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Lily Belcak
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Stilettos on the Ground
An Introduction to Psychedelic Healing
This week's episode is with Jessica Rector - a former Stilettos on the Ground guest. Jessica's last episode focused on her expertise as a pelvic floor physical therapist, but now she's back to speak about something completely different. In 2020, Jessica made a shift to pursue psychedelic healing - which put very simply is inducing a state of elevated consciousness in order to either heal past traumas or access higher versions of the self.It's no secret that the word "psychedelic" has a big stigma attached to it - and this is something Jessica addresses head on during...
2021-02-24
57 min
Stilettos on the Ground
Creating a Space for Community and Connection
This week's episode of Stilettos on the Ground features the founders of The Co-Co, a co-working space and co-learning community based in Summit, NJ. Lily chats with Suzanne Willian, the Chief Executive Officer, Lynne Pagano, the Chief Operating Officer, and Lauren Decker, the Chief Marketing Officer. Suzanne, Lauren, and Lynne joined together to form this community after realizing that they had so many incredible women right in their own backyards that could inspire and learn from each other. Fast forward to today, and they have a vibrant group of women from all walks of life and all different careers...
2021-02-10
34 min
Stilettos on the Ground
Finding Your Purpose and Enjoying Life
Lily chats with Michelle Glogovac, an entrepreneur who runs her own public relations and podcast production company called The MSL Collective. Michelle left the corporate world after nearly 20 years to strike out on her own - and she’s never looked back! The way Michelle talks about her story is so inspiring. She encourages each and every one of us to take control of our lives and do what makes us happy. And she’ll be the first to tell you that having a life you love is not too good to be true. In fact, it’s your purpos...
2021-01-27
39 min
Stilettos on the Ground
A New Mom Asks, 'What About Mamas?'
Brenna Ruiz is back on the podcast to chat about her latest venture, What About Mamas? After Brenna became a mom to a beautiful little boy, she realized that resources dedicated to moms are seriously lacking. So much becomes about the baby after they're born, while moms are often putting their own self care last. Brenna is filling a big void with What About Mamas - she features tons of women's health experts on her blog and she gets pretty real about her own journey as a new mom on social media. Brenna's mission to make sure women are...
2021-01-13
42 min
Stilettos on the Ground
2020 Reflections
For the last episode of 2020, Lily goes behind the scenes of Stilettos on the Ground and reflects on this crazy year.Regular bi-weekly episodes of Stilettos on the Ground will return on January 13th!
2020-12-23
05 min
Stilettos on the Ground
A SoulCycle Instructor's Career Journey
Lily chats with Lisa Boccuzzi, a Senior SoulCycle Instructor who has been with this powerhouse brand since its early days. Lisa doesn't come from a fitness background, which makes for a super interesting story about how she developed this awesome career. During this episode, Lisa hits on so much - her evolution in fitness, opening SoulCycle studios across the country, and what she thinks the future of the fitness industry holds for all of us (post pandemic). Lisa is incredibly upbeat and motivating, and she's sure to leave you hopeful that we can all stay fit and healthy while...
2020-12-09
51 min
Stilettos on the Ground
Photography, Blogging, and Loving NYC
Lily chats with Jackie Clair for this week's episode of Stilettos on the Ground. Jackie is an amazing photographer and blogger who is constantly delighting her audience with beautiful photos and lifestyle content. Jackie runs York Avenue Blog, where she shares interior design and home decor tips, her favorite books, and her NYC adventures. As a photographer, Jackie specializes in family, newborn, and maternity photography, but lately, she's also been working with designers on interior design photography. Needless to say, Jackie does A LOT. During this episode, we chat about how her work has evolved over time and what...
2020-11-25
32 min
Stilettos on the Ground
How to Start a Business and Build a Life as an Entrepreneur
Lily chats with Kimberly Olson, the creator of The Goal Digger Girl. Kimberly works with female entrepreneurs to help them take them take their businesses to the next level with online strategies in sales and marketing. Kimberly has empowering advice for anyone out there looking to grow their own business and she really speaks from the heart - Kimberly turned her life around when she was able to start and scale her own company. Lily and Kimberly had a great conversation about all things social media, growing a business from the ground up, and finding time for yourself and y...
