The Voice of Women Podcast Episodes: Women's Interesting and Inspiring Real Life Stories
Episode 127 - Jenn Stephenson
Jenn Stephenson, the visionary behind Calgary's The Curated Home, has over 23 years of real estate and homebuilding experience. Her journey into interior design is inspired by a personal tragedy – the loss of her daughters. This experience fueled her belief in the healing power of home. At The Curated Home, her mission is clear: to make interior design accessible and meaningful. With handpicked furnishings and a commitment to quality, Jenn and her team celebrate the artistry of design, transforming spaces into havens that offer solace, comfort, and inspiration. Join them in a world where design, comfort, and resilience unite beautifully. Today, Jenn shares her journey with us.
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Episode 126 - Laurie Moser
Laurie Moser is the founder of 'Staying Active Health & Wellness.' With over 7 years in the fitness industry and personal experience in parenting a teen with mental health challenges, Laurie understands the power of self-care. Her online courses and group coaching programs provide moms with essential tools and a supportive community. Featured by Focus on the Family, Real Biz Moms, Tracking Happiness, and 5 Minutes for Me App, Laurie is ready to share her insights. Join us for a transformative conversation on self-care and resilience with Laurie Moser
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Episode 125 - Ramya Kapadia
Ramya S. Kapadia is a Knoxville-based artist who wields her talents in Bharatanatyam dance, Carnatic music, Warli art, and children's fiction. With a background in Medical Physics and Neuroscience, Ramya has transitioned seamlessly into the world of art, captivating global audiences with her performances.As the founder of Natyarpana School of Dance & Music, she's dedicated to sharing the richness of Carnatic music and Bharatanatyam throughout the US. Beyond her artistic pursuits, Ramya is a passionate advocate for integrating traditional Indian arts into education, ensuring accessibility for all, including children with special needs. From receiving awards like the Emerging Artist to shaping compassionate communities through her art, Ramya's journey embodies the fusion of tradition and innovation. Join us as we uncover the inspiring narrative of Ramya S. Kapadia.
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Episode 124 - Sherrie Laryse
Sherrie Laryse is a dynamic Emotional Intelligence teacher with over a decade of experience delving into human behavior, neuro linguistics, and the intricacies of grief, trauma, and mental health. Her passion lies in equipping individuals with tangible techniques to tackle life's challenges head-on. Through personalized consultations, captivating group sessions, and compelling public speaking engagements, Sherrie ignites transformation. Her journey is a tapestry woven with vulnerability, showcased in her unfiltered and empowering book, "On Path." Sherrie's unique approach empowers individuals to reframe their perspectives, fostering a profound sense of liberation in their authentic selves.Embark on a journey of profound change with Sherrie as she guides you through the art of embracing life's complexities, emerging stronger, wiser, and truly empowered.
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Episode 123 - Pamela Joyce Liggins
Pamela Joyce Liggins, an author and speaker from Harlem's Lincoln Projects, draws from her upbringing, fourteen years of marriage, and motherhood to create compelling stories. Her journey as an author gained momentum after her ex-husband's 2003 arrest, leading to her transformative role as a published author on May 23rd, 2009. She pioneers by releasing her books as audiobooks, with titles like "Family Tyme! Don't Get Caught Up!" and "FYER! The Diary of a BI Sexual Woman." Pamela's impact resonates through her works and her upcoming Off Broadway play "Side Chick" and series "I Am Not Defined By My Address." Today, I have the pleasure of hearing Pamela's journey as breast cancer survivor, advocate and author.
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Episode 122 - Lindsay Blaze
Lindsay Blaze has developed a culture of connection that is currently represented through a country gas station in Bon Aqua, Tennessee. As a curator of story and branding throughout her travels and career, Lindsay seeks to reveal the raw and real in life. A year and a half ago, she took over the gas station, a place known as the number one drug pick up and drop off for three counties. Today, Gas Boss thrives as an experience of joy that comes from genuine connection through the presence of emotional intelligence; so much so that the station opened an ice cream shop in it called Giddy-Ups. Lindsay’s heart and passion is to bring value to both staff and customer through the daily invitation and welcoming of them to be exactly who they are.
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Episode 121 - Erin Thorp
Erin Thorp is an empathic keynote speaker, writer and coach for leaders who struggle with conflict, communication, and performance during high-stress times. Erin’s life suddenly took a turn when her daughter was diagnosed with a severe learning disability along with ADHD. Having spent 20 years in the masculine dominated engineering and construction industries, Erin decided to take a leave of absence from her career to explore her superpower of empathy to help her daughter achieve the success that she has today, along with coaching many others on empathy and compassion. I have the pleasure of sitting down with her today to discuss how the impacts of her daughter's learning disabilities altered the trajectory of her life today.
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Episode 120 - Caitlin Devall
Caitlin Devall is an experienced real estate professional with a wealth of industry knowledge, has dedicated numerous years to her career. However, amidst an extensive period of dating in search of a life partner with whom she could envision a future and raise a family, Caitlin reached a pivotal moment of self-determination. Faced with the choice between freezing her eggs and exploring the possibility of using a donor, she ultimately embraced the latter as her golden opportunity to embark on the journey of single motherhood.
In this episode, Caitlin candidly recounts the challenges, triumphs, and transformative experiences that have accompanied her resolute decision.
Currently expecting her second child from the same donor, Caitlin generously shares her personal odyssey of navigating the complexities of solo motherhood, offering valuable insights to her listeners.
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Episode 119 - Sharon Costanzo
Sharon Costanzo is a relationship & communication coach who specializes in helping women speak up and work through hard conversations so they can feel more confident and connected in their most important relationships. She hosts the Keep Talking Revolution Podcast and Respected + Connected, an online coaching program and community for women who are working on improving their relationships in a more empowered and authentic way. Today I have the pleasure of speaking with Sharon and gaining insight into how to effectively communicate with our partners.
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Episode 119 - Brenda Beckedorf
Brenda Beckedorf is the Executive Director of Alberta IoT, a non-profit member-based association established in 2017 to support the growth of all things digital by creating a space for connection, collaboration, and innovation. In her role as Executive Director, Brenda’s focus is to bring our community together to provide a common voice in advancing the knowledge, adoption, and growth of the Internet of Things industry within the province of Alberta and throughout the world. Brenda has a story that is one of resilience and strength. She is a domestic abuse survivor, and I have the honour of speaking to Brenda today to hear her journey through turning trauma into triumph.
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