing executive and influencer marketing expert. Denise takes us through her journey from her early days in PR to her current role in the world of influencer marketing. Join us as we unpack the latest topics in social media and influencer marketing - t…
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Breaking Barriers: Using Passion to Drive Success with Taz Zammit
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14:35In this follow-up episode, we are thrilled to dive deeper with our guest, Taz Zammit. Listen as Taz shares her fascinating journey from being a dancer and tennis player to making waves in the Australian Football League and beyond. Discover how she has shattered gender norms and thrived in male-dominated industries, including sports and DJing. What …
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What is the Secret to Building a Community?
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22:59In this episode, we sit down with viral TikTok creators and TANDA Ventures founders, Taz Zammit & Alessia Allfree. Their inspiring journey has led them to become Australia’s most celebrated Lesbian couple. They turned their lockdown account into a large social media account with a deeply engaged community. With over a million followers, they have b…
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In this episode, we talk with Sherri Langburt, the founder and CEO of BabbleBoxx, about the recent news regarding a potential TikTok ban in the United States. We discuss the impact this may have on the creator economy, brands, and advertisers, as well as the broader implications for the social media landscape. Sherri shares her insights into how br…
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The Evolution of Beauty Marketing: Transparency, Trips & TikTok
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17:22Join us for Part 2 of our episode with beauty industry and social media expert, Mimi Banks. In this episode, we dive into the evolution of the beauty industry and explore how transparency, accountability, and a two-way conversation have become key in the relationship between brands and consumers. Mimi shares her insights on how the rise of social m…
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Has Social Media Changed the Way We Approach Beauty & Skincare? (Part 1)
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13:34Part 1 of Two Episodes In this episode, Aliza sits down with social media expert and beauty maven, Mimi Banks. With years of experience in the beauty industry, Mimi helps us break down the shift from more traditional spokespeople in industry, to more traditional influencers (bloggers) to the multi-faceted creators and influencers of today. The conv…
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The Sharenting Dilemma: Should Kids Be Featured on Social Media?
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23:43In this week's episode, Aliza welcomes Joey Fortman, an original mom influencer or "mom blogger." While she’s no longer in the influencer/creator space, Joey offers the perspective of someone who has seen the industry from the beginning. In this episode, we tackle the evolution of influencer content, the role of children in social media, their righ…
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What is Behind the #TradWife Trend on Social Media?
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31:08In case you've yet to encounter the #TradWife Trend on your social media feed, you should know that it's been sparking some debate. Our guest, Victoria Yost from Thyme and Tenderness helps us break down the #TradWife or "Traditional Wife" niche on social media and helps us answer, just what is a Trad Wife and is the controversy behind the content j…
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Influencer Insight: Authentic Approach to Content Creation & Brand Partnerships
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15:56This episode is sponsored by Prudential. Meghan Allen is a customer and paid promoter of Prudential Financial. To learn more about the material terms of her relationship with Prudential, please go to shespeaks.com/PrudentialDisclosureMeghan. This podcast is provided for educational purposes only. It is not intended to be, nor should be construed as…
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Addressing Content Creator Mental Health with Gigi Robinson
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21:03Join us as we sit down with Gen-Z content creator, mental health and chronic illness speaker & advocate, Gigi Robinson. Gigi was a guest on the show back in 2022 and walks us through her own personal journey, working to overcome personal health struggles and advocating for content creators in regard to pay and mental health. You'll hear how Gigi's …
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What Are You Meant to Do? Finding Purpose with Lan Phan
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23:13How do you build a life worth living? In this latest episode of The Creator Effect podcast, Lan Phan shares with us her journey of overcoming adversity, finding purpose, and reclaiming her life. Lan built a community on LinkedIn and social media to be of service to others during the pandemic. Lan's NEW book, Daily Secrets to Finding Success, Happin…
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Is Social Media Causing You to Overspend? With Paige Pritchard
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29:32Are you finding yourself making more impulse purchases lately? You're not alone. With the rise of social media, the temptation to buy is just a scroll away. But have you ever stopped to consider whether social media is the reason behind your spending habits, or if your emotions affect how you shop? In this episode, we dive into the discussion with …
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Starting Over After Scary Mommy with OG Parenting Influencer, Jill Smokler
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25:00We sat down with Jill Smokler, the creator of the original parenting website, Scary Mommy. We discuss how she started her popular website and community in 2008 to her latest venture, She's Got Issues. Jill shares her experiences in the creator space, from the early days of blogging, building a community and monetizing. Jill also takes us through th…
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The Popularity of Petfluencers & Olive the Dane's Inspiring Story
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17:07In the vast social media landscape, pet content remains a favorite, grabbing our attention with cuteness, humor, and heartwarming moments. In this episode, Aliza discusses some of the reasons we love 'petfluencers' and the positivity they bring to our feeds. Our guest, Avanti Fernandes, shares the remarkable story behind her account, Olive & Daisy.…
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How much do influencers & creators impact our culture and the decisions we make? What has been the role of female creators and influencers in the evolution of the creator industry? Our guest in this episode is Jo Piazza, a journalist, best-selling author, and host of the popular podcast “Under the Influence,” We sit down to discuss the cultural imp…
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Why This Creator Revealed Her 6-Figure Earnings for the Year
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19:36In this episode, we sit down with the incredibly talented influencer & content creator, Kristen Sellentin. In a now-viral post, Kristen shares with us what prompted her decision to reveal her half-a-million-dollar earnings in 2023. We talk about her desire to inspire women through her transparency and the power of community. Kristen also breaks dow…
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Talking About Death With Content Creator Kari the Mortician
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30:22In this episode, we dive into a topic that many of us know little about, but all of us are affected by: death. Our guest is the fascinating Kari Northey, a funeral director and content creator who uses her popular social media channels to educate people and dispel myths in the often misunderstood funeral services industry. Kari shares her journey i…
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