2020-11-11
38 min
Stilettos on the Ground
How to Change Your Mindset Around Eating and Food
Lily chats with Brenda Lomeli, a master certified life coach and a certified holistic nutritionist with an amazing approach to weight loss and healthy living. Brenda helps women change their mindset around eating so they can achieve their goals when it comes to their bodies. Brenda speaks from experience - she struggled with her own weight and body image for decades, but she was ultimately able to make long term changes and truly love her body. Brenda is truly a breath of fresh air because she cuts through the conflicting advice women constantly receive around beauty and weight. She...
2020-10-21
1h 01
Stilettos on the Ground
Starting Over and Overcoming Imposter Syndrome
Lily chats with Natalie Taylor. Natalie is a coach who focuses on helping women take control of their lives, build confidence, and succeed financially. Natalie has an incredible story that informs much of her coaching methodology. She faced unimaginable struggle before she got to where she is today. Natalie is originally from Jamaica, found herself homeless by the age of 14, but then went on to graduate from college in the US and work on Wall Street. As an adult in the professional world, she experienced countless financial struggles and imposter syndrome - but she did the work to move...
2020-10-07
45 min
Stilettos on the Ground
Building a Food Tour Company
Lily chats with Alessia Aron, founder of the food tour company, Beyond the Plate. During this episode, Alessia chats about how she made the transition from corporate America to business owner, her love of travel, and her passion for food and restaurants. Alessia cares so deeply about making people happy and she loves celebrating food and all the culture that comes with it. This episode is truly a food lovers dream!If you're based in or near NJ (where Alessia runs her tours), sign up for a tour with Alessia and Beyond the Plate. They’re back up...
2020-09-23
38 min
Stilettos on the Ground
Creating PATCH10: A Clothing Brand that Bridges Fashion and Medical Functionality
Lily chats with Brynn O’Neill for this week’s episode of Stilettos on the Ground. Brynn is the founder of PATCH10, a clothing brand that bridges medical functionality and fashion for people receiving medical treatment. Brynn decided to start PATCH10 because she saw that our regular clothing makes it difficult to receive intravenous care - and she knew she could help solve this problem for patients. Brynn did tons of research and put in a lot of work to get PATCH10 to where it is today. She just launched and has a really exciting road ahead. Her mission to m...
2020-09-09
32 min
Stilettos on the Ground
A Marketing Strategist's Mission to Boost Solopreneurs and Small Business Owners
Lily chats with Dawn Foster for this week's episode of Stilettos on the Ground. Dawn currently runs her own business as a marketing and brand consultant where she primarily focuses on small business owners and solopreneurs. Dawn comes from a strong marketing background - she's pretty much done it all, from working with massive companies to small corporations. Dawn went off on her own because she saw a need for marketing consultants who could work with any kind of budget and help small business owners thrive. Dawn loves using her expertise to help women and she's especially passionate about...
2020-08-26
31 min
Stilettos on the Ground
Second Act: Redefining Life's Purpose After Setbacks
Lily chats with Barbara Majeski, a lifestyle expert and TV personality. Barbara is the Curator of the Good Life and she’s on a mission to inspire all of us to live with purpose, style, and adventure. Barbara is also the host of the Baring it All Podcast where she goes behind the scenes with her guests to show what success really looks like - not the highlight reel, but the actual grit, challenges, and hard work that success truly requires. Barbara lives life with so much joy and a true sense of purpose - but she didn’t get...
2020-08-12
46 min
Stilettos on the Ground
Career Advice for Every Stage
Lily chats with Christy Noel, a career expert and marketing executive. In addition to building her own noteworthy career, Christy has dedicated much of her time to giving real and relatable job advice to people in all stages of their careers. She's on a mission to help people find jobs they love and thrive as they advance through their careers. During this episode, Christy speaks about her two books coming out this summer and she also offers tons of great insight on things like surviving a job you don't love, networking, and the state of work during (and beyond) t...
