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Pursuing your future doesn’t end at 40, in fact, it may mark the beginning of knowing who you are, what you’re capable of and what you really want. But knowing what’s next and how to get there can be a challenge—especially when old narratives play on repeat. I’ve come to believe that the best way to understand your possibilities is in hearing from others—what they have done and how they have done it.LIBERTY ROAD is here to share stories so that you can consider your possibilities, pursue your purpose and move into your future with intention.
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Pursuing your future doesn’t end at 40, in fact, it may mark the beginning of knowing who you are, what you’re capable of and what you really want. But knowing what’s next and how to get there can be a challenge—especially when old narratives play on repeat. I’ve come to believe that the best way to understand your possibilities is in hearing from others—what they have done and how they have done it.LIBERTY ROAD is here to share stories so that you can consider your possibilities, pursue your purpose and move into your future with intention.
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    101. What Happens When Boredom, Authenticity, and Innovation Intersect: Garance Doré and Emily Yeston

    101. What Happens When Boredom, Authenticity, and Innovation Intersect: Garance Doré and Emily Yeston

    Garance Doré is an internationally celebrated writer, illustrator, media creative, and author of the New York Times bestseller Love Style Life. She is the co-founder and creative director of the made-in-France skincare collection Doré, which she launched with Emily Yeston. Since 2006, Garance has created a unique blend of photos, videos, illustrations, and essays featuring her distinctive perspective, published on her eponymous lifestyle platform. She was the co-recipient of the CFDA Eugenia Sheppard Media Award in 2012 and has been profiled in many international media outlets.
    Emily Yeston is the co-founder and CEO of Doré. She and Garance worked closely for five years, building Garance's eponymous platform into a thriving digital media property. In 2016, Emily became Garance's business partner and continued to be instrumental in their media platform with an ever-increasing international audience. In 2020, Emily partnered with Garance to launch Doré to bring clean, gentle, and effective French skincare with a focus on sustainability and inclusivity to everyone.
    In this episode, Nada chats with Emily and Garance to discuss everything from building Doré to their business partnership to running a popular lifestyle platform. They go deep, talking about how, after a not-so-silent retreat and a pandemic pause, the duo ventured into the pharmacy skincare space. With Garance's openness and transparency, alongside Emily's intuition and logic, it's no surprise that Doré has found success as an essential, simple, and trusted skincare brand.
    Check out Doré’s website. Be sure to add what Emily and Garance are reading to your bookshelf: Shoe Dog by Phil Knight and In Pursuit of Happiness by Stacey Duguid. Listen here to Nada and Garance’s first interview in 2022. Follow on Instagram at: @doré
    Please follow us at @thisislibertyroad on Instagram; we want to share and connect with you and hear your thoughts and comments. Please rate and review this podcast. It helps to know if these conversations inspire and equip you to consider your possibilities and lean into your future with intention. If you are interested in learning even more from the experts on this podcast, please consider joining us in After School, Liberty Road's new membership community.

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    • 58 min
    100. What You Need to Know About Your Health: Expert Dr. Sharon Malon

    100. What You Need to Know About Your Health: Expert Dr. Sharon Malon

    Dr. Sharon Malone is a nationally known expert in women’s health and the author of Grown Woman Talk. She is the Chief Medical Advisor at Alloy Women’s Health, a telehealth company that focuses on women over 40. Before joining Alloy, Dr. Malone was a partner at one of the oldest and most successful OB/GYN medical practices in Washington, D.C. She is board-certified by the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists and certified by the North American Menopause Society as a Certified National Menopause Practitioner. Throughout her professional career, she has been active in advocating for reproductive rights, reducing teen pregnancy, and eliminating health care disparities.
    In this episode, Nada sits down with Dr. Sharon Malone (or Dr. Sharon as she prefers) to discuss her book, Grown Women Talk: Your Guide to Getting and Staying Healthy, and her work as CMO with Alloy Women’s Health. Dr. Sharon is setting the record straight, from the history of women’s health research and the importance of self-advocacy to the impact of our genetics and hormone therapy. She dives head first into the history and lack of meaningful research from the medical community and the damage it’s left on women, especially black women in America. Her 30 years as an OB/GYN and her experience as a black woman give her insight into a population that has been grossly underserved. She unpacks the impact and offers solutions. The interview feels like a kitchen table conversation with your big sister, who happens to be a doctor. She does not sugarcoat the facts, but her signature warmth and playful attitude make it easy to consume. 
    Learn more about Dr. Sharon’s work at myalloy, and do yourself a favor and grab a copy of Grown Women Talk: Your Guide to Getting and Staying Healthy. Follow on Instagram: @smalonemd
    Please follow us at @thisislibertyroad on Instagram; we want to share and connect with you and hear your thoughts and comments. Please rate and review this podcast. It helps to know if these conversations inspire and equip you to consider your possibilities and lean into your future with intention. If you are interested in learning even more from the experts on this podcast, please consider joining us in After School, Liberty Road's new membership community.

