Life Conversations with a Twist

Heather Nelson
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Join me once a week for a new interview with a local, badass woman who has an amazing story to tell. Join me in conversation so you too can gain inspiration and empowerment from these stories! If you love hearing about leadership, relationships, families, motherhood and navigating hard times, then tune into my podcast and share with others. If you love what you hear, share and tag me on Instagram at @heathernelson.life. You can also visit my website at heathernelson.life.

  1. Money Without Fear: How Small Steps Lead to Financial Empowerment with Lacy Garcia

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    Money Without Fear: How Small Steps Lead to Financial Empowerment with Lacy Garcia

    “The only way you're going to be able to grow wealth and get ahead is to start to do that today.” —Lacy Garcia Money stress does not get quieter, it compounds— late bills, confusing advice, and life changes make it louder. But this does not mean you failed; it means you need a clearer map. Small, practical moves paid consistently will change your life more than one sweeping overhaul. Lacy Garcia turned a difficult personal money moment into Willow, a wealth-tech platform that matches people with financial advisors trained to work with women and next gen investors. Her core insight is simple: make finance nonjudgmental, break it into baby steps, and get the human help that fits your life. Check this episode and get practical tips on tiny daily money moves, how Willow matches you with the right financial advisors, the basics of wealthtech, side-hustle and small-business money tips, and concrete next steps for divorce, career gaps, parenting and retirement planning. Connect with Heather:  Website LinkedIn Instagram Facebook  YouTube Episode Highlights: 02:02 Meet Lacy and More About Willow 09:52 Financial Education and Mistakes 20:17 Willow’s Services and Matchmaking Process 31:13 The Need for Better Financial Education 37:30 Transitioning to Financial Independence 44:47 The Importance of Financial Awareness and Where to Get Help Resources: 💲Discount CLEARSTEM Get a 15% discount when you shop at: clearstem.com  Use Heather’s Code: SFVXPHXB 🔗Link: https://clearstem.com/SFVXPHXB  Connect with Lacy: Lacy Garcia is the Co-Founder and CEO of Willow, a purpose-driven fintech company revolutionizing financial empowerment for underserved communities. Her work focuses on making financial planning accessible, especially during life’s major transitions such as marriage, divorce, and entrepreneurship. A recognized industry voice, Lacy blends personal experience with strategic insight to challenge the “male, stale, and scary” norms of traditional finance. She is a passionate advocate for inclusive fintech, women in leadership, and shame-free financial wellness.  Website LinkedIn Instagram Facebook YouTube Support the show

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  2. True Belonging: The Inclusion Ripple Effect with Hannah Ponsford

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    True Belonging: The Inclusion Ripple Effect with Hannah Ponsford

    "Being part of something is an essential human need. When you feel excluded, it becomes a real barrier in life. Don’t be too afraid to say the wrong thing. Be more focused on asking the right questions." —Hannah Ponsford When you’re seen as different, every day can feel like an uphill climb—and those closest to you often hurt quietly alongside, trying to bridge two worlds but unsure how. The longing for real acceptance and togetherness runs deep on both sides, and too often, everyone ends up feeling alone. Hannah Ponsford knows this from both sides, having grown up as the sister of someone with a disability and later becoming an advocate and storyteller. She is passionate about spreading the message that small acts of openness and support can nurture true belonging—for everyone involved.  Expect real talk about family ups and downs, navigating awkward moments, tips for more welcoming communities, powerful advocacy, school hurdles, and how small actions ripple outward—listen for stories and insights that prove everyone deserves to belong.   Connect with Heather:  Website Facebook  Instagram LinkedIn Episode Highlights: 02:24 Living with a Disability in the Family 07:08 Breaking the Ice: Social Awkwardness Around Disabilities 13:26 Unmasking “Wholesome”— Misconceptions and Social Labels 18:16  The Cost of Exclusion: Why Inclusive Schools Matter 22:53 Advice to Siblings: Balancing Care, Guilt, and Personal Dreams 24:15 Parent Power: What Moms Need to Hear 28:08 Our Kind of Normal  Resources: 💲Discount CLEARSTEM Get a 15% discount when you shop at: clearstem.com  Use Heather’s Code: SFVXPHXB 🔗Link: https://clearstem.com/SFVXPHXB Connect with Hannah: Hannah Ponsford is a passionate storyteller, advocate, and creative professional based in California. Drawing on her experiences as the eldest sibling to a sister with an intellectual disability, Hannah is dedicated to fostering honest conversations and greater inclusion within the disability community.  An actor and artist, she combines her creativity with advocacy through her podcast, "Our Kind of Normal," where she aims to share diverse stories and perspectives from those impacted by disabilities. Hannah is committed to building supportive networks, raising awareness, and empowering others to embrace authentic, inclusive connections. LinkedIn Instagram   Facebook Support the show