2020-07-29
38 min
Stilettos on the Ground
Brightening Our Smiles: An Orthodontist's Journey
Lily chats with Dr. Allie DeGeorge for this week's episode of Stilettos on the Ground. Allie is an orthodontist who owns her own practice in New Jersey, so she's quite the expert on how to keep us all smiling beautifully. During this episode, Allie shares why she became an orthodontist and how she started her own private practice. She's put in countless hours to get where she is today - this road is not for the faint of heart! Allie also gives us great tips on what we should be doing to care for our teeth (hint: you should...
2020-07-15
32 min
Stilettos on the Ground
Going Beyond Pinterest: Finding Your Personality in Home Design
Lily chats with Cara Newhart, the the founder and designer behind Never Skip Brunch and the host of the Make Space Podcast. Cara's mission is to empower women to create homes they love. She's a DIY queen who isn't afraid of power tools and she teaches all of us how to design spaces that authentically reflect who we are. During this episode, Cara chats about how to find your true style and why it's important to dig deeper than pretty Pinterest photos when styling your home. For all the homebodies out there who love all things home design, this...
2020-07-01
36 min
Stilettos on the Ground
Leaving the Classroom to Pursue Photography and Entrepreneurship
Lily chats with Kendra Swalls, a former teacher who left the classroom to run her own full time photography business called Paisley Layne Photography back in 2017. Since then, Kendra has established another venture called Girl Means Business where she helps women start and grow their own businesses. Lily and Kendra chat about listening to your inner voice and pushing aside fear to embrace your true passions. Kendra's story is a reminder that we are all capable of living a life we love - we just have to believe we can do it!Follow Kendra's Photography Business:...
2020-06-17
39 min
Stilettos on the Ground
Running for Manhattan District Attorney
**This episode was recorded on May 3, 2020. A lot has happened since that time, so please keep that in mind as you listen.**Lily chats with Eliza Orlins, a candidate for Manhattan District Attorney. During this episode, Eliza speaks about her background as a public defender and why she's been passionate about advocating for the underdog for her entire career. Eliza stands for so much good and she's incredibly motivated to fight for positive change in our legal system. She is part of the solution that NYC and this country so desperately need right now. To...
2020-06-03
30 min
Stilettos on the Ground
Leading a Company Through the COVID-19 Crisis
Lily chats with Heidi Jannenga. Heidi is the Co-Founder and Chief Clinical Officer of WebPT, which is an electronic medical record company that primarily works with physical therapists, occupational therapists, and speech language pathologists. During this episode, Heidi and Lily chat about what it's been like to lead a company during the COVID-19 crisis and how WebPT is helping its customers respond to the moment. Heidi is also a mom, so she shares how she's been navigating the balance between work and motherhood during this time.Make sure to follow Heidi on LinkedIn at linkedin.com/in...
2020-05-20
35 min
Stilettos on the Ground
Mother's Day Special: An Interview With My Mom
To celebrate Mother’s Day coming up this weekend, Lily sits down with her own mom for an episode of Stilettos on the Ground.A personal note from your host, Lily: Every woman on this podcast is truly amazing to me, but no one in my life has inspired me more than my own mom, so I just had to bring her on. My mom is my best friend, my number one supporter, and my role model. This interview is really special to me - I hope you all love it as much as I did. And fo...
2020-05-06
31 min
Stilettos on the Ground
Creating a Modern Guide For Navigating Wellness
Lily chats with Stefania Romeo and Katherine Griffiths, the founders of Virra, a modern guide for navigating wellness. Stefania and Katherine are best friends who started Virra to provide a comprehensive wellness resource that extends beyond the status quo. Katherine and Stefania reach their audience through content on their website, empowerment coaching, and in-person events. They also host a podcast called This Life Explains It All where they are joined by a vast array of experts in the wellness community who share advice and experiences that can enhance your mind, body, and soul.During their interview, Stefania...
2020-04-22
36 min
Stilettos on the Ground
Embracing Telehealth: A Physical Therapist Adapts to the COVID-19 Pandemic
Lily chats with Bryanna Strang, a physical therapist at an outpatient clinic in San Diego, California. As you can imagine, physical therapy clinics have been severely affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. Many practices have had to close indefinitely - and the ones that can stay open have seen a steep decline in patient visits. This puts PTs in a tough situation, but many are using this time as an opportunity to embrace telehealth, or more specifically, telerehab. Bryanna joined Lily to talk about how she’s adapted her work during this crisis and she shares how patients can benefit fr...
