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Women in the Arena

Audra Agen

167 episodes

3 weeks ago

Let's be friends! What would you trade for more time? After 25 years prosecuting high-profile cases in Minneapolis, Debbie Russell made a decision many dream of but few execute – walking away from her legal career at 55, trading a full pension for what she calls "full-time freedom." Her journey represents a profound lesson in the power of choice and the courage required to author your own next chapter. Since her twenties, Debbie had been planning this transition, understanding that her lega...

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Let's be friends! What would you trade for more time? After 25 years prosecuting high-profile cases in Minneapolis, Debbie Russell made a decision many dream of but few execute – walking away from her legal career at 55, trading a full pension for what she calls "full-time freedom." Her journey represents a profound lesson in the power of choice and the courage required to author your own next chapter. Since her twenties, Debbie had been planning this transition, understanding that her lega...

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Women in the Arena

Crossing 51: Debbie Russell's Bold Midlife Reclamation

Let's be friends! What would you trade for more time? After 25 years prosecuting high-profile cases in Minneapolis, Debbie Russell made a decision many dream of but few execute – walking away from her legal career at 55, trading a full pension for what she calls "full-time freedom." Her journey represents a profound lesson in the power of choice and the courage required to author your own next chapter. Since her twenties, Debbie had been planning this transition, understanding that her lega...

2 months ago

54 minutes

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Rewriting the Rules: Why Your Journey May Look Different - and That's OK with Wendy Cocke

Let's be friends! What happens when the games we played as children shape our entire professional experience? In this eye-opening conversation with chemical engineer and author Wendy Cocke, we uncover how fundamental differences in how boys and girls organize play creates invisible barriers in the workplace that nobody talks about. Wendy shares her journey as a successful engineer and mother who was once told her career would stall if she pursued flexibility—a prediction she thoroughly dispr...

2 months ago

50 minutes

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Reinvention Isn't Optional: Lesley Jane Seymour on Living Fearlessly

Let's be friends! Lesley Jane Seymour's remarkable career spans leadership roles at major women's magazines like More, Marie Claire, and Redbook—but it's what she's doing now that might be her most impactful work yet. In this candid conversation, Lesley shares how she convinced Michelle Obama to make history as the first First Lady to guest edit an entire magazine, generating 8.5 billion media impressions worldwide. What drives a successful magazine editor to become an entrepreneur focused o...

2 months ago

1 hour 2 minutes

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Courage Over Certainty: Why Willingness is the True Beginning with Kerryn Vaughan

Let's be friends! A profound loss can either break us or transform us. For Kerryn Vaughan, the death of her sister became the catalyst that changed everything. Kerryn's story begins with a self-described "rock and roll life" focused entirely on herself, until her sister's cancer diagnosis and subsequent death shattered her world. Standing on stage at a cancer fundraiser years later, Kerryn experienced a life-altering revelation: "I realized I had this incredible power within me to make a dif...

2 months ago

57 minutes

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What If Your Gilded Cage Was Actually a Doorway? with Corinne Cavanaugh

Let's be friends! Storytelling has the power to bridge divides in ways direct confrontation cannot. In this captivating conversation with author Corinne Cavanaugh, we explore how fiction creates safe spaces to navigate controversial topics and what it truly means to be an audacious woman. Corinne shares the genesis of her debut novel "An Audacious Woman," describing it as "a mashup between modern-day Bridgerton and Sex and the City." The book revolves around Eleanor Beaufort, a wealthy matri...

2 months ago

24 minutes

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The Truth About Menopause: You're Not Broken, You're Becoming with Emma Seville

Let's be friends! When menopause hits, it can feel like you're losing your mind. The symptoms—from anxiety and brain fog to crawly skin sensations and sleep disturbances—often arrive without warning and can disrupt every aspect of life. But as UK menopause expert Emma Seville explains, these experiences aren't signs of weakness; they're natural biological responses to changing hormone levels that affect 51% of the world's population. Our conversation peels back the layers of shame and confus...

