Empowered Conversations

Precious Dee

Welcome to Empowered Conversations, a podcast where we dive into real, unfiltered conversations about life, health and career. I'm Precious Dee. This show is for people who are building lives on their own terms while managing real constraints – career pivots, health challenges, family expectations. People who refuse to wait for permission to live with purpose. We're talking honest chats, inspiring stories and motivation. Join us as we explore what it means to be empowered, and how we can support each other, one conversation at a time.

  1. 1d ago

    Redefining Success for Women in Leadership – Dr. Cynthia Coy

    Have you ever achieved everything you set out to achieve—and still felt empty? Maybe you've climbed the ladder, checked the boxes, and reached the goals. On paper, you're successful. But inside, you're exhausted. Overwhelmed. Running on empty. Dr. Cynthia Coy is the Founder and CEO of Uncaged Solutions, a leadership development and executive coaching firm helping high-achieving women move from overwhelm to overflow . She's a retired Air Force officer, certified John Maxwell Coach, and the creator of the F.R.E.S.H. framework—Financial, Relational, Emotional, Spiritual, and Holistic alignment . Her mission is simple: help women lead with clarity, confidence, and purpose—without losing themselves in the process . In this episode of Empowered Conversations, we talk about: · Cynthia's journey from the Air Force to executive coaching · What it means to move from overwhelm to overflow · The F.R.E.S.H. framework for sustainable leadership · Why emotional intelligence is strategic, not "soft" · How to integrate faith and values into professional success · Building cultures that prevent burnout, not reward it · One truth for any woman feeling caged in her leadership If you've been running on empty and wondering if success is supposed to feel this hard—this conversation is for you. You don't have to lose yourself to lead well. Freedom fuels influence, and alignment creates overflow. Connect with Dr. Cynthia Coy 🌐 Website: uncagedsolutions.com 📱 Social: @drcynthiacoy (Facebook, YouTube, Instagram, LinkedIn)

  2. 1d ago

    The Voice You Were Told to Tame: Reclaiming Authenticity and Sass – Amy Lou Jenkins

    For years, Amy Lou Jenkins mistook compliance for kindness and silence for respect. The world told her voice was too much—too direct, too emotional, too alive—and she believed it. Then she started walking in the woods with her son, writing down what she saw and felt. And the natural world began telling her a different story . Amy Lou Jenkins is an award-winning, best-selling author, teacher, and advocate for authentic voice. She holds an MFA in Literature and Writing and a BSN in Nursing and Professional Communication . She's published four books, with another just completed—The Alchemy of Sass: A Memoir of Becoming and Belonging, forthcoming Spring 2027 . In this episode of Empowered Conversations, we talk about: · Amy Lou's journey from silence to voice · How nature became a mirror for authenticity · The lies and assumptions women inherit · Why "sass" is a form of liberation · What happens when women jettison their power · How journaling and writing can help reclaim your truth · One truth for anyone who's been told they're "too much" If you've ever been told you're "too much"—or you've silenced yourself to keep the peace—this conversation is for you. The voice you were told to tame might be the very thing that sets you free. Connect with Amy Lou Jenkins 🌐 Website: amyloujenkins.com 📖 Books: Every Natural Fact, Friends, Corners, Single Scull Rowing, The Alchemy of Sass (forthcoming) 📱 Social: @amyloujenkins (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, X) 💡 Free Download: Join the LitFriends list at amyloujenkins.com/belong to receive a free copy of Every Natural Fact

  3. 1d ago

    Jesus Wants All of You—Even the Parts You're Ashamed Of – Jeff Dalton

    What if everything you've been taught about faith is wrong? What if the pressure to be perfect, to have it all together, to smile through the pain—is actually keeping you from the very healing you're desperate for? Jeff Dalton has been rejected by churches, told he wasn't good enough, and even told he couldn't preach because of his bipolar disorder. He's experienced the dark side of Americanized Christianity—where if you don't have the right image, the right marriage, the right success, you're out. But through it all, he discovered something that changed everything: Jesus wants all of us. Not the polished version. Not the filtered version. The real version. In this episode of Empowered Conversations, we talk about: · Jeff's journey from church hurt to real faith · Why mental illness is not a sign of weak faith · How poetry became a lifeline for healing · What it really means to be honest with Jesus · Why you can't heal what you don't acknowledge · One truth for anyone who's been rejected by the church If you've ever felt like you don't belong in church—or like your struggles disqualify you from God's love—this conversation is for you. Real faith isn't pretending to be perfect—it's being completely real with Jesus in the middle of our mess and pain. Connect with Jeff Dalton 📖 Book: Expressions of the Heart Poems and Devotionals – Available on Amazon 📱 Social: @jeffdaltonauthor (Facebook, YouTube, Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok)