2020-04-08
42 min
Stilettos on the Ground
How to Eat Well Without Giving Up the Foods You Love
This week, Lily talks with Georgette Yacoub. Georgette is the founder of Fuel Your Fitness - a nutrition coaching service that teaches people how to eat for their goals without giving up the foods they love. Georgette started Fuel Your Fitness a few years ago when she was laid of from her corporate job. Now, she’s running a super successful business full time, while also coaching CrossFit and working as a freelance food writer.During the episode, Georgette shares how she got up and running as an entrepreneur and she gives great advice on eating and ex...
2020-04-01
38 min
Stilettos on the Ground
How a Spanish Teacher Built a Career in Marketing
Lily chats with Mariam Jameel. Mariam is a former high school Spanish teacher who made a major career change into marketing. She is currently a Search Engine Optimization Manager at a Marketing Agency called Ledger Bennett, where she works as an extension of LinkedIn's web team. During the episode, Lily and Mariam talk about how she transitioned careers so successfully - it was not easy! Mariam worked on many side hustles to gain experience and was relentless in her pursuit of a new career. She shares how she stuck to her goal and stayed mentally strong through this transformational...
2020-03-25
36 min
Stilettos on the Ground
The Life of a Forensic Psychologist
Lily chats with Brie Pileggi-Valleen. Brie is a forensic psychologist, which means she works within our legal system to psychologically evaluate people charged with various crimes. She is responsible for things like understanding an individual’s competency, whether they are mentally ill and dangerous, and also for evaluating repeat sex offenders to determine risk and how amenable they would be to treatment. This work has brought Brie to many jails and prisons across the country.Brie’s work is super interesting and challenging - and sometimes dangerous. Brie talks about why she's invested in a lot of self...
2020-03-04
53 min
Stilettos on the Ground
From Part Time Blogger to Full Time Entrepreneur
Lily sits down with Jen Tripucka, the founder of the site HobokenGirl.com. Hoboken is a small New Jersey city right across the Hudson River from Manhattan. Jen's lifestyle site, HobokenGirl.com covers pretty much everything going on in Hoboken and Jersey City (another city right across the water from New York). If you head to the site, you can find a ton of great content - restaurant reviews, new store openings, local wellness businesses, volunteer opportunities, and so many more lifestyle topics.Jen and Hoboken girl have also recently expanded to podcasting. Jen's podcast, Tea on...
2020-02-19
39 min
Stilettos on the Ground
Cracking the Career Code
This week, Lily chats with Madeline Mann. Madeline is the founder of Self Made Millennial - a YouTube channel that focuses on career and job search advice. Madeline's YouTube videos are awesome - she tells it like it is and gets right to the point, so you leave feeling like you can actually take some action to improve your career. During this episode, Madeline dives into how she started a successful side business while working full time and she shares a ton of actionable career advice. And for all the people out there who want to start something of...
2020-02-05
36 min
Stilettos on the Ground
Achieving Wellness One Day at a Time
Lily sits down with Kait Turshen, founder of SLFMKR. SLFMKR is a self-care dedicated studio that offers us what we really need to take care of ourselves - meditation, clean beauty products, non-toxic anti-aging tools, and more. While Kait is an expert on healthy and clean living, she wasn't always immune to health issues of her own. During this episode, Kait talks about her experiences with burnout and health scares that required a complete lifestyle overhaul. She also speaks about how small incremental changes can make big differences for our health. Today, Kait lives in Cleveland with her husband...
2020-01-22
39 min
Stilettos on the Ground
A Copywriter's Journey to Fulfillment: Career Growth, Passion Projects, and Finding Balance
Lily interviews Brenna Ruiz for the first Stilettos episode of 2020! Brenna is a Senior Copywriter at an agency in Minneapolis. She is also a published author of a children's book and she's working on a screenplay. Lily and Brenna chat about how she established herself in the Advertising industry and why she dedicates time outside of work to passion projects. Brenna also gets candid about dealing with anxiety and she provides actionable advice for anyone who is feeling overwhelmed by all that life throws at us.Make sure to check out Better with Age, the award winning...