3 months ago

59 minutes

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You Can Survive This: A Story of Advocacy, Resilience & Hope with Lizbeth Meredith

Let's be friends! Lizbeth Meredith's life reads like a thriller, but it's her real journey from domestic abuse survivor to international child recovery advocate that makes this conversation so powerful. After escaping an abusive marriage with her two young daughters, Lizbeth faced the unimaginable when her ex-husband abducted the children during a visit and fled overseas. What followed was a two-year international battle that tested every fiber of her being. With remarkable candor, Lizbeth r...

3 months ago

1 hour 1 minute

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How Resilience Grows When Systems Limit Who You Can Become with Varuni Sinha

Let's be friends! What happens when your identity is stripped away by a visa system designed to make you dependent? This is the reality for hundreds of thousands of immigrant women who arrive in America as accomplished professionals only to discover they're legally prohibited from working. Varuni Sinha, author of the groundbreaking memoir "Golden Handcuffs and Immigrants' Pursuit of Happiness," takes us on her harrowing journey from successful advertising executive and academic in Indi...

3 months ago

55 minutes

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Money Matters Made Simple with Stephanie Carchia

Let's be friends! Dive into the world of financial literacy as we chat with Stephanie Carchia, a financial advisor-turned-real estate agent who shares invaluable insights on managing money effectively. In this engaging episode, we explore how financial conversations are often sidelined and the impact they have, especially on women's confidence in their financial decisions. Stephanie discusses her transformative journey from the hedge fund industry to helping individuals navigate their financi...

5 months ago

50 minutes

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From Iconic Brands to Values-Driven Leadership: Amy Anderson's Story

Let's be friends! Rediscovering Humanity in Business with Amy Anderson 🌟 What can a turtle teach us about teamwork? Dive into this captivating conversation with Amy Anderson, co-founder of Wild Coffee Marketing, as she shares her transformative journey from working with iconic brands like Calvin Klein to building her own values-driven company. Amy’s story is a masterclass in resilience, leadership, and creating a thriving workplace culture that values people over profits. 🧠 Key Takeaways from...

5 months ago

45 minutes

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Women Rising...Season 8 Trailer of Women in the Arena Podcast

Let's be friends! Mark your calendars for March 12th! Women in the Arena returns with an explosive Season 8 that promises to transform how you approach your professional and personal development journey. As your host, I'm bringing you unprecedented access to the most influential female leaders of our time who are ready to pull back the curtain on their success. These powerful women will share unfiltered truths, strategic insights, and hard-won wisdom that you simply won't hear anywhere else....

5 months ago

3 minutes

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Leading While Mothering: What's Beyond the Hustle? with Caren Cooper

Let's be friends! 🎙 Breaking the Silence: Why Working Moms Need to Support Each Other in Corporate America In this vulnerable episode, Audra dives deep with Corporate Recovery Specialist, Caren Cooper, to uncover the often hidden and challenging experiences faced by working mothers in corporate America. Caren, who transitioned from corporate life to entrepreneurship, shares her journey through the relentless pressures of "doing it all"—balancing career and motherhood without a support system....

9 months ago

45 minutes

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Revive the Fire: How Heidi Love Defied the Odds to Follow Her Wildest Dream

Let's be friends! 🚀 Never Too Old, Never Too Late: Heidi Love’s Inspiring Journey of Chasing a 40-Year-Old Dream! What happens when you decide it’s never too late to chase the dreams you had as a teenager? Heidi Love is proof that no matter your age, your past, or how wild your dreams may seem, it’s never too crazy to reignite your passion and go for it! Join us in this powerful conversation as Heidi shares her remarkable journey of transformation, where a teenage dream to visit the Bay of Vi...