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    • 48 min
    99. What Happens When You Notice: Willow Older and Deborah Huber

    99. What Happens When You Notice: Willow Older and Deborah Huber

    Willow Older and Deborah Huber are the founders of the Today I Noticed mindfulness practice and authors of Today I Noticed: A Little Book of Mindfulness that Will Change the Way You See the World. They also run Today I Noticed workshops for conferences, retreats, and corporations. Willow is a professional writer and editor, and Deborah has spent her career in creative and management roles in the tech industry. Long-time friends Deborah and Willow love hiking the trails of Marin County and imagining themselves swimming in the chilly SF Bay (but know they never will).
    In this episode, Nada sits down with Willow and Deb to talk about the daily practice of noticing; they call this practice a TIN—(Today I Noticed). They describe TINs as small moments of recognition and connection that, over time, can profoundly impact how we view ourselves and those within our community. The duo tells Nada how their friendship stumbled onto this practice and what led them to begin hosting workshops, coaching, and eventually, authorship. 
    Check out the Today I Noticed website. Willow recommends adding Yellow Face by R. F. Kuang, The Bee Sting by Paul Murray, and The Expectant Detectives by Kat Ailes to your bookshelf. Follow on Instagram: @today.i.noticed
    Please follow us at @thisislibertyroad on Instagram; we want to share and connect with you and hear your thoughts and comments. Please rate and review this podcast. It helps to know if these conversations inspire and equip you to consider your possibilities and lean into your future with intention. If you are interested in learning even more from the experts on this podcast, please consider joining us in After School, Liberty Road's new membership community. 


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    • 52 min
    98. How to Live Into the Stories that Inspire You: Expert Dr. Aprilia West

    98. How to Live Into the Stories that Inspire You: Expert Dr. Aprilia West

    Dr. Aprilia West brings 20+ years of real-world experience and extensive training as a psychologist, coach, and organizational consultant. Dr. West’s specialized study and understanding of human behavior brings founders, tech entrepreneurs, artists, and entertainment executives her way. In addition, she trains other coaches and therapists worldwide in applying contextual behavioral science in clinical and organizational settings. She is the author of ACT for Your Best Life (2023), What You Feel Is Not All There Is (2021), and coauthor of Acceptance and Commitment Coaching in the Workplace in Positive Psychology in the Workplace (Springer 2021) and The Clinician’s Guide to Emotion Efficacy Therapy (2016).
    In this episode, Nada sits down with Aprilia to discuss why she decided to add coaching to her practice as a psychologist. Dr. West shares the many jobs and professional experiences she’s had and the common thread of helping others shape their narratives. Dr. Aprilia gives us an introduction to emotion efficacy training and offers a workshop for all After School members.
    Be sure to check out Aprilia’s website, her card deck full of great prompts ACT for Your Best Life, and her book What You Feel Is Not All There Is. She is currently reading Imaginable by Jane McGonigal and Why Fish Don't Exist by Lulu Miller. Follow on Instagram: @drapriliawest
    Please follow us at @thisislibertyroad on Instagram; we want to share and connect with you and hear your thoughts and comments. Please rate and review this podcast. It helps to know if these conversations inspire and equip you to consider your possibilities and lean into your future with intention. If you are interested in learning even more from the experts on this podcast, please consider joining us in After School, Liberty Road's new membership community.

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    • 44 min
    97. How Curiosity Changed the Landscape of Women in Leadership: Expert Sohee Jun, Ph.D