2020-01-08
35 min
Stilettos on the Ground
Reflecting on a Year and a Decade
For the last episode of 2019, Lily goes behind the scenes of Stilettos on the Ground and she shares what she's learned from her guests. She also reflects on the past decade and sets some intentions for 2020.Regular bi-weekly episodes of Stilettos on the Ground will return on January 8th! Episode produced by Wendel Topper: https://createk.us/
2019-12-18
07 min
Stilettos on the Ground
A Scientist's Journey Through Africa
Lily chats with Adrienne Chitayat - scientist, wildlife expert, and world traveler. Adrienne has been living in Africa on and off for several years to pursue scientific research. She first traveled to Kenya when she was 17 for a research project and continued her journey after college when she worked in South Africa and then in Rwanda for her Master’s Degree. For the past 3.5 years, Adrienne has been living in Tanzania working toward her PhD in Conservation Biology. Her research is primarily focused on chimpanzees and biodiversity in the Greater Mahale Ecosystem.During this episode, Adrienne shares wh...
2019-12-04
34 min
Stilettos on the Ground
Celebrating the Ordinary: A Writer's Love of Coffee and Connection
Lily chats with Katie Zurich. Katie is a writer, professor, blogger, and mom. Her blog, Fishing For Fika, is a true gem. The blog's name is of Swedish origin. Fika is a Swedish word that means coffee break - it’s a tradition that offers the opportunity to socialize. Katie’s blog celebrates storytelling, slowing down, and authentic human connection. Katie is also in the midst of writing a book called Inviting Ordinary that is based on the premise that we live in a world that celebrates extremes, which makes it difficult for us to recognize and cherish the ordi...
2019-11-20
44 min
Stilettos on the Ground
A Fitness Evolution: From Passion to Profession
Lily chats with Shawn Weiss. Shawn is a full fledged fitness professional - she instructs cardio kickboxing, teaches yoga, coaches CrossFit, and trains privately under own business called Pace it Out. While Shawn is currently living the fitness entrepreneur dream, it wasn't always this way. Up until 2017, fitness was a side hustle for Shawn while she was working in a traditional 9-5 day job. During this episode, Shawn speaks about how she was able to take her passion full time and she shares a ton about her own evolution through fitness. To find out more about Shawn...
2019-11-06
44 min
Stilettos on the Ground
Building a Career at Twitter
Lily chats with Alex Agro, who leads the Live Brand Studio Team at Twitter. During this interview, Alex shares what it's like to work for such a prominent social media company and she gives tips that all of us can use to advance our careers. Lily and Alex also discuss how to keep social media positive - even when it feels like it can be filled with so much bad news. And for fun, Alex tells us who she loves to follow on Twitter to keep her entertained and up to date. If you love this episode...
2019-10-23
36 min
Stilettos on the Ground
Trust Your Body: A Dietitian's Words of Wisdom
Lily sits down with Brittany Linn, a Registered Dietitian and Wellness Coach. During this episode, Brittany shares a ton of information about nutrition and healthy living. She gives tips on how to deal with over eating, she tells us how to manage all of the conflicting nutrition information we get from the food industry, and she gives advice about how to balance diet and exercise. Brittany has an incredibly refreshing philosophy on eating and body image - her goal with all of her clients is to have them love and trust their bodies. Tune in to learn a lot...
2019-10-09
35 min
Stilettos on the Ground
Becoming a Firefighter
Lily chats with Andrea Crass. Andrea is a Marketing Coordinator by day, but this past February she started training to become a Firefighter. She went through the fire academy while working her full time job AND while working as a part-time Crossfit Coach!As a freshly graduated recruit from fire academy, Andrea is now completing a probationary period where she's volunteering with the fire department on nights and weekends until she has official membership within her city's fire department. During this conversation, Andrea shares details about what it takes to become a firefighter - it's n...
