Best Femalefounders Podcasts (2025)

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Sexy, Saucy and Totally Eden: Tahini Baby Has Arrived, with Eden Grinshpan 43:40

5d ago43:40

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This week on SUPERWOMEN, I’m joined by my longtime friend, the host of “Top Chef Canada” and Food Network alum Eden Grinshpan, for a lively conversation on creativity in the kitchen and beyond. You might know Eden from her time on television or her much loved cookbooks, “Eating Out Loud,” but, in this episode, she’s giving us the inside scoop on he…

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From The Bachelor to Brand Builder: Kirpa Sudick on Turning Personal Growth into a Scalable Business 35:37

8d ago35:37

35:37

What happens when visibility doesn’t automatically lead to a business? For Kirpa Sudick — former contestant on The Bachelor Season 23 — the next step was clear: build a brand rooted in purpose and long-term value. In this episode of Raw and Real Entrepreneurship, Susan Sly speaks with Kirpa about how she transitioned from public figure to business …

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From Wall Street to Wine with Neha Kumar, Co-founder of Full Glass Wine Co. 36:39

13d ago36:39

36:39

This week on SUPERWOMEN, I sat down with Neha Kumar, co-founder and COO of Full Glass Wine Co., a brand acquisition and management firm that focuses on revitalizing the direct-to-consumer wine market. In an inspiring conversation, she teaches us about entrepreneurship, resilience, and redefining success on your own terms. Neha’s career began in fin…

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How Sircles Raised $1M in 6 Days and Is Flipping the Review Model, with Founder John Worthington 47:02

15d ago47:02

47:02

In this episode of Raw and Real Entrepreneurship, Susan Sly sits down with John Worthington, founder of Sircles —a social recommendation app that raised over $1M in just six days on WeFunder and is on a mission to disrupt the Yelp model. They get candid about the real cost of building a startup, leading through chaos, and the emotional resilience r…

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Finding Work-Life Harmony with Tina Wells, Marketing Expert and Bestselling Author 35:54

20d ago35:54

35:54

This week on SUPERWOMEN, I sat down with Tina Wells, entrepreneur, bestselling author, and brand builder, whose impressive career started when she was just 16 years old. Tina has spent nearly three decades making a lasting impact on the business world, from creating her first company as a teenager to launching brands with Target, writing over 20 bo…

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84. 5 habits I’d unlearn immediately to hit my goals this year 23:41

22d ago23:41

23:41

We’re unpacking the subtle, shady thoughts and habits that seem like no big deal — but are quietly sabotaging your confidence, self-trust, and success. These are the patterns I refuse to normalize — and the ones I’ve made sure to cut down on in order to earn 7 figures in my 20s. AUDACIOUS: https://makenzieco.com/audacious UNLIMITED: https://makenzi…

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Revisiting New York City’s Glory Days with Dorinda Medley 40:07

27d ago40:07

40:07

Welcome back to the Morning After Series on SUPERWOMEN, sponsored by Magnum Ice Cream! In the fourth and final episode of this series, Candace Bushnell, the creator of “Sex and The City,” and I met up with with Dorinda Medley—beloved “Real Housewives of New York” alum, author of “Make It Nice,” and ultimate New York icon—for an unfiltered conversat…

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Walking Away and Coming Back Better with Dolores Catania, Reality TV Star and Entrepreneur 42:55

1M ago42:55

42:55

On the SUPERWOMEN podcast, I’m sitting down with the “Real Housewives of New Jersey” star and “Traitors” winner Dolores Catania. As two cast members of the “Housewives” franchise, we open up about our time on the shows, and we reflect on resilience, reinvention, and what it really means to stay true to yourself—even when the world is watching. Dolo…

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Why Success Is the Sweetest Revenge, with Model and TV Star Camille Kostek 34:14

1M ago34:14

34:14

We’re back with the Morning After Series on SUPERWOMEN, sponsored by Magnum Ice Cream! In the third episode of this four-part series, Candace Bushnell, the creator of “Sex and The City,” and I sat down with the incredible Camille Kostek—model, entrepreneur, and former NFL cheerleader. Camille opens up about the brutal rejections that she faced earl…

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Why Your Lifestyle Is Draining Your Health and How to Reset, with Dr. Amy Shah 52:43

2M ago52:43

52:43

On SUPERWOMEN, I’m sitting down with Dr. Amy Shah, a double board-certified physician, best-selling author, and nutrition expert. Amy walked away from a traditional medical career to carve her own path in wellness. After spending years training to become a doctor, she found herself exhausted and unfulfilled. Searching for answers, she turned to wri…

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83. "I suck at being a beginner" then listen to this 22:45

