The Rebuild Podcast

Rebuild Podcast

"The Rebuild Podcast," hosted by Carmen Turner and Beth Borody, is a refreshing and insightful podcast dedicated to empowering women as they navigate the complexities of their careers and the multitude of responsibilities that life throws their way. In our fast-paced world, where the pressure to constantly perform and produce can be overwhelming, Carmen and Beth introduce the transformative concept of a Rebuild period—a dedicated time for reflection, growth, and rejuvenation, be it a month, a year, or any phase in life when things take a quieter turn.

  1. JAN 8

    Happy New Year ? Facing 2026 with Resilience and Connection

    As we step into the new year, many of us reflect on the past and contemplate the future. In a recent podcast episode, hosts Beth and Carmen discuss the challenges and triumphs of transitioning into 2026, emphasizing the importance of connection and resilience in navigating unexpected changes. Carmen recounts a recent gathering she hosted to welcome the new year with a group of women in sustainability and high-impact careers. Moving away from traditional networking events filled with superficial conversations, Carmen aimed to create a space for meaningful connections and authentic discussions. She emphasizes the importance of stepping out of familiar environments to foster genuine interactions. The group participated in invigorating activities, including a cold plunge into the ocean, showcasing the power of shared experiences. Both hosts agree on the transformative effects of nature in their lives. Beth highlights Carmen’s dedication to reconnecting people with the environment, which serves as a grounding force in their often hectic lives. Carmen shares her own moments in nature, reinforcing the belief that stepping away from the desk can spark creativity and innovation. They discuss how experiences outside of work can lead to profound insights and solutions. As the conversation shifts, Beth opens up about her struggles as she entered 2026. Following a successful 2025, she faced unexpected challenges, including losing a key business partner and dealing with personal losses. Despite these setbacks, Beth emphasizes the importance of mindset and resilience in overcoming adversity. She reflects on the necessity of surrendering to the unknown while maintaining hope and positivity. Beth discusses the significance of recognizing the duality in business. While unexpected challenges can be daunting, they often lead to new opportunities. For instance, losing a partnership led her to explore alternative collaborations, sparking creativity and innovative ideas. Carmen points out that facing new problems is part of growth, and adapting quickly is essential for success. The podcast episode serves as a reminder that the new year is not just about setting resolutions but also about embracing change and building connections. Beth and Carmen’s candid discussions highlight the importance of community, resilience, and the ability to find opportunity in adversity. As we navigate through 2026, let us remember to embrace the journey, foster genuine connections, and remain open to the unexpected twists life may bring.

    33 min
  2. 12/11/2025

    The Rebuild: Beyond the Podcast: Crafting Immersive Retreats for Women's Rebuilds

    In this episode, Beth and Carmen share exciting plans to expand the impact of The Rebuild podcast by moving beyond digital episodes to offer immersive Rebuild Retreat experiences for women in 2026. They focus on creating spaces for authentic connection, support, and personal growth. The episode kicks off with Beth and Carmen discussing the "gap" and "white space" they’ve identified—a need for more opportunities for women to gather and support each other in their career journeys. Carmen’s Inspiration: She reflects on her past sauna boat experiences where women in sustainability and mining shared openly, outside of the usual networking settings. These events were highlights for many due to the genuine connection. Beth’s Insight: Drawing from her experience with Feminina retreats, she notes how women flourish in intimate settings where they are cared for and can focus on personal growth without the usual planning responsibilities. Beth and Carmen outline their plan to create a day-long mini retreat blending coaching, workshops, and self-care. Key Components: Workshops on being the "CEO of your life" and managing career pivots, combined with activities like saunas, cold plunges, and group dinners. Purpose: The retreat aims to serve as professional development that emphasizes personal desires and authenticity over traditional corporate ladder climbing. Normalizing Rebuilds: The retreats are designed to help women view career transitions positively, addressing typical feelings of shame and frustration. Building Internal Security: Focus on developing inner resilience and confidence, emphasizing reliance on personal capabilities. Empowering Self-Promotion: Encouraging women to confidently own their achievements and drive their career narratives. The retreats target ambitious women ready to explore their next steps, particularly those in uncertain phases. Beth and Carmen announce their plans to kick off these new retreat experiences in January 2026, offering priority information to podcast listeners. These retreats aim to provide real-time engagement and support, helping women navigate their personal and professional transitions. Check out https://www.bethborody.com/store/p/the-rebuild-mini-retreat-january-28-2026