2019-09-25
38 min
Stilettos on the Ground
Travel, Animals, Food, and Photography: Weaving Personal Passions into Professional Life
Lily chats with Coral Keegan. a marketing manager for National Geographic Expeditions. During her time at National Geographic, Coral has also managed photo rights for National Geographic Books, Special Issues, and NG kids magazine. Additionally, she's served as a photo trip leader for National Geographic Student Expeditions. Coral’s job has brought her all over the world - in fact, she’s traveled to 28 counties to date.There are so many inspiring takeaways from Coral's story, but what is most amazing is that she's been able to to weave her love of travel, animals, food, and photography into...
2019-09-10
41 min
Stilettos on the Ground
A Mother's Quest to Answer Pregnancy's Unanswered Questions
Lily chats with Brittney Crystal. Brittney is the founder of The Iris Fund, an organization that aims to eliminate preterm birth by funding research to discover the triggers of labor. After Brittney’s daughter, Iris, died unexpectedly during childbirth at about 28 weeks - an age most babies in the US can thrive at - Brittney and her family experienced much grief. They also had a lot of questions. In the days that followed, Brittney was shocked to learn that the triggers of full term labor in a normal pregnancy are not well understood. This knowledge gap prevents the medical co...
2019-08-28
34 min
Stilettos on the Ground
Pelvic Health: Making Private Matters Public Knowledge
Lily chats with Jessica Rector (JR for short), a pelvic floor physical therapist. Jessica treats patients with bowel, bladder, or sexual dysfunction and she also works with women who experience pain during pregnancy or in the postpartum phase. There are a ton of people out there who may experience issues like the ones Jessica treats, but they find it embarrassing or uncomfortable to talk about. Jessica is here to tell you that you don't have to live with pain during sex or accept that you may leak urine when you go for a run - regardless of your age...
2019-08-14
42 min
Stilettos on the Ground
Knitting, Journalism, and Becoming an Author
Lily chats with Alanna Okun, deputy editor at Vox Media and author of The Curse of the Boyfriend Sweater: Essays on Crafting. Alanna's book was named one of the most exciting new books of 2018 by Buzzfeed and was listed on Refinery 29’s list of compelling memoirs you have to read. In her book, Alanna shares a collection of personal essays about crafting - and how she's leaned on activities like knitting, crochet, and embroidery to both bring her joy and to tackle life’s inevitable stressors. Lily and Alanna discuss her journey as an author and her rich...
2019-07-31
51 min
Stilettos on the Ground
Corporate Confidence: Navigating the Worlds of HR and Banking
Lily interviews Julie Stone, a Vice President on a campus recruiting team at an investment bank. Julie has worked in human resources for almost a decade and she has tons of career advice to offer - she covers everything from job hunting, to resumes, to interview strategies. This episode is chock full of actionable steps you can take to elevate your career. And for all the ladies aspiring to reach leadership positions, Julie shares her own story of her rise to the top - listen out for some awesome tips! Whether you're on the lookout for a new job...
2019-07-17
30 min
Stilettos on the Ground
Modern Dating: Ghosting, Texting, and Meeting People in Person
Lily chats with Clara Artschwager, a dating and relationships coach, writer, and speaker. Clara works with women to help them find a sense of control and direction in their pursuit of partnership. During the episode, Clara talks about her journey to coaching, her philosophy on dating, and of course - ghosting. Clara has a unique and refreshing view on dating in the digital age. Her advice is equally uplifting and enlightening. To learn more about Clara, check out the resources below!Website: https://claraartschwager.com/Instagram: @clarapersis And...
2019-07-01
52 min
Stilettos on the Ground
A Writer's Adventure: Building a Career and Traveling the World
Lily interviews Emily Yates. Emily is a writer through and through. This skill has allowed her to do everything from working in more traditional jobs in marketing to starting her own freelance writing business. Emily also had the unique opportunity to travel around the world for several years when she was in the midst of building her business. Emily's experiences have taught her how to negotiate and advocate for herself at a young age. Be prepared to learn a ton and be inspired by Emily's positive attitude. Her energy is truly infectious.
