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Pensions and Investments PodcastUnlocking the Power of Story: What Every Pension Investor Needs to Know!In today’s competitive financial landscape, facts alone aren’t enough—how you tell your story can make or break trust, impact, and influence. In this must-listen to- episode Atara Twersky is joined by acclaimed author and storytelling expert Matt Dicks to reveal why mastering the art of storytelling isn’t just for marketers—it’s a critical tool for pension investors, trustees, and professionals who want to lead, persuade, and make smarter, more human-centered decisions.
Matt, a school teacher by training, discovered early on that the key to capturing attention—not just in a classroom but i...2025-04-2331 minPensions and Investments PodcastPensions and Life Lessons with Dina HirschIn this engaging conversation, Atara Twersky interviews a very special guest, Atara’s mom! Dina Hirsch, who has become a social media sensation with over two million followers across social media platforms. Atara and her mom have a fun packed episode for listeners and they also discuss a few serious topics like the importance of having a pension to ensure security in later years, financial security afforded by being a member of a public pension fund, and the value of investing wisely.
Dina shares her journey to fame and offers insights on business and life lessons, emphasizing the s...2025-04-1622 minPensions and Investments PodcastAnurag Chandra's Journey And The Many Hats He Wears As Both A Venture Capitalist And Trustee At The San Jose City Employees Retirement SystemIn this conversation, Atara interviews Anurag Chandra, a venture capitalist, chief investment officer and trustee at San Jose City Employees Retirement System, discussing his diverse background in Silicon Valley, his role in the public pension fund world, and the intricacies of risk management. Anurag shares insights on the importance of relationships in business, lessons learned from failures, as well as various investment strategies. The discussion also touches on the overlap between public and private investment roles, liquid strategies, tax optimization, and the emerging influence of AI in finance.
Anurag and Atara talked about the hot topic of A...2025-04-0946 minPensions and Investments PodcastFrom Community Advocate to Pension Board Trailblazer: Meet Laura BasuaIn this engaging conversation, Atara Twersky interviews Laura Basua, a dedicated trustee of the Fresno County Employee Retirement System. Laura shares her inspiring journey from working as a homeschool liaison to becoming a board member, emphasizing her commitment to serving the community and advocating for women in leadership roles.
The discussion covers her experiences in managing pension funds, the importance of continuous learning in investments, and her active involvement in charitable organizations. Laura's passion for helping others and her vision for the future highlight the significance of kindness and community service in her life.
...2025-04-0325 minPensions and Investments PodcastWeb3, Angel Investing, and Entrepreneurial Growth with Liat AaronsonIn this episode of the Pensions and Investments Podcast, host Atara Twersky speaks with Liat Aaronson, an experienced angel investor and mentor with a focus on Web3 technology and entrepreneurial growth. Liat discusses the opportunities and challenges in the Web3 space, the future of decentralized technology, and how startups in this field can navigate the complexities of raising capital. She also touches on her personal journey in investing and provides advice for entrepreneurs seeking to succeed in the fast-evolving world of Web3.
Key Points:
The growing impact of Web3 and decentralized technologies on the future of b...2025-01-0820 min
Jewish Money Matters394: Demystifying Real Estate Investing with Atara Twersky (Encore)B”H This episode first aired on Jewish Money Matters on December 12, 2022 Real estate, as my guest today suggests, is still some sort of boys’ club. Fortunately, we have women like Atara Twersky helping change that. Atara is on a mission to help professional women understand Real Estate as an asset class, and helping […]
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Bridging the Gap: Real Estate for WomenKim Wendland: Inspired by 4 women! Who Is Your Inspiration?Kim Wendland is co-founder and Director of Asset Management at Quattro Capital. Kim has always had an entrepreneurial spirit, but she credits her real estate success to the influence of 4 women!
Who has played a role in influencing your career choices?
Dolly, Helen, Carol, and Rita - 4 women who helped shape Kim’s transition into Real Estate.
Dolly was in her late 70’s and flipping houses. Helen spent her life accumulating farms and land which eventually turned into millions of dollars. Carol borrowed money from her father to buy her first rental property, eventual...2023-06-1935 minBridging the Gap: Real Estate for WomenWomen in Real Estate: Partnering with Your Spouse in Life and in Real Estate!Working with your spouse has many pros and sometimes a few cons.
For Debbie Wilcox, it was mostly pros. Debbie partnered in life and in business with her husband. The couple owned a swimming pool business for 32 years. They made many connections and loved having their own business.
Two years ago, Debbie upended her life and moved from Hawaii to the Mainland in California to try her hand at real estate.
Her journey with her husband in their new venture is not just about making money but also finding meaning in sharing what t...2023-06-1227 minBridging the Gap: Real Estate for WomenHanna Osundina and Her Journey in Paving the Way for Black Women in the Property Industry in London!Hanna Osundina is reimagining real estate for women!
Hanna Osundina, Founder of the Black Women in Real Estate or "BWRE" based in the UK, established the movement as a way to connect with other black women in the real estate industry with the goal of creating opportunities for black women to create a supportive network across the industry. Hanna struggled to find women like herself in her chosen field. BWRE was born out of Hanna's desire to help other women like herself to find community, network, and connect.
Hanna is also the Managing Director and...2023-03-0626 minBridging the Gap: Real Estate for WomenDisrupting the Real Estate Game: Insights from Ash PatelAsh Patel is a seasoned commercial real estate investor with over 10 years of experience in the industry. He got into real estate by accident while working a W2 job and has since transitioned into a full-time investor in non-residential commercial properties, including office, warehouse, industrial, medical, and ground up development.
Ash believes in out of the box thinking and is not afraid to venture into commercial real estate instead of the more popular route of residential properties with showers, kids, and pets.
Ash is also the host of a daily real estate podcast, "The Best...2023-02-2031 minBridging the Gap: Real Estate for WomenDr. Nancy Huynh: Ophthalmologist and Real Estate InvestorNancy Huynh, MD is an ophthalmologist, surgeon, and real estate investor. Nancy was born to immigrant parents and was always taught the value of money and the need to save for rainy days. Like many other professionals, Nancy followed a traditional path of working hard in school, advancing to medical school, and obtaining a secure and good-paying job. With a few twists and turns, Nancy found her way to real estate investing.
Nancy is now the Founder and CEO of Clear Vision Investing, a real estate investment company that assists physicians with passive investment in real estate...2023-02-0625 minJewish Money Matters296: Demystifying Real Estate Investing with Atara TwerskyB”H Real estate, as my guest today suggests, is still some sort of boys’ club. Fortunately, we have women like Atara Twersky helping change that. Atara is on a mission to help professional women understand Real Estate as an asset class, and helping them invest, so that they can spend time doing the things they […]
The post 296: Demystifying Real Estate Investing with Atara Twersky appeared first on Yael Trusch.2022-12-1200 minBridging the Gap: Real Estate for WomenTrevor McGregor: The 5 Freedoms for LifeAre you looking to achieve different kinds of freedom in life?! Would that be even possible??? Trevor McGregor, a real estate investor, a business strategist, and a master coach says YES!
