The Passionistas Project Podcast

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The Passionistas Project Podcast

Interviews with strong, empowered and passionate women, to help inspire others to pursue dreams, overcome obstacles and take charge of their own destinies.

  1. SEP 25

    Finding Your Voice — Megan Hamilton on Speaking and Confidence

    Megan Hamilton is a speaking, visibility, and confidence coach, a speech director, a musician, and a speaker. She is anti-patriarchy, pro humans, and believes that the world can change once folks feel empowered to use their voices and we finally hear from their leader, from new leaders. Learn more about Megan. Learn more about The Passionistas Project. Read the Show Notes.

    1h 1m
  2. Empowering Ambitious Empaths: Strategies for Success with Dr. Stephanie Grunewald

    SEP 18

    Empowering Ambitious Empaths: Strategies for Success with Dr. Stephanie Grunewald

    Dr. Stephanie Grunewald is an alignment strategist and founder of Ancorio. With over a decade of experience as a psychologist, Stephanie empowers ambitious empaths through mastermind groups, transformative programs, and reset retreats. Her work, grounded in research based strategies, focuses on helping women balance empathy with ambition, fostering resilience, and achieving professional success while maintaining personal well-being. Learn more about Stephanie. Learn more about The Passionistas Project. Read the Show Notes.

    50 min

  3. SEP 10

    Championing Health Advocacy: Vanessa LaTanya Hill’s Lessons from Project Nana

    Vanessa LaTanya Hill is the Founder and Executive Director of Project Nana, a nonprofit focused on the engagement, training, advocacy, and empowerment of seasoned women's health. An author, health advocacy consultant, and Holistic Coach, she's previously served in academia, media, and as a creative services director and producer. She is the daughter of Reverend Dr. Gayle Lynetta Henderson, the granddaughter of Merle Savant McIntosh Henderson, the great granddaughter of Beatrice Roll McIntosh, and the great-great-granddaughter of Melvina Sweeting Roll. She knows her roots, and she walks in humility as the potent promise of her powerful ancestors. Learn more about Project Nana. Learn more about The Passionistas Project Read the show notes.

    1h 1m

  4. SEP 4

    Bra-Free Revolution: Katie Charrier's Journey to Comfortable Confidence

    Katie Charrier is a Pivoting Passionista. After seven years in practice as an eye doctor, she found an entrepreneurial calling that she could not ignore. Inspired by her eternal desire to be comfortable, she invented a new way to construct loungewear and clothing that helps women relax comfortably, bra less, while maintaining a desired coverage. She creates this at her growing brand, Jia+Kate. Along the way, she is working through the mindset shifts involved with an epic midlife pivot, including career and personal identity, imposter syndrome, perfectionism, and finding balance between goal setting and contentment in the present moment. Learn more about Katie. Learn more about The Passionistas Project. Read the Show Notes.

    55 min

  5. AUG 28

    Women Who Podcast: Kathy Barron’s Mission to Elevate Women’s Voices

    Kathy Barron is the founder and editor-in-chief of Women Who Podcast magazine. Her mission is to celebrate women independent podcasters from all over the globe by acknowledging their hard work and sharing their stories. Women Who Podcast magazine strives to be a forum for fans and hosts to reach out to one another for support, collaboration, and inspiration. Learn more about Kathy. Learn more about The Passionistas Project. Read the full show notes. On this episode: [00:01:26] Kathy Barron on what she’s most passionate about [00:02:30] Kathy Barron on her and her dreams growing up [00:05:25] Kathy Barron on work as a videographer [00:13:08] Kathy Barron on tips for someone who is interested in self-publishing [00:14:46] Kathy Barron on when she first got interested in podcasting [00:16:41] Kathy Barron on challenges she faced as an independent woman podcaster [00:22:03] Kathy Barron on unique challenges that women podcasters face [00:24:20] Kathy Barron on on starting Women Who Podcast magazine [00:25:49] Kathy Barron on creating podcasts with longevity [00:29:58] Kathy Barron on advancements in podcasting technology It's like, who's doing that besides the [00:34:29] Kathy Barron on how to get featured in Women Who Podcast magazine [00:34:44] Kathy Barron on what she hopes people who are reading the magazine take away from it [00:34:50] Kathy Barron on what she hopes people who are reading the magazine take away from it [00:36:28] Kathy Barron on common challenges women podcasters face and tips for overcoming them [00:37:58] Kathy Barron on unusual or creative podcasts featured in the magazine [00:42:48] Kathy Barron on podcasts she is currently listening to [00:51:05] Kathy Barron on her dream for herself and her dream for women

    56 min

  6. AUG 21

    West Wing Actors Mobilizing for Impact — Chat with Mary McCormack and Melissa Fitzgerald

    Melissa Fitzgerald and Mary McCormack are the authors of the new book, "What's Next: A Backstage Pass to The West Wing," its cast and crew, and its enduring legacy of service. Melissa is an actor, producer, and social justice advocate. As an actor, she's best known for her seven-year role as Carol on the award winning television series, “The West Wing.” While in Hollywood, Melissa co-founded Voices in Harmony, a mentoring program that uses theater to work with historically underserved teens. In 2013, she left Hollywood to champion justice system reform at All Rise, where she is at the forefront of engaging the public in the expansion of treatment courts and advancing justice system responses for individuals and communities. Mary is an actor, producer, and activist who played Deputy National Security Advisor Kate Harper on “The West Wing,” a Tony nominated Broadway actor, Broadway actress, she's also known for diversity of roles across film, television, and theater, including her portrayal of Deputy U. S. Marshal Mary Shannon on the TV series "In Plain Sight," and her Tony nominated turn as Gretchen in "Boeing, Boeing." Buy the book. Learn about The Passionistas Project. Read the complete show notes.

