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Overcome Yourself - The PodcastUnlocking Your Best Self with Jim Rojas-Taylor: Tools from Acting for EntrepreneursSend us a textIn this episode, we embark on an enlightening journey into the world of acting and its profound implications on personal growth and entrepreneurship. Jim, a Marine and accomplished actor, shares his unique experiences and insights on how mastering the art of acting can enhance emotional literacy—an essential skill that empowers individuals to navigate their personal and professional landscapes more effectively.Through introspective storytelling, Jim reveals how his childhood experiences shaped his emotional frameworks, leading him to develop innovative concepts like "suit bubbles" for managing various life scenarios. By adopting these te...2025-04-2923 min

Brown Way To Money - Money Talks for Women of Color EntrepreneursCan You Side Hustle Become a Six-Figure Business in a Year?Can a Side Hustle Really Replace Your 9–5? Here's How Nicole Made It Happen How are you supposed to grow your business, stay financially sane, and chase your independence when you're exhausted by bias, your 9–5 isn’t built for you, and uncertainty seems to be the only thing guaranteed? In this episode of The Brown Way to Money Podcast, host Alejandra Rojas sits down with powerhouse entrepreneur Nicole Leon—a proud Latina, devoted mom, and self-made business owner who turned two side hustles into six-figure brands. Nicole didn’t just start a lash business and ride a...2025-04-1830 min

Talking PapayaNicole Menayo: Abogada y Reina de belleza con propósitoEn el primer episodio de la IV Temporada de Talking Papaya tenemos como invitada a Nicole Menayo, quien nos habla sobre su vasta experiencia en los certámenes de belleza desde su adolescencia y como su carrera ha ido evolucionando a través del tiempo para hacerla la mujer realizada y con propósito que es hoy en día.2025-03-1129 min

Wild For ChangeEpisode 53: Hinsdale Humane SocietyOn a new Wild For Change podcast, our guests are three remarkable women from the Hinsdale Humane Society in Illinois: Lauren Osborne; Director of Operations Erin Palumbo; Director of Development Carla Wudi; Foster Program Manager Hinsdale Humane Society is a private, nonprofit organization providing care and adoption services for displaced animals. It is a lifeline in the heart of the community for countless animals who need homes. In 2023, 6.5 million animals arrived at shelters across the United States. Thankfully, we have animal shelters, like the Hin...2025-03-101h 09

Wild For ChangeEpisode 52: Alaska’s Wildlife Balance: Inside Alaska’s Wildlife ManagementThe Wild For Change podcast welcomes back Nicole Schmitt, Executive Director of the Alaska Wildlife Alliance to discuss Alaska’s Wildlife Management. In January, the Alaska Board of Game deliberated on a proposal, named Proposal 75, given by the Alaska Department of Fish and Game, suggesting aerial gunning of black and brown bears and wolves via helicopters in central and southwest Alaska. In this podcast, we will discuss why this type of predator management is chosen, its effects on bears, wolves, and other wildlife, the role of AWA in this proposal, and the research that demonstrates this management stra...2025-02-2452 min

Wild For ChangeEpisode 51: Part Two of Wild For Change’s 50th Podcast!Wild For Change is thrilled to announce our 50th podcast episode! It's been an incredible three-year journey, during which I've had the honor of engaging with a diverse range of inspiring individuals committed to creating a positive impact on our planet. In this special episode, I'm excited to showcase all the wonderful guests who have played a part in this amazing adventure.As I reflect on each of our guests, I can see their profound love for animals and nature shining through. Love encompasses all life on earth and it serves as the common thread that binds...2024-09-2338 min

Wild For ChangeEpisode 50: Wild For Change's 50th Episode.Wild For Change is excited to celebrate its 50th podcast! Over the past three years, I've had the privilege of speaking with numerous inspiring individuals who are dedicated to making a positive impact on life on earth. In this special podcast, I'll be highlighting all of the amazing guests who have contributed to this incredible journey.Website: http://www.wildforchange.com Twitter: @WildForChange Facebook: /wildforchange Instagram: wildforchange 2024-09-0946 min

Wild For ChangeEpisode 49: Ellie Laks, Founder of the Gentle BarnIn a recent episode of the Wild For Change podcast, I had a conversation with Ellie Laks, the founder of the Gentle Barn, about her new book, "Cow Hug Therapy." The book is a touching account of how the animals at the Gentle Barn have taught her valuable lessons about life and death and everything in between. I have always found solace in the company of animals. Being around them brings me a deep sense of peace and a feeling of unconditional love. I also believe that animals possess great wisdom and insight that they can share w...2024-06-191h 11