2022-11-0233 minBridging the Gap: Real Estate for WomenDr. Vikram Raya: A Skilled Cardiologist turned Real Estate InvestorDr. Vikram Raya, a cardiologist by training and a functional medicine physician realized that many of his peers had disposable income but were unsure what to do with it. He founded Limitless MD and Viking Capital where Vik is both a coach and property owner.
Tune in as Atara and Vik share secrets of the trade and talk all things multifamily investing, and being a sponsor, with a bit of life advice thrown in for fun and good measure2022-11-0224 minBridging the Gap: Real Estate for WomenMultifamily Syndication Champion Vinney “Mr. Smiles” Chopra and His Success StoryVinney Chopra, popularly known as Mr. Smiles, is a real estate entrepreneur, coach, multifamily investor, and syndicator, who has successfully completed 35 syndications and owns property valued at over $500 million dollars. He is also the owner of a property management company and has over 6,000 units under management. Vinney is the author of the best-selling books "Apartment Syndication Made Easy: A Step-by-Step Guide" and "Positivity Brings Profitability". Before venturing into real estate in the U.S., Vinney was a mechanical engineer in India, moved to Washington, and received an MBA in Marketing. With only seven dollars in his pocket, he started...2022-10-1728 minBridging the Gap: Real Estate for WomenSarah Weaver: Adventure AwaitsEver Wish you could travel the world without care?! Is that even possible??
Sarah Weaver, real estate entrepreneur and self-proclaimed nomad has made it work!
Sarah Weaver is a world traveler, a real estate investor and entrepreneur, a coach, and a consultant at Sarah Weaver Coaching. Sarah first fell in love with Real Estate in Austin, TX where she began her career as a real estate agent with Keller Williams Realty. Sarah also organizes retreats for business owners and real estate investors providing the most current information that impacts their investments. In order to motivate r...2022-09-2640 minBridging the Gap: Real Estate for WomenSam Liebman: Founder, CEO, and Best-selling Author of Real Estate Book “Harvard Can’t Teach What You Learn from the Streets”Sam Liebman is the Founder and CEO of WealthWay Equity and the best-selling author of the real estate book “Harvard Can't Teach What You Learn from the Streets: The Street Success Guide to Building Wealth through Multi-Family Real Estate”. Sam spent the early part of his career building an empire. Now he devotes much of his time to teaching others the many hard lessons he learned on his journey to financial freedom! Sam is the owner of 70+ properties and is a born and bred New Yorker in every way!
2022-09-2637 minBridging the Gap: Real Estate for WomenRuben Greth: From Social Media to Capital Raising and Multifamily Real Estate AcquisitionFounder of Legacy Acquisitions and host of the Capital Raiser's podcast, Ruben Greth is a real estate investor and a Multifamily Fund Manager who hosts a really cool podcast where he interviews successful syndicators and educates people on the best practices in capital raising, multifamily syndication, and other real estate investments. He began his real estate career in the world of social media, where he parlayed video content into successful capital raises totaling multi-millions of dollars in a short span of time. Ruben also specializes in passive investing, apartment investing, partnering with investors, build to rent Investing, multifamily syndication...2022-07-0733 minBridging the Gap: Real Estate for WomenYonah Weiss: What is Cost Segregation? And can it help me to save money on my investments?Yonah Weiss is a real expert in Cost Segregation and the intricacies of ensuring that investors save taxes through cost segregation. Yonah’s background in teaching and his passion for real estate has propelled him to the top of his field in finding ways to help his clients in this esoteric area. Yonah is also the host of his own podcast Weiss Advice.
If you are a property investor, you might be asking, “When is the best time to conduct cost segregation?” “What are its benefits?” Find out in this new episode of Bridging the Gap: Real Estate for Wom...2022-06-1325 minBridging the Gap: Real Estate for WomenScott Carson, Founder and CEO of WeCloseNotes.com, Host of The Note Closer Show is all about investing in Distressed Notes and he shares his secrets for FREE on this episode!Scott Carson is the founder and CEO of WeCloseNotes.com, a real estate company whose focus is on buying pools of distressed assets in residential and commercial properties. He is also a nationally syndicated radio host of the popular podcast The Note Closer Show which has millions of listeners around the globe and across 130 countries! If you are an investor and interested in this asset class, tune in to this episode as Scott details the actual mechanics of investing in distressed notes whether they are residential or commercial ones! He is also one of the most fun guests to t...2022-05-3136 minBridging the Gap: Real Estate for WomenBridging the Gap: Real Estate for Women - Let’s begin our real estate journey today!The countdown begins: My new podcast-- Bridging the Gap: Real Estate for Women airing soon!
I invited amazing guests and dynamic industry experts in the real estate industry so be sure to stay tuned in the coming days!
2022-05-1102 minBridging the Gap: Real Estate for WomenPanayiotis Lambropoulos: Portfolio Manager at the Employee Retirement System of TexasPanayiotis Lambropoulos, Portfolio Manager at the Employees Retirement System of Texas-- a $35B public fund located in Austin, Texas, works in the hedge funds department on a team of managers. Panayiotis brings his diverse background, being born and raised in Greece until he was 13 years old, as well as his prior experience working for a Japanese Hedge fund, to work he does on behalf of Texas ERS. As one of the large public funds in the U.S., Panayiotis has a lot of experience that funds of all sizes can learn from.
2022-02-0940 minPensions and Investments PodcastPanayiotis Lambropoulos: Portfolio Manager at the Employee Retirement System of TexasPanayiotis Lambropoulos, Portfolio Manager at the Employees Retirement System of Texas-- a $35B public fund located in Austin, Texas, works in the hedge funds department on a team of managers. Panayiotis brings his diverse background, being born and raised in Greece until he was 13 years old, as well as his prior experience working for a Japanese Hedge fund, to work he does on behalf of Texas ERS. As one of the large public funds in the U.S., Panayiotis has a lot of experience that funds of all sizes can learn from.
2022-02-0940 minPensions and Investments PodcastKathryn Sollmann: a Founder, Coach, Speaker, an Advocate, a WomanWomen in Business need to support one another! We are on the same team and Kathryn Sollmann, founder of The 4 Jobs Club, an online community of women assists women in navigating their many roles as moms, caregivers, and career women. Kathryn, quoted in the NY Times, is the author of the book “Ambition Redefined: Why the Corner of Office is Not for Every Woman & What to Do Instead”. If you are a woman with any type of job and other responsibilities (who isn’t?!!) this episode is for you!
2022-01-2524 minBridging the Gap: Real Estate for WomenKathryn Sollmann: a Founder, Coach, Speaker, an Advocate, a WomanWomen in Business need to support one another! We are on the same team and Kathryn Sollmann, founder of The 4 Jobs Club, an online community of women assists women in navigating their many roles as moms, caregivers, and career women. Kathryn, quoted in the NY Times, is the author of the book “Ambition Redefined: Why the Corner of Office is Not for Every Woman & What to Do Instead”. If you are a woman with any type of job and other responsibilities (who isn’t?!!) this episode is for you!
