Just Before We Go...

Just Before We Go...
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We celebrate the power of women over 40! We have conversations with women artists, athletes, advocates & adventurers who have made a significant impact in this world. Just Before We Go is a witness to these stories and expands the narrative for women at midlife and beyond. The Just Before We Go moment is what happens when you can't seem to end a conversation with a dear friend..."Wait! Just before we go, I forgot to tell you..." and then you proceed to talk for 45 more minutes about the good stuff. Join us where we start our conversations at the proverbial end, learn a ton and laugh a lot!

  1. 1D AGO

    Not “Just a Mom” - Sheila Morovati on the power of Imperfect Environmentalism

    What can’t moms do?? In this episode, Hilary and Myra sit down with published author and non-profit founder Sheila Morovati to talk about the power of ONE. One mom. One person. BIG CHANGE. You don’t want to miss her easy-to- follow tips for being a big change-making Imperfect Environmentalist. Her story as a woman leader is nothing short of inspiring. Sheila M. Morovati is the founder of two international nonprofit organizations, Crayon Collection and Habits of Waste and the author of Imperfect Environmentalist. With a degree in Sociology from UCLA, she leverages human behavior and social dynamics to create accessible and innovative climate solutions. Sheila’s impactful contributions include pioneering global legislation, notably the world’s first ban on single-use plastic straws and cutlery. She has fostered systemic change by targeting major corporations, giving everyday individuals the power to make better choices for the planet and inspiring meaningful activism. Her work has been credited with diverting billions of pieces of single-use plastic from the waste stream. She has been featured in People magazine, the LA Times, Buzzfeed, Forbes, Huffington Post, and has appeared on TV shows such as the Kelly Clarkson Show and CBS Sunday Morning. Sheila was born in Tehran, Iran, and immigrated to the US in 1979. She lives in Los Angeles with her husband and two children. Buy Sheila’s book at Homepage - Imperfect Environmentalist Learn more about Sheila’s work at About | Habits of Waste & Crayon Recycling Charity – Crayon Collection Home | Crayon Collection Just Before We Go is produced by ⁠Myra Mae Studios⁠ and ⁠Real Girl Athletics⁠ SUPPORT the production of content for women over 40 by ⁠buying Hilary and Myra a coffee⁠ and FOLLOW Just Before We Go on Instagram Theme song is written by Dave Ellis and performed by ⁠Dave Ellis and the Hopeless Sinners

    53 min

  2. JAN 28

    Sarah Canney: Winter Sports and Writing for Renewal - The Pivoting Entrepreneur

    How to live with alignment. That’s one of the huge gifts we received from our conversation with Sarah Canney, running & adventure coach, snowshoe running bronze-medalist, writer and mother of three. In this episode, Sarah reveals how she turned dreams into business, the power of reclaiming feminism through motherhood and how outdoor adventuring ignites her spirit. Bonus points if you listen to this episode in the morning light (you’ll soon find out what we mean!).  Sarah Canney is a former English teacher who leveraged her love of writing and running to create Rise Run Retreat, one of the premier women’s running retreats in the US. A decade later, she has pivoted back to her writing roots and is building a community over on Substack with her weekly newsletter Out of Bounds where she explores life outside the lines. Sarah’s writing has appeared in multiple publications including Women’s Running Magazine, Runner’s World, Outside, The New York Times and the Washington Post. Sarah’s fiction was a semifinalist for the pilot filming of America’s Next Great Author and was long-listed for the Tall Poppy Writers fiction pitch contest. Sarah lives with her husband and three children in rural New Hampshire, where she is attempting to grow as many lupines as possible. Learn more about Sarah’s work here: Sarah Canney Just Before We Go is produced by ⁠Myra Mae Studios⁠ and ⁠Real Girl Athletics⁠ SUPPORT the production of content for women over 40 by ⁠buying Hilary and Myra a coffee⁠ and FOLLOW Just Before We Go on Instagram Theme song is written by Dave Ellis and performed by ⁠Dave Ellis and the Hopeless Sinners

    54 min

  3. JAN 15

    What do the Seattle Kraken, local arts and philanthropy have in common? Our special guest, Mari Horita!