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  3. Empowerment Unplugged: Find Your Power Beyond Labels with LaNysha Adams

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    Empowerment Unplugged: Find Your Power Beyond Labels with LaNysha Adams

    "Empowerment is not something someone gives you. It's energy within you. The best another human can do is create conditions where your empowerment can shine, but YOU hold it." —LaNysha Adams   You don’t have to wait for someone else to hand you your power. If you’ve ever felt boxed in by labels, stuck in a rut, or wondered who you really are beneath all the roles you play, this conversation is for you. It’s time to rethink what empowerment really means—on your own terms. LaNysha grew up surrounded by many cultures and languages, became the first in her family to earn a PhD, and faced a life-changing health crisis that forced her to rethink everything. Now, as a leader in student wellness and an author, she’s on a mission to help others find their own power from the inside out. Her journey is proof that resilience and self-reflection can turn setbacks into new beginnings. Listen in for real talk on breaking free from labels, building resilience, daily reflection habits, and practical ways to own your power—all in one honest conversation. Connect with Heather:  Website Facebook  Instagram LinkedIn Episode Highlights: 02:13 The Importance of Language and Identity 10:57 LaNysha’s Educational Journey and Career Transitions   14:28 Overcoming Health Crisis and Recovery 21:22 The Principles of Me Power 27:46 Reflections on Life and Legacy 30:51 Live a Full Life Resources 📖Book Me Power by Dr. LaNysha Adams 💲Discount CLEARSTEM Get a 15% discount when you shop at: clearstem.com Use Heather’s Code: SFVXPHXB 🔗Link: https://clearstem.com/SFVXPHXB Connect with LaNysha:  LaNysha Tufuga Adams is a Student Success Strategist and Founder of an award-winning education consulting and coaching firm, Edlinguist Solutions. With 20 years of experience in education at school, district, and state levels, she holds a Ph.D. and is a certified coach on a mission to revolutionize how people learn. Dr. Adams helps graduate students finish their degree programs with less debt. Her passion for assisting others to live on purpose, with purpose, led her to write her debut book: Me Power. She enjoys quality espresso and traveling when not chasing her toddler sons and husband around the house.  Website LinkedIn Instagram X Support the show

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  4. Business Bravery Hacks: Simple Ways to Lead Boldly with Cerys Goodall

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    Business Bravery Hacks: Simple Ways to Lead Boldly with Cerys Goodall