2M ago22:45

22:45

Most people never get where they want to go because they're bad beginners. They're unwilling to be bad in the pursuit of being amazing. In this episode, I’m breaking down why being a beginner feels so brutal, why your ego freaks out when you’re bad at something, and how to keep your momentum even when results aren’t showing up yet. This is going to…

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Meeting Mr. Right, with the Fashion Icon Nicky Hilton Rothschild 29:47

2M ago29:47

29:47

Welcome back to the Morning After Series on SUPERWOMEN, sponsored by Magnum Ice Cream! In the second episode of this four-part series, Candace Bushnell, the creator of “Sex and The City,” and I sat down with the fashion icon Nicky Hilton Rothschild, to talk about her experiences with dating and how “SATC” has shaped her life. Nicky is a New Yorker,…

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The Realities of Startups, Pitching & AI’s Next Wave with Hikari Senju, Founder of Omneky 49:42

2M ago49:42

49:42

In this episode of Raw and Real Entrepreneurship, host Susan Sly sits down with Hikari Senju, Founder of Omneky, to discuss his journey from a creative childhood to scaling innovative startups. Hikari dives into his early entrepreneurial experiences, the rise of generative AI, and how AI is transforming advertising. He also reveals the challenges o…

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This Scrunchie Could Literally Save Your Life, with Shirah Benarde, the Gen Z CEO and Co-Founder of NightCap 27:47

2M ago27:47

27:47

On SUPERWOMEN, I talked to Shirah Benarde, the 22-year-old CEO and co-founder of NightCap. When she was just 16, Shirah found out that one of her friends had been roofied. Not long after, she got to work, taping together a pair of pantyhose and a scrunchie to make a prototype of a device that can help protect people from drink-spiking. Cut to one y…

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AI Startups, Fundraising & The Pivot That Changed Everything with Susan Groeneveld, Founder of Sylvester.ai 51:10

2M ago51:10

51:10

In this episode of Raw and Real Entrepreneurship, Susan Sly sits down with Susan Groeneveld, Founder of Sylvester.ai, to discuss the bold pivot that reshaped her AI startup. Initially launched as a B2C pet health platform, Susan made the strategic decision to shift to B2B, securing key contracts to expand into veterinary clinics and successfully ra…

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Exposing the Dark Side and Hidden Threats of Technology with Laurie Segall, the Investigative Tech Journalist 43:26

2M ago43:26

43:26

On the SUPERWOMEN podcast, I’m sitting down with Laurie Segall, the founder of Mostly Human Media and a former senior technology correspondent and editor-at-large at CNN. Throughout her award-winning career, Laurie has investigated the dangers of technology, and has interviewed some of the most powerful figures in Silicon Valley, like Mark Zuckerbe…

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82. Why some people succeed fast while others don't 34:46

2M ago34:46

34:46

Most people don’t struggle with wanting success—they struggle with the discomfort of earning it. In this episode, which is a lesson pulled from my program Unlimited, I’m breaking down the difference between wanting to earn success and expecting it to come easy. This might sting a little, but if you’re open to it, it could change the way you approac…

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Being Your Own Mr. Big, with Candace Bushnell, the Creator of “Sex and the City” and Real-Life Carrie Bradshaw 33:33

3M ago33:33

33:33

Welcome to the Morning After Series on SUPERWOMEN, sponsored by Magnum Ice Cream! In this four-part series,Candace Bushnell, the creator of “Sex and The City,” and I are going to be chatting about everything from career and adulting to relationships, friendships, and, of course, love (or the struggle to find it) here in New York City. Plus, we’ll h…

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A necessity of getting to your next level 21:58

3M ago21:58

21:58

Makenzie talks about a necessary skill needed to get to your next level — financially, physically, mentally, in relationships & life. If you know you’re wanting to get to your next level, come get our workshop: https://makenzieco.com/180-uplevel UPLEVEL special offer here https://makenzieco.com/180-uplevel AUDACIOUS MEMBERSHIP: https://makenzieco.c…

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Reinventing the Parenting Playbook with Chelsea Hirschhorn, the Founder and C.E.O. of Frida 38:27

3M ago38:27

38:27

On the SUPERWOMEN podcast, I’m sitting down with Chelsea Hirschhorn, the founder and C.E.O. of Frida, to talk about how her company prepares women, and parents in general, for the raw realities of raising children. Chelsea launched Frida Baby, in 2014, with the NoseFrida, a handy tool she’d used on her own young child when they were sick with a col…

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AI Disruption, Female Founders, & Raising Capital with Melinda Wittstock, Founder of Podopolo 52:01