2022-01-2524 minBridging the Gap: Real Estate for WomenFahem Almusa describes the safety and convenience in investing in DubaiThe UAE (United Arab Emirates) is bursting with business opportunities. In this Episode, I speak with Fahem Almusa who is the Director for the Internal Audit and Accounting Advisory at Crowe UAE which is one of the Key Economic Country (KEC) within the Crowe Global network. Crowe is ranked as one of the top 10 largest accounting networks in the UAE ( by the International Accounting Bulletin). Fahem is U.S. educated but lives in the UAE so he really understands the global conversation!
2022-01-1125 minPensions and Investments PodcastFahem Almusa describes the safety and convenience in investing in DubaiThe UAE (United Arab Emirates) is bursting with business opportunities. In this Episode, I speak with Fahem Almusa who is the Director for the Internal Audit and Accounting Advisory at Crowe UAE which is one of the Key Economic Country (KEC) within the Crowe Global network. Crowe is ranked as one of the top 10 largest accounting networks in the UAE ( by the International Accounting Bulletin). Fahem is U.S. educated but lives in the UAE so he really understands the global conversation!
2022-01-1125 minBridging the Gap: Real Estate for WomenRichard Wilson: Founder of The Family Office Club; An Entrepreneur, A Best-Selling Author, A Business LeaderAs a child, Richard Wilson was already attending his father’s business meetings. By the time he was in High School, Richard was a full-fledged entrepreneur; by the age of 21, he was earning 6 figures. From risk consulting to raising capital, Richard ventured into the world of family offices with the goal of providing trends in structuring deals and opportunities for wealthy family offices to connect with each other, share insights, and learn from each other's ups and downs. Richard Wilson is the Founder and CEO of The Family Office Club—the #1 largest association of over 2000 registered ultra-wealthy families and thei...2021-12-0925 minPensions and Investments PodcastRichard Wilson: Founder of The Family Office Club; An Entrepreneur, A Best-Selling Author, A Business LeaderAs a child, Richard Wilson was already attending his father’s business meetings. By the time he was in High School, Richard was a full-fledged entrepreneur; by the age of 21, he was earning 6 figures. From risk consulting to raising capital, Richard ventured into the world of family offices with the goal of providing trends in structuring deals and opportunities for wealthy family offices to connect with each other, share insights, and learn from each other's ups and downs. Richard Wilson is the Founder and CEO of The Family Office Club—the #1 largest association of over 2000 registered ultra-wealthy families and thei...2021-12-0925 minPensions and Investments PodcastBlair Nicholas: From Attorney to Vineyard Owner in Dundee HillsThe word attorney conjures up many images, some less likable than others. Sometimes this distaste for lawyers is rooted in reality and other times it is not. But every now and again you will meet a lawyer who has changed course and taken a new route and this change informs who they become. My guest, Blair Nicholas, was one of my former legal competitors (friendly ones of course) and yet we crossed over into real conversation as Blair shares his journey in finding a new path as a Vineyard owner and the deep connection he feels with the land in...2021-11-0925 minBridging the Gap: Real Estate for WomenBlair Nicholas: From Attorney to Vineyard Owner in Dundee HillsThe word attorney conjures up many images, some less likable than others. Sometimes this distaste for lawyers is rooted in reality and other times it is not. But every now and again you will meet a lawyer who has changed course and taken a new route and this change informs who they become. My guest, Blair Nicholas, was one of my former legal competitors (friendly ones of course) and yet we crossed over into real conversation as Blair shares his journey in finding a new path as a Vineyard owner and the deep connection he feels with the land in...2021-11-0925 minBridging the Gap: Real Estate for WomenWhat does it take for public pension reforms to have lasting, meaningful, and important change?Len Gilroy is the Vice President of government reform Reason Foundation. In this episode, listen in as we continue our conversation on pension reform and the collaborative approach to making lasting, meaningful, and important changes and how restructuring your public pension funds can help address underfunding issues and secure future benefits for those in the public sector. Secure the future you have for yourself and your loved ones. Tune in now!
2021-10-2719 minBridging the Gap: Real Estate for WomenIs Your Public Pension Plan Underfunded? You Are Not Alone! A Majority of Public Funds Find Themselves In Need of MoneyLen Gilroy has devoted his career to the Public Pension Fund World and to ensuring their longevity. As Vice President at the Reason Foundation Len's mission is to ensure that public pension funds remain healthy and robust. Len has testified before Congress and written for numerous publications including a recent op-ed in the Wall Street Journal. Len and his foundation were at the forefront of the recent reform undertaken on behalf of Texas ERS. Len assisted policymakers and other stakeholders in designing, analyzing, and implementing public sector pension reforms to promote solvent and sustainable retirement systems that provide security...2021-10-1229 minBridging the Gap: Real Estate for WomenRupert Bull Co-Founder and CEO of The Disruption HouseFintech! If you are an investor, Fintech is definitely an asset class to take notice of and Rupert Bull is a man to take notice of! Rupert is Co-Founder and CEO of The Disruption House, a company whose mission is to assist financial technology services and financial institutions to accelerate their discovery of and engagement with each other on a global basis. The Disruption House partners with over 50 global and regional banks and asset managers on their mission to do risk and fast track new technology adoption across the global financial service industry and beyond. Rupert aims to increase the...2021-09-2022 minBridging the Gap: Real Estate for WomenCan My Pension Fund Benefit From Collection and Recovery of Tax Services? Yes!Perhaps your fund is not recovering all monies owed to them?! Enter Ari Davidowitz! : Tax Recovery Expert, Managing Director of WTax. Ari works hard to recover tax withholdings for clients worldwide. This is a complicated area of shareholder recoveries but Ari makes it easy to understand and will be instrumental in putting money back into your fund’s portfolio. Ari is also a committed husband and a fun and loving dad. Listen to our conversation and we share the process, risks, and benefits of tax withholdings and tax refunds.
2021-08-1122 min
Bridging the Gap: Real Estate for WomenFormer General Counsel for Oppenheimer Funds and Legal Expert at Brown UniversityAri Gabinet is a lecturer in international and public affairs at Brown University. He has spent more than 30 years in the securities law field as a trial lawyer as well as most recently general counsel of Oppenheimer Funds a $250 billion mutual fund- his expertise in the field of securities litigation is unparalleled. Ari also plays the guitar and surfs- he is interesting and fun and a wealth of information!
