Women Road Warriors Podcast Episodes

When opportunity doesn’t knock, some women build their own door — and that’s exactly what Lauren Wittenberg Weiner did. As a military spouse stationed overseas, Lauren refused to accept the limits placed on her career. Lauren is the author of Unruly, where she reminds women that following the rules doesn’t mean following everyone else. She’s living proof that grit, purpose, and innovation can turn barriers into breakthroughs. She calls herself an “accidental entrepreneur.” Unable to find work, s...

History often forgets the women who risked everything in World War II. Journalist Michelle Young makes sure that doesn’t happen with her powerful book, The Art Spy: The Extraordinary Untold Tale of WWII Resistance Hero Rose Valland. Rose was a quiet Paris museum curator who secretly spied on the Nazis as they looted thousands of masterpieces for Hitler’s super-museum. With courage, cunning, and relentless determination, she curated the stolen art and passed intelligence to the Resistance. She sa...

Too many women are taught to downplay their worth — but Helene Lerner wants to change that. In this inspiring interview, the Emmy award-winning producer, public television host, and empowerment expert shares strategies from her book Smart Women Live Richly, No Matter What’s in Their Wallet: Six Keys to Unlock True Wealth and Prosperity. Helene reveals how women can embrace recognition, ask for help, and confidently build a life of abundance — from career growth and self-care to emotional well-be...

How do you keep your career sharp and make sure you don’t get left behind with all the changes in business and technology? That’s the challenge so many of us face, especially women who want to stay competitive. Maintaining career relevance amidst the relentless evolution of business and technology often seems impossible in today's fast-paced workplace. Becky Heidesch, has some answers. She’s the founder of two online career centers, runs a nationwide boutique executive search firm, and she’s con...

Women hold the world together—yet much of what we do remains hidden in plain sight. From caregiving and raising children to providing emotional support and nurturing relationships, these essential contributions often go unnoticed and undervalued. Even worse, we sometimes fail to give ourselves credit for the life-changing roles we play. In this episode of Women Road Warriors, we’re joined by Dr. Janelle Wells and Dr. Doreen MacAulay, award-winning scholars at the University of South Florida and ...

Getting into college today is more complex than ever, and the cost leaves many graduates burdened with massive debt that delays buying homes or starting families. Student loan debt has tripled in 15 years, soaring past $1.7 trillion, with women carrying nearly two-thirds of it. It doesn’t have to be this way. Dr. Pamela Ellis, known as The Education Doctor, is an award-winning educator and best-selling author of What to Know Before They Go. Through her College Confidence Blueprint, she helps fam...

Imagine healing after a sports injury just like you did when you were in your 20s. How about getting the benefits of expensive stem cell treatments without the injections and the huge expense? Topical stem cell therapy offers a non-invasive alternative to traditional stem cell treatments, minimizing risks associated with injections. Dr. Tommy Rhee is a pioneer in regenerative medicine and promotes non-invasive stem cell therapy. He developed RheeGen, which is a safer stem cell alternative that d...

The Harvard Business Review says only 10% of people are self-aware. There is a serious lack of emotional intelligence (E.Q.) today. E.Q. is important because it is responsible for 85% of our success. Emotional intelligence is the cornerstone of effective communication and personal empowerment, a theme that resonates throughout this episode. Our guest, Neda Lena Nasserdeen, founder and CEO of Rise Up for You, discusses how to achieve emotional intelligence. As a two-time TEDx speaker and author o...

In a world filled with chaos and stress, sometimes the greatest gift we can give ourselves is healing. Audrey Hope is internationally known as a transformative healer, working with everyone from celebrities and CEOs to lawyers and athletes for over 20 years. She takes a soul-centered approach, guiding people through relationships, addiction, and life’s toughest challenges. Just like her name implies, she brings hope — using non-conventional methods as both a psychic and spiritual therapist. Some...

Resilience emerges as a pivotal theme in our discussion with Brigette Panetta, a formidable advocate for social justice who has navigated profound adversities. As the co-founder of Media.com, she transformed personal and professional turmoil, including false allegations against her family's investment firm and significant health challenges during the pandemic, into an inspiring narrative of empowerment and change. Media.com is a platform where people and businesses can tell their true stories if...

Sometimes life throws us a curveball. We can let it knock us down or spin it in the right direction with personal passion and empowerment. Gail Taylor helps people do just that with her music and core messages that inspire personal growth. She is a keynote speaker who has written a new book called Curveballs. Her journey is a testament to resilience and embracing passion. She believes people should believe in themselves and create the lives they want. It is a matter of flipping their inner dialo...

What if the key to transforming your health, career, abundance—and even your reality—was already within you? In this powerful episode of Women Road Warriors, intuitive life mentor and three-time cancer thriver Shenal Arimilli reveals how she helps people rewire their lives using a bold fusion of quantum physics, neuroscience, human physiology, and spiritual psychology. Shenal’s work shows that we are not just passive participants in life—we are co-creators of our own miracles. She takes listener...

