Her Story

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Her Story is a JMU podcast by Women for Madison. We’re bringing you real conversations with women who have shaped their communities.

Episodes

  1. 33M AGO

    Building your Community with Rupa Murthy.

    CEO of YWCA Richmond Rupa Murthy ('99) discusses her path to building the community she leads.

    18 min

  2. MAY 5

    Appreciating yourself with Nisiel Natividad and Britnie McDonald

    At CMSS  Nisiel Natividad and Britnie McDonald sit down to talk their student, professional, and cultural experiences at JMU.

    20 min

  3. APR 3

    Living for Yourself with Leigh Evans

    Executive Director of the Shenandoah Valley Technology Council and Director of JMU’s Research to Impact initiative, Leigh Evans talks with Dr. Angela Russell about restarting her life at 40 and moving to The Valley, her change in career, and learning to live for herself.

    24 min

  4. FEB 12

    Entrepreneurial Balance with Libby Azzarello and Morgan Dye

    Founder of At Home with Libby and owner of two Bumble Brews Play Cafe locations, Libby Hale Azzarello (‘11), and co-founder and managing partner of Meraki Communications, Morgan Dye (‘05) in a conversation about finding their business interests and balancing entrepreneurship with home life.

    29 min

  5. JAN 12

    Authenticity with Dr. Ebony Parker Waugh

    Dr. Ebony Parker Waugh (‘93), seasoned nurse turned entrepreneur and the CEO of Parker Waugh Enterprises, Inc.---the parent corporation of EPW Consulting, and certified master mindset coach—  sits with Catie Harper to break down her pathway to entrepreneurial healthcare while remaining authentic.

    22 min

  6. JAN 5

    Maintaining Your Relevance with Carrie Willetts

    Carrie Willets (‘97), the chief administrative officer at West Virginia University Health System, talks  about her outlooks in parenting, career growth, and the lasting impacts of her time at JMU.

    17 min

  7. 12/12/2025

    Pain to Purpose with Caroline Stoaks

    Media Arts and Design Journalism major with double minors in Youth Justice and Family Studies at JMU, Caroline Stoaks (‘25), speaks with licensed professional counselor, school counselor, and clinical supervisor, Teresa Haase (‘95, ‘02M, Ed.S) about her experiences in foster care and finding religion. She expands the discussion to attendees of the 2025 Women Who Amaze summit to reflect on turning ‘Pain to Purpose', a nonprofit she’s starting by the same name.

    24 min

  8. 11/14/2025

    'Nevertheless, She Persisted' with Elizabeth Paul

    At the 2025 Women Who Amaze Summit, Chief brand officer at The Martin Agency, Elizabeth Paul (‘03) talks about the resilience she’s built by not taking “a straight road” and maintaining balance within her career and family life.

    39 min

  9. 10/10/2025

    Pressure and Perseverance with Dr. Linda Thomas

    In a discussion with Carol Anderson, Director of JMU’s Graduate School, Dr. Linda Thomas reflects on her career and academic journey. Hear how her experiences in taking an oppositional path as the daughter of an immigrant have given her the strength and resilience to achieve her goals.

    19 min

  10. 09/12/2025

    Bite-Sized Wisdom with Claire Chewning

    Interviewed by Catie Harper, Registered Dietitian, Certified Intuitive Eating Counselor, and the founder of Yours Chewly Nutrition LLC, Claire Chewning (‘17), discusses maintaining her brand, mentorship, and her compassionate, evidence-based approach to non-restrictive dieting and nutrition.

    14 min

  11. TRAILER

    Episode 0

    An introduction to Her Story.

    1 min

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About

Her Story is a JMU podcast by Women for Madison. We’re bringing you real conversations with women who have shaped their communities.

Information

  • Creator
    womenformadison
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    11
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2025 All rights reserved.
  • Show Website
    Her Story