Unapologetically Badass

Renee Carbone Fleming
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Unapologetically Badass Podcast 🎙️ I’m Renee Carbone-Fleming — Multi-6-Fig Entrepreneur, Empowerment Coach & your unapologetic hype girl. This is where women 40+ come for real talk on business, building your f*it fund, dating after divorce, empty nesting, travel, and life’s bold new chapters. Some weeks it’s just us, other times I bring powerhouse guests to spill wisdom & laughs. Grab your glass, fix your crown, and let’s do life Unapologetically Badass. 👑 ✨ Connect with your host: https://badassqueen.co

  1. 6D AGO

    Episode 75 ~ 🎙 She Had the Mic… But Lost Her Voice: Erin Logan on Identity, Reinvention & Rising Again

    For years, Erin Logan was the voice delivering the news…But behind the scenes, she was losing her own. In this raw and riveting episode, Emmy-nominated reporter, professor, author, and founder of Revive With Purpose, Erin Logan, shares the truth about: Losing yourself inside your career Detaching your worth from your title The emotional toll of high achievement And the courage it takes to reinvent in midlife This is a conversation about burnout, bravery, and becoming — and it will hit home for every woman who’s ever given everything to everyone else and wondered when it’s finally her turn. Spoiler: It is. 💥 https://www.revivewithpurpose.org

    45 min

  2. MAR 2

    Episode 74~ Marriage Inc.: Why Love Isn’t Luck—It’s Leadership with Dr. Robin Buckley

    What if relationships weren’t about chemistry, luck, or fairy tales—but about leadership, strategy, and execution? In this powerful episode of Unapologetically Badass, I’m joined by Robin Buckley, PhD, clinical psychologist, executive coach, TEDx speaker, and bestselling author of Marriage Inc.: The Boardroom Blueprint for a Lasting Love. Robin is known for challenging everything we were taught by Disney, Hallmark, and rom-com culture—and replacing it with something far more effective: a business framework for relationships. And yes, there’s delicious irony here. She wrote a bestselling book on successful relationships after being divorced twice—which makes this conversation honest, grounded, and refreshingly real. Her work blends cognitive behavioral psychology, data-driven strategy, and heart-centered leadership to help high-performing women stop hoping their relationships will improve—and start building them intentionally. In this episode, we dive into: Why love isn’t luck—it’s a strategy How high-achieving women succeed at work but struggle in relationships What it means to be the CEO of your relationship Why clarity, accountability, and vision matter just as much at home as they do in business Redefining relationship “success” in midlife and beyond If you’re done outsourcing your happiness, tired of outdated relationship myths, and ready to apply the same leadership skills you use professionally to your personal life—this conversation will shift how you think about love forever.   Dr. Robin Buckley (she/her)✨Love isn’t luck. It’s strategy. (@drrobinbuckley) • Instagram profile Couples Coach, Professional Speaker, Executive Coach Use code MARRIAGE20 for 20% off of her book!

    30 min

  3. FEB 24

    Episode 73~ Inclusive Employment, Faith & Purpose: How Amie Schindler is Building Wigglewow to Create Meaningful Careers for Adults with Disabilities

    What happens when faith, motherhood, and purpose collide? For Amie Schindler, it sparked a movement. As the mother of a son with autism, Amie saw firsthand what too many families experience after high school ends: opportunities disappear, expectations shrink, and meaningful employment becomes nearly impossible for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Instead of accepting that reality, she said yes to her calling. In this powerful episode of Unapologetically Badass, Amie shares how that quiet nudge of faith led her to Wigglewow — a gourmet dog treat company and nonprofit where 83% of the workforce is made up of adults with special needs, earning fair wages, doing meaningful work, and proving what’s possible when inclusion is done with intention and dignity. ✨ In this conversation, we dive into: What inclusive employment actually looks like when it’s done right Why adults with disabilities are so deeply underestimated — and what employers are missing How Wigglewow is scaling impact while changing systems and mindsets The power of building businesses rooted in purpose, profit, and people Why inclusion is not charity — it’s opportunity This episode is for leaders, founders, employers, and women who know they’re meant to build something that matters — and want proof that impact and success can coexist. Because being unapologetically badass sometimes looks like saying yes… even when it’s scary. 🎧 Listen now and prepare to see inclusion — and leadership — through a whole new lens. Wigglewow https://www.instagram.com/wigglewow/ Wigglewow | Louisville KY

    47 min

  4. FEB 18

    Episode 72~ Hacked, Hunted & Unbreakable: How Hana Omori Turned a Cyber Attack Into a Cyber Empire

    What do you do when you become the target of a sustained cyberattack by sophisticated threat actors?If you’re Hana Omori… you build an encryption system that survives 11 months of real-world attacks and write a 14-chapter cybersecurity playbook while under fire. 😮‍💨🔥 In this jaw-dropping episode, we’re talking to security engineer, technical founder, and LGBTQ+ entrepreneur Hana Omori about what it was really like being hunted by hackers—and how she reverse-engineered their attacks in real time to create Chaos Lock, an offline-first encryption tool that earned a 9.25/10 security rating in a 72-hour penetration test with ZERO breaches. This is not theoretical cybersecurity. This is survival, strategy, and straight-up brilliance.If you think you’re “not technical enough,” “not experienced enough,” or “not qualified enough” to build something powerful… Hana is about to blow that belief out of the water. Website: https://www.aimarketingflow.com IG Handle: YT/Github - @‌aimarketingflow, Tiktok - @‌flowbotgirl

    55 min

  5. FEB 10

    Episode 71~ Vegas, Velvet Ropes & Very Badass Women: Inside the IAOTP Black Tie World with Award-Winning Queens