Have you ever had a dream that felt so far out of reach, it almost seemed impossible? You’re not alone. So many women, especially entrepreneurs, wrestle with that feeling. But here's the truth: with resilience, flexibility, and a whole lot of belief in yourself, those dreams can become reality. As a seasoned marketing strategist, Carrolee Drummonds knows this firsthand. She is a powerhouse when it comes to helping people turn big goals into real, actionable wins. She’s all about pivoting to purp...

Imagine a life where you’re fully in your power—not just surviving, but thriving—as your most authentic, radiant self. That’s the vision Eva Simone lives and breathes. She’s not only a powerhouse in feminine intelligence, she’s one of the top Momentum Experts in the country, helping women step into their next-level selves with purpose, joy, and confidence. With a master’s in industrial and organizational psychology, a background in cosmetic arts, and three decades of experience across industries...

What if aging wasn’t inevitable? Dr. Joy Kong—triple board-certified anti-aging physician and stem cell expert—says you can slow it down and even reverse it. As the founder of Chara Health and Chara Biologics, a global leader in regenerative medicine, she helps people transform their health using the body’s natural intelligence. Dr. Kong founded the American Academy of Integrative Cell Therapy (AAICT) and has trained physicians around the world. She has been named Stem Cell Doctor of the Year an...

If you’ve ever looked at your child—especially a teenager—and wondered if you’re trying to communicate with someone from another planet, you’re not alone. Parenting can feel like decoding a mystery, especially when it comes to understanding why kids act the way they do. In this enlightening discussion with parenting expert Meri Wallace, we delve into the underlying motivations that influence children's actions. Meri explains that children's seemingly irrational behavior is frequently rooted in d...

It has long been known that music has healing qualities. Music has been used throughout time in many cultures for healing and medicine, according to health psychologists at the University of Wisconsin. It can help with depression, dementia, speed healing after surgery, and quiet your mind. Jeralyn Glass knows the power of music better than anyone. She is an internationally acclaimed singer and pioneer in the field of Sound Healing. She is the creator of The Source App and author of Sacred Vibrat...

Divorce is a complicated and emotionally fraught decision that merits careful consideration, particularly for women who face unique challenges during this tumultuous period. In this discussion, we engage with Lisa Zeiderman, a highly esteemed matrimonial and family law attorney from Miller Zeiderman with Miller Zeiderman in New York, who is dedicated to empowering women to navigate the complexities of divorce. She authors a popular blog in Psychology Today about legal matters. She is regularly p...

If you’ve ever felt like life kicked you in the teeth and then asked for a tip, you’ll want to hear this. Pat Miller knows that rock bottom isn't the end—it's the launchpad. She says you don’t know how strong you are until strong is your only option. Widowed, broke, written off —she didn’t fold. She faced profound grief, financial adversity, multiple deaths of loved ones, a huge lawsuit, a two-timing boyfriend, and won. She rebuilt a multi-million-dollar construction business, flipped the script...

The transformative journey of Dave Seymour, who transitioned from a dedicated firefighter and paramedic to a highly successful real estate mogul, is both inspiring and instructive. With over 16 years of service in emergency response, Seymour took a bold leap into the realm of commercial real estate, ultimately becoming a co-star on A&E's 'Flipping Boston' and the CEO of Freedom Venture Investments. Under his leadership, the firm has successfully navigated the complexities of the real estate mark...

In a captivating dialogue with Desi Bartlett, the hosts of Women Road Warriors delve into the transformative experience of pregnancy and its accompanying challenges. Desi, a renowned expert in fitness and wellness for women, has worked with major stars like Kate Hudson, Alicia Silverstone, and even the U.S. Navy. She is the author of Your Strong, Sexy Pregnancy and owner of DesiBodyMind. Desi says pregnancy should not merely be endured but celebrated as a powerful life phase. She empowers pregna...

How many couples out there feel like the spark has fizzled a bit? Maybe things have gotten a little… routine. Like you’re just going through the motions, more out of habit than joy? You’re definitely not alone. The good news? That spark can come back—and our guest is all about helping couples reignite it. Carolyn Sharpe is the author of Fire It UP: Four Secrets to Reigniting Intimacy and Joy in Your Relationship , and she’s made it her mission to help people build stronger, more intentional ...

Why is it so hard for women to lose weight? Did you know it is harder today than ever before? There is a biological and a hormonal reason for this. Dr. Alexandra Sowa tells patients the real facts and knows how to help them lose weight and keep it off. She specializes in internal medicine and obesity medicine with a holistic, evidence-based approach for success. She teaches at the NYC School of Medicine. Central to this episode is an exploration of why weight loss remains a formidable challenge ...

Do you ever get that spidey sense or feeling in the pit of your stomach that something just isn’t right? We all do, but many of us ignore it. This is our gut instinct. Instincts are a natural part of being human, but too many people don’t trust them or dismiss them. They are a guide that helps us make decisions. Ronnie Ann Ryan discusses the profound significance of gut instinct as an essential guide in navigating the decisions we encounter daily. This episode with Shelley Johnson and Kathy Tucc...