    "Be brave. You have nothing to lose… All you have to do is say ‘yes, why not me?’, and go for it, because more doors will open to you than you could ever imagine." —Cerys Goodall Some days, running a business feels like you’re juggling too much and still falling behind. The pressure to do it all, be everywhere, and never drop the ball is real—and it’s exhausting. But there’s a smarter, braver way to build success that doesn’t require perfecting it all and burning out. From biotech labs to NASA missions, Cerys Goodall discovered her gift not only in building teams or launching tech, but in championing people and guiding leaders through their toughest transitions. Now, as the founder of The Goods, Cerys helps founders and CEOs find their footing when the ground shifts, showing that real progress comes from daring to say yes, embracing imperfection, and holding tight to your values.   Join Heather and Cerys for a friendly chat about outsourcing what drains you, finding business bravery, leading with real values, supporting women and parents, embracing flexible work, and practical consulting advice.  Connect with Heather:  Website Facebook  Instagram LinkedIn Episode Highlights: 01:43 Supporting Women and Parents in the Workplace 10:22 Navigating the Tech to Consulting Space 16:59 Opportunities in Tech 24:39 Building Values-Based Businesses  28:54 Advice for Small Business Owners 32:54 The Role of Consultants in Business Growth 36:57 Take the Brave Path 💲Discount CLEARSTEM Get a 15% discount when you shop at: clearstem.com Use Heather’s Code: SFVXPHXB 🔗Link: https://clearstem.com/SFVXPHXB Connect with Cerys:  Cerys Goodall is a Toronto-based consultant and founder of The Goods, where she partners with founders and CEOs to help them navigate times of transition and accelerate their businesses. With a diverse background spanning marketing, communications, operations, and HR, Cerys has held key leadership roles at innovative companies such as Vetster and InnerSpace.  Cerys is a strong advocate for values-based leadership, workplace flexibility, and supporting women and parents in business. She is known for her collaborative approach, helping clients focus on their strengths while she manages the rest, and for her commitment to building inclusive, people-first organizations. Website LinkedIn Support the show

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  5. Lipedema Life: Living Boldly with Invisible Illness Despite Medical Roadblocks with Donna Piper

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    Lipedema Life: Living Boldly with Invisible Illness Despite Medical Roadblocks with Donna Piper

    "Really listen to yourself. You know more about your body and health, and if you really think that the answers you're getting from your providers are not in alignment with what you know, continue to dig." —Donna Piper Some days, it feels like your body is working against you—and no one else gets it. You try every diet, every doctor, and still get told it’s all in your head. The truth is, invisible pain is real, and you deserve to be heard, not dismissed. After a lifetime of health and wellness work, Donna Piper was finally diagnosed with lipedema and other chronic conditions, turning her pain into a mission to educate and support others. Now, as a coach and podcast host, Donna brings a fresh and honest perspective to living with—and advocating for—chronic illness. Donna’s story is proof that you can spend years searching for help, only to find the real answers in unexpected places. Ready for a conversation that actually gets what you’re going through? Listen in for honest talk about lipedema, chronic pain, body image struggles, food triggers, medical gaslighting, and how to find hope and help when the system lets you down. Connect with Heather:  Website Facebook  Instagram LinkedIn Episode Highlights: 01:44 What is Lipedema? 05:24 A Lifetime of Misdiagnosis 11:47 Body Image and Self-Blame 16:12 How to Advocate for Yourself  20:18 Medical System Challenges 24:00 Diet, Food Triggers, and Mast Cell Issues 30:19 Living with Multiple Conditions 39:01 Invisible Illness and Social Stigma 41:47 Body Image and Acceptance 49:52 Listen to Your Body 💲Discount CLEARSTEM Get a 15% discount when you shop at: clearstem.com Use Heather’s Code: SFVXPHXB 🔗Link: https://clearstem.com/SFVXPHXB Connect with Donna:  Donna Piper is a Relationship Coach, Trauma Expert, and Akashic Records Healer dedicated to empowering successful single women to transform their love lives and attract fulfilling partnerships without sacrificing their professional ambitions. With a holistic approach blending therapeutic coaching, trauma-informed techniques, and Akashic Records wisdom, she guides clients to release limiting beliefs, heal emotional blocks, and cultivate unshakable self-trust. Her work focuses on aligning mind, body, and spirit to create lasting change—helping clients refine communication, deepen self-worth, and build the foundation for healthy, loving relationships. Donna’s sessions are a safe haven for those ready to break cycles, embrace vulnerability, and design a love life that harmonizes with their thriving careers. For women committed to both personal and professional fulfillment, she offers tailored strategies to unlock their full potential and step into the relationship of their dreams.  Website  LinkedIn  Instagram  Facebook  YouTube  Support the show