Wild For ChangeEpisode 48: E.O Wilson Biodiversity Foundation with Brooks BonnerOn a new Wild For Change podcast, we speak with Brooks Bonner, Program Director of the E.O. Wilson Biodiversity Foundation. E.O. Wilson, was an American biologist, naturalist, ecologist, entomologist, and the author of many books, including Half-Earth. The premise of Half-Earth proposes that to save the planet, half of the Earth’s lands and seas need to be preserved and protected. In this podcast, Brooks discusses the significance of preserving half of the Earth's lands and seas, the essential role that other species play in our lives, and why safeguarding diverse ecosystems is crucial for the...2024-05-2246 min

Wild For ChangeEpisode 47: Akashinga - Plant-Based: Half-EarthOn a new Wild For Change podcast, we welcome back Damien Mander, environmentalist and founder of Akashinga, the first all-women, anti-poaching organization formerly known as the International Anti-Poaching Foundation. We also welcome Nyaradzo Hoto, a Biodiversity Officer of Akashinga who focuses on research and data analysis collected by the Akashinga rangers. The Akashinga rangers are not only working to protect precious wildlife from poachers, but they are also supporting countless other animal lives through their completely plant-based diet.We’ll discuss the uniqueness of Akashinga’s plant-based diet and how this also parallels helping...2024-04-2940 min

Carolyn Talks..., PodcastCarolyn Talks 'Los Mosquitos' with Filmmaker Nicole Chi and Composer Diego RojasWriter and director Nicole Chi, along with composer Diego Rojas, joined me to chat about crafting the sound of the story of LOS MOSQUITOS, Nicole's narrative short film about two young girls,15-year-old Aby, and her younger cousin Nata learning to create their own bond in the city of Austin, as while families and home country of Honduras.#LosMostuitos #SXSW2024 #SXSW #CarolynTalksVisit Nicole's official website at https://www.nicolechifilm.comFollow Nicole on Instagram @nicoleiii To listen to Diego's music, support him here: Diegorojas.bandcamp.com/album/decaf-tales-for-a-better-sleep 2024-04-1058 min

Wild For ChangeEpisode 46: Sea Shepherd with Sara NewtonToday on the Wild For Change podcast, we will be speaking with Sara Newton, Head of Content and Creative Strategist for Sea Shepherd Conservation Society. Sara is also one of the main cinematographers for the organization. For over forty years, Sea Shepherd Conservation Society has been patrolling the seas to help coastal and island governments from illegal, unreported, and unregulated fishing. With marine life facing a multitude of threats, Sea Shepherd is a formidable force on the open seas. In this podcast, we will learn more about Sara's specialized role within Sea Shepherd Conservation Society, what life i...2024-04-0850 min

Wild For ChangeEpisode 45: Kayah George and the OrcasOn a new Wild For Change podcast, we speak with Kayah George. Kayah George is from the Tsleil-Waututh Nation, part of the Coast Salish peoples of Victoria, Canada. Despite Kayah’s young age, she has spoken for half her life about indigenous and environmental issues like the transmountain pipeline and chemicals leaking into the Burrard Inlet. She recently wrote and directed a documentary titled ‘Our Grandmother The Inlet’ that looks at the lives of Kayah and her grandmother Ta7a and their profound connection to water amidst the background of industry dominance as water is now seen as a comm...2024-03-1135 min

Wild For ChangeEpisode 44: Grand Chief Judy Wilson - Our Interconnection with natureWe welcome back to the Wild For Change podcast Grand Chief Judy Wilson, a member of the Secwepemc Nation to discuss the importance of our interconnection with nature.Nothing is separate. For example, more than 70 of the 100 crops responsible for providing 90% of the world’s food are pollinated by bees. But the bee population is crashing from the use of pesticides. Understanding the interdependence between us and nature is essential for our future. If we look at the wild spaces on earth, everything we have come to know in modern society originated here such as the c...2024-02-0559 min

Wild For ChangeEpisode 43: Alaska Wildlife Alliance - Beluga WhalesToday on the Wild For Change podcast, we are speaking with Teresa Becher and Mandy Migura from Alaska Wildlife Alliance (AWA) about the special population of endangered beluga whales who live in the Cook Inlet in the central Gulf of Alaska. Teresa is the Beluga Whale Monitoring Coordinator who coordinates monitoring sessions of a whole team of volunteer community scientists and is the go-to expert on the beluga whales' behaviors in the Kenai and Kasilof rivers. Mandy is the Deputy Director and Marine Program Officer for AWA. One of her res...2023-12-111h 32

Wild For ChangeEpisode 42: Wildlands Network with Ron SutherlandToday, we are speaking with Ron Sutherland, Chief Scientist of Wildlands Network who is their in-house animal and rewilding expert. The mission of Wildlands Network is to reconnect, restore and rewild North America so that life in all its diversity can thrive. Ron has over 25 years of experience in wildlife research. His extensive knowledge of wildlife and natural spaces provides us with a formidable fact-based approach towards conservation. Rewilding is giving back to the wildlife and giving back to the land. The more we can support wildlife and nature by reconnecting, rewilding and restoring habitats and e...2023-10-1649 min

