Raising Women Podcast

Raising Women

Nina Talijan Hinic & Jocelyn Lee are the co-founders of Raising Women, your podcast for value-led women that shape the world. Our conversations cover important areas of womanhood the next generation of leaders need. From social change, finances, wellness, relational intelligence, leadership and service - each episode offers inspiration, perspective, and actions you can take to rise up. Our worldwide guests come with variety of experiences, incredible stories, and timeless knowledge to share. To raising women up.

  1. Control Isn’t Leadership — Presence Is

    07/08/2025

    Control Isn’t Leadership — Presence Is

    ✨ What if leadership wasn’t about control, but about capacity? What if your descent was actually the beginning of your rising? In this powerful and poetic episode of the Raising Women Podcast, we welcome Jessica Rudin, a teacher of cyclical leadership and voice-led transformation. Through myth, personal story, and embodied wisdom, she invites us into a radically different rhythm of living — one that softens, spirals, and reclaims. Together with hosts Nina and Jocelyn, Jessica unpacks the journey from performance to presence, from burnout to breath, from good-girl conditioning to grounded feminine power. Through her retelling of the ancient Sumerian goddess Inanna’s descent and the heroine’s journey, Jessica reflects on her own unraveling from overachievement and silencing into self - trust, body wisdom, and radical truth - speaking. 🗣️ “You don’t have to bloom all year. Stillness is not a problem to solve — it’s a sacred season.” 🎧  LISTEN IN ON THE CONVERSATION: 💜 Unlearning the good girl How saying yes when we mean no slowly disconnects us from our voice—and how to come back. 💜 Descent as sacred What happens when we stop pushing through and let the breakdown guide us to a deeper truth. 💜From control to capacity Why real leadership begins in the body—not the mind—and how to lead from breath, rhythm, and presence. 💜 Cyclical leadership vs linear hustle Why “the hero’s journey” isn’t the only map for growth—and how the feminine path of spirals and seasons reclaims power differently. 💜 Speaking from the heart How voice isn’t just a communication tool, but a bridge back to your values and inner knowing. 💜 Remember: You’re allowed to speak your heart’s truth. And you don’t need to conquer to be whole. And her podcast coming soon: "En ljudväv i hjältinnans spår - om kropp, kraft och levt ledarskap" -- in English: “A Soundscape in the Heroine’s Footsteps – A Journey through Voice, Body and Embodied Power” 💌 Follow Raising Women : ⁠Join our Inner Circle⁠ community newsletterConnect with us on ⁠Instagram⁠

    56 min
  2. Trust the Rhythm: Lead with your Hormonal Cycle

    06/17/2025

    Trust the Rhythm: Lead with your Hormonal Cycle

    ✨ What if you stopped treating your cycle as a problem—and started seeing it as a map to your power? In this radiant and revolutionary episode of the Raising Women Podcast, we’re joined by neuroscience-based leadership coach and feminine energy guide Jenny Muhlwa for a deeply personal and practical conversation about hormonal rhythms, inner trust, and the power of remembering who we are. Together with hosts Nina and Jocelyn, Jenny unpacks the science and the soul behind our cyclical nature — from burnout to belly dancing, progesterone to purpose. This episode is a journey through lived experience, ancient wisdom, and real-life application—from yoga mats to boardrooms to Zimbabwean sunsets. If you’ve ever felt like something was “off,” like your highs and lows didn’t make sense, or that your energy couldn’t be trusted — this episode is for you. 🗣️ “Your cycle isn’t a flaw in the system. It is the system.” 🎧 LISTEN IN ON THE CONVERSATION: 💜 The inner rhythm renaissance How understanding your hormonal cycle can lead to more clarity, creativity, and confidence. 💜 Estrogen in a glitter jacket, progesterone in bunny slippers A cycle breakdown like you’ve never heard before — scientific, soulful, and wildly empowering. 💜 Why burnout isn’t your fault How aligning your work and energy with your hormones changes everything — from leadership to self - care. 💜 Finding power in perimenopause What brain fog, anxiety, and itchy shoulders are actually trying to teach you (hint: it’s not just age). 💜 Returning to your natural rhythm The story behind Jenny’s retreats in Africa — and how disconnecting from the “noise” can reconnect you with yourself. 💌 Follow Raising Women : Join our Inner Circle community newsletterConnect with us on Instagram

    1h 1m
  3. What It Really Takes to Live in Alignment, The Raising Method™, Part 2

    05/27/2025

    What It Really Takes to Live in Alignment, The Raising Method™, Part 2

    ✨ In our previous Episode 10, we unpacked the role of values through five major life transitions women often face. But defining your values is only the first step. Living them—especially in the real, messy moments of change—requires knowing what those values actually need to stand strong. In this episode, we go deeper into how to embody your values with The Raising Method™—a framework that grows with you through every season of life, while anchoring you in what matters most. Join Nina and Jocelyn as they guide you into the next layer of the method: The Pillars—your needs, wants, boundaries, and deal breakers—the practical foundations that keep you aligned, honest, and in integrity with yourself. These aren’t abstract concepts—they’re deeply practical tools you can use to check in with yourself, take aligned action, and move forward with clarity.  🗣️“Your values are your bones. These pillars? They’re the meat—what gives your life shape, strength, and integrity.”  🎧LISTEN IN ON THE CONVERSATION: 💜 The 4 Pillars of Your Core ValuesExplore how needs, wants, boundaries, and deal breakers help bring your values to life—day to day, in real decisions. 💜 Why methods matter Learn how having a clear structure can support you through hard conversations with yourself—and help you grow your self-trust over time. 💜 Real-life examples from Nina & Jocelyn From defining love and purpose to setting boundaries at work and in relationships, hear honest stories of applying the method in real life. 💜 Embracing your inner compass Whether you’re new to self-discovery or deep into your journey, this approach helps you make confident, clear, and courageous decisions. 💜 Join the journey We introduce how you can sign up for the first cohort of our live, guided experience through the Raising Method™—and why it might be the brave step you’ve been waiting for. 💌 Follow Raising Women:  Join our Inner Circle community newsletterConnect with us on Instagram

