WTF (Women Talk Fierce)

Women Talk Fierce Team

Three women. Three businesses. One podcast. Juggling babies, business plans, and badass dreams — all at once.

  1. 20h ago

    Root Cause Medicine: The Truth About Functional Health, GLP-1s, and Getting Answers Your Doctor Missed with Kristin Oja of STAT Wellness

    In this episode of Women Talk Fierce, Tammy and Nikki sit down with Kristin Oja — CEO and founder of STAT Wellness, the nation's first functional medicine and movement-based practice — to break down everything you need to know about functional medicine and why it's changing the healthcare game. Kristin shares her journey from ER nurse to healthcare disruptor, why she built a practice that actually listens, and how STAT Wellness is making functional medicine accessible to more than just the top 1%. In this episode, we cover: What functional medicine actually is (and how it differs from traditional care) Why your "normal" labs might not be telling the whole story The STAT Wellness Pyramid — how they approach treatment from the foundation up How Kristin went from selling furniture and living on her sister's floor to 10,000+ patients across 7 locations Getting sued the day she received her Certificate of Occupancy — and what she took from it The biggest wellness myths she wants to burn to the ground (hint: it's not about supplements or peptides) The truth about Ozempic and GLP-1s — are they helpful or harmful? How STAT Wellness makes functional medicine affordable at $185/month Services for kids: ADD/ADHD, eczema, digestive issues, and more Connect with Kristin & STAT Wellness: Website: statwellness.com Book a FREE 15-minute provider consultation at statwellness.com Connect with Women Talk Fierce: Website: womentalkfierce.com Available on all major podcast platforms, social media, and YouTube

    29 min
  2. 6d ago

    The Hard Seasons Nobody Talks About

    What do you do when life falls apart? When business slows down, relationships feel heavy, unexpected challenges hit, and it seems like everything is happening at once, how do you keep moving forward? In this deeply honest episode of Women Talk Fierce, we dive into what happens when life and business both decide to test you at the same time. Each of us shares how we personally respond to difficult seasons, whether that means retreating inward, taking action, leaning into faith, pushing forward, or simply surviving one day at a time. We talk about overwhelm, resilience, entrepreneurship, emotional processing, support systems, and the lessons we've learned from navigating some of our hardest chapters. This conversation is a reminder that setbacks happen to everyone. The difference is how we move through them. If you're currently facing a difficult season, this episode is for you. In This Episode We Discuss: How we react when life gets overwhelmingThe difference between processing and avoidingFaith, resilience, and navigating uncertaintyWhy support systems matter during hard seasonsThe dangers of trying to control everythingEntrepreneurship during difficult personal challengesLearning to trust yourself when things feel unstableWhy tomorrow can truly be a better dayKey Takeaways ✨ Give yourself permission to feel your feelings. ✨ Don't stay stuck in the struggle longer than necessary. ✨ Everyone is fighting a battle you may not see. ✨ Support, community, and connection matter more than ever during difficult seasons. ✨ Often, the breakthrough comes right after the breakdown. Connect With Women Talk Fierce 🌐 Website: www.womentalkfierce.com 💜 Join our networking community and experience one complimentary session with our incredible group of women. 🎙️ Interested in being a podcast guest? Applications are now open.

    20 min
  3. Jun 11

    Authenticity vs Algorithms: The Social Media Struggle Is Real

    Social media. Love it or hate it, it's become part of doing business. In this episode of Women Talk Fierce, we pull back the curtain on our own experiences with content creation, social media, personal branding, and the sometimes awkward reality of putting yourself out there online. From embarrassing TikToks and cringe-worthy trends to influencer culture, authenticity, and the pressure to constantly create content, we have an honest conversation about what it really feels like to show up online as business owners. We explore how our different generations view social media, why some platforms feel natural while others feel exhausting, and how storytelling often matters more than perfectly curated content. Along the way, we talk about influencer culture, LinkedIn frustrations, AI-generated content, oversharing online, and the balance between building a business and staying true to yourself. If you've ever questioned what to post, wondered if anyone is watching, or felt uncomfortable trying to fit into someone else's content strategy, this episode is for you. In This Episode We Discuss: The most embarrassing things we've done for contentWhy social media feels different at every stage of lifeAuthenticity versus following trendsInfluencer culture and whether it's really for everyoneHow storytelling builds stronger connections than sales tacticsThe role of AI in content creationWhy some social media content feels genuine and some doesn'tOversharing, boundaries, and what belongs onlineLinkedIn, Instagram, TikTok, Threads, and the different personalities of each platform Favorite Quote People aren't buying the product. They're buying you." Connect With Women Talk Fierce 🌐 www.womentalkfierce.com Join our growing community of women navigating business, motherhood, leadership, and life together. Interested in joining the network? Visit our website to schedule your complimentary sit-in session.

