Women EMpowerment Episodes

What if your voice could reveal what your body, and your life, are trying to tell you? In this episode, Growth Engineer Alex Fredericks shares how dyslexia became his superpower, why opportunity only knocks once, and how a 30-second voice note can unlock real-time insight into your wellbeing.

In this episode of Back2Basics, Leticia Latino sits down with serial entrepreneur and branding expert Karen Post to explore what it really means to reinvent yourself. From launching a successful PR firm at 22 without following a traditional path, to losing everything in a failed startup and finding the courage to begin again, Karen shares candid lessons on resilience, failure, and trusting your instincts. The conversation dives into the power of pivoting into your true sweet spot, investing unapologetically in yourself, and redefining what a brand really is—not a logo, but what people think, feel, and expect when you show up. Karen also shares the story behind her latest venture, the American Prosperity Pillow, blending entrepreneurship, patriotism, and purpose. This episode is a must-listen for anyone navigating change and building a life and career with intention.

Living in Your Wheelhouse explores what happens when you realize you’ve spent years on the right bus but sitting in the wrong seat. In this episode, Kim Costa shares her powerful journey from a 27-year misaligned career as an accountant to building a life rooted in authenticity, alignment, and intentional design. Kim began reshaping not just her career, but her philosophy on how our homes, and lives, should support who we truly are. We discuss fear as a silent saboteur, why so many people regret major home and life decisions, her 4M Foundation (Myself, Mastery, Mission, Mates), and her Wheelhouse Process for bringing clarity to emotional choices before making big moves!

Lisa Morales Hellebo is a powerhouse with 30 years of experience across tech, design, systems thinking, entrepreneurship, and now venture capital. Lisa is the Founder & Co-Managing GP of REFASHIOND Ventures, a New York–based fund investing in early-stage startups that are radically transforming industrial value chains across Data & AI, Advanced Materials, Advanced Manufacturing, and Next-Gen Logistics. It’s about reimagining what’s possible when you combine relentless curiosity with deep conviction. Whether you’re an operator, investor, or changemaker, Lisa’s vision will challenge you to think bigger — and act bolder — at the intersection of innovation and impact.

What if the real key to leadership wasn’t authority, but curiosity? In this energizing episode of Back2Basics, Leticia Latino sits down with Laura Martin—co-founder and CEO of The Glinda Group—to explore how choosing curiosity over conventionality has shaped her bold, purpose-driven career. From her early days dreaming of entrepreneurship in rural Minnesota to walking away from a lucrative client that didn't align with her company’s vision, Laura shares how she’s navigated each career chapter like a “choose your own adventure” story—guided by values, fueled by curiosity, and committed to building meaningful connections.

Lisa Lutoff-Perlo is a recognized global business powerhouse and recipient of numerous awards including the South Florida Business Journal and Forbes Travel Guide Lifetime Achievement Awards. She is best known for her transformative role as the former CEO of Celebrity Cruises, where she made history as the first woman to lead a major cruise line. Her leadership helped redefine the luxury cruise experience with a focus on innovation, diversity, and sustainability. She also helped activate the enthusiasm for Soccer here Miami during her tenure as President & CEO of the FIFA World Cup 2026™ Miami Host Committee. She’s a sought after Keynote speaker and the author of Making Waves, A woman’s Rise to the top using Smarts, Heart and Courage. After listening to Lisa's journey, we can assure you that you will dare to dream BIG!

Dr. Margarete Schramboeck is an experienced and progressive business & government leader. As Austria’s Minister for Digital & Economic Affairs she was leading the country’s digital and economic transformation for many years. Prior to her role as a minister, Dr. Margarete had an extensive career in the IT and Telekom industry leading her to be appointed as CEO of central Europe’s biggest Telekom Operator A1. She has also paved the way for women in the Board Rooms as she is a current Board member of Aramco Digital and also holds board functions in biotech and high tech-industrial companies around the world. Her Profound know-how of doing business in the Middle East has taken her to make Riyadh her current Home Town. Dr. Margarete is the definition of a trailblazer and there are many lessons to be learned on this episode of Back2Basics!