Best From Da Bottom Podcast Podcasts (2025)

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Season 3/EP.3:Hall Pass featuring Mike W. 1:04:39

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What if the students were in charge? In this powerful and eye-opening episode, we’re joined by special guest Mike W. as we dive into real conversations about identity, education, and the student experience — all From da Bottom.We explore: Who are you, really? The importance of self-awareness in and out of the classroom. Why representation matters: …

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Beyond the Crystal Ball: Leading like a Futurist with Katie Rucker 18:01

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What if the most Maverick move isn’t predicting what’s next—but imagining what could be and daring to make it real? In this episode, Gina talks with Katie Rucker of MacKenzie Corporation about leading like a futurist: flipping scarcity into possibility, loosening rigidity, and giving your team agency to co-create the future. From the “cone of possi…

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From da Snippets/Does job security exist? 11:20

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In this throwback clip, we explore a timeless question: Does job security really exist?Listen as we break down what job security meant then- and what it means now- in a world thats alway's changing. We're more than thankful for everyone who tunes in to the show. There would be no us without y'all. You yeah you reading this. Thanks for tuning in. We…

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Season3/Ep.2:Buckets & Books featuring Jaz Shipp 1:01:19

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In this powerful episode, we sit down with standout college athlete Jaz Shipp to talk about the journey, the grind, and the goals that keep her locked in on and off the court. If you're a hooper, a student-athlete, or just someone chasing a dream, this conversation is packed with gems you don't want to miss.We get into topics like: Who first introd…

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Rising to the Top: Navigating Male-Dominated Fields 16:06

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What does it take to lead with impact in spaces where women are still the minority? In this episode of Making Maverick Moves, Gina L. Osborn shares her insights from the Global Women in Tech Conference and her own journey through the U.S. Army, the FBI, and LA Metro. From breaking down self-imposed barriers to commanding a room with confidence, Gin…

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Season 3/EP.1:Where you been? 38:19

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We’re back. After years away from the mic, From da Bottom returns — stronger, wiser, and ready to talk about the journey.In this powerful kickoff to Season 3, we’re breaking down everything that’s happened since you last heard from us: 🔹 Where Have We Been? We open up about what life looked like while the mics were off — the lessons we’ve learned, …

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Don’t Quit Before the Magic Happens | UC Irvine Dean Kristine Collins on Leading with Grit & Resilience 48:12

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What does it take to become the youngest—and first female—dean at a major university? Kristine Collins, Dean of Continuing Education at UC Irvine (UCI), joins Gina L. Osborn to talk servant leadership, building aligned teams, practicing for hard conversations, performance management, bouncing back from setbacks, and why you should never quit before…

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Saying Yes Changed Her Life | Rosslyn Cooper’s Leadership Story 41:04

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Follow Gina: https://www.instagram.com/ginalosborn/ Follow Rosslyn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rosslyn-cooper-31754077/ What happens when you leave everything behind—your home, your career, your comfort zone—for the unknown? Rosslyn Cooper did just that, moving from Australia to the U.S., taking a 42% pay cut, and stepping into tech leadership wit…

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Betting on Herself, Building Clear Path Solutions, and Redefining Leadership | Helen Lao 46:29

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Follow Gina: https://www.instagram.com/ginalosborn/ Follow Helen: https://www.linkedin.com/in/clearpathhelen Helen Lao, a first-generation American, left a secure HR career to build Clear Path Solutions, one of the top executive search firms in the U.S. In this conversation, she shares her journey from selling tires to leading a national team, her …

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Suzy Crawford’s Blueprint for Building a Bold Personal Brand | From Google Exec to Maverick CEO 30:47

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Follow Gina: https://www.instagram.com/ginalosborn/ Follow Suzy: https://www.instagram.com/itssuzycrawford/ In this episode of Making Maverick Moves, Suzy Crawford shares how she walked away from an 8-year career at Google to launch Crawford Marketing, build a thriving coaching program, and teach entrepreneurs the real power of personal branding. F…