    This episode brings you behind the scenes of Mari’s professional journey to the NHL’s Seattle Kraken organization and why she is driven by connection and impact. How does she keep the momentum going and still have room for lightness and laughter? Listen in and get inspired! Mari Horita is Senior Vice President of Social Impact & Civic Affairs for the Seattle Kraken and Executive Director of One Roof Foundation. She leads the development and implementation of the social impact, philanthropic and community engagement vision and strategy for the Seattle Kraken and Climate Pledge Arena. Prior to joining the Kraken, Mari was president and CEO of ArtsFund, where she led the organization's strategic transition to better represent and serve the evolving population and arts community in the Puget Sound Region. She has served on a number of nonprofit boards including the United Way of King County, Seattle Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce, Asian Bar Association of Washington, YouthCare and the Seattle Foundation. She currently co-chairs the Board DE&I Committee for the Downtown Seattle Association and serves on the Boards of the University of Washington Foundation and the Seattle Art Museum. Mari has played violin with the Vina Musica String Quartet for the past 25 years and before that performed with the Seattle Youth Symphony, Denver Philharmonic and the Vancouver Academy of Music Orchestra.   Just Before We Go is produced by ⁠Myra Mae Studios⁠ and ⁠Real Girl Athletics⁠ SUPPORT the production of content for women over 40 by ⁠buying Hilary and Myra a coffee⁠ and FOLLOW Just Before We Go on Instagram Theme song is written by Dave Ellis and performed by ⁠Dave Ellis and the Hopeless Sinners

    55 min

  4. JAN 2

    Happy New Year to our Listeners!

    Ya Gotta Laugh or Quit  - Goodbye 2025!  Recorded Wednesday Dec. 31, 2025 Join us for our live NYE beach walk on Whidbey Island! Your JBWG co-hosts thank you for supporting our podcast with this joyous Auld Lang Syne moment as we wish 2025 a very merry sssso-long and welcome 2026 with a happy-go-lucky neigh! Let's look the year-of-the-fire-horse in the mouth and acknowledge that, outside of creating this super fun podcast, 2025 was a difficult year. So, join us for this short episode full of dogs, laughs and gratitude. Because, if there's one thing we know for sure, we're not quitting! So we might as well laugh. Cheers! Myra & Hilary Just Before We Go is produced by ⁠Myra Mae Studios⁠ and ⁠Real Girl Athletics⁠ SUPPORT the production of content for women over 40 by ⁠buying Hilary and Myra a coffee⁠ and FOLLOW Just Before We Go on Instagram Theme song is written by Dave Ellis and performed by ⁠Dave Ellis and the Hopeless Sinners

    9 min

  5. 12/18/2025

    The Accidental Advocate - Grace Under Pressure with Lenice Emanuel

    Lenice is a bright, infectious energy who motivates and ignites hope. Her career is awe-inspiring; she is a friend, collaborator, childcare activist, community builder and champion for gender and race equity. She brings people together and we are thrilled she joined us on the pod to include YOU, our listeners, in this conversation about expanding our collective vision for women’s empowerment.  Lenice Emanuel is a speaker, writer, and race & gender equity activist. She has over 25 years of leadership in nonprofit management, government, fund development, and community relations. She is a Climate Reality Leader and part of a corps of advocates and influencers in 152 countries, trained by former Vice President Al Gore. She holds a Master of Liberal Arts degree in leadership and ethics from Spring Hill College, and certification from Cornell University. As Executive Director of the Alabama Institute for Social Justice (AISJ), she works to empower women, and people of color, and address poverty in marginalized communities through childcare advocacy, voter engagement, gender equity, grassroots organizing, environmental justice, and racial healing. In this capacity, she leads The Alabama Movement for Child Care™, where she works to organize childcare providers across Alabama’s Black Belt region, to ensure a more equitable childcare system for minorities and women. She has facilitated racial healing & reconciliation community learning forums for thousands in Alabama and is dedicated to bringing diverse groups together to advance a more just society. Content advisory: This episode contains discussion around the construct of racial violence and violence against women. Learn more about Lenice and support her work at the Alabama Institute for Social Justice Just Before We Go is produced by ⁠Myra Mae Studios⁠ and ⁠Real Girl Athletics⁠ SUPPORT the production of content for women over 40 by ⁠buying Hilary and Myra a coffee⁠ and FOLLOW Just Before We Go on Instagram Theme song is written by Dave Ellis and performed by ⁠Dave Ellis and the Hopeless Sinners