3M ago52:01

52:01

AI is shaking up industries, but what does it mean for female founders in today’s challenging funding environment? In this episode of Raw and Real Entrepreneurship, Susan Sly sits down with five-time entrepreneur Melinda Wittstock—AI innovator, venture partner, and CEO of Podopolo. They break down the impact of AI disruptors like DeepSeek, the fund…

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Building the Business and Life of Your Dreams with Kathleen Griffith, a Bestselling Author and Entrepreneur 34:15

3M ago34:15

34:15

On the SUPERWOMEN podcast this week, I’m joined by Kathleen Griffith, an award-winning business strategist and bestselling author, to talk about her book, “Build Like a Woman: The Blueprint for Creating a Business and Life You Love,” and her path to empowering female entrepreneurs. Kathleen started her career in corporate, working for big advertisi…

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What It Takes To \"Have It All\" In Life 30:04

3M ago30:04

30:04

An honest conversation about what it took to transform from someone who felt like all she wanted was out of reach to someone who genuinely feels so blessed and like she has it all. AUDACIOUS MEMBERSHIP - https://makenzieco.com/audacious UNLIMITED YEAR LONG MENTORSHIP - https://makenzieco.com/unlimited #confidencecoach #confidencebuilding #confidenc…

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Staying True to Yourself and Your Vision with Tiffany Masterson, the Founder of Drunk Elephant 37:22

3M ago37:22

37:22

This week, I sat down with Tiffany Masterson, the founder of the skincare company Drunk Elephant, on the SUPERWOMEN podcast to talk about the importance of staying committed to your purpose while growing your business. Before she started the company, Tiffany recognized in herself a deep passion for using her creativity to help others. She’d been as…

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How Kaylee Lieffers Disrupted the Beauty Industry with Blanka’s Zero-Inventory Model 46:21

3M ago46:21

46:21

Kaylee Lieffers, Co-Founder and CEO of Blanka, shares how she built a top Shopify beauty app that helps entrepreneurs launch private-label brands—without holding inventory. From bootstrapping and startup struggles to funding, hiring, and overcoming imposter syndrome, Kaylee reveals key lessons in scaling a tech business. A must-listen for founders,…

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79. Soft Girl Era is Gone: Become Unrecognizable Instead 25:22

3M ago25:22

25:22

2025 isn't the year to play it safe or keep yourself in the same self-sabotaging patterns. In this episode, I'm covering the mentality to become unrecognizable and the 3 questions I'm asking myself (and you should ask yourself!) daily to build the kind of confidence & discipline that gets real results. AUDACIOUS MEMBERSHIP - https://makenzieco.com/…

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The Future of Content Creation and AI with Cody Schneider, Co-Founder of Swell AI 59:38

3M ago59:38

59:38

In this Raw and Real Entrepreneurship episode, host Susan Sly sits down with Cody Schneider, Co-Founder of Swell AI. Together, they explore the dynamic landscape of startups, highlighting the rising trend of remote work and the power of global talent pools. Cody shares invaluable insights on scaling companies through innovative strategies like podc…

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From Registered Nurse to Entrepreneur: Revolutionizing Healthcare with Jasmine Bhatti, Founder of Navi Nurses 39:14

3M ago39:14

39:14

In this episode of Raw and Real Entrepreneurship, Susan Sly chats with Jasmine Bhatti, a Registered Nurse and founder of Navi Nurses, about her journey from COVID unit nurse to healthcare innovator. Learn how Jasmine bootstrapped her company, scaled to 200+ nurses, and disrupted the industry with patient-focused care. She shares insights on finding…

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Navigating Startup Growth and Challenges with Gregory Shepard, Founder of BOSS Capital Partners 51:16

4M ago51:16

51:16

In this inspiring episode of Raw and Real Entrepreneurship, host Susan Sly sits down with Gregory Shepard, founder of BOSS Capital Partners, serial entrepreneur, and author of The Startup Life Cycle. Gregory shares insights from his groundbreaking research, including interviews with 1,200 founders, and highlights the phases where startups are most …

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Disrupting the Jewelry Industry with Nicole Wegman, the C.E.O of Ring Concierge 33:22

4M ago33:22

33:22

This week, Nicole Wegman, the founder and C.E.O. of the fine jewelry company Ring Concierge, returns to the SUPERWOMEN podcast to discuss how she’s transforming the industry with her women-first approach. When I first interviewed Nicole, in 2022, she spoke about the value of scaling a business slowly and strategically. Nicole launched Ring Concierg…

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78. Transform Your Body in 90 Days 27:37