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From Rock Bottom to Leader of Thousands | Eric Goodman’s Wild Journey 46:37

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Follow Gina: https://www.instagram.com/ginalosborn/ Follow Eric: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eric-l-goodman-14279580/ What if your greatest pain became your purpose? Eric Goodman, 2024 Orange County Philanthropist of the Year, shares his unbelievable journey from being immobilized in a full-body cast at age 15 to becoming the CEO of a company servi…

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How a Social Worker Became the Go-To Coach for Top Executives | Winnie Da Silva 1:08:32

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Follow Gina: https://www.instagram.com/ginalosborn/ Follow Winnie: https://www.linkedin.com/in/winnie-da-silva-1b8414/ In this episode of Making Maverick Moves, host Gina Osborne sits down with Winnie Da Silva, who shares her transformative journey—from creating an alter ego and using neuroscientific visualization techniques to challenging internal…

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From Star Wars Defense to Surf Tacos | Wing Lam’s Maverick Journey with Wahoo’s Fish Tacos 43:00

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Follow Gina: https://www.instagram.com/ginalosborn/ Follow Wing: https://www.instagram.com/wahooswing/ What happens when you leave a high-tech aerospace career working on the Star Wars defense program to open a taco joint for surfers? Wing Lam, co-founder of Wahoo’s Fish Tacos, shares his inspiring journey of taking risks, embracing authenticity, a…

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Plastic Surgeon Behind Tamra Judge’s Viral Makeover Explains the Truth About Beauty, Aging & Surgery 31:47

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Follow Gina: https://www.instagram.com/ginalosborn/ Follow Dr. Mowlds: https://www.instagram.com/dsmowldsmd/ Dr. Mowlds, the viral plastic surgeon behind Real Housewives star Tamra Judge’s transformation, joins Making Maverick Moves to reveal what really happened, the truth about plastic surgery, and how to age gracefully—without losing yourself. W…

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From Bullying to Boxing Gloves, How My Son Fought Back | Making Maverick Moves #17 33:49

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Follow Gina: https://www.instagram.com/ginalosborn/ Special thanks to Amanda Selogie at Inclusive Education Project, Aldair Perez at Storm mma, and Michelle McDuffie at The Johnson Academy for their support. When Tamme Smith’s son, Thomas, was bullied, excluded, and physically attacked in middle school, she refused to stay silent. Instead, she wrot…

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Inside the Mind of Serial Killers | FBI Jana Monroe’s Chilling Stories 37:28

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Follow Gina: https://www.instagram.com/ginalosborn/ In this gripping episode, trailblazing FBI profiler Jana Monroe shares her experiences from the elite Behavioral Science Unit. From interviewing serial killers to solving one of Florida’s most notorious murder cases, Jana opens up about what it takes to face pure evil — and how she stayed strong a…

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Don’t Just Check Every Box. How to Break the Mold Instead. | Making Maverick Moves #15 9:25

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Follow Gina: https://www.instagram.com/ginalosborn/ Real stories, practical leadership tips, and a wake-up call to unleash your maverick mindset. Timestamps 00:00 – Meet Gina: Army vet, FBI agent, and fearless leader 00:39 – Why men apply before they’re ready—and women often don’t 01:19 – Credentials aren’t everything—vision is 02:03 – Your differe…

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Trading Comfort for Authenticity with Julie Farbaniec 48:13

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Follow Gina: https://www.instagram.com/ginalosborn/ From corporate HR to launching her own leadership company, Julie opens up about authenticity, courage, and building trust. Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro: Julie Farbaniec’s leadership journey 01:43 - Why “just because you think it, doesn’t make it true” 03:27 - The damage of unvalidated assumptions in …

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Raise the Roof: How One Businessman Built a Legacy of Good 49:59