    50 min

  6. 12/03/2025

    Shadow Knows - The Real Meow from Shadow the Cat

    We’ve been talking about it, and now we just went ahead and did it. We were curious what would happen if we actually put our feline friend on the mic…because she always has a lot to say. Meet Shadow, a 17-year-old gray tabby who recently looked death in the face and defied it. You’ll hear straight from the cat’s mouth her expressions on comforts, hardships, friendships and animal relationships.  Shadow is someone very special. She was found abandoned as a kitten, huddled in the snow next to her sister. Her cat-Dad David rescued them, and she has been the queen of the household with my friends Annie and David ever since. She enjoys eating and sleeping, sunbathing on the patio furniture when the weather is nice and snoring mightily when deep in slumber. Shadow is deaf, but she loves to talk and listens with her whole body. Her wide, green eyes command treats; she has a fabulous, chunky stomach that sways when she walks...er... waddles. Her turnout would lead you to believe she was a ballet dancer in her former life. She'll announce her entrance into a room like a diva, especially at 4am when she might spend the rest of the morning sleeping on your face or walking your body like a plank. Her purr could heal the whole neighborhood, and her sweetness will melt your heart. She is 84 years young in cat years and has been there for Hilary during many difficult times. A steadfast friend. Please enjoy our tribute to Shadow the cat. (Wait...does that make her our podcat??) And Just Before We Go…season two is coming soon! Just Before We Go is produced by ⁠Myra Mae Studios⁠ and ⁠Real Girl Athletics⁠ SUPPORT the production of content for women over 40 by ⁠buying Hilary and Myra a coffee⁠ and FOLLOW Just Before We Go on Instagram Theme song is written by Dave Ellis and performed by ⁠Dave Ellis and the Hopeless Sinners We deeply appreciate your positive ratings and reviews! Thank you for being here.

    12 min

  7. 11/19/2025

    A Ripple of YES - inside the heart of champion boxer, Dakota Stone

    Well, we cried at least 4 times during this one! Dakota is one heck of an inspiring person. In this episode, Myra and Hilary get the inside scoop on Dakota’s path to becoming a pro boxer, what it takes to get inside the ring, her journey with mental health, her perspective on her fights with Christy Martin (and other powerhouse boxers!) and the healing power of community at her boxing gym, Solid Stone. You will be ready to don your own pair of gloves after this one! Either metaphorically or for real… Dakota Stone is a national champion boxer. She won a gold medal at the first international women’s boxing competition in Finland and was one of the top 10 women boxers in the world for a decade. Her win against world champion, Christy Martin, was broadcast on HBO. When she retired from boxing, she transitioned into full time coaching. Dakota started Solid Stone Boxing gym in 2012 which she operates with her wife Lauren. Their goal is to give back to their community, and the gym includes specific classes for women only (& non-binary folks) and people diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease. Solid Stone offers a safe space for people of all genders, physical abilities and goals for personal improvement. Learn more about Dakota and train with her at Solid Stone Boxing Gym and connect with her on Instagram Just Before We Go is produced by ⁠Myra Mae Studios⁠ and ⁠Real Girl Athletics⁠ SUPPORT the production of content for women over 40 by ⁠buying Hilary and Myra a coffee⁠ and FOLLOW Just Before We Go on Instagram Theme song is written by Dave Ellis and performed by ⁠Dave Ellis and the Hopeless Sinners

    55 min

  8. 11/13/2025

    Meet the women behind the mics! - Inside the creation of JBWG’s women-centered content with Myra Platt & Hilary Pickles

    Get inspired to take your own creative journey! In this episode, Hilary and Myra interview each other, divulging how and why this podcast came to be and sharing insight from their individual life experiences. This snapshot of their journey to create content with an impact is full of humor and perspective. Their mission to expand the narrative for women over 40 is ever at the forefront of their ambitions! Anyone out there starting their own entrepreneurial journey? If so, you know that starting a business or creative venture is hard…and so badass! Whether you are creating by yourself, alongside a creative partner, or just thinking about creating something new and beautiful in this world, we celebrate you. We celebrate your friendships. And today, we invite you into ours. And into our recording fort! (You’ll know what we mean once you listen to the episode…). We hope you enjoy getting to know us a little better! And we’d love to get to know you and see your faces on our Instagram  and  Buy Me A Coffee pages 😊 Every follow on our social media and podcast platforms helps build visibility for the stories we are sharing. Please join our community, FOLLOW & SUBSCRIBE and drop us a line! THANK YOU for supporting our 5 inaugural episodes!! We appreciate you. Just Before We Go is produced by ⁠Myra Mae Studios⁠ and ⁠Real Girl Athletics⁠ Support the production of content for women over 40 by ⁠buying Hilary and Myra a coffee⁠! Theme song is written by Dave Ellis and performed by ⁠Dave Ellis and the Hopeless Sinners

    36 min
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We celebrate the power of women over 40! We have conversations with women artists, athletes, advocates & adventurers who have made a significant impact in this world. Just Before We Go is a witness to these stories and expands the narrative for women at midlife and beyond. The Just Before We Go moment is what happens when you can't seem to end a conversation with a dear friend..."Wait! Just before we go, I forgot to tell you..." and then you proceed to talk for 45 more minutes about the good stuff. Join us where we start our conversations at the proverbial end, learn a ton and laugh a lot!

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  • Creator
    Just Before We Go...
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    13
  • Rating
    Explicit
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