Women with Cool Jobs

Julie Berman
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Women with Cool Jobs features rock-star women who have unique, trailblazing, and innovative careers. It empowers you to learn about different career options, imagine yourself in a new role, and fosters a sense of the opportunities that exist today. Plus, learn actionable steps you can take to begin on a similar path or one that's all your own.

  1. May 27

    Pushing Pause on the Podcast. Maycember, Teaching Elementary Students, & My Podcast Guesting Program, with Julie Berman

    6 Years Recording. Every Other Wednesday. Countless Women with Cool Jobs. No sponsors. Just inspiration! Saying that this podcast has changed my life is an understatement. These women are trailblazing, innovating, and leading across industries, trades, and businesses. They have shared their stories with such passion, chutzpah, and the gift of a raw and unfiltered look at the behind-the-scenes and in-the-weeds details that we don't get to see by scrolling highlight reels on Instagram or seeing updates on LinkedIn.  It has given me so much perspective and a whole lot more curiosity in  reconsidering what's possible, evaluating the risks worth taking, questioning how I think, and more.  For the moment, I am pushing the pause button and taking a break from podcasting to create some time for family and a bit of space for summer. So keep close, as there is no way I am stopping for good...because I love it too dang much. And, if you want more access to me, my resources and coaching on getting clarity and confidence when podcast guesting, I want to invite you to visit womenwithcooljobs.com and send a message or DM me @womencooljobs on Insta. If you'd love to watch the video version of the interviews, be sure to subscribe to the podcast's YouTube channel HERE. Send Julie a text!! ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ I absolutely LOVE being the host and producer of "Women with Cool Jobs", where I interview women who have unique, trailblazing, and innovative careers. It has been such a blessing to share stories of incredible, inspiring women since I started in 2020. If you have benefitted from this work, or simply appreciate that I do it, please consider buying me a  $5 coffee. ☕️ https://www.buymeacoffee.com/julieberman Thank you so much for supporting me -- whether by sharing an episode with a friend, attending a LIVE WWCJ event in Phoenix, connecting with me on Instagram @womencooljobs or LinkedIn, sending me a note on my website (www.womenwithcooljobs.com), or by buying me a coffee! It all means so much. 3

    14 min
  2. Welders, Sheet Metal Worker, Crane Operator, Oh My! Learn From Two Women Excelling in Trades, with Rachel Miller and Letty Bejarano (Recorded During the "Women with Cool Jobs" LIVE 2026 Event)

    May 14

    Welders, Sheet Metal Worker, Crane Operator, Oh My! Learn From Two Women Excelling in Trades, with Rachel Miller and Letty Bejarano (Recorded During the "Women with Cool Jobs" LIVE 2026 Event)

    This interview features Rachel Miller and Letty Bejarano, two women excelling in trades like welding, sheet metal work, and crane operation.  They share their journeys, challenges, and advice for women interested in entering these fields, highlighting the importance of union apprenticeships, implementing boundaries, and overcoming workplace barriers. Letty is a a sheet metal worker, welder, and silversmith. She's an HVAC installer and welder who works out in the field on places like hospitals, casinos, and data centers. Rachel is a crane operator apprentice and a welder. Her current apprenticeship role as of recording is as an oiler, where she works with crane operators. She assists the crane operator by checking fluids each morning and does maintenance. **NOTE: This was a live podcast recording, so I appreciate your extra patience with the background noises, particularly during the beginning when there are some loud kiddos. Thank you, and I promise it is worth the listen! Contact Info: Letty Bejarano - Guest Letty Bejarano (Instagram) Rachel Miller - Guest Rachel Miller (Instagram) Weldher Workshop (Instagram) Julie Berman - Host www.womenwithcooljobs.com @womencooljobs (Instagram) Julie Berman (LinkedIn) Send Julie a text!! ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ I absolutely LOVE being the host and producer of "Women with Cool Jobs", where I interview women who have unique, trailblazing, and innovative careers. It has been such a blessing to share stories of incredible, inspiring women since I started in 2020. If you have benefitted from this work, or simply appreciate that I do it, please consider buying me a  $5 coffee. ☕️ https://www.buymeacoffee.com/julieberman Thank you so much for supporting me -- whether by sharing an episode with a friend, attending a LIVE WWCJ event in Phoenix, connecting with me on Instagram @womencooljobs or LinkedIn, sending me a note on my website (www.womenwithcooljobs.com), or by buying me a coffee! It all means so much. 3

