Women in the Arena Audra Agen

As a guitarist, Jennifer Batten has left an indelible mark on the music industry through her dynamic and innovative performances. With an impressive career spanning over four decades, Batten has worked alongside some of the most iconic musicians of our time, including Michael Jackson and Jeff Beck.

For ten years, Batten toured the world with the King of Pop as his lead guitarist, captivating audiences with her electrifying solos and stage presence. Her performance with Jackson at the Super Bowl halftime show in 1993 is widely regarded as one of the most memorable in the event's history.

Batten's collaborations with Jeff Beck resulted in multiple albums, as well as countless live shows where her guitar work shone. She has also released several solo albums, showcasing her unique approach to the instrument.

In this interview, Jennifer Batten offers an insider's perspective on what it's like to be a touring guitarist for some of the biggest names in music, sharing stories from the road and insights into her creative process. Join us as we delve into the life of a true guitar virtuoso.


https://www.jenniferbatten.com/
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Meet Dr. Derashay Zorn, a remarkable woman who overcame incredible odds to achieve her dreams. At just 22 years old, she was a single mother of three young children with only an 8th-grade education. Despite the challenges she faced, she refused to let her circumstances define her.
Determined to create a better life for herself and her children, she made the decision to pursue her GED. She took it one class at a time, juggling her studies with the demands of motherhood and working multiple jobs to make ends meet. But she never gave up.
Over time, Dr. Zorn continued to push herself to new heights. She earned her associate's degree, then her bachelor's, and eventually her master's. And that wasn't enough for her - she went on to earn her PhD, becoming an expert in her field.
But her journey didn't end there. Dr. Zorn went on to start several thriving businesses, using her knowledge and expertise to make a positive impact in her community and beyond. She is a shining example of what's possible when you have the courage to dream big and the determination to make those dreams a reality.
Today, Dr. Zorn is an inspiration to many - not just for what she's accomplished, but for the way she's accomplished it. She never let her circumstances hold her back, and she never lost sight of what was important to her. Her story is a testament to the power of resilience, hard work, and perseverance.


https://www.derashayzorn.com/
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***Last thing- I'd love to interview the following women:
Joan Jett Dolly Parton Viola Davis Ina Garten Maybe you can help me get there****


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This week we get a rare and intimate look into the life of Julia Gordon, Commissioner of HUD, advocate and world changer.  I speak to Julia about how she has defined her career on her terms, identifying what matters most and not compromising on those things she holds precious.  We speak about her journey, the insecurities she feels (spoiler: it's the same ones you feel) and THAT phone call from the White House. 



https://www.hud.gov/about/leadership/Julia_Gordon
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If you are ready to tell your story or want to refer someone, please email me at audra@womeninthearena.net

***Last thing- I'd love to interview the following women:
Joan Jett Dolly Parton Viola Davis Ina Garten Maybe you can help me get there****


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Today I get to catch up with my friend Sarah and find out what she's been up to since the last time she was on the show.  Side note; if you missed that episode, I'll paste it here.  Go check it out if you want to learn how to walk in heels without pain:

https://womeninthearena.net/episodes/unburden-yourself-from-other-peoples-expectations-with-sarah-bohdanova/

Sarah is back this time to give us some sneak peeks into her new course about dating.  Not only is this great advice for dating, it's great advise for life. 

https://thefemininityprojectinc.com/
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Joan Jett Dolly Parton Viola Davis Ina Garten Maybe you can help me get there****


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Have you found your voice?  Not the voice you think you need to be, not the labels you wear and not who you have assimilated to be...but who you were born to be?

If you haven't, then this week's guest can be your guide.  Dethra Giles is a four time TEDx speaker, a Top 100 HR Influencer and CEO of ExecuPrep.   But her purpose in life to help others, especially women, find their voice and use it on purpose.  Dethra coaches high level executives on how to not only take up space, but command it. 

Listen to our conversation today and be ready to takes notes...she is sharing some winning strategies with us to help guide you to who you were meant to be.


https://www.dethragiles.org/   
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Amy Birks has always felt that she here to do more; more life, more joy and more fulfillment. In order to get that, she faced her greatest fears and took a risk on herself.  She has created an award winning business that teaches other people to get more of what they want out of life.  As Amy says, "there is more to life to working hard, not experiencing joy on a regular basis then dying".  She has a better way, and today she is going to share some of her secrets on how to hack your life to see fear as opportunity to fuel you for the best life has to offer. 



https://www.amybirks.com/
Go check out all of our episodes on our website: https://womeninthearena.net/


If you are ready to tell your story or want to refer someone, please email me at audra@womeninthearena.net

***Last thing- I'd love to interview the following women:
Joan Jett Dolly Parton Viola Davis Ina Garten Maybe you can help me get there****


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