Women Road Warriors Podcast Episodes

Nothing is more important than a sense of humor. Laughter lowers blood pressure and stress. It also can be empowering with feel-good hormones. Comedian Karen Morgan makes people laugh and empowers women nationwide with her down-to-earth humor. She is a trailblazer in a man’s world with an unlikely beginning. She left her career as a trial attorney to become a comedian after being a finalist on Nickelodeon Television’s Search for the Funniest Mom in America. She has shows on Dry Bar Comedy and ha...

Seasonal Affective Disorder or S.A.D. is a type of depression that occurs every autumn and winter when the days are shorter and dark. It can also occur at other times as well. Women are four times more likely than men to be impacted by SAD. There are things you can do before the days start getting shorter. Dr. Norman Rosenthal is the one who coined the term Seasonal Affective Disorder in 1984. Dr. Rosenthal is a world-renowned psychiatrist, researcher, and clinical professor of Psychiatry at Geo...

Genevieve Piturro teaches people how to power their purpose and launch their legacy. Her life course and legacy changed on a dime after the question of just one little girl decades ago. Genevieve was a successful New York TV marketing executive who began delivering pajamas and books to children in shelters. When one little girl in the shelter had no idea what pajamas were, Genevieve realized her life had found its mission. In 2001, she founded the Pajama Program which became a nationally known n...

Do you feel like you are drowning in a sea of to-do lists, have lost direction, or are chasing standards imposed on you by others that just seem to deplete your energy? Do you often ask yourself “Now what?” If you lack energy, passion or are swimming in negative self-talk, J.J. DiGeronimo can help. She is a successful businesswoman and author of the Working Woman’s GPS. Her new book is called Seeking: 74 Key Findings to Raise Your Energy, Sidestep Your Self-doubts, and Align with Your Life’s Wor...

Dee Williams is an amazing lady and a true champion who teaches people how to become CEOs of their own careers and masters of their lives. She transformed herself from a life of poverty in Baltimore. She began as a single mother at 12 and ended up dropping out of high school and raising two children completely on her own by the age of 16. Dee wanted more and rose to become a successful corporate job recruiter and trainer who placed people in high-level positions at companies like Lockheed Martin...

Too many women age themselves by saying they are too old to do something. That’s not true. You know Diane Gilman from QVC and the Home Shopping Network. She does not believe there is any age women have to say it’s too late to achieve their dreams. At the age of 60, she sparked a denim revolution by founding what became a multi-million dollar company called DG2 Jeans. Dubbed the Queen of Jeans, designer Diane Gilman revolutionized women’s fashion, turned sexism on its head, and went on to sell mi...

Ever wonder why so many relationships fail? There is a root cause and there is emotional first aid to fix it. Joyce Schafers is a counselor and life skills coach who changes the pattern of failed relationships by helping couples communicate effectively. She knows how to expose and help fix the emotional root issues that lead to a breakup. Joyce is the author of the self-study course called End the Arguing. Be sure to join Shelley Johnson and Kathy Tuccaro on this episode of Women Road Warriors t...

Women are often misdiagnosed with other conditions when they really have attention deficit disorder. ADD is missed more often in women than in men. There are key symptoms your doctor may not be seeing. There are causes and treatments you should know about. Dr. Jeanette Wasserstein is a national expert on ADD in women. Dr. Wasserstein specializes in adults with neurodevelopmental disorders like learning disabilities and ADD. She is the Director of New York City-based CNS Support and on the facult...

Is work-life balance a myth? Can you be a unicorn and achieve your business AND life goals without compromising your sanity? Bunny Young definitely knows how. She is the founder of Better Place Consulting and the host of the “Yes And” podcast. She is a former stuntwoman who teaches people how to make the most of their business and personal life. She has broken barriers for women and knows how to win even when you are literally on fire or rappelling 40 feet - face first! She did all this in spite...

Every woman and girl deserves to achieve her full potential. This requires access to opportunities to develop academically, financially, and professionally. Too often, women still do not have equal access. Sofie Lindberg is a champion for women and girls. She is the founder and executive director of Claim Your Potential. The nonprofit organization’s mission statement is “igniting a powerful movement of women and girls unleashing their full potential.” This community is definitely doing that. Sar...

Many people lack the confidence they need to succeed. Women are often more likely to doubt themselves. There are ways to stop that negative voice inside your head and gain the confidence to triumph over anything. Natalie Plamondon-Thomas is a confidence expert who has been endorsed by Tony Robbins. She is a master coach on the subject and she is the guest in this episode of Women Road Warriors with Shelley Johnson and Kathy Tuccaro. Be sure to tune in for helpful tips from a confidence guru. Ple...

There is hope and healing after childhood abuse and trauma. Jana Wilson is one of the success stories. Jana witnessed chaos and violence throughout her childhood and finally found her inner voice and strength after a spiritual experience. She changed her future and her life. She worked and trained with thought leaders Dr. Deepak Chopra, Dr. Brian Weiss, and Debbie Ford. Jana has helped thousands of people with the Emotional Healing System she created. She is the author of Wise Little One: Learni...