  4. 1d ago

    Build a Life That Outlives Achievement: The Legacy Alignment System – Albert Butler

    What if the secret to building a lasting legacy wasn't just about how much money you make—but about how well you align your purpose, your finances, and your life? Albert Butler is a CPA, MBA, author, and creator of the Legacy Alignment System. He's been recognized as a Forbes Best-In-State CPA, featured in Yahoo Finance, and honored by Marquis Who's Who for his leadership in accounting and strategic financial advisory . His book, LIFE: Truth, Love, Loss, Success & Failure, blends financial wisdom, fatherhood, faith, and leadership into a practical message about building a life that outlives achievement . His philosophy is simple: Accounting is the heartbeat of business and the key to personal finance success . In this episode of Empowered Conversations, we talk about: · What inspired Albert to write his book · Why "Accounting is the heartbeat of business" · The Legacy Alignment System—connecting purpose, governance, and financial clarity · The meaning behind "I Can Because I Will" · The PAR framework: Plan, Act, Review · Fatherhood, legacy, and generational wealth · One takeaway for every family If you're ready to stop chasing success without alignment—and start building a life and legacy that endures—this conversation is for you. Success without alignment is hollow. Build a life that outlives achievement. Connect with Albert Butler 📖 Book: LIFE: Truth, Love, Loss, Success & Failure – Available on Amazon 🌐 Website: albertbutler.com/about 📱 Social: @albertbutlercpa (Facebook, YouTube, Instagram, LinkedIn, X, TikTok)

  5. 2d ago

    Cultural Bridge Building: Creating Inclusive Spaces Where Everyone Belongs – Mathias Lemos Castillo

    We live in a world that's more connected than ever—and yet, more divided than ever. In our workplaces, our communities, and our lives, we're surrounded by people from different cultures, backgrounds, and perspectives. But connection doesn't happen automatically. It takes intention, skill, and courage to build bridges across the divides that separate us. Mathias Lemos Castillo is a dynamic community engagement consultant and cultural bridge-builder who helps organizations foster meaningful connections across diverse communities . As the founder of MLC Consulting, he works with organizations to develop cultural competency, workplace inclusion strategies, and community engagement initiatives. In this episode of Empowered Conversations, we talk about: · Mathias's journey from Uruguay to the U.S. and how it shaped his perspective · The difference between diversity and true inclusion · What "intentional community engagement" means—and why it matters · How to bridge cultural differences in professional settings · Creating safe spaces for honest, difficult conversations · Why curiosity is more powerful than judgment in cross-cultural communication · The future of DEI and community engagement If you're ready to build bridges instead of walls—this conversation is for you. True inclusion isn't about making everyone the same—it's about creating a space where everyone can bring their full selves and contribute fully. Connect with Mathias Lemos Castillo 🌐 LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/mlemoscastillo 💡 Consulting: MLC Consulting

  6. 2d ago

    Why Treating People Well Is the Highest-ROI Decision You'll Ever Make – Todd Krause

    He spent two decades in corporate finance, building a $2B fund administration firm and helping launch a $14B business unit at Bank of America. Then he lost his job in March 2020 and bought a struggling cleaning company. Instead of cutting costs, he treated his team with dignity—and grew the business from $1.6M to $4M in two years. Todd Krause is a CPA, MBA, TEDx speaker, and founder of Silversun Consulting. His work proves that investing in people isn't the soft choice—it's the mechanism that produces sustainable profit. In this episode of Empowered Conversations, we talk about: · Todd's journey from corporate finance to business ownership · How treating people with dignity added $320,000 to the bottom line · The three major profit leaks that keep businesses stuck · The L.E.A.D. Framework to escape the founder bottleneck · Building accountability without creating a culture of fear · Why employee turnover and customer churn are the same problem in disguise · One thing you can do today to start building a culture that drives profit If you're a business owner tired of being the bottleneck—or a leader wondering if culture really affects the bottom line—this conversation is for you. Treat people with dignity. Watch your profits follow. They were never in tension. Connect with Todd Krause 🌐 Website: silversunconsulting.com 💡 Free Resource: 30-minute Business Growth Diagnostic – calendly.com/d/d2c9-s3g-m93 📱 Social: @toddakrause (LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, X)