2021-05-2538 min
Bridging the Gap: Real Estate for WomenCan My Pension Fund Benefit From Tax Recovery Services? Yes!Tax Recoveries may seem complicated, but they are actually a really simple way for funds to increase their recoveries on foreign equity investments in their portfolios. Ari Davidowitz is Managing Director at W-tax and services institutional clients globally. Located in South Africa, Ari and W-tax have offices around the globe. Listen to this episode and find out why how recovering unclaimed funds can be made easier than ever.2021-05-0521 min
Changing the CourseSalva Dut, one of the Lost Boys of Sudan is making a difference!A Long Walk to Water by Linda Sue Parks, is a NY Times Bestseller detailing the harrowing walk of an 11 year old boy Salva Dut from his hometown in South Sudan to refuge in Ethiopia. Salva was just a child sitting in a classroom dreaming about lunchtime when his life fell apart. As one of the Lost Boys of Sudan, Salva walked hundreds of miles to safety encountering untold horrors and losses along the way. Salva somehow managed to find the hero inside himself and after coming to America and finishing college, he decided to give back to his people...2021-02-2734 min
Changing the CourseAllyn Rose, Miss America Contestant and Sports Illustrated Model-thrives after Double MastectomyAllyn Rose, a former Miss America contestant lost her mom when she was just 16 years old. Her family history of breast cancer forced her to re-examine her life and her breasts. After choosing a preventive double mastectomy, Allyn was featured as a model in the Sports Illustrated swimsuit edition. Taking control of her life and choosing to break the chain of cancer, Allyn founded a non-profit called The Previvor to raise breast cancer awareness and educate women on their options.
2021-02-2439 min
Changing the CourseMenage Modern Vintage and Chiara, featured in the NY Times, are outfitting the cast of Netflix's hit show, The Crown!Thrifting clothes was just a passion of Chiara Menage before she decided to turn it into a small business where she listed and sold the used vintage and modern clothes she found. Through a twist of fate, Chiara was contacted by the costume designer of Netflix's hit series The Crown and many of her products can now be seen worn by Princess Diana in the most recent season.
2021-01-2730 min
Changing the CourseDress Code Discrimination in Schools with Dr. Rebecca RabyProfessor Rebecca Raby, sociologist and expert on childhood and adolescents has done extensive research on dress codes in school and the very negative and discriminatory impact this has on girls which can affect them for years to come. Rebecca is measured and soft spoken in her tone but her words are powerful and her message is thought provoking. Protecting your child from the negative implications of being dress coded is an important part of protecting who they are now and ensuring who they will become!
2021-01-2030 min
Changing the Course(Part 2) Mom, Attorney, and Change Maker Faith Fox, Discusses Discrimination in Schools After Her Son was Wrongfully ExpelledRecently featured in the NY Times, Faith Fox is an attorney and single mom who wasn't seeking the spotlight but became someone to reckon with when her son's 9th grade class introduced a book assignment that she felt was inappropriate, especially as he is one of only 2 black children in the classroom. Faith's son was a straight A student and rising basketball star but he was expelled nonetheless. Faith stood up for what she believed was right. What do we teach our children, when we punish them and their parents for taking a stand??
2021-01-1326 min
Changing the Course(Part 1) Mom, Attorney, and Change Maker Faith Fox, Discusses Discrimination in Schools After Her Son was Wrongfully ExpelledRecently featured in the NY Times, Faith Fox is an attorney and single mom who wasn't seeking the spotlight but became someone to reckon with when her son's 9th grade class introduced a book assignment that she felt was inappropriate, especially as he is one of only 2 black children in the classroom. Faith's son was a straight A student and rising basketball star but he was expelled nonetheless. Faith stood up for what she believed was right. What do we teach our children, when we punish them and their parents for taking a stand??
2021-01-0635 min
Bridging the Gap: Real Estate for WomenCynthia Ruiz Predicts how Covid with affect 2021 Investments and MarketsCynthia M. Ruiz holds the powerful role of President for LACERS (LOs Angeles City Employee Retirement System) where she oversees a multibillion-dollar pension portfolio. But that is just one of her many roles. Cynthia is also a Professor, Executive Coach, Best Selling Author, Inspirational Speaker and Leadership Expert. Her focus is developing other leaders through her thriving Executive Coaching business where she helps transform some of LA’s top executives into powerful leaders. She has developed programs and management tools and is a recognized leader in her field. Cynthia's can trace her roots to the Native American community and gi...2020-12-1535 min
Bridging the Gap: Real Estate for WomenDarrell Cobbins: Civic Leader, Real Estate Executive and former Memphis Board memberDarrell Cobbins is a man of many varied interests and boundless talents.
Darrell is a recognized leader in his community. Appointed by the Mayor of Memphis, he served on the Steering Committee for the Regional Development Business Plan which works to develop long-range strategic business models for the Memphis Region. The Mayor of Memphis also appointed Darrell to serve on the Board of Trustees for the Memphis Light, Gas and Water, the nation’s largest municipally owned company. Darrell was eventually appointed the chairman of this board and in this capacity Darrell also served as the chairman of the $1.3 billi...2020-12-0928 min
Bridging the Gap: Real Estate for WomenNew York Times, Economics Writer, Nelson Schwartz, talks to me about velvet rope economy, covid and more!Nelson Schwartz, esteemed NY Times Economics and Business writer is also the best-selling author of the Velvet Rope Economy, a fascinating that really hits home!
2020-12-0135 min
Changing the CourseNYC Mayor Campaign Manager Rick Fromberg talks about election results and more!NYC Mayor Campaign Manager Rick Fromberg weighs in on our recent election. Rick has been a campaign manager for NYC Mayor Bill De Blasio, Hillary Clinton, and others. He has been watching this election carefully and today he weighs on voter counting, voter turn-out and voter-fraud! Listen to this episode if you want to be up on the latest!
2020-11-1839 min
Bridging the Gap: Real Estate for WomenThe Country will soon have the first black female VP, Sherry Menor-McNamara- is Hawaii's First female and Asain President at the Chamber of CommerceSherry Menor-McNamara is the youngest and first female President and CEO in the 170-year history of the Chamber of Commerce Hawaii, as well as the first Asian to serve as the leader of a State Chamber, and under her leadership, the Chamber won the 2018 ACCE State Chamber of the Year, and in 2019, won two national Council of State Chambers awards. She has lived in several major cities, including Tokyo, New York, Washington D.C., Los Angeles and London, working for companies including: Sony Corporation, Sony Pictures Entertainment, Estee Lauder Company, Field Group, Elton John Production and “60 Minutes” news magazine show...2020-11-1734 min
Bridging the Gap: Real Estate for WomenAri Meisel productivity machine is all about doing less and being more.Ari Meisel is the best-selling author of several books including The Art of Less Doing and The Replaceable Founder. He is a self-described Overwhelmologist whose insights into personal and professional productivity have earned him the title, “The Guru’s Guru.” He can be heard on international stages speaking to thought leaders and influencers, and for those who prefer the written word, Ari’s blog posts offer immediate and actionable advice for entrepreneurs seeking replaceability/
2020-11-1131 min
Changing the CourseOlivia Troye, Former Coronavirus Task Force member Tells TRUTH about White HouseOlivia Troye, is brave and honest and real. This former Member of the Corona Task Force and aide to Vice President Mike Pence details what it really felt like working at the White House, during these challenging times. As Mike Short, Chief of Staff to Mike Pence is diagnosed with Covid, Olivia recalls how mask wearing was frowned upon and how the culture of fear in the White House permeated. What led Olivia, a lifelong Republican and person who really cared about her job and the American people to finally say "no more". Taking a stand and swimming against the tide i...2020-10-2856 min
Bridging the Gap: Real Estate for WomenSulema Peterson - Administrator at SACRSSulema Peterson serves as the Executive Director of the State Association of County Retirement Systems (SACRS), where she is responsible for the implementation of the association's strategic plan and visions, management of all events, editor of all publications including SACRS Magazine, and overseeing the day-to-day business operations for the association. Sulema is passionate about the people and funds she works with and her leadership at SACRS and other organizations reflects this commitment. Sulema is a role model for anyone working in the Pension Fund World; understanding that connection and camaraderie with other retirement systems ultimately leads to growth and...2020-10-2730 min
Changing the CourseAtara's son and daughter on going to school during Covid!Do you want to know what in-person school is really like? From real kids? During Corona?!! Listen to Elie and Ari, 2 of my adorable children who are in middle and lower school in person! You will get the real scoop straight from those in the actual trenches! Elie and Ari discuss recess, wearing a mask all day and social distancing in the classroom! Whether your child is learning virtually or in person, you won't want to miss this one!!