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  6. From Lost in Translation to Owning the Conversation: Tips for Breaking the Language Barrier with Erika Warner

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    From Lost in Translation to Owning the Conversation: Tips for Breaking the Language Barrier with Erika Warner

    "It's not too late, and you're not too old, you just need to learn in a way that is meant for your age." —Erika Warner Have you ever felt like you’re stuck on the outside, wishing you could speak up and truly belong? And have you ever wondered if learning a new language as an adult is just too hard, or if you’ll ever feel confident in a new country? You’re not alone—and there’s a smarter, kinder way forward. Erika Warner’s story starts with her own struggles learning English as a young immigrant, but it didn’t stop there. Inspired by the real challenges faced by Spanish-speaking adults, she became a teacher on a mission: to make English learning practical, supportive, and life-changing for immigrants who want more than just grammar—they want a voice. Her fresh take? It’s never too late, and the right approach can turn language barriers into stepping stones. Catch this week’s episode as Heather and Erika talk about building confidence, surviving tough moments, thriving in daily life, and finding your voice—plus tips for parents, stories of courage, and why practical language skills matter more than perfect grammar.  Connect with Heather:  Website Facebook  Instagram LinkedIn Episode Highlights: 01:33 Meet Erika: Moving to the US and Learning English  05:38 Raising Bilingual Kids 10:50 Learning English as an Adult: The Struggle 17:18 Dialects and Neutral Language 23:22 Building English for My People 30:27 Success Stories That Matter 33:17 Equipped for Emergencies: Teaching Real-Life English 💲Discount CLEARSTEM Get a 15% discount when you shop at: clearstem.com Use Heather’s Code: SFVXPHXB 🔗Link: https://clearstem.com/SFVXPHXB Connect with Erika:  Erika Warner is a linguist, educator, and founder of Ingles Pa Mi Gente, a platform dedicated to helping Spanish-speaking immigrants master English and build confidence in their new lives. Drawing from her own journey as an immigrant and her experience teaching across the U.S., Europe, and South America, Erika specializes in practical, culturally-aware English programs and hosts a popular podcast on pronunciation. Her mission is to break language barriers and empower immigrants to thrive—at work, at home, and in their communities. Website Instagram Facebook TikTok YouTube Support the show

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  7. The New Rules of Abundance —Real Talk on Money and Meaning with Laura Rotter

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    The New Rules of Abundance —Real Talk on Money and Meaning with Laura Rotter

    "Don't avoid looking at your money. Gamify it somehow to actually look at what's coming in and what's going out. Be a master of your money." —Laura Rotter Feeling overwhelmed by bills, family demands, and the pressure to keep up? You’re not alone—so many of us are hustling just to stay afloat, wondering if we’ll ever feel secure or truly satisfied. What if there’s a smarter, saner way to handle money and life, no matter where you’re starting from? Laura spent nearly 30 years on Wall Street before realizing that chasing bigger paychecks and a bigger house wasn’t the answer. Now, she guides women through real-life money challenges—like building an emergency fund, paying off debt, and setting boundaries with family—while helping them find confidence and clarity in their financial choices. Her practical tips and honest stories make money feel less scary and a lot more doable. Tune in for straight talk on saving, spending, tracking your cash, handling family expectations, and learning how to define “enough” for yourself. If you want real solutions and a fresh mindset about money, this episode is your new playbook. Connect with Heather:  Website Facebook  Instagram LinkedIn Episode Highlights: 01:11 Meet Laura: Childhood Lessons and Career Beginnings 07:23 Wall Street: What It’s Really Like?  12:13 Big Money, Big Problems 16:11 The Turning Point: Time for a Change 21:13 Downsizing and Redefining Success 24:55 True Abundance: What It Means 29:24 Money Mindsets 34:04 Is It Too Late to Save?  38:24 Track Your Money: Tools 41:35 Why Moms Spend Money on Their Kids, But Not Themselves 44:53 Die with Zero 💲Discount CLEARSTEM Get a 15% discount when you shop at: clearstem.com Use Heather’s Code: SFVXPHXB 🔗Link: https://clearstem.com/SFVXPHXB Connect with Laura:  Laura Rotter, CFA, CFP, is the owner of True Abundance Advisors, a heart-centered, values-based financial planning firm based in New York. After a successful career managing money for institutional investors, including Citicorp and Para Advisors, Laura discovered mindfulness practices and was drawn to guide professionals facing a big life change to achieve both financial security and life satisfaction. Since making her shift, she has been featured in CNBC, The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, and Westchester Senior Voice. She serves on the advisory council of Impact100 Westchester, a women’s group giving organization, and leads workshops for Invest for Better, empowering women through impact investing. Website LinkedIn  Instagram  Facebook  X   Youtube  Support the show

