Jonni and Maria Go There!

Jonni Ressler, Maria Ross

A podcast for progressive women juggling work, family, life...ALL. THE. THINGS. Oh, and also the desire to have an impact and make the world a better place. Welcome to Jonni and Maria Go There! A show about opinions….yours and ours. Your voice matters so USE it. Who are we? We’re Jonni Ressler and Maria Ross. We’re two feisty redheads with fierce hearts and fiercer opinions. We’re both business owners, moms, part-time actresses, leaders, and spouses - and eager to use our work to make the world a better place. We aim high, make mistakes, get angry, laugh at ourselves and love to cry happy tears. This podcast is for big-dreaming, progressive women with goals, whether those are to advance to CEO, make a change in your community, or just be the best version of yourself you can be. Together, we’ll crack open those conversations that you really want to have about what’s going on in business, politics, current events, motherhood, culture...nothing is off limits! - and show you that your voice matters Think of this podcast as being a part of the best coffee date you can imagine! We hope that each episode gives you a laugh, a cry, an insight or a motivating nugget - and helps you feel less alone. When women speak out, we can change the world. CONNECT WITH US We’d love your feedback and ideas about the show! Follow us and DM us on Instagram: @redslicemaria @jonniressler Visit Maria’s website: www.red-slice.com Visit Jonni’s website: www.eleven11solutions.com

  1. Sep 18

    The F Word

    Jonni and Maria explore their own feelings and the public reaction to the loss of two amazing feminist icons: Dolly Parton and Gloria Steinem. They talk about their own experience with the F-word (feminism) from childhood, the amazing accomplishments of both women, and how they approached feminism in their own unique ways, leaving the door open for other women (and men) to authentically get on board. They share their views on the negative stereotype of feminists, what feminism really means, and how women speaking out right now do indeed love men, and why men themselves are actually a key part of this fight for equality for all. They share profound quotes from both women and an especially fun fact about Dolly. And they parse out why many are feeling these losses so deeply right now, when good leadership role models seem to be rare - and what their loss requires all of us to do next to pick up the torch and keep their good work going.  Plus: the latest Gen Z/Alpha lingo, The Odyssey, Elliott Page, gender non-conforming pets, great podcast recommendations, and more tomfoolery. References:  The Intertwined Legacies of Gloria Steinem and Dolly Parton- The Daily Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-intertwined-legacies-of-gloria-steinem/id1200361736?i=1000787827584Philip Lindsay: middle school teacher defining Gen Z and Alpha lingo: https://www.instagram.com/mr_phlindsay_spedChristopher Nolan's The Odyssey: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt33764258/Actor Elliott Page: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Elliot_PageThe Umbrella Academy: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Umbrella_Academy_(TV_series)Dolly's musical legacy: https://www.npr.org/2026/08/26/nx-s1-5944468/dolly-parton-legacy-songwritingGloria Steinem's best quotes: https://equalitynow.org/news/news-and-insights/gloria_steinem_quotes/ Great NPR interview with Gloria: https://www.npr.org/2026/09/03/nx-s1-5955479/gloria-steinem-fresh-air How Dolly's acrylic nails helped her write 9 to 5: https://youtu.be/HVBcIyg3dsM?si=EkqDlrDR3w3M9IuQ More great quotes from Gloria Steinem: https://people.com/gloria-steinem-best-quotes-12094574 Julia Louis-Dreyfus Wiser Than Me podcast with Gloria Steinem (2024): https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/listen-once-more-julia-gets-wise-with-gloria-steinem/id1678559416?i=1000787680892 Melinda Gates - Pivotal- a group of organizations working to accelerate the pace of social progress for women and young people in the US and around the world.  CONNECT WITH US We’d love your feedback and ideas about the show! Follow/DM us on Instagram: @jonniandmaria @redslicemaria @jonniressler Visit Maria’s website: www.red-slice.com Visit Jonni’s website: www.eleven11solutions.com

  2. Aug 28

    Fire Horse Season: Reinventing at Full Gallop

    Jonni and Maria are back for the first time since December, and it's the Year of the Fire Horse, so naturally the theme is reinvention, and sometimes that means burning down what isn't working anymore. In this episode, they dig into the third stage of life, and the role menopause plays in it, comparing notes on what's actually helped, what hasn't, and why nobody prepared them for any of this. Plus, wildfires, improv, vacation pivots, The Odyssey, Spider-Man, near-death experiences, a borrowed "I don't think so, honey" energy from the Las Culturistas podcast, and more tomfoolery. Caveat: While we discuss menopause symptoms and treatments that work for us, we are not doctors or licensed medical professionals. We simply talk about our own experiences. Please check with your own provider or naturopath specializing in menopause before making any changes to your care. REFERENCES MENTIONED: Year of the Fire Horse Midi Thorne Fullscript GoodRx Married with Luggage: What We Learned About Love by Traveling the World by Warren and Betsy Talbot SEEN: The Power of Appreciation at Work by Catherine Ducharme  Good Hang with Amy Poehler: Matt Damon Good Hang with Amy Poehler: Tom Holland Las Culturistas with Matt Rogers and Bowen Yang IMO with Michelle Obama and Craig Robinson: Rita Wilson CONNECT WITH US We’d love your feedback and ideas about the show! Follow/DM us on Instagram: @jonniandmaria @redslicemaria @jonniressler Visit Maria’s website: www.red-slice.com Visit Jonni’s website: www.eleven11solutions.com

  3. 08/31/2024

    Electrified Election. LFG!