2020-10-2115 min
Bridging the Gap: Real Estate for WomenGeorge Graham, Director of the Yorkshire Pensions AuthorityGeorge is the director of this multi billion dollar public fund in Yorkshire England, where he is responsible for the management of all aspects of the Authority’s activity. A man who understands who his members are and the best way to provide for them, ensuring the viability of his fund and the security of his fund members is his top priority. Meet the Man behind one of UK's large public funds; you will learn not just about good management, but management with a heart.
2020-10-2046 min
Changing the CourseBarry Shore: A former Quadriplegic with a story that will make you want to be your best self!Barry is a serial entrepreneur, who started a movement that has Forbes and Oprah talking about! Find out more about this one-of-a-kind man on this week's Episode!
2020-10-1447 min
Bridging the Gap: Real Estate for WomenNathan Magsig: Chairman of the Fresno County Employees Retirement AssociationNathan Magsig, the 2 term Mayor of Clovis is my guest! Nathan currently serves as chairman of the Fresno County Board of Supervisors, so he knows how to manage a Pension System and a City. Nathan is more than just your "average" manager. A man of multiple talents and varied interests, Nathan has devoted his life in service of others. On this podcast, you will learn how he chairs the Fresno Retirement System;' of course we talk all about pension funds and the innovative ways to ensure our portfolio remains profitable, but you will also get to know a ve...2020-10-1232 min
Changing the CourseNancy Stearns Bercaw- Author, journalist, 17x Olympic Trial QualifierNancy Stearns Bercaw is a seventeen-time NCAA All-American athlete and was inducted into the University of South Florida's Athletic Hall of Fame in 2009. Her writing has appeared in publications around the world, including the New York Times, the Huffington Post, the Korea Herald, U.S. News & World Report, Abu Dhabi's Tempo magazine, and ScaryMommy.com. She is the author of Brain in a Jar: A Daughter's Journey through Her Father's Memory and a contributor to Chicken Soup for the Soul: Living with Alzheimer's and Other Dementias.
2020-09-3031 min
Changing the CourseJane Green, 17x NY Times Best selling author! And mom of six!Jane Green is a NY Times Best selling author, mom of six and all around interesting person. She has been part of the ABC News Time, has had her own show on BBC Radio London and regularly appears on TV and radio. As if that wasn't enough, she is a graduate of the International Culinary Institute of New York , amateur decorator and passionate gardener. As a mom of SIX how does she find the time??? Find out in this week's Episode
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Changing the CourseRabbi Marc Schneier Uniting communities around the WorldRabbi Marc Schneier is the founding Rabbi of one of the pre-eminent synagogues in the world. But he is not just a Rabbi. He is a visionary and a leader and he has dedicated his life to finding commonalities and healing divisiveness among the black and white community. Listen to this podcast and you will learn how one man with a vision can be instrumental in bringing about change. You wlll also hear about Marc's acting with Sara Jessica Parker, of Sex and the City, you won't want to miss this one!
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Bridging the Gap: Real Estate for WomenLarry Bradley: Executive Secretary Treasurer of NEBF! A Leader and a visionary!Larry Bradley is an important man in the world of Unions. Recognized for his expertise in the industry, he has been a CEO for over two decades of one of the largest Unions in the Country. But Larry is way more than "just" a CEO
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Changing the CourseAngela Williamson- Meet the Real Rosa Parks, the woman who refused to move to the back of the bus.Dr. Angela Williamson is a filmmaker, speaker, educator and author of the bestselling children's book, My Life with Rosie: A Bond Between Cousins, released on Juneteeth in celebration of the real woman behind the story everyone thinks they know. Dr. Angela is a woman with vision and heart which she brings full force to the work she does and the book she recently authored. Married to Rosa Parks cousin, Angela got an up close- look into the real woman who was at the heart of the segregation movement. Listen to the Episode and you too will meet the Real Rosie!2020-07-1535 min
Changing the CourseWinn Claybaugh, CEO of Paul Mitchell Salon Schools, author, philanthropist- must say schools the guy is driving me crazy!Winn Claybaugh has been CEO of Paul Mitchell Hair Salons Schools for two decades so he knows hair and beauty. But he also knows people and is a man of big ideas, big dreams and a big heart. We can all learn from each other but some of us are natural motivators; Winn Claybaugh has been named by CNN as one of the top motivational speakers! Listen to this podcast and you will understand why. He truly believes in making a difference and his words of wisdom resonate so deeply . I like to call it wisdom with heart and soul...2020-07-0134 min
Bridging the Gap: Real Estate for WomenPension Trends Plus with Atara - Introduction2020-06-2202 min
Pensions and Investments PodcastPension Trends Plus with Atara - Introduction2020-06-2202 min
Changing the CourseEli Beer Unites people around the world as he saves lives with his revolutionary approach to Emergerency ResponseEli Beer was just a six year old boy when he witnessed a bombing. The memory stayed with him for a long time and he promised himself that one day he would save lives. Eli is a man who keeps his word and then some. In this week's Episode of Changing the Course, Eli talks about his miraculous recovery from the Coronavirus from intubation to extubation as he retells the chilling memories of being sedated for 30 days. His story is one of hope and of survival but ultimately his story is one of heroism. We can all be heroes in our everyda...2020-06-1734 min
Changing the CourseIn this Episode we speak to a renowned NYS School Principal on her take on what things will look like in the Fall!Ellen O'Niell is a school prinipical in NYS. She likes to think outside the box and is trying to collaborate with other educators to follow guidelines and safely navigate the new school year for our children. Listen to this Episode and you will get the inside scoop on what goes on behind the scenes and in the minds of those leading the charge!