    25 min
  4. Your Life, Your Values, Your Terms: The Raising Method, Part 1

    05/06/2025

    Your Life, Your Values, Your Terms: The Raising Method, Part 1

    ✨ What does it really mean to live in alignment with your values? In this heartfelt episode, we unpack the power of personal values—how they guide us, shape us, and ultimately free us. Join Nina and Jocelyn in a deeply personal and thought-provoking conversation where they reflect on inherited beliefs, societal pressures, and the quiet courage it takes to redefine success, relationships, and identity.  This dialogue explores how values become a compass through life—and how defining them for yourself can lead to more clarity, authenticity, and connection. 🆕 Get introduced to The Raising Method™ A framework for navigating identity shifts and life transitions with clarity, not confusion. We start with your values: how they’re inherited, how they evolve, and how to define them on your own terms. This is our signature approach to uncovering and living by your values, and how you can join us in upcoming workshops to explore it more deeply. 🗣️ “Your values are your compass—they help you decide, define, and align your life with what truly matters.” 🎧 LISTEN IN ON THE CONVERSATION: 💜 Redefining values in your own words Learn how to move beyond vague definitions and start identifying what values truly feel aligned for you—personally and emotionally.  💜 Letting go of inherited expectations How can you honour your upbringing and culture, while still making space for what’s true for you? 💜 Navigating life transitions with clarity Explore five common turning points many women experience—and how values help you stay grounded through them.  💜 Living your values daily How small everyday decisions—at work, in relationships, or with yourself—can reflect your inner compass and build the life you want.  💌 Follow Raising Women: Join our Inner Circle community newsletterConnect with us on Instagram

    37 min
  5. From Surviving to Thriving: Small Actions That Lead to Big Change

    04/15/2025

    From Surviving to Thriving: Small Actions That Lead to Big Change

    ✨ Why do we keep accepting systems that don’t serve us? Why do we continue to push ourselves to fit into molds that don't align with who we are? In this episode, we dive deep into the power of rejecting the norms that limit us—and why embracing our own values is the true path to freedom. Nora Rahimian is an anti-capitalist business coach, community builder, and cultural strategist. She helps creatives and leaders build businesses that don’t require them to abandon their values. Her work is all about centering care, community, and joy—without compromising integrity. In this thought-provoking conversation with Nora, we explore how women, marginalized groups, and all individuals can start questioning the expectations placed upon them. From societal pressures to redefining success on your own terms, we discuss what it takes to reclaim your agency and begin living authentically. You’ll hear us reflect on what it truly means to be empowered and how small daily choices can help shift entire cultures in our work places and communities. 🗣️ “The systems of power benefit when we work harder for less. The real power is in choosing to divest from them.” 🎧 LISTEN IN ON THE CONVERSATION: 💜 Rejecting societal norms is the first step how to start questioning what we’ve been told we “should” value—and make room for our own definitions of success. 💜 Recognizing and embracing your agency. Where do you have power? How can you start using it to create change in your life and work? 💜 Breaking through imposter syndromeWhat does it mean to unlearn the “not good enough” narrative that keeps us stuck? 💜 Small actions, big shiftsHow doing the “little things” in your workspaces and communities can create transformative change—without confrontation. 💜 Building a culture of care and compassionUnderstanding that leading with care is revolutionary—and not just an emotional reaction, but an actionable choice. 💌 Follow Raising Women: Join our Inner Circle community newsletter Connect with us on Instagram

    51 min
  6. Avoiding Money Won’t Save You — Here’s What Will

    03/25/2025

    Avoiding Money Won’t Save You — Here’s What Will

    ✨ Why does money feel like freedom to some—and like a life sentence to others? Why do so many of us avoid financial decisions until we’re forced to make them? In this episode, we unpack all of it. Following our eye-opening episode 8 conversation with financial advisor Lisa Meller, we (Jocelyn & Nina) sit down for a real, vulnerable talk about money. From financial fears to the quiet shame of not knowing “enough,” we explore the emotional weight women carry around money—and what it actually takes to break free. You’ll hear our two very different stories—and how we still arrived at the same realization: avoiding money won’t save you. But facing it? That can change everything. 🗣️ “If you don’t control your money, it will control you.” 🎧 LISTEN IN ON THE CONVERSATION: 💜 Money avoidance is still a form of stressHow thinking “I’m fine” can delay the real financial growth we need. 💜 You don’t need to be a finance expertBut you do need to know enough to make your own choices—confidently and consciously. 💜 Jocelyn’s story: From zero cushion to radical responsibilityWhat it took to move from survival mode to financial independence. 💜 Nina’s story: From outsourcing to ownershipWhy being “good with money” isn’t the same as being in control. 💜 This isn’t about pressure. It’s about possibility.Why understanding money gives you more options—not just more income. 💌 Follow Raising Women: Join our Inner Circle community newsletterConnect with us on Instagram

    23 min

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Nina Talijan Hinic & Jocelyn Lee are the co-founders of Raising Women, your podcast for value-led women that shape the world. Our conversations cover important areas of womanhood the next generation of leaders need. From social change, finances, wellness, relational intelligence, leadership and service - each episode offers inspiration, perspective, and actions you can take to rise up. Our worldwide guests come with variety of experiences, incredible stories, and timeless knowledge to share. To raising women up.