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Follow Gina: https://www.instagram.com/ginalosborn/ Charles Antis, founder of Antis Roofing, shares the emotional journey of how a single act of generosity reshaped his life, business, and industry. From giving away his first roof to leading national philanthropic initiatives, Charles proves that fearless giving can build both legacy and impact. Th…

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Heather Brown, Trial Lawyer & Advocate for Justice 57:52

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Follow Gina: https://www.instagram.com/ginalosborn/ Heather Brown's journey from surviving childhood abuse to becoming a fierce advocate and trial lawyer is one of the most powerful stories of resilience and purpose you'll ever hear. In this episode of Making Maverick Moves, Heather shares how her trauma became her motivation to prosecute child pre…

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Purpose, Reinvented: Leading with Heart, Healing with Work | Bonnie Pomish, CEO of Working Wardrobes 49:56

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Follow Gina: https://www.instagram.com/ginalosborn/ A powerful conversation on second chances, purpose, and building dignity through workforce reentry. What does it take to follow in the footsteps of a legendary founder — and make the mission your own? In this inspiring episode, Bonnie Pomish, CEO of Working Wardrobes, shares her bold journey of st…

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From FBI to Fearless | Gina L. Osborn's Story 54:58

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Follow Gina!: https://www.instagram.com/ginalosborn/ Picture the resolve it takes to track Soviet spies across Cold‑War Europe, then rise through the ranks of one of the world’s premier law‑enforcement agency—only to step onto a TEDx stage and turn those lessons into a talk that moves strangers to act. That constellation of careers belongs to Gina …

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Build Your Port Before Your Ship Comes In 12:07

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In this Power Moves and Leadership Lessons episode, we're talking about a lesson that separates the Mavericks from the Masses: It doesn't matter if your ship comes in if your port isn't built to dock it. You've heard the saying, "You're ship will come in." That sounds great, right? But here's the real question: When that ship arrives, will you be r…

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The Maverick's Guide to Courage with Sandra Ford Walston 25:57

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Courage isn't just about jumping out of planes or standing before a roaring crowd. It's the quiet, relentless force behind every bold decision, every career pivot, and every moment you refuse to settle for less. It also keeps so many people stuck, afraid to take the next step. Today, we're breaking down courage - what it really is, how to strengthe…

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What is a Maverick Move? How to Make Small Shifts to Maximize Your Impact 15:38

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What is a Maverick Move? We talk a lot about Maverick Moves on this show, but Gina wanted to spend some time unpacking what that looks like and why it's essential for building the life and career we genuinely desire. It's not about making impulsive, rash decisions. It's about being intentional, making choices that are aligned with our authentic sel…

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The Art of Thinking Big and Playing Bigger with Kimberly Roush 32:56

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Welcome to Making Maverick Moves, the podcast where we dive into bold, unconventional actions that break the mold and redefine success. Today, we are tackling a game-changing question: Who are you... When you are big. My guess today is the incredible Kimberly Roush of All-Star Executive Coaching. She's an executive coach, speaker, and author of Who…

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Mean Girls Don't Make Leaders 8:12

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In this Power Moves and Leadership Lessons episode of Making Maverick Moves, we tackle a harsh reality - "Mean Girls" don't make leaders. In the boardroom, the breakroom, or behind closed doors, toxic behavior undermines trust, stifles innovation, and holds everyone back. Real leadership isn't about tearing others down; it's about lifting them up. …

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Shaping Tomorrow's Female Mavericks with Vikki Shepp, CEO Girl Scouts of Orange County 35:57

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Welcome to Making Maverick Moves, where we dive into the bold decisions and fearless actions of those who refuse to accept the status quo. Today’s guest, Vikki Shepp, is the embodiment of a true maverick leader. As the CEO of Girl Scouts of Orange County, Vikki has spent over a decade shaping the future of youth leadership and championing opportuni…

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From Being First to Being Fierce with Kristin Crowley, LA City Fire Chief 41:21