    38 min
  3. Award-Winning Producer, Entrepreneur, and Arts Leader Turns Creative Passion Into a Profitable Career, with Diane Strand of JDS Productions

    Apr 30

    Award-Winning Producer, Entrepreneur, and Arts Leader Turns Creative Passion Into a Profitable Career, with Diane Strand of JDS Productions

    Diane Strand, a former Hollywood producer and life-long arts participant and advocate, shares how mastering the art of storytelling through a producer's lens became the foundation for her career and her way to contribute to her broader community.  From navigating Hollywood’s glitz and glamour on shows like General Hospital and Friends, to building a seven-figure media company, actors studio, and nonprofit, Diane has been able to turn her creative passion into a profitable business, and beyond.  You’ll discover how her production experiences, including working with legends like Barbra Streisand or reality TV shows like "Survivor," and her real-world experiences shape her mission to empower others through arts and media.  We discuss:  The core elements of productionWhy storytelling is the most critical part of any project, whether a short social media clip or a full-length filmThe impact of arts in her life and on the communityWhy intentional involvement with your local community can benefit you as an entrepreneur Her businesses are JDS Productions and the JDS Actors Studio . She also co-founded the non-profit organization JDS Creative Academy, which works with mainstream, foster, and at-risk youth as well as special needs adults to provide career-pathway opportunities in visual, performing, and digital arts.   She has won many awards, including 10 Telly Awards, 7 Communicator Awards, and 2 Anthem Awards as well as Standout Business (San Diego and Riverside Counties) and the 2021 Non-Profit of the Year by the Temecula Valley Chamber of Commerce. Contact Info: Diane Strand - Guest Diane Strand (LinkedIn) Diane Strand (Website) Julie Berman - Host www.womenwithcooljobs.com @womencooljobs (Instagram) Julie Berman (LinkedIn) Send Julie a text!! ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ I absolutely LOVE being the host and producer of "Women with Cool Jobs", where I interview women who have unique, trailblazing, and innovative careers. It has been such a blessing to share stories of incredible, inspiring women since I started in 2020. If you have benefitted from this work, or simply appreciate that I do it, please consider buying me a  $5 coffee. ☕️ https://www.buymeacoffee.com/julieberman Thank you so much for supporting me -- whether by sharing an episode with a friend, attending a LIVE WWCJ event in Phoenix, connecting with me on Instagram @womencooljobs or LinkedIn, sending me a note on my website (www.womenwithcooljobs.com), or by buying me a coffee! It all means so much. 3

    1h 9m
  4. Hospitality Interior Designer For Sports Stadiums and Arenas Uses Design as Storytelling Tool, with Edith Ponciano of EP Atelier

    Apr 15

    Hospitality Interior Designer For Sports Stadiums and Arenas Uses Design as Storytelling Tool, with Edith Ponciano of EP Atelier

    Edith Ponciano is a hospitality interior designer who transforms hospitality spaces,  such as boutique hotels, upscale restaurants, stadiums, and innovative sports arenas.  After working at one of the world's largest design companies for about a decade, Edith started her boutique design agency, EP Atelier. Together with a small and mighty team of professionals, they transform design aspirations and create spaces that tell stories, evoke emotions, and bring people together.  EP Atelier is currently the Interior Design consultant for the new Nissan Stadium for the Tennessee Titans in Nashville, Tennessee. During her time at Gensler as Design Director impacting and transforming sports venues’ interiors, Edith led the design for notable sports venues, including:  Banc of California Stadium, Chase Center Arena, Los Angeles Football Club Training Facility, Las Vegas Aces Training Facility, Q2 Stadium, and Snapdragon Stadium. Edith’s design work has been featured in a number of publications, including Interior Design, Boutique Design Magazine, Sports Business Journal, and more. Contact Info: Edith Ponciano - Guest EP Atelier (LinkedIn) EP Atelier (Website) Julie Berman - Host www.womenwithcooljobs.com @womencooljobs (Instagram) Julie Berman (LinkedIn) Send Julie a text!! ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ I absolutely LOVE being the host and producer of "Women with Cool Jobs", where I interview women who have unique, trailblazing, and innovative careers. It has been such a blessing to share stories of incredible, inspiring women since I started in 2020. If you have benefitted from this work, or simply appreciate that I do it, please consider buying me a  $5 coffee. ☕️ https://www.buymeacoffee.com/julieberman Thank you so much for supporting me -- whether by sharing an episode with a friend, attending a LIVE WWCJ event in Phoenix, connecting with me on Instagram @womencooljobs or LinkedIn, sending me a note on my website (www.womenwithcooljobs.com), or by buying me a coffee! It all means so much. 3

