Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 194 by Beata Young with guest Laura Elliott👻 —a USA Today and Wall Street Journal bestselling ghostwriter, award-winning screenwriter, and author of “Dear Laura: A Lost Chapter of WWII: A Father-Daughter Adventure of Courage, Faith & Freedom”. Laura will take us inside the gripping journey that inspired her memoir, a two-year global search that revealed her grandfather’s hidden role in WWII and deepened her own understanding of faith, family, and resilience.

Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 193 by Beata Young with guest Dr. Jakubowski Karin—international influencer, and host of the "Momnificent" Podcast. Dr. Karin Jakubowski has spent over 20 years in education. She was an Elementary Public School Principal of a National Blue Ribbon School (2021).

Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 192 by Beata Young with guest Danielle Brazant—traumatic brain injury survivor, motivational speaker, and author of “Maximizing Your Potential: How to Start the Journey Towards True Happiness in Life”. After a devastating car accident left her relearning how to walk, read, and even chew, Danielle refused to let her injury define her. Instead, she chose to rise, turning tragedy into triumph and pain into purpose.

Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 191 by Beata Young with guest Gilly Kahn, M.A., Ph.D. clinical psychologist, writer, and neurodiversity specialist, as she shares insights from her upcoming book, “Allow Me to Interrupt”.

Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 190 by Beata Young with guest Orly Lobel, Warren Distinguished Professor of Law, award-winning author, and global thought leader on law, technology, and equality. 

Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 189 by Beata Young with guest Brooke Dean, a seasoned financial advisor with years of experience empowering high-net-worth women and their families. A Certified Financial Planner (CFP), Trust and Estate Practitioner (TEP), and mentor to female advisors, Brooke helps women step out of the dark when it comes to their finances. From teaching Investing 101 to adults at Chinook College to guiding clients through wealth-building with clarity, Brooke is on a mission to show women they don’t have to settle for less.

Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 185 by Beata Young with guest ⁠Samantha Foote⁠—a neurodivergent, board-certified music therapist, Child Behavior Strategist, and mom to three autistic children—shares her powerful journey. With a deep understanding of both the science and soul of parenting, Samantha offers evidence-based strategies, self-regulation tools, and real-world guidance to help families thrive.

Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 188 by Beata Young with guest Dr. Ebru Karpuzoglu, an internationally recognized immunologist and founder of AveSeena.

Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 187 by Beata Young with guest Grace Redman, President and Owner of Stansbury Staffing, one of the top-rated staffing firms in the San Francisco Bay Area. With 26 years of experience navigating five economic downturns and a global pandemic, Grace has proven that resilience, vision, and perseverance can lead to extraordinary success.

Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 186 by Beata Young with guest Myrtho René—a trailblazing leader with a distinguished career in finance, human resources, and public service

Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 184 by Beata Young with guest Laura Elliott, a USA Today and Wall Street Journal bestselling ghostwriter, award-winning screenwriter, and daughter of an immigrant. Laura will share the riveting story behind her memoir. We’ll also explore the metaphor of the “mud puddle”—those messy, unavoidable life moments we all try to swerve around. From mental toughness and choosing joy to trusting in your inner wisdom, Laura offers insights drawn from her personal and professional life helping others tell their most vulnerable stories.

Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 183 by Beata Young with guest Hope Yanling Yin, PCC —a renowned Tech Executive, ICF-certified Executive Coach, and advocate for women in tech—will share her inspiring journey. From an immigrant to a powerful tech leader, Hope has coached women tech leaders to career success, directly contributing to numerous promotions. With her proven expertise and a mission to elevate women’s presence in tech, she’s transforming how women shape their legacies.

Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 182 by Beata Young with guest Ufonabasi Umo, an award-winning front-end developer and Associate Software Engineer. With over three years of experience in React, JavaScript, TypeScript, AWS, and AI/ML, she is passionate about diversity and inclusion in tech and mentoring the next generation of developers.

Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 181 by Beata Young with guest Elizabeth Bachman, CPS, international opera director turned presentation skills trainer, who’s on a mission to help women stop feeling invisible and start getting results when they speak. With over 30 years directing legends, and now coaching high-level women in tech and law, Elizabeth brings a masterful blend of strategy, empathy, and stage presence to leadership communication. She helped women around the world command rooms, win allies, and get the recognition they deserve.

Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 180 by Beata Young with guest ⁠Benny Voncken⁠, co-founder of ⁠Via Stoica⁠ and host of the Via Stoica Podcast, as he explores the transformative power of Stoicism. Discover how Stoicism can offer practical tools for building resilience, improving decision-making, and fostering inner peace in the face of adversity. Benny will dive into key Stoic teachings, including the importance of creating a personal philosophy of life, how to apply Stoicism to business and relationships, and why Stoicism is for everyone—not just for men.

Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 179 by Beata Young with guest Corey Walker, 5-time bestselling co-author of “Instagram for Dummies” and “Instagram for Business for Dummies”. Corey is a social media marketing expert who helps businesses like healthcare professionals, attorneys, and restaurant owners leverage Instagram and email marketing to grow their businesses.

Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 178 by Beata Young with guest Tina Schermer Sellers PhD, a licensed sex and gender feminist psychotherapist, best-selling author, and global speaker, to uncover how sexual shame quietly shapes women’s confidence, career decisions, and relationships.

Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 177 by Beata Young with guest Jodi Krangle—a seasoned voice actor who has worked with major brands like Dell, BBVA, and Kraft. From lending her voice to global campaigns to hosting Audio Branding: The Hidden Gem of Marketing, she knows firsthand how sound influences perception, emotion, and decision-making.

Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 176 by Beata Young with guest Grisell R., a chemist-turned-data engineer, to explore how problem-solving, analytical thinking, and research skills make STEM professionals a natural fit for the tech industry. From earning a PhD in Chemistry in Germany to transitioning into data engineering and machine learning in Mexico, Gris will share her journey of career reinvention, the challenges of breaking into tech, and the importance of representation—especially for Latinas in STEM.

Welcome to PHD (Positivity Hack Delivered) Episode 175 by Beata Young with guest Virginia Frischkorn—a former event industry professional turned tech founder and the mastermind behind Partytrick—will share her incredible journey. With over $100 million in events produced for top global brands and accolades from Vogue and Martha Stewart Weddings, Virginia is redefining the experience economy through innovative technology..