    This episode is elegance, empowerment, elite recognition—and unapologetically powerful women—wrapped into one unforgettable Vegas conversation. I’m joined by Stephanie Cirami, President of IAOTP, Genine Chiano, Global Account Executive, Susan Noles—Top Wedding Officiant of the Year, Top 50 Fearless Leaders recipient and Bombshell Boss Babe inductee—and Peg Munson, this year’s beloved Golden Bachelor winner, to pull back the curtain on the iconic IAOTP Black Tie Gala in Las Vegas. And yes… I’m not just the host.I’m also an IAOTP award recipient and Bombshell Boss Babe inductee, so this conversation is personal, powerful, and rooted in real experience. We dive into:✨ How IAOTP began and why it’s become a global authority✨ The magic behind the black tie experience in Vegas✨ What recognition at this level truly means✨ Susan’s impact, legacy, and leadership✨ Peg’s inspiring journey and what this season of life represents✨ The future of IAOTP and women rising unapologetically✨ And why being seen, celebrated, and honored is a game-changer This isn’t just a gala.It’s a movement.And we’re all living proof of what happens when women claim their power.

    55 min

  6. FEB 3

    Episode 70~ From Courtrooms to Couture: How Lynne Diamante Built Her Empire Her Way

    This week on the Unapologetically Badass podcast, Renee sits down with a woman who didn’t just reinvent her life—she redesigned the damn blueprint. Meet Lynne Diamante: attorney turned entrepreneur, celebrity stylist, pageant queen, world traveler, and the powerhouse CEO behind OPTX Rhode Island—aka the woman who brought Rodeo Drive straight to the Ocean State. Lynne opens up about: ✨ The bold pivot from law to luxury retail✨ Building a multimillion-dollar brand while putting motherhood first✨ Why travel is the education no school can teach✨ Handling setbacks like a challenge—not a defeat✨ What it really takes to blend career, creativity, and confidence without apology✨ How she turned obstacles into opportunity and crafted a life she designed rather than defaulted into It’s honest. It’s bougie. It’s inspiring.And it’s a masterclass in giving yourself permission to pivot, evolve, and create a life that sparkles on your own terms. If you’ve ever felt pulled toward something “non-traditional,” if you’re ready to step into your next chapter, or if you simply love a story of grit wrapped in glam… this episode is your new obsession. 🎧 Listen now and share this with a woman who’s ready for her reinvention era.   Connect with Lynne~ Website: www.optxrhodeisland.com IG Handle: @‌lynnediamanteceo

    55 min

  7. JAN 27

    Episode 69~ Net Worth, Self-Worth & the New Age of Integrity — with Nancy Griffin

    In this powerhouse episode, Renee sits down with Nancy Griffin — a connector, influencer, and unapologetic champion of women’s health, wealth, and worth. Nancy’s story is anything but ordinary. She takes us on her trailblazing journey from becoming one of the first female managers at Procter & Gamble, to diving into the world of politics, and ultimately landing in her true zone of genius: empowering women through wealth management and wellness advocacy. This conversation hits every nerve women need right now: 💥 Why women MUST prioritize their own health and moneyNancy breaks down the invisible load women carry…and why your well-being and financial security belong at the top of the damn list. 💥 The unbreakable link between self-worth and net worthHear Nancy’s powerful insights on how generosity, legacy, and giving back can elevate not just your bank account — but your joy, confidence, and identity. 💥 Stepping into leadership even when you’re shakingWe talk courage, authenticity, and how to lead with heart, grit, and generosity…because the world needs more women who dare. 💥 Why she’s calling this the ‘Women’s Age of Integrity’Nancy shares her vision for the chapter where women step fully into who they are, own their stories, and create meaning that outlives them. This episode is vibrant, honest, and deeply inspiring. Nancy’s passionista spirit will light you up — and remind you that it’s never too late to build wealth, claim joy, and design a legacy that feels damn good. Tune in if you’re ready to amplify your voice, elevate your worth, and live boldly with intention.

    40 min

  8. JAN 20

    Episode 68~ The Healing Equation: Melissa Bassano’s Bold Return, Her New Book, and the Formula for Becoming Whole

    She’s back—and this time, she’s bringing the healing heat. Melissa Bassano, powerhouse executive coach, two-time cancer survivor, and host of The Healing Equation Podcast, returns to Unapologetically Badass with an even deeper mission: to share the heart, grit, and growth behind her brand-new book, The Healing Equation. In this raw, soul-expanding episode, Melissa opens up about: Why healing isn’t linear—but it is necessary How personal growth, grief, and resilience shaped the message behind her book The intersection of her coaching, motherhood, and new podcast What it really takes to rewrite your story and thrive unapologetically This isn’t just a comeback—this is a masterclass in rising stronger, softer, and more certain of your purpose. 📚 Grab your journal.🎧 Turn up the volume.👑 And get ready to feel seen.

    54 min
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Unapologetically Badass Podcast 🎙️ I’m Renee Carbone-Fleming — Multi-6-Fig Entrepreneur, Empowerment Coach & your unapologetic hype girl. This is where women 40+ come for real talk on business, building your f*it fund, dating after divorce, empty nesting, travel, and life’s bold new chapters. Some weeks it’s just us, other times I bring powerhouse guests to spill wisdom & laughs. Grab your glass, fix your crown, and let’s do life Unapologetically Badass. 👑 ✨ Connect with your host: https://badassqueen.co

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  • Creator
    Renee Carbone Fleming
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    76
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Renee Carbone Fleming
  • Show Website
    Unapologetically Badass

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