    55 min

  7. AUG 14

    From Trauma Therapist to Queer-Spirit Guide: Safrianna Lughna's Journey

    Safrianna Lughna is a retired trauma therapist who — with a little bit of unicorn magic, a wish and a dream — transformed into the Queer Spirit Guide, an international bestselling author, speaker, CEO, and transformational mentor. She is the CEO of Living Luna, a brand and social movement committed to uplifting the others through education, community, and wellness services. Learn more about Safrianna. Learn more about The Passionistas Project Read the full show notes. On this episode: [00:01:23] Safrianna Lughna on what she’s most passionate about [00:01:43] Safrianna Lughna on why authenticity is such a big challenge for people [00:02:42] Safrianna Lughna on when she first discovered her passion [00:04:10] Safrianna Lughna on being a safe space for her students [00:05:29] Safrianna Lughna on her transition from school teacher mental health worker [00:07:54] Safrianna Lughna on stepping into her authentic self [00:09:51] Safrianna Lughna on Hartley House [00:12:37] Safrianna Lughna on getting counseling for her chronic illness [00:15:45] Safrianna Lughna on starting Living Luna [00:18:47] Safrianna Lughna on where the name Living Luna comes from [00:20:10] Safrianna Lughna on on her partner Ikenna Lughna [00:21:39] Safrianna Lughna on on describing a Polyamorous [00:23:55] Safrianna Lughna on the ideal person to work with her [00:25:25] Safrianna Lughna on on impacting people [00:26:27] Safrianna Lughna on the common thread in people that work with her [00:27:56] Safrianna Lughna on why diversity is such an important component of her work [00:30:21] Safrianna Lughna on her reawakening ritual [00:32:23] Safrianna Lughna on Soul Sugar [00:34:13] Safrianna Lughna on the seasons framework [00:36:58] Safrianna Lughna on energy leaks [00:38:50] Safrianna Lughna on resolving energy leaks [00:40:55] Safrianna Lughna on success stories of her clients [00:43:09] Safrianna Lughna on the Living Lunas Zines [00:45:13] Safrianna Lughna on the Living Luna podcast [00:48:10] Safrianna Lughna on her Discord space [00:49:39] Safrianna Lughna on her first poetry collection called A Woman's Work [00:52:02] Safrianna Lughna on the bigger why [00:53:54] Safrianna Lughna on the Passionistas community [00:54:53] Safrianna Lughna on sacrificing yourself [00:55:46] Safrianna Lughna on her dream for myself and for women and gender non-conforming people

    1h 1m

  8. JUL 24

    Entrepreneurial Resilience: Insights from Claudia Cordova Rucker

    Claudia Cordova Rucker is a grounding presence for resourceful and resilient first generation entrepreneurs ready to define success and encompass a bicultural approach to Profitability and Presence, Profitability and Presence in their lives and businesses with their values and well being in tow. Claudia is a seasoned entrepreneur with a multifaceted career in the textiles, garment manufacturing, real estate, mental health, and beauty industries. She started her entrepreneurial career early, launching an organic chicken business at just 16. Claudia's second business venture, Aqua Nail Bar, was repeatedly voted best of by The Independent for 13 years in a row. Living on the unceded territory of the Chumash people past and present, which is also known as picturesque Santa Barbara, California, she embodies the ethos of her practice, finding joy and presence in every aspect of her life. She shares with her husband, Mark, her fur baby, Dixie, and their family and friends. Learn more about Claudia. Learn more about The Passionistas Project. Read the complete show notes. On This Episode: [00:01:55] Claudia Cordova Rucker on what she is most passionate about [00:02:37] Claudia Cordova Rucker on her tips for staying present [00:05:41] Claudia Cordova Rucker on her journey and what lead her to her passion [00:10:11] Claudia Cordova Rucker on what her life looks like now in terms of her business and finding a balance [00:12:34] Claudia Cordova Rucker on starting Beyond Ordinary Business [00:16:23] Claudia Cordova Rucker on her consciousness, how her family’s legacy played into who she is and what she does [00:20:36] Claudia Cordova Rucker on her 16-year-old self and the chicken business [00:26:46] Claudia Cordova Rucker on working with her sisters [00:27:29] Claudia Cordova Rucker on starting her own business [00:33:01] Claudia Cordova Rucker on how people work with her [00:35:33] Claudia Cordova Rucker on the common theme she sees in her clients [00:41:29] Claudia Cordova Rucker on her advice to women entrepreneurs [00:48:01] Claudia Cordova Rucker on questions that people should asked her but haven’t [00:50:30] Claudia Cordova Rucker on her dream for herself and women [00:52:53] Claudia Cordova Rucker on advice she would give to 16-year-old Claudia

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Interviews with strong, empowered and passionate women, to help inspire others to pursue dreams, overcome obstacles and take charge of their own destinies.

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  • Creator
    Pop Culture Passionistas
  • Years Active
    2018 - 2024
  • Episodes
    588
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