    27 min
  4. Jun 4

    The Advice We Wish We Had at 25

    Who was the woman you needed at 25? And more importantly, are you becoming that woman for someone else? In this episode of Women Talk Fierce, we dive into mentorship, personal growth, and the lessons we wish someone had taught us earlier. From entrepreneurship and confidence to friendship, leadership, and learning to stop caring what everyone thinks, this conversation explores the wisdom that only comes with experience. The three hosts share very different perspectives on what mentorship means. Is it coaching? Leading by example? Helping others avoid mistakes? Or simply being willing to share what you've learned? Along the way, they reflect on the conversations they wish they could have had with their younger selves and the advice that might have changed everything. This episode is a reminder that mentorship does not always happen in formal coaching relationships. Sometimes it happens through conversations, examples, failures, and showing up authentically. In This Episode, We Discuss: What mentorship really looks like in business and lifeThe advice we wish we had received at 25Why experience is one of the greatest gifts you can shareLearning to stop worrying about what other people thinkHow entrepreneurs can accidentally take the long roadThe importance of leading by exampleWhy failure is often the best teacherThe role mentorship plays in personal and professional growthKey Takeaways: You do not have to be a formal coach to be a mentor.The lessons that seem obvious now were often learned the hard way.Confidence comes when you stop living for other people's approval.Sharing your experiences can change someone else's trajectory. Memorable Moments: ✔ The three completely different interpretations of the same mentorship question✔ The advice each host would give her younger self✔ Why trying to please everyone is a losing game✔ Honest conversations about entrepreneurship, growth, and social media Connect with Women Talk Fierce: Instagram: www.instagram.com/womentalkfierce 🌐 www.womentalkfierce.com 🎙️ Interested in being a guest on the podcast? Applications are currently open. Email us at womentalkfierce@gmail.com

    23 min
  5. May 28

    The Business of Surprise: Building a 10-Year Travel Brand, Letting Go of Control, and Redefining Success with Lillian Rafson

    What if the best thing for your business and your life was learning how to let go of control? In this episode of Women Talk Fierce, we sit down with Lillian Rafson, founder and CEO of Pack Up + Go, the wildly successful travel company that plans surprise vacations across the United States. From launching the company at just 23 years old with zero travel industry experience to building a nationally recognized brand featured on Inc.’s Female Founder 500 and Travel + Leisure’s A-List, Lillian shares the real behind-the-scenes journey of entrepreneurship, burnout, growth, delegation, and rediscovering what success actually means. This conversation is packed with wisdom for entrepreneurs, founders, mothers, and women trying to build businesses that support their lives instead of consume them. We also dive into: Why “Start With Why” may actually be hurting entrepreneursThe difference between growth and sustainable successThe power of delegation and operational supportHow social media can distort our definition of achievementThe importance of defining personal goals before building a businessWhy healthy businesses do not always need explosive growthWhat it takes to build a company that can operate without youAnd of course, we talk about surprise vacations, incredible customer stories, travel disasters, and how Pack Up + Go became one of the most unique travel concepts in the country. In This Episode, We Cover: How Pack Up + Go plans surprise vacationsThe story behind launching the company at 23The accidental business idea that changed everythingBurnout, hospitalization, and learning to delegateBuilding systems that allow founders to step awayEntrepreneurship advice that does more harm than goodWhy clarity matters more than hustleHow to build a business aligned with your real goals Key Takeaway: Success is not about chasing someone else’s definition of growth. It is about building a business and life that actually align with what you want. Connect with Lillian Rafson & Pack Up + Go: Website: https://www.packupgo.comInstagram: @packupgo_travelTikTok: @packupgo_travelFacebook: Pack Up + Go Connect with Women Talk Fierce: Website: www.womentalkfierce.com

    28 min
  6. May 7

    Breaking the LinkedIn Rules: How Women Can Show Up Authentically and Actually Get Clients with Molly Lowe