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Changing the CourseJace Chapman- Netflix Child Star in Healing Powers of Dude and a Mountaineer all at age 13If you haven't heard the name Jace Chapman yet, I promise you will! Jace was the hit of the acclaimed Netflix series, Healing Powers of Dude, which tackles anxiety in children in a whole new way. Jace is a self motivated actor, mountaineer and oldest party of five! He has climbed and reached Summits at age 11, helped save his dad's life and wants to use his influence to help those less fortunate realize their dreams. Where do you find a child like this?? Jace Chapman- we are really excited to see what the world has in store for you!
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Changing the CourseMartino Cartier returns in part 2 find out where he really comes from and more!Martino is someone who breaks all molds and defies traditional stereotypes. Adopted at birth, he spent much of his childhood with an abusive father. Many years later he will find the opportunity to retrace his roots and go back to where he came from. We are all a product of both our upbringing and our ancestry- listen to this episode and you will be inspired to find out where you are most deeply rooted! You will also get one of the easiest and best curly girl tips ever!!2020-05-2026 min
Changing the CourseMartino Cartier: "America’s most sought-after stylist" by W Magazine and Founder of "Wigs and Wishes"Martino Cartier has been named "America's most sought after stylist" by W Magazine, but even more impressive than his styling abilities are big heart, open mind and extraordinary ability to inspire all those he comes in contact with. As founder of Wigs and Wishes, Martino ensures that ANYONE who needs a wig due to illness, gets one, no questions asked. As creator of innovative and cutting edge hair styling products he has shown us all that sometimes good people are rewarded by finding more and more good with every turn they take. During corona time, Martino's acts of kindness...2020-05-1322 min
Changing the CourseEgg Freezing: What is it really like? Owner of Jane Do tells us!Are you single? Worried it may be getting too late to have a child? Wanting to get your life in order and "almost perfect" before you thought about this next stage in life?? Jacey Lambros was just like you. Jacey Lambros is a former Rokette in NYC and now an entrepreneur as the owner of Jane Do. On this week's Episode Jacey opens up about her egg freezing journey. You will get a window into the process behind the scenes, the physical procedure and the emotional turmoil. Listen to the Episode and if you are thinking about freezing your eggs to not...2020-05-0627 min
Changing the CourseAngela Santomero- Executive Producer of Blues Clues and Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood!If you and your kids love Blues Clues and Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood- listen to this episode and meet the creator and executive producer! Angela Santomero is so multi talented it's hard to attribute just one or two adjectives to her. But when I think of making a difference and contributing to a positive impact on children, I think of Angela.
Angela began her career in the early 1990's at Nickelodeon. Her Talents were quickly and easily identified and she became executive producer and writer of the very popular kids show Blues Clues. When Fred Rogers died in 2003, "Kevin Mo...2020-04-2930 min
Changing the CourseRosie Quinn Makes Face Masks and Teaches kids to Embrace Alopecia!Rosie Quinn is an 8 year old who is wise beyond her years, adorable in spirit and soul and kind to the core! We had the pleasure of interviewing Rosie and her equally awesome mom Paula, founders of Coming Up Rosies, a non-for-profit that teaches children with alopecia and others with hair loss to embrace themselves just as they are.
At Curlee Girlee our mission is to empower girls to love and embrace their unique selves, curly hair or not hair at all. Rosie Quinn embodies uniqueness and teaches us all a lesson about hair! Rosie we can't...2020-04-2230 min
Changing the CourseDr. Leo Galland, Harvard M.D. sheds light on the coronavirusCoronavirus has become synonymous with pain, loss and fear. Make no mistake we are in a war. A war that is affecting even those not directly impacted with health complications. Dr. Leo Galland, Harvard educated, author of many bestselling books and recipient of numerous awards is our guest today to help shed light on the latest developments that his research and team is working on. Listen to this episode and you will find out things about this virus you never knew about!
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Changing the CourseParenting During Quarantine with Rhonda MoskowitzRhonda Moskowitz, a certified parenting coach has helped countless parents and children in so many modern-day struggles. A few months ago, Rhonda came on our show, after being featured in the NY Times, to discuss her views on the impact devices have on our children in this ever-growing world of technology. Today Rhonda is here to help us navigate raising our children during the coronavirus. In a matter of weeks, days even, it feels like everything has changed and parents are at a loss of how to explain things to our children, how to help them be productive, happy, carefre...2020-04-0138 min
Changing the CourseDr. Abdu Sharkawy provides daily updates for the CBC of Canada - when his FB post went viral, he instantly became recognizable across the globeDr. Abdu Sharkawy who is seen regularly on CTV of Canada and was recently interviewed on the Dr. Phil Show, wrote a Facebook post on March 5, that went viral. Dr. Sharkawy detailed his concern that all reason would be lost in the face of the intense feelings of panic everyone is experiencing, March 5 seems like a long time ago and much has changed in the world since then. Dr. Sharkway, from the front lines, is not afraid to admit, that he, along with many other medical professionals, may have initially underestimated the fierceness of this virus, As days progress and th...2020-03-2723 min
Changing the CourseSocial Distancing is lonely but our guest has been using virtual chats to make a community for a while now!Megan Taylor Morrison has been quoted as saying that loneliness equates with less satisfaction, less productivity, less creativity. As someone who had worked from home for many years, she felt lonely much of the time and when she began her work as a life and business coach with clients who worked similarily she noticed they too felt the same. She began co-working groups and both she and her clients found a sense of community even online. Hopefully, the coronavirus will be gone soon and isolation and social distancing will be words of the past but teaching our children and...2020-03-2518 min
Changing the CourseMeet Julia Chebotar, a NYC restaurant owner, private chef and a red-headed curlee girlee!Julia Chebotar practices healthy eating with easy-to-do recipes that busy moms can incorporate into their nighttime repertoire. We learned so many things from Julia. My favorite is that eating seasonally is as or more important than following that "organic" label everywhere. Whether you are a vegan, a vegetarian or a healthy meat- eater; understanding what you are ingesting is what it is all about! We really are what we eat! Julia is all about balance in your diet and your life! Find out how growing up as a red-headed Curlee Girlee made Julia who is she is today!
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Changing the CourseWhat Child/Tween Doesn't Love The Hit Show Victorious?! Chatting With The Show's Writers Was So Fun!When you get the opportunity to chat with the writers of the hit show, Victorious, Erica Spates and Sam Littenberg-Weisberg, you jump at the chance. Especially when those writers are now also the writers and producers of a new hit on Netflix, The Healing Power of Dude, which features Jace Chapman and Sophie Kim in roles that are both touching, funny and engaging all at once.
Social Anxiety is real but often masked well so that those around you can mistake it for "just being shy" or even awkward, maybe even "not that nice" but behind all the mask...2020-03-0435 min
Changing the CourseHarmony by Karate: Can the Ultimate Fighting Tool Really be accompanied by Peace and Harmony?Harmony and Karate- These two words may sound like an oxymoron but Sensi John has somehow managed to turn fighting and peace into an art form. It started in his school in NYC "Harmony By Karate" but soon John became a global movement of countering bullying with peace and pairing Karate with Harmony.
