Women Road Warriors Podcast Episodes

Women experience burnout more than men because we set poor boundaries and give way too much. This is especially true in the medical field. Dr. Sharon McLaughlin experienced this firsthand and decided to pivot in a direction to help other women. She is the author of the book "Thriving After Burnout: A Compilation of Real Stories and Strategies to Reduce Female Physician Burnout." She is also the host of the podcast Build Unshakeable Confidence. Her message applies to women in all professions. She...

Joi Lansing was a 1950s Hollywood star and blonde bombshell who had three decades of TV and movie appearances and Vegas singing stardom. Like so many starlets, she sacrificed herself in her quest to be perfect. In the end, this quest for glamour likely killed her when she died of breast cancer at 43. A Body to Die For is a loving remembrance of a talented performer primarily known as a sex symbol. It is written by her loving companion, Alexis Hunter who was called Joi’s sister Rachel to disguise...

Did you know you can get recipes inspired by your favorite TV show or movie character? How about recipes inspired by Young Sheldon, The Big Bang Theory, Big Brother, The Bachelor or The Golden Girls? Sammi Turano, TV Journalist and host of TV Grape Vine has compiled a book called Taste of TV – 30 Sassy Recipes Based on TV Shows and Movies Recapped and Loved by TVGrapevine. It features easy-to-make recipes for dinner, dessert, and even drinks with a custom TV and cinematic flair. Sammi has interv...

Autism in children is on the rise. There is much speculation as to why. Too many times children go undiagnosed or misdiagnosed. Lisa Jacovsky is an expert in applied behavioral analysis who dispels the myths and confusion about autism. She teaches at Union College of New Jersey and Southern New Hampshire University. Tune into this episode of Women Road Warriors with Shelley M. Johnson and Kathy Tuccaro as Lisa clears up the disinformation about autism, discusses effective methods to treat it, ne...

Television is night and day from what it used to be. More people are represented but there are still stereotypes to overcome. Yasmine Tanres is amplifying voices from marginalized communities as the lead host and co-producer of A Look into Our America on Chime TV. This young broadcast journalist is taking the stage to stop stereotypes with a show designed to foster unity. Yasmine also interviews A-list celebrities for Golden TV. She was recognized as the Top Face of Hollywood by the Hollywood Ch...

Prayer is common to all religions. Humans have done it since the beginning of time and say it is powerful. What are the benefits and what happens when you harness the power of collective prayer with people participating around the world? Wenda Royster began Pray Live in 2005 in Baltimore. What started as a small prayer group now offers prayer 24/7 in North and South America, Asia, and Australia. Millions of people participate every day. Be sure to tune into this episode of Women Road Warriors wi...

Too many parents are told the only way to treat their children’s ADHD is through drug therapy. It doesn’t have to be that way. Dr. Connie McReynolds has a revolutionary neurofeedback therapy that has been highly effective in retraining the brains of people with ADHD and other conditions. People with ADHD have auditory and visual processing difficulties. Her treatment strengthens these underdeveloped areas in their neural pathways. Dr. McReynolds is the author of Solving the ADHD Riddle: The Real...

Do you feel stuck, unfulfilled, or out of control? There are ways to overcome life’s roadblocks. Dr. Michelle Maidenberg has a toolkit for life for everyone. She is the author of A.C.E. Your Best Life: Unleash Your Best Self and the Life You Want to Be Living. The 30-year clinical psychology veteran shares proven therapy techniques to increase mindfulness, regain control, and decrease aggression, and anxiety to reach our full potential. She keeps us in the correct frame of mind so we can take on...

Comedian Monique Marvez is a worldwide Internet sensation. Her stand-up comedy routine packs houses and appeals to all ages, especially GenZennials. Monique is loved for her sharp wit and hilarious observations on life, relationships, and cultural topics. She offers clever anecdotes on the absurdities of everyday situations. Monique has done four Showtime Specials, one HBO Max special, and the Dry Bar Comedy routine that is taking over the Internet. It has gotten over 190 million views on TikTok...

Do you get the feeling everyone is angry today? Part of the problem is we are not smiling enough. Smiles have healing power not only for the person who receives them but the person who gives them away. Plus, we all have an endless supply of them and they’re free! Learn about the healing power of a smile with the founder of The Smile Revolution, comedian, singer, and performer Mindy Fradkin A.K.A Princess Wow. She wears colorful hats and clothes in her interactive shows where she engages the audi...

According to Domestic Shelters.org one in four women in the U.S. will be targeted by an abusive partner in their lifetime. Nearly one in five murder victims in the U.S. was killed by an intimate partner. Shocking stats, aren’t they? We have a long way to go. Thousands of women every year seek refuge in domestic assault shelters. Believe it or not, it has only been 50 years since the first domestic shelter opened. Women’s Advocates in St. Paul, Minnesota was the very first. It always has been a m...

One in three women around the globe experience violence according to the World Health Organization. Women and girls around the world are victims of gender-based violence every day because it is considered acceptable in many cultures. Sharmin Prince experienced this herself in her native Guyana. She is now on a mission to stamp out GBV and the marginalization of women. Sharmin is a social justice warrior committed to promoting healing and growth. She is the founder of Eagles Empowered to So...