    In this episode of Women Talk Fierce, we sit down with LinkedIn business coach and social selling strategist Mollie Lo for a powerful and honest conversation about what it really takes to stand out on LinkedIn. If you have ever felt like LinkedIn is too corporate, too polished, or not a place where your personality belongs, this episode will challenge everything you think you know. Mollie shares her expert insights on how women can use LinkedIn to build community, attract clients, and show up authentically without watering themselves down. From navigating online criticism to understanding how the algorithm actually works, this episode is packed with practical strategies and mindset shifts you can apply immediately. We also dive into the realities of showing up online as women, the importance of using your voice, and why trying to sound “professional” might actually be hurting your visibility and growth. In This Episode, We Cover: The biggest misconceptions about LinkedIn and professionalismHow to show up authentically without sounding like a corporate scriptWhy community building is the real LinkedIn strategyHow to handle negative comments and online trolls with confidenceThe difference between posting frequently and posting with valueHow to use comments and engagement to grow your visibilityWhy women need to take up more space on LinkedInSimple content creation tips that make posting easier and more naturalKey Takeaway: You do not need to fit into a corporate box to succeed on LinkedIn. Your voice, your perspective, and your authenticity are your greatest assets. Connect with Mollie Lo: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lotusmentoring/ Connect with Women Talk Fierce: Website: www.womentalkfierce.comEmail: womentalkfierce@gmail.com

    36 min
  7. Apr 30

    Trust Your Gut: Why Ignoring Your Intuition Is Costing You in Business and Life

    In this episode of Women Talk Fierce, we dive into a powerful and relatable topic that affects every decision we make in business and life: intuition. How many times has your gut told you something… and you ignored it anyway? From fear and doubt to overthinking and people-pleasing, we unpack why women often silence their intuition and what it actually costs us when we do. This honest conversation explores real-life examples of trusting your instincts, ignoring red flags, and learning the hard way. We also talk about how intuition shows up physically, emotionally, and energetically, and how to finally start listening to it with confidence. If you have ever second-guessed yourself, stayed too long in the wrong situation, or chased something that didn’t feel aligned, this episode will hit home. In This Episode, We Cover: Why fear and doubt cause us to ignore our intuitionHow intuition shows up in your body and your decisionsThe difference between intuition and anxietyWhy overthinking can disconnect you from your inner voiceReal examples of trusting your gut in business and relationshipsHow to stop chasing and start aligning with what feels rightThe role of boundaries in protecting your energyWhy not every opportunity is meant for youKey Takeaway: Your intuition is not random. It is guidance. The more you listen to it, the clearer your path becomes. Connect with Women Talk Fierce Website: www.womentalkfierce.comEmail: womentalkfierce@gmail.com Want to Be a Guest? Apply here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfGIk-SzJW93UKeHgfPATzLyoOyIBZW_RPL3h9xUdiJzpQ1Kw/viewform?usp=header

    31 min
  8. Apr 23

    Stop Dimming Your Light: Fitness, Midlife Confidence, and the Truth About Starting Again with Heike Yates

    What if the biggest thing holding women back in fitness, health, and life isn’t age but belief? In this episode of Women Talk Fierce, we sit down with Heike Yates, founder of Pursue Your Spark, fitness expert of over 40 years, and Pilates studio owner, to have an honest conversation about midlife health, confidence, and what it really takes to feel strong again. From debunking the biggest myths in the fitness industry to calling out the hidden ways women dim their own light, this episode is packed with truth, practical advice, and empowering perspective shifts. Heike shares how the industry often pushes dependency over capability, why you do not need fancy equipment or a gym membership to get results, and how small, consistent actions can create lasting change. We also dive into real conversations around time, stress, and the pressure women feel to always be “fine” while putting everyone else first. If you have ever felt stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure where to begin, this episode will meet you exactly where you are and help you take that first step forward. In This Episode: The most harmful fitness myths women are told in midlifeWhy you do not need equipment, a gym, or hours of time to get healthyThe real reason women struggle with consistency and accountabilityHow to create momentum with just 15 minutes a dayThe truth about Ozempic, Wegovy, and sustainable weight lossHow stress impacts your body and what to actually do about itWhat “dimming your light” looks like in everyday lifeHow to stop overthinking and finally startKey Takeaway: There is nothing more powerful than a strong woman and strength looks different on everybody. Connect with Heike Yates: Website: https://heikeyates.com/ Book: Pursue Your Spark available on Amazon and wherever books are sold Connect with Women Talk Fierce Website: www.womentalkfierce.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/womentalkfierce If you loved this episode, make sure to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with a woman who needs to hear this.And don’t forget to follow us on social media for more real conversations and powerful insights.

    39 min

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Three women. Three businesses. One podcast. Juggling babies, business plans, and badass dreams — all at once.