John was featured on countless media outlets including CNN and ABC News and his Harmony Power Awards giving back to communities and countering bullying are melding peace and fighting to create Harmony in children of all walks of life everywhere.
[01:49] Why Har...2020-02-2618 min
Changing the CourseHair Love won the Oscar and our guest was the inspiration behind it all!Hair Love, the short animated film, won the Oscar this year and it is no wonder. The inspiration for this adorable movie was none other than our guest Derrick Culpepper, owner of Active Dads Rule, Derrick strives to be a good example for dads everywhere.
Derrick was going about his routine and just getting his young daughter ready for her school day, but the video he made to show his wife went viral. The rest, as they say, is history. Listen to this episode and find out what happened along the way and why so many people foun...2020-02-1932 min
Changing the CourseTammy Rabideau, NY Times Essayist, chronicles her story of triumph in this week's EpisodeTammy Rabideau's story is as uplifting as it is moving; deeply personal, Tammy's journey with her daughter beside her, will inspire you to keep moving through all life's obstacles. Tammy was homeless not too many New Year's Eves ago, but she pulled herself back up and her young daughter was awarded a full scholarship to a top Ivy League college. Tammy chronicles her story from falling to rising in a beautiful essay, As the Ball Dropped our Life Fell Apart, chosen by Dan Jones, editor for the NY Times Style section's Modern Love column.
Tammy's soft-spoken...2020-02-1235 min
Changing the CourseThe Marriage Story: Listen to attorney, Susan Guthrie discuss this movie and divorcing your spouse- not your child!Deciding to Divorce is never easy, nobody knows that better than Susan Guthrie, divorce attorney and mediator for over 30 years, (but trust me, she doesn't look a day over 40!). Susan is the host of her own podcast- Divorce and Beyond and in her role as a divorce attorney, she has been helping couples make a clean, responsible and cordial break always being mindful of their children and the bond they once shared.
Susan shares her insights and years of experience both as a litigator and mediator in this week's podcast.
Susan has been featured in an...2020-02-0533 min
Changing the CourseNatalie Silverstein, Author of Simple Acts: Your child can do this! No matter their age! And they will be happier and healthier for it!Do you often feel overwhelmed, too busy to read your to-do list let alone add one more thing to your plate? We felt the same way; between raising children, work, business ventures, the struggle of every-day life, we didn't think we had any time left in our busy schedules. But when you want to make time you will be amazed at what happens.
Simple Acts: Of kindness, of giving back, of taking a moment to impact someone around you. Honestly "simple" is a misnomer because really acts of kindness can be hugely impactful, even life-changing which makes o...2020-01-2933 min
Changing the CourseNY Times essayist, My Subway Crush who Crushed me, Zoe Fishman talks about love, loss, single parenting writing and more!The Sunday NY Times Style Section is synonymous for many with sleeping late, lazy Sunday mornings, maybe a cup of coffee by your night table, perhaps a croissant or a donut half-eaten next to your newspaper. For me, The NY Times Style section is about four words: The Modern Love Column. I LOVE the modern love column. I wait for it all week, get excited to know the paper will be at my door, grab it before my husband can crinkle it up, making it harder to find my page. And when it is in my hands I immediately flip...2020-01-2236 min
Changing the CourseIf you have ever been cheated on by your spouse/boyfriend this podcast is for you! Mika Perry gets real on her husband affairs and so much moreMika Perry is put-together, organized, thoughtful, smiling almost picture-perfect. But things are not always what they seem. Several years ago, Mika found out her husband was cheating on her and her world almost fell apart. She wanted to crawl into a corner and not come out but she had a new baby and a husband she did love. Slowly Mika put the pieces back together and in this intimate podcast, she details just how she got through one of the hardest times of her life. When your husband has an affair your world comes crashing down. Life as you know i...2020-01-1531 min
Changing the CourseTedx Speaker - David Di giorgioDavide Digirio- Tedx speaker, best-selling author, motivational speaker. Davide coined two phrases that I absolutely love: “comparanoia” and “being unapologetic”.
Listening to Davide’s Tedx talk was like listening to your wisest friend give you advice. It was calming, smart, and mostly just... true. We know that comparing ourselves to others is bad. We know that children suffer from this tenfold and that the harm this does to their sense of self can be so difficult to undo. We know as parents and educators we need to teach them that comparing themselves to others is counter to their uniqueness...2019-12-1142 min
Changing the CourseDove Real Beauty Sketches' artist Gil Zamora is our acclaimed guest today!Curlee Girlee podcast interviews Gil Zamora of the famed Dove Beauty Sketches
When you look in the mirror, what do you see? All too often, we can be harsh, critical, unforgiving in how we view our reflection. Women and girls particularly fall victim to negativity and self-loathing. Girls as young as eight or nine years old feel the pressures of social media, fitting in and looking just like their friends do.
Dove brand set out to make changes and in doing so they launched The Dove Real Beauty Sketches Campaign. Similar to what we do a...2019-12-0426 min
Changing the CourseAs Curlee Girlee's Got Talent launches into the world of STEM, Atara is our interviewee!At last, you get to know the host behind our Curlee Girlee's Cracking the Kid Code podcast! Atara Twersky, the Mom behind the Curlee Girlee book series and the Curlee Girlee movement and Today Show Style Hero is here answering questions about her incredible new book, Curlee Girlee's Got Talent.
Atara shares that Curlee Grilee has entered a talent show and does not go the traditional way as far as talents are concerned. We find our favorite curly heroine choosing a STEM experiment as her talent. Parents and children everywhere are going to love this book and it...2019-11-2641 min
Changing the CourseWorking Moms- this podcast is for you!- Julie Finn is our guest!Working moms take heed! This podcast is for you! Julie Finn, CEO of the Working Mother's Mentor is our special guest today. Julie went through the system checking all the boxes by attending the best schools, obtaining great degrees and finding herself high on the corporate ladder. Becoming a mom was just one more thing Julie was going to excel it and she did. But despite her success, Julie felt that something was not right and the traditional roles she was placed in were not fulfilling her in the ways she wanted or needed to be fulfilled. "Working Mother's Mento...2019-11-2032 min
Changing the CourseDevices: Are they ruining our children- Rhonda Moskowitz, a quoted NY Times Expert weighs in.Rhonda Moskowitz, an expert recently featured in the NY Times, Style section, is our amazing guest on today's podcast. Technology is fantastic and has so many upsides both at home and in the classroom, but when devices overtake our lives, our home, and our children suffer. Rhonda explains the pitfalls of devices, how children do better with a pen in hand rather than a keyboard and how the endless hours on phones or computers negatively affect their brains. Rhonda further explains that there is an actual phenomenon called "Persuasive Design" which makes it nearly impossible to stop watching once we...2019-11-1338 min
Changing the CourseWhat to tell your curly haired child when she is feeling bad about her hair from NaturallyCurlyNaturallycurly.com is a name recognized by curly girls everywhere- on this week's episode, we interviewed one of the founders of Naturallycurly.com, Michelle Breyer. Michelle began her career as a broadcast journalist but her hair got in the way, literally! Michelle knew she needed to create a community for curly women to discuss, debate and decide on best hair products, best styling techniques and best hair care for curly girlies. Along the way she realized that her work in this area was making a difference. She gave up her day job to focus on Naturallycurly.com. Today this websi...2019-11-0625 min
Changing the CourseDave's Killer Bread: The Founder details his journey from prison to baking breads!Dave Dahl- founder of Dave’s Killer Bread: If you love healthy, whole-grain breads, his name is synonymous with the best bread known to mankind. But Dave’s story is more really one of transformation. Dave was homeless, then in prison with little hope of a promising future and yet somehow he turned his life around and in doing so, he found peace balance and purpose in his life.