    30 min
  3. 12/01/2025

    Momentum and Transformation: Building a Community for Women’s Rebuilds

    In this episode, Beth and Carmen reflect on the positive energy generated from a recent dinner hosted by The Femina Collective and discuss the future vision for The Rebuild podcast, emphasizing community, support, and personal growth. The episode opens with Carmen describing the dinner as an incredible experience, characterized by high energy and openness among the attendees. Beth shares that it was one of the best dinners they had ever hosted, where women were encouraged to share stories about their bold moves or big risks that paid off, resulting in unprompted, inspiring stories. Carmen observes that live rebuilds were happening in the room, with women taking steps towards new jobs, companies, or projects. The hosts highlight the impact of the event, particularly through the delivery of postcards that attendees had written to themselves, serving as a reminder to relive the joy and positivity from the experience. Following the dinner, Beth and Carmen discuss their vision for the podcast as a "catalyst for more or for something else," not just a traditional podcast. They recognize that their content resonates with women who seek community, tools, skills, and support for navigating career pivots and rebuilds. They compare the experience of undergoing a rebuild to navigating the stages of grief—including denial, anger, sadness, and acceptance—and plan to create resources to help women identify and move through these phases. The hosts emphasize that a career disruption is "not a death sentence," but rather an opportunity for growth and reinvention. Beth and Carmen announce plans to launch new experiences for women in January, designed for real-time engagement and support. These experiences will include coaching, teaching specific skills needed for a rebuild, and fostering a sense of community. They aim to leverage their strengths, with Carmen guiding women in finding their shifts and Beth focusing on building confidence and encouraging women to "dream big." The hosts acknowledge that the traditional workforce system is no longer serving women, prompting them to build their own paths. They stress the importance of addressing the emotional challenges of transition. Highlights from the Previous Week's Dinner and MomentumThe Future Vision for The RebuildLaunching New Experiences

    25 min
  4. 11/21/2025

    Own Your Value, Ditch the Illusion of Security

    Beth and Carmen record live from Vancouver, discussing the volatile economic landscape where the mining sector is booming with soaring commodity prices, yet the overall environment is experiencing one of the "worst job markets" seen in a long time, driven by widespread layoffs and uncertainty. The hosts argue that women are not merely leaving the workforce but are actively building a new workforce that rejects the century-old 9-to-5, factory-style model, which does not support the complexities of women's lives and responsibilities. They emphasize that work should provide fulfillment and support, rather than being something that "sucks the life out of you". A core discussion revolves around security and corporate trauma: Internal Security: Carmen stresses that job security is often an illusion, especially since companies may replace individuals in a heartbeat. True security is derived internally from an individual's own skills, knowledge, resources, and mindset. Risk of Voice: The hosts note that women who use their voice, push against the status quo, or advocate for change are at a very high risk of termination. Confidence and Resilience: They discuss the conditioning that makes it difficult for women to boast or confidently state their personal beliefs and capabilities, which hinders their resilience during transition. Carmen works to unblock clients by addressing common negative thoughts like "I'm not smart enough" or "What if I fail?". Overcoming Termination: Beth shares her personal experience of being terminated while pregnant, which initially felt shameful but ultimately brought freedom and liberation. She relied on a combination of spite, coaching, and therapy to realize she had done nothing wrong and that the perceived failure was actually a turning point that allowed her to rebuild her career on her own terms. The episode concludes by encouraging women in transition to seize the opportunity to shape their future careers, separate from what the external system expects of them.

    25 min
5
out of 5
3 Ratings

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"The Rebuild Podcast," hosted by Carmen Turner and Beth Borody, is a refreshing and insightful podcast dedicated to empowering women as they navigate the complexities of their careers and the multitude of responsibilities that life throws their way. In our fast-paced world, where the pressure to constantly perform and produce can be overwhelming, Carmen and Beth introduce the transformative concept of a Rebuild period—a dedicated time for reflection, growth, and rejuvenation, be it a month, a year, or any phase in life when things take a quieter turn.