    97. How Curiosity Changed the Landscape of Women in Leadership: Expert Sohee Jun, Ph.D

    Sohee Jun is a renowned executive coach working with women leaders at all levels. With a Ph.D. in Organizational Psychology and over 20 years of experience in the field, Dr. Jun has dedicated her professional life to understanding the dynamics of workplaces for women and how to empower, enable, and equip women with the mindset, strategies, and behaviors to achieve aligned success. Her work has significantly contributed to leadership development, allowing women to go from good to great. She has worked at world-class organizations such as Warner Media (W.B.), Jet Propulsion Lab (JPL), and Washington Mutual (Chase) and is CEO of her consulting firm, S.J. Consulting. Her newest book: “The Inner Game: Secrets of High-Achieving Women For Navigating Work, Life, and Mindset” released in March 2024, explores the profound insights, wisdom, and actions that have been instrumental in empowering high-achieving and successful women in their career journey.
    In this episode, Nada sits down with Sohee to talk about her career as a leadership coach in the corporate space. Her curiosity and passion for deep, intentional listening have made her a much sought-after expert in her field. She is committed to helping her clients find their inner spark and encourages them to integrate their brains and hearts to create positive, forward growth. Sohee also shares her newest book and describes it as an invitation to feel connected, seen, and valued. The book is filled with stories of women sharing their hard-won wisdom and offering it up for your benefit. 
    Be sure to read Sohee’s new book, The Inner Game. She is reading The Greatness Mindset by Lewis Howes and listening on Audible to Manifest In Action by Roxie Nafousi. Check out her website for more information. Follow on Instagram: @soheejun_phd
    Be sure to read Sohee’s new book, The Inner Game, available March 5th. She is currently reading The Greatness Mindset by Lewis Howes and listening on Audible to Manifest In Action by Roxie Nafousi. Check out her website for more information. Follow on Instagram: @soheejun_phd
    Please follow us at @thisislibertyroad on Instagram; we want to share and connect with you and hear your thoughts and comments. Please rate and review this podcast. It helps to know if these conversations inspire and equip you to consider your possibilities and lean into your future with intention. If you are interested in learning even more from the experts on this podcast, please consider joining us in After School, Liberty Road's new membership community.

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    • 42 min
    96. Why Investing in Yourself First Breeds Confidence Later: Aviva Black

    96. Why Investing in Yourself First Breeds Confidence Later: Aviva Black

    Before Aviva Black launched her current venture, she was a history teacher, vice Principal, non-profit director, and yoga teacher. The throughline in all her work has been story-telling, so it was no surprise when she decided to launch Family Love Letters in 2018. Aviva works one-on-one with individuals and families today, documenting and sharing their cherished memories. She also presents to groups nationwide, discussing the importance of telling and preserving our stories. 
    In this episode, Nada sits down with Aviva to hear how a found letter from her father changed her trajectory and how a partnership and passion project turned into a solo business. She generously lets us into the hardships of partnering, offering great advice to consider before choosing a partner. She also shares how she launched with the help of a business coach and an investment in herself and urges us to start now–from wherever we are. Just start!
    Check out the Family Love Letters website. You can find more about Monica Shah’s business coaching at the Revenue Breakthrough website. The books that Aviva is currently reading are Who Not How by Benjamin Hardy and Dan Sullivan and Tom Lake by Ann Patchett. Follow on Instagram: @avivayblack
    Please follow us at @thisislibertyroad on Instagram; we want to share and connect with you and hear your thoughts and comments. Please rate and review this podcast. It helps to know if these conversations inspire and equip you to consider your possibilities and lean into your future with intention. If you are interested in learning even more from the experts on this podcast, please consider joining us in After School, Liberty Road's new membership community.

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    • 43 min

Customer Reviews

4.9 out of 5
68 Ratings

68 Ratings

I Am Enuf! ,

Incredible Podcast

I just listened to my first podcast of yours with the interview of Stacey Lindsay! I am more than WOWED. It is because of her that I even found my way to you in the first place. I am in awe of what Liberty Road is doing and the conversations you are having here. Interestingly enough Stacey interviewed me yesterday and it was such an amazing experience one which really opened me up to new possibilities. She does deserve an award for making me see myself in a new light. I am so honored to know her and her encouragement is priceless. Now it was wonderful to get to know her better and hear her story which is very inspiring. Thank you so much…at 65 I see a new horizon! I am looking forward to growing forward and learning more and see myself as a part of a greater whole.

SCChristine ,

So Inspiring

As a 49 year old who is leaving medicine to start a new career in interior design, this podcast has been a god send for inspiration. I love the direction of speaking with women over 40 who are taking chances and deciding who they are and making that happen. I highly recommend!

CA_Alex ,

Amazing

As a 29-year-old female professional that’s been moderately content with her explorative career journey so far, this podcast has brought me such solace when reminding myself that life is far from linear. Since I started listening, it’s begun to focus more on entrepreneurs over the age of 40, and because of it, it’s really helped to grant myself that self-granted permission to change my passions, job, and life trajectory at any given time.

The host, Nada, also has such a great interview style and a mindful persona to her. I can be sensitive to some of the overpowering personalities out there and Nada is always such a joy to listen to. She’s calm, curious, respectful, passionate, reflective - all the things I want in a well-rounded podcast that’s meant to motivate and inspire. Thank you Nada, looking forward to many more years listening to the Liberty Road podcast!

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