    58 min

  5. Apr 2

    Flip-Flops, Scarves, & Relatability: Storytelling Secrets for Standout Podcast Guesting, with Julie Berman (Shorties ep.)

    What do flip-flops and a box of scarves have to do with being an unforgettable storyteller?  In this episode, I share how everyday details unlock the real secret to powerful storytelling: Relatability.  You'll learn: The difference between vulnerability and relatabilityHow everyday moments, emotions, and small details can turn a simple story into a powerful, relatable one you can use on podcasts, panels, at work, and in your community You don’t have to share your deepest wounds to connect with listeners.  You’ll learn how to use specific moments from your own life to make your stories more engaging and memorable... whether you’re guesting on podcasts, speaking on panels, sharing your voice at work, or engaging within your community. Now, you can watch guest podcast episodes on YouTube HERE!!  Contact Info: Julie Berman - Host www.womenwithcooljobs.com @womencooljobs (Instagram) Julie Berman's LinkedIn Profile  Send Julie a text!! Send Julie a text!! ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ I absolutely LOVE being the host and producer of "Women with Cool Jobs", where I interview women who have unique, trailblazing, and innovative careers. It has been such a blessing to share stories of incredible, inspiring women since I started in 2020. If you have benefitted from this work, or simply appreciate that I do it, please consider buying me a  $5 coffee. ☕️ https://www.buymeacoffee.com/julieberman Thank you so much for supporting me -- whether by sharing an episode with a friend, attending a LIVE WWCJ event in Phoenix, connecting with me on Instagram @womencooljobs or LinkedIn, sending me a note on my website (www.womenwithcooljobs.com), or by buying me a coffee! It all means so much. 3

    10 min

  6. Mar 18

    Are You The Gatekeeper? Why You Need To Open The Gates and Share Your Story! with Host Julie Berman (Shorties ep.)

    Are you the gatekeeper? When I first started my degree in journalism  and PR, we often talked about the gatekeepers in traditional media… the publisher, the producer, the journalist, the editor.  Other people were in charge of deciding if your voice would be heard on television, in print media, or on the radio. The gatekeepers controlled the access. Podcasting allows you to share your story in the most real, deep, authentic way...simply as you. You don't have to wait until someone gives you permission or grants you access. Take this episode as your permission slip to open the gates! Stop being your own gatekeeper.  Share your story. More women need to be sharing so we can dream into the possibilities and examples we hear. It matters more than you know. Now, you can watch guest podcast episodes on YouTube HERE!!  Contact Info: Julie Berman - Host www.womenwithcooljobs.com @womencooljobs (Instagram) Julie Berman's LinkedIn Profile  Send Julie a text!! ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ I absolutely LOVE being the host and producer of "Women with Cool Jobs", where I interview women who have unique, trailblazing, and innovative careers. It has been such a blessing to share stories of incredible, inspiring women since I started in 2020. If you have benefitted from this work, or simply appreciate that I do it, please consider buying me a  $5 coffee. ☕️ https://www.buymeacoffee.com/julieberman Thank you so much for supporting me -- whether by sharing an episode with a friend, attending a LIVE WWCJ event in Phoenix, connecting with me on Instagram @womencooljobs or LinkedIn, sending me a note on my website (www.womenwithcooljobs.com), or by buying me a coffee! It all means so much. 3

    13 min

  7. Mar 4

    How a Little League Jersey Reminded Me About the Most Important Tip to Engage Listeners When Sharing Your Stories, with Host Julie Berman (Shorties ep.)

