The “CNBC Changemakers and Power Players” podcast features candid, in-depth interviews with trailblazing women in business. In this episode, CNBC's Julia Boorstin sits down with Wawira Njiru — the CEO of Food4Education who’s using data, technology, and heart to fight hunger in Africa. Njiru explains how she turned a $1,250 fundraiser into an organization feeding 600,000 children a day, why giving with dignity matters, and how to build solutions that support communities for the long term. She also shares her thoughts on leadership, resilience, and her goal to ensure every child in Africa has enough to eat. Follow and listen to the “CNBC Changemakers and Power Players” podcast on Apple and Spotify.

The "CNBC Changemakers and Power Players" podcast features candid, in-depth interviews with trailblazing women in business. In this episode, CNBC’s Julia Boorstin sits down with Kourtney Gibson — the CEO of TIAA Retirement Solutions — who's bringing new energy, innovation, and purpose to one of America’s most trusted financial institutions. Gibson opens up about how she went from intern to executive, what resilience has taught her about leadership, and why she believes retirement security isn’t political — it’s personal. She shares how faith, family, and purpose fuel her mission to make finance more inclusive for the next generation.

The "CNBC Changemakers and Power Players" podcast features candid conversations with trailblazing women redefining leadership and innovation. In this episode, CNBC’s Julia Boorstin sits down with Marisa Drew — Chief Sustainability Officer at Standard Chartered and one of the most influential voices in sustainable finance. Drew shares how she turned skepticism into innovation, why she believes purpose and profit can go hand in hand, and how a little bit of rebellion helped her change the way global finance thinks about the future.

The CNBC Changemakers and Power Players podcast features candid conversations with trailblazing women redefining leadership and innovation. In this episode, CNBC's Julia Boorstin sits down with Phoenix Mayor Kate Gallego — a former MBA student who once envisioned a career in tech but found her purpose in public service. Gallego shares how she bet on herself during a time of personal struggles, led one of America's fastest-growing cities through a massive tech boom, and why she believes being an introvert has become her greatest superpower.

CNBC’s Julia Boorstin speaks with Katherine Stueland, CEO of GeneDx. A longtime biotech leader who helped bring breakthrough treatments for HIV and cancer to market, Stueland now leads one of the fastest-growing genomics companies in the U.S. She shares how she turned GeneDx around — achieving profitability while transforming how rare diseases are diagnosed and treated. Stueland opens up about finding confidence later in her career, embracing vulnerability as a superpower, and leading with purpose in a high-stakes industry. She also reflects on her early connection to rare disease advocacy, the mentors who shaped her leadership style, and why authenticity — not authority — is what truly builds trust.

CNBC’s Julia Boorstin speaks with Laura Modi, CEO and co-founder of Bobbie. After struggling to find a better way to feed her baby, Modi left her job at Airbnb to take on one of the biggest duopolies in baby formula — Similac and Enfamil. She shares how she built Bobbie into the fastest-growing infant formula brand since the 1980s, reaching $100 million in revenue within 18 months of launch. Modi opens up about breaking taboos around motherhood, challenging outdated policies through her advocacy arm “Bobbie for Change,” and balancing the chaos of running a business while raising four kids. She also reflects on lessons from Airbnb, her nightly “personal and professional check-ins,” and why she believes courage — not perfection — is what drives lasting change.

CNBC's Julia Boorstin speaks with Arianna Huffington, Founder and CEO of Thrive Global. After collapsing from burnout in 2007 while running the Huffington Post, Huffington made it her mission to end the toxic work habits that nearly killed her. She discusses her "microsteps" philosophy for building healthier habits, why she sees AI as a "GPS for the soul," and her partnerships with companies like OpenAI to create personalized health coaches. She also pushes back on Silicon Valley's longevity obsession, arguing we should focus on improving our days rather than trying to live forever.

The CNBC Changemakers and Power Players podcast delivers candid, in-depth interviews with trailblazing women in business. Hosted by CNBC Senior Media & Tech Correspondent Julia Boorstin, the series spotlights women from the CNBC Changemakers list and other female innovators who are redefining leadership, breaking barriers, and transforming industries. From tech and finance to sports and design, these visionaries tackle today’s toughest challenges, creating lasting impact. Follow and listen to discover the strategies behind their success. Coming soon.