2019-06-19
34 min
Stilettos on the Ground
Building a Bridge for LGBTQ Christians: A Mother’s Story
Lily talks with Krissi Ashton, an ally to the LGBTQ Christian community and an advocate for Christian parents with LGBTQ children. Krissi was raised Catholic and then attended an evangelical church for years as an adult.Then her son came out.At this pivotal moment, Krissi was faced with a choice - to believe everything the church had taught her about what it means to be gay, or to educate herself on this topic. After much thoughtful research and deep dedication to understanding her true faith, Krissi found hope for inclusion in the church. It’s...
2019-06-05
41 min
Stilettos on the Ground
Behind the Scenes: The Path of an Actress
Lily chats with Libby McKnight, an actress living in New York City. Libby has been acting for most of her life, but she didn't decide to pursue it professionally until after graduating from college. Libby acted for several years in Boston and New York City, and then went on to receive her Masters in Fine Arts from Juilliard's Drama Division. During her interview, Libby candidly shares the ups and downs of her path as an actress. Her story is one of vulnerability, courage, and dedication to her craft.
2019-05-22
46 min
Stilettos on the Ground
The Life and Journey of a Medical Student
Lily chats with Gigi Cordero, a first year medical student. Gigi is originally from Puerto Rico and she moved to New York when she was 10 years old. Lily and Gigi talk about the risks Gigi took to get where she is today and they also chat about how she copes with the stress and pressure of medical school. Anyone who has a dream that they want to pursue will absolutely love Gigi's story and her advice.
2019-05-08
42 min
Stilettos on the Ground
A Lesson in Going with Your Gut and Climbing the Advertising Ladder
Lily chats with Rebecca Magner, an Advertising Commercial Producer in New York City. Rebecca has worked on several commercials we've all seen on TV, and most recently she even produced a Super Bowl commercial. Rebecca opens up about her journey from Alabama to New York City and she candidly describes the risks she took to get where she is today. Rebecca's story is a lesson in going with your gut, persevering, and asking for what you want.Production assistance for this episode provided by Wendel Topper: https://createk.us/.
2019-04-24
55 min
Stilettos on the Ground
Breaking Boundaries to Become a Wellness Entrepreneur
Lily chats with Elizabeth Rudd, a Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) and a wellness entrepreneur. Shortly after graduating from physical therapy school at Columbia University, Elizabeth started her own private physical therapy practice, called Well Equipt. Without any background in business, Elizabeth started her own company, established herself in the wellness space, and built a strong social media presence. Any aspiring entrepreneur, both in and out of healthcare, will love hearing what Elizabeth has to say.To learn more about Elizabeth and Well Equipt, visit https://www.wellequiptpt.com/. Check out her out on Instagram @well.equipt...
2019-04-10
28 min
Stilettos on the Ground
Cakes and Courage: A Food Lover's Journey
Lily sits down with Carolyn Grillo to chat about her journey through the food industry. Carolyn has an incredible passion for food and what it does to bring us joy. After graduating from college, she traveled to Paris for culinary school, worked as a baker in Boston, and then ventured into food media at America's Test Kitchen. Carolyn's experiences shed light on how much love is poured into the food we eat every day.
2019-03-27
49 min
Stilettos on the Ground
Becoming a Global Citizen and Embracing the Art of Science
For the first episode of Stilettos on the Ground, Lily sits down with Shikha Nayar - a true global citizen and a champion for women in science. Shikha was born in India, grew up in Hong Kong, and then came to the US for college. She's currently living in New York City, working toward getting her PhD in Biomedical Sciences at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai. Lily and Shikha cover everything from how her international background has shaped who she is to what it's like to be a woman in science.
2019-03-16
1h 01
Stilettos on the Ground
Stilettos on the Ground: A Preview
Welcome to the Stilettos on the Ground podcast - a celebration of ordinary women and their extraordinary stories.
2019-03-13
01 min
PT Outside The Box Podcast
Health Recovery Solutions with Lily Belcak DPT
Lily Belcak DPT is the director of marketing at Health Recovery Solutions and talks about her transition out of the clinic into a marketing role at a healthcare technology company.
2019-02-25
38 min