People with mental health challenges are often marginalized. They are labeled. They feel like they are defined by their diagnosis and don’t believe there is hope. There is hope. Emily Grossman is a living example. She has been there. She was diagnosed with bipolar disorder years ago and has recovered. She believes that mental health challenges are not a life sentence. They are a springboard to your higher self. Emily has come to her own place of recovery and her motto is Life Beyond My Diagnosis...

Imagine marrying a man you thought was a dream husband and financial IT guru. He works his way up to the top 1%. You’re living the life of the rich and famous. Then you discover your husband is actually a shapeshifter. He is abusive and controlling. You then find out he is secretly engaged to someone else and he is wanted by the FBI for stealing $96 million dollars. You are under investigation by the feds and your assets are frozen! You go from living large to down in the trenches and on the run...

Angelique Temple has been driving big rigs since 1999. Also known as Lady Tornado, this lady is a force to be reckoned with. She is a fierce advocate for women and believes in paying it forward. She is a passionate mentor and advocates for women in trucking. She believes anything is possible if you put your mind to it. Her tireless efforts were rewarded this year at the Mid-America Trucking Show when she won a 2018 Volvo presented by Women in Trucking and Arrow Truck Sales. Angelique is an owner...

Too many people get disrespected throughout their lives. Women often experience this. Wouldn’t it be nice to go through life feeling invincible and not have people walk on us? How about not engaging in self-sabotage and having the confidence to do anything? Too many women feel they are not respected or empowered or stop their own potential. Josselyne Herman-Saccio is a master coach in the Art of Being Unmessablewith. She has more than 30 years of coaching over 200,000 people. She is an author, f...

“DollFace” Trucker is a social media influencer, successful commercial driver, and human trafficking survivor who is on a serious mission. Commercial trucking saved her life. Before getting into trucking, DollFace was forced to sell herself for years on the streets of Las Vegas. Her courage, ingenuity, and tenacity helped her get away from her trafficker. Trucking gave her the escape she needed. It provided safety, security, and financial freedom. She is a woman on a quest. She is dedicated to b...

Being in a relationship can be difficult. Couples can become distant and disconnected when they don’t communicate effectively. All humans need to feel connected or their relationships will fail. There are ways to cultivate a long-term relationship so it can thrive. Dr. Kathryn Ford is a psychiatrist who helps couples stay open to each other by cultivating present-moment awareness. She teaches couples to shift their dynamics and turn their difficulties into stronger lasting connections. Her pract...

Relationships and families can be challenging. When you’re dealing with a blended family, the challenges can be even more complicated. It is difficult to be a stepmom or dad or have to deal with an ex-spouse when you have children. Randall and Scarlett Tandy have faced those challenges. They both grew up in blended families and have a blended family of their own. They raised four kids together and were stronger for all the twists and turns they took. They now coach couples on how to strengthen b...

More women than you think struggle with eating disorders. Weight gain can cause a lot of chronic pain even after you lose weight. This is because eating disorders cause an imbalance in the nervous system and elevates the stress response. All of this is very misunderstood. Dr. Kelly Kessler had a battle with weight gain and chronic back pain that led her to help others. She has designed a four-step Eating Disorder Pain Solutions method to help women. She holds a doctorate in physical therapy and ...

Women don’t always get the healthcare they deserve. They need to be proactive to get what they need. Dr. Farah Shroff is a strong advocate for improving women’s health and getting the medical community to focus on women’s issues. She has spoken in front of the United Nations. Dr. Shroff is the principal of Shroff Consulting, a public health, education, and social issues consulting company. She works in the Department of Family Practice and the School of Population and Public Health at the Univer...

Shelley Johnson and Kathy Tuccaro explore the path to true happiness on Women Road Warriors with an Oh Shift! facilitator from Canada. Sheila Sutherland is a certified emotional intelligence coach, author, and speaker who teaches people how to dodge life’s curve balls to be happy and successful. She also teaches triumph over trauma and how people can parent themselves and get rid of negative self-talk. She teaches the Seven Pillars of True Self-Care. She is the host of Reignite Your Purpose podc...

Women often get discouraged because they get sidetracked from their dreams. They feel once they reach a certain “age”, they have to abandon their goals or aspirations. Jean Peelen is a trailblazer who proves this is all bunk! When you count her role as wife and mother, she has had six careers! At the age of 35, after raising a family, she decided she wanted to give a voice to others and became a civil rights attorney. She then started a third career as chief of staff for U.S. Broadcasting, a fed...

Did you know that many relationships are sabotaged because men are secretly intimidated by the women in their lives? Most men will never admit it. This is why many relationships fall apart. Dr. Avrum Weiss is a psychotherapist who discovered this fact after years of research. He trains psychotherapists with a new therapy technique to help men in their relationships. Dr. Weiss is the author of Hidden in Plain Sight: How Men’s Fears of Women Shape Their Intimate Relationships. Be sure to tune into...