Imagine you are a woman fleeing domestic violence or homelessness only to find refuge in a long-term women's shelter that is cold, institutional, and filled with prison beds, duct-taped walls, and urine-stained mattresses with no privacy. Too many long-term shelters are like this. For women and children trying to rebuild their lives, it is a dismal, scary place. Terry Grahl, the founder and CEO of Enchanted Makeovers is working to change this. Her volunteer-driven nonprofit refurbishes long-term...

Did you know it will take 257 years for women to close the global gender pay gap? That’s well over 12 generations! For women to change that trajectory, the time is now to make changes - no matter how small. If just one woman is marginalized or abused in any part of the world, change is needed. There are ways for women to continue our momentum. Do whatever you can in your corner of the world. Time is finite. We need to accelerate the clock to close disparities that still exist. In this inter...

Have you found your true purpose? Do you have a toxic career? Is stress overtaking you? Too often, women take a different route than the one that is truly theirs. They get distracted by demands in their personal lives with no mentors to guide them. Janna Lemur is a trauma, PTSD motivational speaker, writer, and spiritual intuitive. She empowers all women as well as healthcare workers to wholeness and healing. Her company focuses on female empowerment and transformation. She helps her clien...

Did you know women often go undiagnosed for bipolar disorder? Symptoms manifest differently for women than for men. Hormone fluctuations also make it worse for women. Estrogen can bring it on sooner. If there is a genetic tendency toward the condition, cannabis use can also bring it on at an earlier age. What is bipolar disorder? What is manic depression? Are they the same thing? Psychologist Dr. Aimee Daramus is an expert on all of this and wants to dispel the misconceptions. Dr. Daramus i...

Did you know that proper etiquette and manners will get you further in life and your career? The way we treat others and conduct ourselves leaves lasting impressions. Are you being polite or impolite? Are you unknowingly committing a major etiquette faux pas? Good manners are something most people value and many people lack. There are certain no-no’s and also things that will make you stand out in a good way today. Emily Post was considered the master of proper manners in the 20th Century. ...

33-year-old Brandi Dodson is affectionately called the “Queen Bee” by everyone who knows her. Brandi lives in Central Illinois with her husband and 12-year-old daughter. She grew up in Midwest farm country. She works as a business system administrator for the Pete Store for Peterbilt semis. Brandi is a true cancer warrior who wants to share the importance of living life intentionally. She is teaching everyone when cancer strikes how to "fight like Bee." When you do, regardless of your diagn...

Are you a high-performing woman who doesn’t feel aligned, inspired, motivated, challenged , and purposeful with the work you are doing or the life you are living? There are many women who feel just like you. Sarah O’Brien Hammond helps people design their dream life and career to gain the confidence to go for it and design a roadmap to get there. She is the founder of TheNOWNYC.com, a network for women, and the host of the Below the Surface at the NOW podcast. Sarah is a career, personal de...

We’ve all been duped into thinking that the latest beauty product on the market will solve all of our skincare problems and give us a leg up on fighting aging or acne. You may be surprised at how many products just don’t work. There is a way to be a wise consumer and learn what products are reputable with ingredients that do work. Dr. Fayne Frey is a consumer advocate and dermatologist on a mission. Commonly known as the Ralph Nader of the skincare industry, Dr. Frey is a New York-based, Iv...

A secure financial future is something many women lack. Angela Duncan is a financial expert who is on a mission to help women attain financial security and create generational wealth. She was raised in Section 8 housing, on welfare, and worked at a very young age. She faced many odds that were not in her favor but she didn’t stop. Now, with over 25 years of personal finance study, Angela inspires hope for women through financial literacy. After receiving her degree in finance from Californ...

Dry January is a hot topic as many people decide to ditch alcohol for at least a month in 2024. Some people made resolutions to stop for good. Achieving sobriety is a process whether you are kicking alcohol or drugs. Marci Hopkins is a respected figure in inspirational and educational television. She achieved sobriety and now has a better life than ever. She shares that inspiration with others. Marci Hopkins is the host of a three-time Telly Award-winning weekly talk show called Wake Up Wit...

Did you make a resolution to lose weight in 2024? Don’t get sabotaged this year. Learn why most diets don’t work and why new diet drugs are not the solution for healthy weight loss. Diets only work in the short term. By year two, 99% of diets fail and often many people end up at a higher weight than before they started. Don’t be a victim of the $72 billion diet industry. Ditch the diet mindset. Jump off the diet roller coaster by changing your relationship with food and lose weight permane...

If you ever wanted to know how to read someone’s mind; determine if your man is a good pig or a bad pig; or learn how to be feisty, this special New Year’s episode of Women Road Warriors is for you. Shelley Johnson and Kathy Tuccaro revisit great interviews with internationally famous mentalist Jonathan Pritchard who talks about mind-reading. They also chat with Michael Coogan, co-author of a book he penned with William Burton called Know Your Man: Playful Advice for Understanding Your Man (Pig)...