  7. 4d ago

    Creative Cultural Expression through the Power of Voice – Kneet Music

    Imagine being a fifth-generation Thai Sikh, born and raised in Bangkok, carrying Indian blood but Thai mannerisms—belonging to two worlds but fully accepted by neither . Now imagine finding your voice through music against all odds—and building a life and career as an independent artist in New York City. Kneet is a global independent artist, singer-songwriter, advocate, and founder of Protect Children NY. Her breakout single "RISE" hit #1 on the Apple Music video charts and appeared on a Times Square billboard . Her newest single, "Bangkok to New York," tells the story of the journey from her roots in Thailand to the life and dreams she has built in New York . Alongside her music, Kneet holds a Master's in Developmental Psychology and is deeply committed to amplifying voices, particularly around healing, dignity, and the well-being of women and children . In this episode of Empowered Conversations, we talk about: · Kneet's journey of cultural identity—Indian by blood, Thai by birth · Finding her voice in a culture where women were expected to be silent · The story behind her breakout single "RISE" and hitting #1 on Apple Music · How creativity becomes a tool for healing when words alone aren't enough · The moment that forced her to stop surviving and start choosing herself · Motherhood, advocacy, and founding Protect Children NY · Her newest single, "Bangkok to New York" · One truth for anyone who's ever felt like they don't belong If you've ever felt like you don't quite belong anywhere—or wondered how to reclaim your voice when life tries to silence you—this conversation is for you. Your voice is not something you're given—it's something you claim. Connect with Kneet 🌐 Website: kneetmusic.com 💡 Linktree: linktr.ee/kneetmusic 📱 Social: @kneetmusic (Facebook, YouTube, Instagram) 🔗 Advocacy: Protect Children NY – change.org/ProtectChildrenNY

  8. 4d ago

    How to Stop Losing Yourself in Marriage – Veronica L. Nabizadeh

    She became a relationship expert the day her four-year-old daughter whispered, "Mommy, please make the arguing stop." That moment cracked her open and sent her on a 20-year journey to understand why good people end up in painful marriages—and how to help them find clarity. Veronica L. Nabizadeh, Esq. is The Battle-Weary Wife Whisperer—an author, attorney, Supreme Court Certified Florida Family Mediator, and Relational Life Therapy coach. Her signature Stop, Drop, and Roll, Baby!® technique has helped countless women de-escalate conflict, regulate their nervous systems, and access clarity around the stay-or-go decision. In this episode of Empowered Conversations, we talk about: · The moment that changed everything · How to tell a rough patch from a painful pattern · The stay-or-go decision: how to know when to rebuild and when to leave · The top 3 signs you're abandoning yourself · What to do when he won't go to therapy · The Stop, Drop, and Roll, Baby!® technique · Practical tools for setting fierce boundaries and reclaiming yourself If you've been suffering in silence—this conversation is for you. Clarity comes from stillness—not desperation. Connect with Veronica L. Nabizadeh, Esq. 🌐 Website: marriagerelationshiprestart.com 📖 Book: Don't Throw in the Towel Yet! If It's Worth Fighting About, It's Worth Fixing 📱 Social: @veronicanabizadeh (Facebook) ✍️ Blog: Marriage War & Peace

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Welcome to Empowered Conversations, a podcast where we dive into real, unfiltered conversations about life, health and career. I'm Precious Dee. This show is for people who are building lives on their own terms while managing real constraints – career pivots, health challenges, family expectations. People who refuse to wait for permission to live with purpose. We're talking honest chats, inspiring stories and motivation. Join us as we explore what it means to be empowered, and how we can support each other, one conversation at a time.

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  • Creator
    Precious Dee
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    414
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © Precious Dee
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    Empowered Conversations