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  8. Messy Life Meets Audacity: How to Rise Anyway with Erika Rothenberger

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    Messy Life Meets Audacity: How to Rise Anyway with Erika Rothenberger

    "If we don't change, we die. If we don't grow, we become stagnant." —Erika Rothenberger  What if the messiest parts of your life are actually the moments that shape you most? If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by juggling work, family, and your own dreams—or doubted if you’re doing enough—this conversation is for you. It’s time to rethink what it means to be bold when life gets real. Erika Rothenberger’s journey started in hard hats and steel-toe boots, but it didn’t stop there. After surviving a traumatic attack and facing life’s chaos head-on, she turned her pain into purpose—becoming a powerhouse speaker, author, and advocate for women who want to live audaciously, no matter how messy things get.   Hit play to get fired up with real talk on resilience, messy wins, and the audacity to expand your life. You’ll hear about Erika’s career pivots, her podcast, her books, the Audacious Woman Summit, wellness tips, and how community and self-care can help you thrive—even on your toughest days. Connect with Heather:  Website Facebook  Instagram LinkedIn Episode Highlights: 01:11 Meet Erika: Constructing Change  04:40 The Myth of Balance and Time-Saving Hacks 10:34 Hot Mess Mom Moments  15:15 Audacious Expansion  17:40 A Life-Changing Assault 22:17 Turning Trauma to Purpose  25:54 Self-Care and Clarity  29:11 The Audacious Woman Summit 32:33 High energy and Holistic Wellness    36:00 Connection is Everything Resources:  Events  Join the Audacious Woman Summit: https://www.erikarothenberger.com/events/   October 17, 2025; 08:30 am-4:00 pm Hotel West & Main Conshohocken Philadelphia, Tapestry by Hilton 46 Fayette St, Conshohocken, PA 19428   Books Audacious Expansion by Erika Rothenberger: COMING SOON!  Connect with Erika:  Erika Rothenberger is a dynamic leader, civil engineer, keynote and TEDx speaker, and the host of the "Grit, Grace & Glitz" podcast. With a degree in civil engineering from Villanova, Erika has built a successful career in the construction industry, leading performance systems and field leadership development. She is the author of "You've Got This Boss Mama" and the forthcoming "Audacious Expansion," and is the founder of the Audacious Woman Summit. Erika is also a wellness entrepreneur, dedicated to supporting women’s health and personal growth. Her work is driven by a passion for resilience, meaningful connection, and empowering others to live boldly and authentically.  Website LinkedIn Instagram Facebook Support the show

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Join me once a week for a new interview with a local, badass woman who has an amazing story to tell. Join me in conversation so you too can gain inspiration and empowerment from these stories! If you love hearing about leadership, relationships, families, motherhood and navigating hard times, then tune into my podcast and share with others. If you love what you hear, share and tag me on Instagram at @heathernelson.life. You can also visit my website at heathernelson.life.

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