Dave’s Killer bread not only makes delicious bread that will feed your family in a natural healthful way but the company’s mission of employing ex-felons teaches us all a less...2019-10-3033 min
the Working Mother’s MentorHelp your kids love themselves, appreciate their uniqueness, and thrive with Curlee Girlee author, Atara Twersky : TWMM 091Atara Twersky is an attorney, author and mom on a mission. Her Curlee Girlee book started a movement to help curly haired girls embrace their curls and love themselves. She lives in New York City with her husband and three children.2019-10-2932 min
Changing the CourseA CNN Hero teaches Kids to Kick Cancer with Karate and taking a breath! CG's Crackin' the Kid Code Podcast #107 A CNN HERO Rabbi G began a non profit organization, Kids Kicking Cancer, after watching his very young daughter die of cancer over 30 years ago. Rather than fall into a hole of despair, Rabbi G decided to channel his grief toward helping other children and their families. His powerful mantra- POWER PEACE PURPOSE and the term he coined and trademarked BREATH BRAKE really speaks volumes for children with cancer. Rabbi G has taken his program globally and you can find him in remote parts of Africa and in small villages in Asia helping children to regain their power in the f...2019-10-2327 min
Changing the CourseTrain Your Mind and Change Your Body! Nadia Murdock Inspires Moms- Podcast Episode #106Breaking a sweat: it seems easy and something everyone wants to do at least once a day but is not. As Nadia Murdock tells us on our podcast Breaking a sweat is not easy when you have a child and a job, finding time to have 5 minutes alone is a challenge; carving out a half hour to stay in shape can at times seem impossible.
We caught up with Nadia Murdock from Nadia Murdock Fit who details her way to fitness, eating and staying healthy, and finding balance in our lives by training our minds and changing...2019-10-1625 minChanging the CourseIf your child has ever had STREP Throat- You need to know about PANDAS on Curlee Girlee's Crackin' the Kid Code Ep #105In this week's episode, we are talking to Taralee O'Malley-Hurff about the important and not very well known topic of PANDAS. Today October 9 is PANDAS Awareness Day and we believe this topic is important for EVERY parent to know about. Your child may come down with a fever, chills and be diagnosed with Strept throat. You go to the doctor, give them antibiotics and you think it is all over. Hopefully, it is, but not always. Taralee's O'Malley Hurff has become a reluctant advocate for PANDAS when her young daughter began exhibiting severe obsessive-compulsive disorder following a strep infection. At fir...2019-10-0937 min
Changing the CourseDr. Ross Greene "On collaborative parenting: How to Reduce Stress and bring Harmony to your Home" on CG's Crackin' the Kid Code Podcast #104Dr. Ross Greene "On collaborative parenting: How to Reduce Stress and bring Harmony to your Home" on CG's Crackin' the Kid Code Podcast #104
The Kids We Lose documentary creator and author of The Explosive Child has a life changing approach for your child. Dr. Ross Greene found that rewarding good behavior and punishing bad behavior with your child does not work! Parents have expectations that some children have difficulty making. The conflict between many children and parents is that expectations are not being met and a child in conflict is feeling frustrated and exploding, causing more conflict. Dr. Greene...2019-10-0228 min
Changing the CourseAuthor Gabrielle Hartley "Better Apart | Can one really divorce gracefully?!" on CG's Crackin' the Kid Code Podcast #103Author Gabrielle Hartley "Better Apart | Can one really divorce gracefully?!" on Crackin' the Kid Code Podcast #103
Gabrielle Hartley is an attorney, mediator, speaker and author. She is known for a unique, non-toxic approach to divorce that she developed over two decades in practice. Gabrielle keeps 99% of her cases out of the courtroom and at the negotiating table as she effectively supports her clients to create a healthy, uplifted post-divorce life for them. Gabrielle served as court attorney for Judge Jeffrey Sunshine in NYC matrimonial court and is a member of the Massachusetts Council on Family Mediation. She currently resides...2019-09-2531 min
Changing the CourseLyss Stern founder of DIVA MOMS "Learn To Be a Diva Mom in a Good Way!" on CG's Crackin' the Kid Code Podcast #102Lyss Stern founder of DIVA MOMS "Learn To Be a Diva Mom in a Good Way!" on CG's Crackin' the Kid Code Podcast #102
Diva Moms founder Lyss Stern is empowering Moms! We talk curls, confidence, kindness and how to raise confident kids while being DIVALYSSIOUS!!
Owning your Motherhood never looked so good with our special guest Lyss Stern! Lyss is the founder of Diva Moms, the marketing company started by Lyss to bring a wide community of Moms to top marketers. She started this company organically and has become an authority of modern-day pa...2019-09-1830 min
Changing the CourseDr. Sarah Weinberger "On Parenting, Body Image and More!" CG's Crackin' the Kid Code Podcast #101
Dr. Sarah Weinberger "On Parenting, Body Image and More!" CG's Crackin' the Kid Code Podcast #101
Dr. Sarah Weinberger - Why HOW we look can negatively impact how we feel- and what to do to ensure this STOPS! Dr. Sarah on parenting, body image, changing our inner narrative and more!
Debuting Our Podcast and Choosing Our First Guest was Fun and Easy
Debuting our podcast, Curlee Girlee's Crackin' the Kid Code was one of the most exciting experiences that Grace and I have shared. Friends first and then business partners, Grace and I teamed up to nav...2019-09-1128 minChanging the CourseCurlee Girlee's Crackin' the Kid Code: Find out what were all about and let's crack the kid code together! Podcast #100Curlee Girlee's Crackin' the Kid Code brings Atara Twersky, founder of curleegirlee.com and Grace Cross, owner of thebabyspot.ca, together in an effort to help us all navigate the road to empowerment and finding balance for ourselves and our children. Between us we are raising five children- two curlee girlees, one baby and a boy! We will host experts and professionals, celebrities and authors and we will all weigh in on an array of important and interesting topics. This is a parenting podcast like no other. So join us as together we work toward Crackin' the Kid Code!
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