4M ago27:37

27:37

Listen in on the 3 shifts Makenzie used to transform her relationship with her body, stop fluctuating weight, and the same 3 shifts she used this year to drop down 2 pant sizes. Perfect episode for those who want to take their body from good enough to insane, those who have hit a plateau in fitness, want to transform without sacrificing their socia…

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The Power of Poker: How Poker Empowers Women to Win at Life with Jenny Just Co-Founder & Managing Partner of PEAK6 and Co-Founder of Poker Power 42:35

5M ago42:35

42:35

What do the boardroom, your love life, and a poker table have in common? According to self-made billionaire Jenny Just, Co-Founder and Managing Partner of PEAK6 and Co-Founder of Poker Power, they’re all places where women can learn to play—and win. From being one of the few women on the Chicago Board Options Exchange trading floor to founding and …

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77. How to build the confidence to double your income in 6 months 32:48

5M ago32:48

32:48

I’ve had countless clients increase their incomes 2-8x in under half a year; what each of them has in common is always that they’ve changed how they see themselves & how abundant they allow themselves to feel. Today’s episode dives into 3 ways to tap into this confidence. AUDACIOUS MEMBERSHIP - https://makenzieco.com/audacious #ConfidenceCoach #con…

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From Handbags to Haute Couture: Overcoming Fashion Industry Hurdles, Reframing Failure, and the Power of Persistence with Dee Ocleppo Hilfiger 38:55

5M ago38:55

38:55

As a designer, breaking into the fashion industry can be challenging even when you have the best connections. Success requires grit, determination, resilience, and the ability to keep getting back up after failures and setbacks. Just ask Dee Ocleppo Hilfiger, Founder & Creative Director of Dee Ocleppo and Creative Director of Judith Leiber. Althoug…

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76. The biggest block to you having what you want 21:55

5M ago21:55

21:55

Most people don't have what they wan't because they give up before they see the success through to the end. Today's episode dives into the biggest reason you're self-sabotaging, giving up early, and not seeing it through. AUDACIOUS MEMBERSHIP - https://makenzieco.com/audacious #ConfidenceCoach #confidencebuilding #confidence #lifecoaching…

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From Heartbreak to Hope: A 4-Year IVF Journey, Embracing Donor Eggs & the Path to Motherhood with Camille Guaty, Actress and Infertility Advocate 38:50

5M ago38:50

38:50

You may recognize her from her roles on TV and in movies, including her most recent role as Detective Silva in Harold and the Purple Crayon. Still, actress and infertility advocate Camille Guaty has an even bigger story to share. The story that led her to play the most important role of her life - playing mother to her beloved five-year-old son Mor…

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InvestHer Podcast Episode 46 - Connecting the Dots in the UK & Global Entrepreneurial Ecosystem 55:24

6M ago55:24

55:24

In this episode of the InvestHer Podcast, host Anne Ravanona sits down with Marc Ortmans from Global Entrepreneurship Network UK (GEN UK) to discuss the transformative power of shared values in the world of entrepreneurship. Drawing from his rich background in design and branding, Marc shares insights on the vital role of ecosystems and entrepreneu…

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From College Startup to Gen Z Success: Starting Young, Innovating, and Co-Founding with Mom with Amanda Zuckerman, Co-Founder of Dormify 29:53

6M ago29:53

29:53

According to Urban Dictionary, "dormify" means "to decorate your living space with cool, trendy, hip fashion." It was added in 2011, the same year Dormify, the powerhouse brand behind the growing Internet trend for designer dorm rooms, was officially launched. Co-founded by Amanda Zuckerman and her mom, this brand has transformed dorm and small-spa…

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Unlocking Holistic Health: How Women Can Balance Hormones & Take Control with Dr. Taz, Author of The Hormone Shift 39:53

6M ago39:53

39:53

In the Western medical system, healthcare is often used to treat symptoms and diagnose illnesses rather than considering the whole person and addressing the root cause. As women's hormones fluctuate and change, this system often fails them because most doctors do not think holistically. Dr. Taz Bhatia, a double board-certified integrative physician…

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Redefining Fitness: No Pain, All Gain - Discover Pvolve’s Game-Changing Method with Rachel Katzman, Founder of Pvolve 28:30

6M ago28:30

28:30

Are you overwhelmed by the endless amounts of fitness options out there? Are you looking for a workout routine that you can stick to that doesn't leave you hobbling in pain the next day? Then check out this episode featuring Rachel Katzman, founder of Pvolve⁠ , a new fitness method that combines functional fitness with resistance-based equipment. D…

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Breaking the Stigma: Menopause, Women’s Health & Oprah’s New Insider Community with Pilar Guzmán, Editorial Director of Oprah Daily 48:10