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Welcome to Making Maverick Moves, the podcast where we explore the bold decisions and unorthodox paths taken by extraordinary individuals. This episode is both timely and sobering. Before the devastating wildfires swept through Los Angeles in January 2025, Gina L. Osborn sat down with Los Angeles Fire Chief Kristin Crowley in November 2024. At the …

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How Crisis and Change Led to Making Maverick Moves at LA Metro 46:35

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In this powerful episode of Making Maverick Moves, host Gina L. Osborn steps into the spotlight to share one of the boldest decisions of her career - taking a stand at LA Metro, a move that ultimately led to her unceremonious termination. With unflinching honesty, Gina walks us through the moment she chose to fight for what was right, knowing full …

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Marriage advice-Throwback 11:22

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Sometimes you have to listen to people that been where your trying to go. This a clip from a past episode. Don't forget to subscribe to us however you listen or watch us also. Please rate us and leave a review(Good or Bad) it's all good. CHECK OUT OUR MERCH LINE... https://teespring.com/stores/from-da-... E-mail us at: [email protected] Let…

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Are you calling the cops on mom? 8:11

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Would you call the cops on mom? Throwback clip from a previous show. Don't forget to subscribe to us however you listen or watch us also. Please rate us and leave a review(Good or Bad) it's all good. CHECK OUT OUR MERCH LINE... https://teespring.com/stores/from-da-... E-mail us at: [email protected] Let's get it!!! Nothing on this podcast s…

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Inspiration for writing a book 4:58

2y ago4:58

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Here's a throwback clip from a past show featuring Tommy. We're more than thankful for everyone who tunes into the show. You yeah you reading this. Thanks for tuning in. We appreciate it!!! We just wanted to let you know. Now carry on lol!!! You could always catch up on our old episode's and reminisce with us. We miss yall for real!! One day we wil…

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Get around positive people!!! 7:14

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Here's a throwback clip from a past show featuring Boo. We're more than thankful for everyone who tunes into the show. You yeah you reading this. Thanks for tuning in. We appreciate it!!! We just wanted to let you know. Now carry on lol!!! You could always catch up on our old episode's and reminisce with us. We miss yall for real!! One day we will …

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Flashback-What do you do when you lose motivation to keep doing what you love? 10:58

2+ y ago10:58

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Here's a throwback clip from a past show featuring Kyle. We're more than thankful for everyone who tunes into the show. You yeah you reading this. Thanks for tuning in. We appreciate it!!! We just wanted to let you know. Now carry on lol!!! You could always catch up on our old episode's and reminisce with us. We miss yall for real!! One day we will…

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Short clip-What will have you running from a relationship faster? 9:20

2+ y ago9:20

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Here's a throwback clip from a past show. We're more than thankful for everyone who tunes in to the show. You yeah you reading this. Thanks for tuning in. We appreciate it!!! We just wanted to let you know. Now carry on lol!!! You could always catch up on our old episode's and reminisce with us. We miss yall for real!!…

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Short Clip: Things we take for granted 7:57

2+ y ago7:57

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Here's a throwback clip from a past show. We're more than thankful for everyone who tunes in to the show. You yeah you reading this. Thanks for tuning in. We appreciate it!!! We just wanted to let you know. Now carry on lol!!! You could always catch up on our old episode's and reminisce with us. We miss yall for real!!…

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Get out the box 11:04

3+ y ago11:04

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Short clip from our episode of "Step outside of the Box." Sometimes you have to do things different to get different results.By From Da Bottom Podcast

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The Chief - Cathy Lanier 29:31

4y ago29:31

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Let's talk about INVINCIBILITY. Chief Cathy Lanier refused to be defeated or overcome by past decisions. She went from being a teenage mom with a ninth grade education to becoming the first female Chief of Police of the DC Metropolitan Police. Now the Senior Vice President of Security for the NFL, another male dominated field, Chief Lanier teaches …

