86 episodes

Steel Roses is a podcast created for women by women. Social pressures for women are constant. Professionals, stay at home moms, working moms, we are here to tell you that you are not alone! This podcasts primary focus is providing real honest content shedding light on the daily struggles of women while also elevating women's voices. Steel Roses is hosted by Jenny Benitez and Melissa Schick. This podcast came to life after Jenny and Melissa noticed a pattern in their catch-ups. Conversation after conversation boiled down to one important point. All women were experiencing similar pressures and hurdles, and yet, no one was talking out in the open. If these topics continue to only exist as whispered conversations then we further permeate a culture of judgement and shame. 
Join Melissa and Jenny weekly as they discuss topics that effect women in a relatable, honest way. 

Steel Roses Podcast Jenny Benitez & Melissa Schick

    • Society & Culture
    • 4.8 • 5 Ratings

Steel Roses is a podcast created for women by women. Social pressures for women are constant. Professionals, stay at home moms, working moms, we are here to tell you that you are not alone! This podcasts primary focus is providing real honest content shedding light on the daily struggles of women while also elevating women's voices. Steel Roses is hosted by Jenny Benitez and Melissa Schick. This podcast came to life after Jenny and Melissa noticed a pattern in their catch-ups. Conversation after conversation boiled down to one important point. All women were experiencing similar pressures and hurdles, and yet, no one was talking out in the open. If these topics continue to only exist as whispered conversations then we further permeate a culture of judgement and shame. 
Join Melissa and Jenny weekly as they discuss topics that effect women in a relatable, honest way. 

    Behind the Mic: Podcasting Unboxed Launch & Finding that Balance

    Behind the Mic: Podcasting Unboxed Launch & Finding that Balance

    Send us a Text Message.Launching a podcast doesn't have to be complicated or expensive! Join me on the Steel Roses podcast as I unveil the newly released Podcasting Unboxed: Your Comprehensive Start Up Guide —a 33-page resource packed with essential steps, cost-effective solutions, and personal insights from my own podcasting journey that began in April 2023. I’ll share behind-the-scenes stories of the hard work and inspiration that went into this guide, especially the struggle to find clear ...

    • 22 min
    Embracing the Summer Challenge of Career and Parenthood

    Embracing the Summer Challenge of Career and Parenthood

    Send us a Text Message.Dragging your kids to day camp every morning and struggling to balance work and parenting? You're not alone. This week on Steel Roses podcast, I get real about the chaotic dance of motherhood during summer break. Juggling a career while being present for the kids is no small feat, and the stress of adjusting to a new routine is taking its toll. Tune in as I share my own mental health check-in, reflecting on the impact of reduced work hours and the challenges of maintain...

    • 11 min
    Living for Your Children: Leading by Example and Fostering Independence

    Living for Your Children: Leading by Example and Fostering Independence

    Send us a Text Message.Have you ever wondered what it truly means to live for your children, rather than just being willing to die for them? Join us on this insightful episode of the Steel Roses podcast as I explore this profound concept. Together, we dive into my personal transformation from sacrificing my health and sanity for my kids to leading by example and how this shift has positively impacted both my parenting and professional life. I talk about the significant role support and respon...

    • 15 min
    Chronic Battles and Small Victories: Endometriosis, Gratitude, and Motherhood's Daily Chaos

    Chronic Battles and Small Victories: Endometriosis, Gratitude, and Motherhood's Daily Chaos

    Send us a Text Message.Join me as I share a raw, personal account of a recent flare-up and the chronic battle with this invisible disease. I tackle the societal stigma surrounding periods and why it's crucial to break these taboos. Plus, you'll get invaluable insights from our past episode featuring patient advocate Laura, who sheds light on the struggles and triumphs in raising awareness about endometriosis.Endometriosis EpisodeBut that's not all. I pivot to the concept of gratitude, a persp...

    • 18 min
    Summer Series Launch! Day 1 Kids Home for the Summer and Behind the Scenes of Marketing and Communications

    Summer Series Launch! Day 1 Kids Home for the Summer and Behind the Scenes of Marketing and Communications

    Send us a Text Message.Welcome to the Summer Series! In this episode, I dive into the world of health-related advertising, dissecting the messaging behind this provocative ad. I’ll share my professional perspective on how such materials are crafted, the rigorous vetting process they undergo, and why it's crucial for consumers to critically examine what they're being sold. Join me as I peel back the layers of this advertisement to uncover the truth. This episode is not just a critique but...

    • 12 min
    Confronting Burnout: A Podcaster's Journey to Realignment and Renewal

    Confronting Burnout: A Podcaster's Journey to Realignment and Renewal

    Send us a Text Message.Burnout can hit hard and unexpectedly, as I recently discovered while ambitiously planning for the Steel Roses Podcast's anniversary. Caught in a whirlpool of unmet deadlines, illnesses, and the crushing weight of lofty goals, I had to confront the stark reality of my limitations. This episode is a candid reflection on my tumultuous journey through burnout, the lessons I learned about letting go of control, and how stepping back helped me realign with the true vision fo...

    • 17 min

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