    In a unique time travel episode (we recorded the first half weeks before the second due to tech issues), Jonni and Maria discuss why your vote in the 2024 election matters more than ever to the future of our country and break down exactly what we like about Harris/Walz  - and what is so dangerous about the Trump/Vance agenda. We share why every American needs to be paying attention to politics right now to preserve our democracy and rights. And what the Biden administration has actually done for this country and what we are most excited about for a more equitable and joyful future. We are all about providing the facts, with color commentary of our own as progressive women, moms, business owners…and hopeful Americans. We share info you may not know and would love to hear your own viewpoints and perspectives. Plus, Maria's big move to the Burbs, horse neighbors, back to school, and book launch, Jonni's two graduation marathon, teen world travels, empty nest adjustments and more tomfoolery References Mentioned: Maria's new book The Empathy Dilemma: How Successful Leaders Balance Performance, People, and Personal Boundaries. Grab your copy! September 11, 2024, Seattle The Empathy Dilemma fun book launch, panel, and workshop with Jonni and Maria! RSVP now - space is limited. Elisa Camahort Page, OpEd podcast and the book she co-authored with Carolyn Gerin and Jamia Wilson, Roadmap for Revolutionaries, What the Biden Administration has done for this country and why it matters:  https://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/2024/07/23/biden-sacrifice-democrats-win/Voter White Women for Harris Zoom call: Organized by Shannon Watts of Moms Demand Action https://www.wjbf.com/news/white-women-for-harris-meeting-raised-millions-broke-zoom/ More on the GOP Project 2025 Agenda: https://act.moveon.org/go/194441?t=9&akid=398263%2E38337520%2EbKqQDo Turnout information: https://www.pewresearch.org/politics/2023/07/12/voter-turnout-2018-2022/   Do something! Find ways to volunteer that work for you: https://votesaveamerica.com/   Understanding and fighting voter suppression: https://www.fairfight.com/   Swing States: https://usafacts.org/articles/what-are-the-current-swing-states-and-how-have-they-changed-over-time/   Sharon McMahon, America’s Government Tacher: https://www.instagram.com/sharonsaysso/   Harris’ High Level Economic Views: https://apnews.com/article/harris-economy-taxes-homes-food-prices-insurance-e1ad3f26f2ce8e6cb365a4ffe2ca3e6b   Trump VP choice JD Vance's former criticism of Trump: https://www.pbs.org/newshour/politics/how-trumps-potential-running-mates-harshly-criticized-him-in-the-past

  4. 12/01/2023

    What Did You Say? Slang, Work Speak, and Why Evolving Language Matters

    Jonni and Maria talk about the evolution of language and how the heck we can understand each other better..From the ways we now refer to different groups to be more inclusive and respectful, and how this is constantly evolving - and should be, as we learn more and strive to be better to each other. We talk about generational slang, from the 50's to the 80's to Gen Z, "professional" talk versus casual talk, how we learned to write formal letters and emails, which phrases are keepers no matter what generation, and how we feel about swearing. We discuss how language can divide us but also connect us. And of course, we share our own adventures trying to understand what language our kids are speaking. We'd love to hear what you think! Plus, Halloween debrief, our take on when Christmas decorations can go up, helping our kids become more self-aware, plus more tomfoolery. REFERENCES MENTIONED: The Inclusive Language Field Guide by Dr. Suzanne Werheim Language at work is becoming more casual- thanks to Gen Z - CNBC Gen Z nurse video meme (watch all of Nurse John here, a nurse using humor to highlight serious challenges) 2023 Teen Slang includes current teen phrases  Teen Talk and Linguistic Evolution - Psychology Today Can you talk the latest talk? How slang divides and connects generations At what age should you stop using contemporary slang?  CONNECT WITH US We’d love your feedback and ideas about the show! Follow/DM us on Instagram: @jonniandmaria @redslicemaria @jonniressler Visit Maria’s website: www.red-slice.com Visit Jonni’s website: www.eleven11solutions.com

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A podcast for progressive women juggling work, family, life...ALL. THE. THINGS. Oh, and also the desire to have an impact and make the world a better place. Welcome to Jonni and Maria Go There! A show about opinions….yours and ours. Your voice matters so USE it. Who are we? We’re Jonni Ressler and Maria Ross. We’re two feisty redheads with fierce hearts and fiercer opinions. We’re both business owners, moms, part-time actresses, leaders, and spouses - and eager to use our work to make the world a better place. We aim high, make mistakes, get angry, laugh at ourselves and love to cry happy tears. This podcast is for big-dreaming, progressive women with goals, whether those are to advance to CEO, make a change in your community, or just be the best version of yourself you can be. Together, we’ll crack open those conversations that you really want to have about what’s going on in business, politics, current events, motherhood, culture...nothing is off limits! - and show you that your voice matters Think of this podcast as being a part of the best coffee date you can imagine! We hope that each episode gives you a laugh, a cry, an insight or a motivating nugget - and helps you feel less alone. When women speak out, we can change the world. CONNECT WITH US We’d love your feedback and ideas about the show! Follow us and DM us on Instagram: @redslicemaria @jonniressler Visit Maria’s website: www.red-slice.com Visit Jonni’s website: www.eleven11solutions.com