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Abigail Olson - The Young Gun Chef 33:44

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Abigail Olson began her culinary career at age 15 when she was accepted into a vocational school food program. She graduated from the prestigious Culinary Institute of America by age 19. By the ripe old age of 24, she became the first female Senior Sous Chef at the Michelin Three-Star restaurant Alinea in Chicago. In this episode, Abigail talks abo…

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Brooke Smith - The Change Agent 37:39

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Brooke Smith is the President of MHX, a trucking and logistics company where 90% of her customers are men. On this episode, we talk about perceptions, building strong teams and being intentional when choosing the people with whom we surround ourselves.By Gina L. Osborn

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Megan Ragsdale - Leading with Heart 38:58

4y ago38:58

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Megan Ragsdale is the Chief Operating Officer for the Soapy Joes Car Wash Franchise. In this episode, we discuss the importance of establishing core values that drive the mission of an organization, authentic leadership and escaping the fear of failure.By Gina L. Osborn

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Vlada Bortnik - The Tech Genius 33:20

4y ago33:20

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Vlada Bortnik is the Co-Founder and CEO of Marco Polo, a popular video communications app that is changing the way we stay in touch. In this episode, Vlada speaks about being a woman in tech, teaching girls at an early age to embrace Science, Technology, Engineering an Math and conquering the negative voices inside so we can reach our greatest pote…

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Nell Scovell - The Comedy Queen 25:52

4+ y ago25:52

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Nell Scovell, Writer/Director/Producer and Co-Author of Lean In with Sheryl Sanberg joins us to discuss lessons from the book and her experiences working in the male dominated world of comedy.By Gina L. Osborn

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Change the Narrative featuring Trooper Nolan Washington 1:46:12

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This week we have State Trooper Nolan Washington on!! He takes us behind the badge and lets us know that we have to change things from the inside. You don't want to miss it. Like, Subscribe, and Share. Don't forget to rate us on iTunes. You know we appreciate ya'll! The goal this season will be for us to have guest that inspire and motivate you. We…

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Liz McKinley - The Oil Tycoon 21:22

4+ y ago21:22

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Liz McKinley is the Founder and President of Pinnacle Petroleum, a $200 million company. She learned what it was like to be the only woman in the room when she was the first woman to be hired by Koch Industries at the commercial level back in the early 80’s. Liz started her own company in 1995 and rose to the top of the male dominated oil industry.…

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Voviette Morgan - The Lady Fed 34:34

4+ y ago34:34

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FBI Special Agent in Charge Voviette Morgan is the highest ranking African American female Special Agent in the Federal Bureau of Investigation. She investigated everything from white collar crime to international terrorism. In this episode, SAC Morgan shares her journey to the top of the male dominated field of law enforcement navigating privacy, …

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Kim Shepherd - The Entrepreneur 27:57

4+ y ago27:57

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Kim Shepherd is a CEO, Entrepreneur, Author, Speaker and Consultant. Two decades before Covid 19 hit, Kim took her multi-million dollar company, Decision Toolbox, remote. In this episode, Kim highlights key leadership principles of leading a remote workplace and gives great advice to entrepreneurs who are trying to find their niche.…

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Patty Farmer - The Marketing and Media Strategist 30:08

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Patty Farmer is an Award Winning Marketing and Media Strategist, International Speaker, Radio Host, Magazine Publisher, Event Producer and Author. In this episode, Patty shares how to market yourself for success, monetize your talents, determine your worth and eliminate imposter syndrome.By Gina L. Osborn

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Molly Jolly - The Savvy Negotiator 25:04

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Molly Jolly is the highest-ranking woman in the Angels Baseball Franchise as the Senior Vice President of Finance and Administration. She’s also the Board Chair for the Girl Scouts of Orange County. In this episode, Molly shares her journey to working in the wide world of sports. Having been involved in numerous high-stakes negotiations, Molly shar…