    Whether you're sharing as a guest on a podcast, in your career, or with friends, mastering storytelling can change everything.  In this episode, I share how my middle son's Little League jersey reminded me of one of the most important tips for storytelling and how you can incorporate it into your own storytelling. This simple detail can turn your everyday experiences into powerful narratives that inspire and connect.  We need more women sharing their stories as podcast guests and beyond, because we dream into another woman's reality.  We need to hear and see examples of what is possible from a woman who is relatable, inspirational, and real to imagine more for ourselves. For women eager to share your story, this very practical and tactical tip will help you get started. Contact Info: Julie Berman - Host www.womenwithcooljobs.com @womencooljobs (Instagram) Julie Berman's LinkedIn Profile  Send Julie a text!! ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ I absolutely LOVE being the host and producer of "Women with Cool Jobs", where I interview women who have unique, trailblazing, and innovative careers. It has been such a blessing to share stories of incredible, inspiring women since I started in 2020. If you have benefitted from this work, or simply appreciate that I do it, please consider buying me a  $5 coffee. ☕️ https://www.buymeacoffee.com/julieberman Thank you so much for supporting me -- whether by sharing an episode with a friend, attending a LIVE WWCJ event in Phoenix, connecting with me on Instagram @womencooljobs or LinkedIn, sending me a note on my website (www.womenwithcooljobs.com), or by buying me a coffee! It all means so much. 3

    12 min
  8. 2x Olympic Gold Medalist in Bobsleigh and World Rugby Hall of Famer Teaches Us How to Trailblaze and Create Our Own Path, with Heather Moyse (Replay)

    Feb 19

    2x Olympic Gold Medalist in Bobsleigh and World Rugby Hall of Famer Teaches Us How to Trailblaze and Create Our Own Path, with Heather Moyse (Replay)

    Heather Moyse is a 2x Olympic gold medalist (who competed in 4 Olympics games), a three-sport national athlete, a World Rugby Hall of Famer, a motivational speaker, an author, and a coach. Heather started training just five months before her first Olympics at the age of 27 in 2-person bobsleigh, with her last Olympic competition at the age of 39. In this episode, she shares specific techniques and mindset work that she uses to achieve her goals and that we all can use to help us live up to our potential. Heather won gold at the 2010 Winter Games in Vancouver, and again at the 2014 Winter Games in Sochi. Before she was an Olympic champion, she was a mainstay on Canada’s Senior Women’s Rugby Team.  Heather led Canada to silver in the 2013 Rugby Sevens World Cup, and was the top try scorer in the 2006 and 2010 Women’s Rugby World Cups. In 2016, Heather became only the second Canadian, and first Canadian female, to be inducted into the World Rugby Hall of Fame. Heather represented Canada in a third international sport in 2012, when she placed Top Five in two events at the Pan-Am Track Cycling Championships in Argentina. Send Julie a text!! ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ I absolutely LOVE being the host and producer of "Women with Cool Jobs", where I interview women who have unique, trailblazing, and innovative careers. It has been such a blessing to share stories of incredible, inspiring women since I started in 2020. If you have benefitted from this work, or simply appreciate that I do it, please consider buying me a  $5 coffee. ☕️ https://www.buymeacoffee.com/julieberman Thank you so much for supporting me -- whether by sharing an episode with a friend, attending a LIVE WWCJ event in Phoenix, connecting with me on Instagram @womencooljobs or LinkedIn, sending me a note on my website (www.womenwithcooljobs.com), or by buying me a coffee! It all means so much. 3

    1h 15m
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Women with Cool Jobs features rock-star women who have unique, trailblazing, and innovative careers. It empowers you to learn about different career options, imagine yourself in a new role, and fosters a sense of the opportunities that exist today. Plus, learn actionable steps you can take to begin on a similar path or one that's all your own.

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  • Creator
    Julie Berman
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    151
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Women with Cool Jobs
  • Show Website
    Women with Cool Jobs

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