10 months ago

41 minutes

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From New York to Bali: Phyllis Kaplan's Unforgettable Quest for Cultural Mastery & Global Wisdom

Let's be friends! 🌍 Embark on a Global Journey with Phyllis "Phiphi" Kaplan Join us for a captivating episode as we dive into the extraordinary life of Phyllis "Phiphi" Kaplan, an explorer at heart and a citizen of the world. Raised in the vibrant streets of New York City and the serene landscapes of Long Island, Phiphi's insatiable curiosity has led her across the globe—from the artistic enclaves of Ecuador to the breathtaking beauty of the Galapagos Islands. Through her work with Ziba Desig...

10 months ago

55 minutes

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Nature's Path to Sucess: How The Hike 31 Challenge Can Reignite Your Life with Jessica DeAngelo

Let's be friends! From Burnout to Bliss: How Jessica DeAngelo Transformed Her Life Through Nature 🌿 Feeling trapped in the never-ending corporate grind? Jessica DeAngelo knows the feeling all too well. In this episode, we dive deep into her inspiring journey from corporate exhaustion to rediscovering peace and clarity in the great outdoors. 🌍 After years of leading global sales and strategy with Fortune 100 companies, Jessica made a life-changing decision. It all started with an impromptu hik...

10 months ago

56 minutes

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How Real Estate Trailblazer Trixy Castro Built an Unstoppable Entrepreneurial Empire

Let's be friends! 🌟 Ever wondered how a first-generation American builds an empire from scratch? Meet the incredible Trixy Castro, a powerhouse entrepreneur who has founded over 50 companies, including Genesis Capital and Hudson Marshall. In this episode, Trixy shares her inspiring journey from advocating for her mother as a child to launching her first company at just 14 years old. Her story embodies resilience, innovation, and the strength found in community support. 🔥 What You'll Discover:...

11 months ago

51 minutes

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Small Victories, Big Impact: How Kash Rocheleau Leads Icon Foods with Grit and Grace

Let's be friends! Dive into this week’s episode of Women in the Arena as we sit down with Kash Rocheleau, the dynamic new CEO of Icon Foods. Kash's journey is anything but ordinary—what began as a desire to be a stay-at-home mom transformed into a trailblazing career in the corporate world. 🌟 Highlights of Kash's Journey: 💼 Unexpected Beginnings: Kash started at Icon Foods as an executive assistant, soon realizing her calling extended far beyond the role she was hired for. Her rapid ascent to...

12 months ago

45 minutes

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Redefining Resilience: A Woman's Unyielding Battle to Reclaim Her Dreams with Michelle Gates Roberts

Let's be friends! 🚀 Have you ever felt like life’s transitions stole your dreams? Join us in this transformative episode as we sit down with the incredible Michelle Gates Roberts, who bravely shares her journey through early pregnancy, battling a debilitating illness, and living in Asia for a decade. Despite society's expectations to simply "be content," Michelle faced isolation and depression head-on, emerging stronger with a mission to empower women facing similar challenges. 🎯 Key Takeaway...

1 year ago

37 minutes

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What it Really Takes to Run for Office: A Candid Conversation with Dr. Wendy Davis

Let's be friends! 🎙️ Curious about political engagement and the intricacies of election campaigns? Join us for an enlightening conversation with Dr. Wendy Davis, a former Utah House of Representatives candidate and accomplished political science PhD from the University of Utah. Wendy shares her vast knowledge and experience, shedding light on the critical importance of informed voting and political socialization. 🔍 Highlights: 🌟 Political Awareness: Discover how family and educational institu...

1 year ago

57 minutes

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Rewriting Norms: Women Who Redefined Expectations & Shaped History with Laura Carroll

Let's be friends! What if you could redefine what it means to live a fulfilled life? This week on Women in the Arena, we welcome the distinguished author Laura Carroll, who's spent over two decades studying women without children. Join us for an enlightening journey through her latest work, A Special Sisterhood: 100 Fascinating Women from History Who Have Never Had Children. Discover the immense contributions of childless women throughout history and challenge societal norms to explore how yo...

1 year ago

47 minutes