6M ago48:10

48:10

As a trailblazer for women everywhere, Oprah has always been a leading voice regarding subjects such as weight loss and women's health. Over the years, Oprah has used her voice to tell stories across many media channels from The Oprah Winfrey Show to O, The Oprah Magazine. Now that the media landscape has changed, Oprah Daily is the new home for al…

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Breaking Barriers in Music: From Underdog to Top Music Exec & AAPI Mentor with Wendy Ong, Global Co-President of TaP Music 47:26

6M ago47:26

47:26

Even today, it is nearly unheard of for a woman to break into the still largely white male-dominated music industry and rise the ranks to run a label or artist management company. And the amount of Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) women at the top is even smaller. Despite all odds, that’s exactly what Wendy Ong, Global Co-President / Chie…

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Amplifying Jewish Voices: Heartfelt Reflections on What it Means to Be Jewish with Zibby Owens and Essay Contributors of On Being Jewish Now 39:28

7M ago39:28

39:28

Following the attacks that occurred on October 7th, 2023, Zibby Owens, bestselling author, podcaster, bookstore owner, and media company CEO, contacted Jewish writers and advocates, asking them to write essays on what being Jewish means and feels to them. From those contacted, 75 prominent Jewish voices contributed essays leading to the birth of th…

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How to Know When it's Time to Pivot 23:20

7M ago23:20

23:20

In the latest episode of the FemCity Podcast, FemCity Founder, Violette de Ayala and FemCity COO, Lynn Pelzer sit down and chat about how to know when it’s time to pivot. About FemCity // Join FemCity with a complimentary Community Membership!It’s the perfect way to sample our Membership, attend local events, meet FemCity Founder, Violette de Ayala…

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From Reality TV to Beauty Innovator: Trusting Her Vision & Empowering Women with Carmindy, Makeup Artist & Founder of Carmindy Beauty 37:48

7M ago37:48

37:48

In a world that profits off of women’s insecurities, Carmindy, makeup artist and founder of Carmindy Beauty is empowering women and showing them just how beautiful they already are. As a makeup artist specializing in "no makeup" makeup, Carmindy offers an affordable and streamlined cosmetics line that helps women feel good in only five minutes. Bes…

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Healing and Plant Medicine 26:12

7M ago26:12

26:12

In the latest episode of the FemCity Podcast, FemCity COO Lynn Pelzer sits down with Po-Hung Yu, a trusted advisor, somatic healer, and microdosing guide, for an insightful conversation on healing and the power of plant medicine. About Po-Hung Yu // Po-Hung Yu helps high-performing CEOs and Founders live in flow, experience true freedom, and create…

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75. Is shame the problem? 35:32

7M ago35:32

35:32

Makenzie talks about 5 common ways shame shows itself in her clients, why shame is the number one thing keeping many from being relentless, and a method she recommends to overcome shame. 💣 JOIN RELENTLESS: https://makenzieco.com/relentless 👅 JOIN AUDACIOUS MEMBERSHIP: https://www.makenzieco.com/audacious 🚀 FREE MINI COURSE: https://makenzieco.myflo…

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From PA to Powerhouse: Rising in Entertainment & Shattering Workplace Myths with Bonnie Hammer, Vice Chair of NBCUniversal and Author of 15 Lies Women are Told at Work…and the Truth We Need to Succeed 34:23

7M ago34:23

34:23

With a career spanning decades, Bonnie Hammer, Vice Chair of NBCUniversal has carved a name for herself in the male-dominated entertainment industry. A leader in the cable industry, she has led the teams that transformed large channels such as USA Network, Syfy, and E! She recently authored the book 15 Lies Women are Told at Work...and the Truth We…

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74. 3 Behaviors That Sabotage Your Success - Pt. 2 33:28

8M ago33:28

33:28

In today's episode Makenzie talks about 3 of the 6 sneaky behaviors that she's found have gotten in her way, and her clients way, of creating success in business, health, relationships, and with money. JOIN UNLIMITED: https://www.makenzieco.com/unlimited JOIN AUDACIOUS MEMBERSHIP: https://www.makenzieco.com/audacious FREE MINI COURSE: https://maken…

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Revolutionizing Olive Oil: Exposing Fraud, Scaling & Changing the Game with Aishwarya Iyer, Founder & CEO of Brightland 32:06

8M ago32:06

32:06

Almost every home cook knows that most recipes begin with olive oil, but most can't tell you which brand or type they use, or if they even use 100% olive oil. This inspired Aishwarya Iyer, CEO and Founder of Brightland, a premium olive oil company, to launch her brand and ultimately revolutionize the olive oil industry. After innocently Googling "b…

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