Wild For ChangeEpisode 41: Freshwater availibility with Lis Mullin BernhardtOn today’s Wild For Change podcast, we will be discussing freshwater availability with Lis Mullin Bernhardt, a United Nations Programme Officer for Water. Her previous work for the UN includes Coordinator for the Global Adaptation Network, an initiative that helps the world build resilience to climate change. Water is essential in order for us to survive but as climate change disrupts freshwater availability, water scarcity has become more prevalent around the globe. According to Drought in Numbers, a 2022 UN report, found that one billion people face water stress annually for periods of time. Ms. Bernha...2023-10-0940 min

Brown Way To Money - Money Talks for Women of Color Entrepreneurs092: (2/2) Achieving Financial Inclusivity: Financial Inclusivity and Trauma with Nicole Casperson The challenges that the financial industry presents are real! - It's the old "It's not you, It's me" kind of thing, and it's so important that you become aware of it as Female entrepreneurs. Peek into how you can reprogram, strategize and grow your money with ease now at www.themoneymindsethub.com Attention fintech industry professionals! Have you heard these myths about financial inclusivity and equity? Myth #1: Financial inclusivity is just about providing access to banking services. Myth #2: Financial equity is only relevant for low-income individuals. Myth #3: Achieving financial in...2023-09-1929 min

Humans of FintechS6 Ep5: Overcoming Your Financial Baggage, with Alejandra Rojas In this episode, Nicole chats with Alejandra Rojas, founder of The Money Mindset Hub, about why it’s so critical for women to acknowledge and address all of the emotional baggage and trauma money brings with it. Alejandra explains why approaching money from a clearer mindset enables women to seize opportunities in an otherwise male-dominated space and to level up in new ways where finances won’t automatically trigger an emotional response. By creating a safe space where people can feel safe to discuss their issues with finances, Alejandra believes women can unlock their true entrepreneurial prowess....2023-09-1344 min

Brown Way To Money - Money Talks for Women of Color Entrepreneurs091: (1/2) Achieving Financial Inclusivity: Nicole Casperson Shares Insights for a Fairer Future The challenges that the financial industry presents are real! - It's the old "It's not you, It's me" kind of thing, and it's so important that you become aware of it as Female entrepreneurs. Peek into how you can reprogram, strategize and grow your money with ease now at www.themoneymindsethub.com Attention fintech industry professionals! Have you heard these myths about financial inclusivity and equity? Myth #1: Financial inclusivity is just about providing access to banking services. Myth #2: Financial equity is only relevant for low-income individuals. Myth #3: Achieving financial in...2023-09-1129 min

Wild For ChangeEpisode 40: RHINO MAN: The MovieOn today’s Wild For Change podcast, we speak with John Jurko II, creative director of Global Conservation Corps and lead producer and director of the film RHINO MAN. Global Conservation Corps is a non-profit organization that is bridging the gap between communities and wildlife. The film RHINO MAN was the first project of Global Conservation Corps and was created to support the rangers protecting the rhino and to share their stories. Rangers are the front line, the boots on the ground, protecting our diminishing population of rhino that deserve to be here but are being...2023-09-091h 01

Remeras Rojas - Morimos por Star TrekRemeras Rojas S05E26 - La política Klingon no es lo que pareceBienvenidos todos al único programa de radio que se emite desde Argentina para toda la galaxia hispanoparlante que habla sólo de #StarTrek. En #ElCapítuloDeLaSemana le decimos adiós a la temática #SweetHomeQonos, donde visitamos el planeta hogar de los klingon, en esta oportunidad con "Sins of the Father" de #StarTrekTNG En #SinTripulaciónNoHayViaje les contamos sobre la carrera y vida de Nicole de Boer ------------------------------------------------- Ayudanos a bancar esta locura en comprándonos un cafecito en: https://ko-fi.com/remerasrojas Buscanos en nuestras redes: Faceboo...2023-08-2958 min

Wild For ChangeEpisode 39: charity: waterOn a new Wild For Change podcast, we speak with Hannah Matthews, a Water Programs Manager of charity: water.Water is the foundation for all life, without water, we couldn’t survive. Lack of fresh water largely influences a person’s physical and mental health, time, education, and livelihood. And as we are seeing the effects of climate change, chronic water scarcity has become more prevalent around the globe.703 million people lack access to clean and safe drinking water. This means women and girls in 8 out of 10 households without water on premises around the globe walk an...2023-08-1439 min

Wild For ChangeEpisode 38: Chicagoland Pig RescueGrowing up April and her husband Tyler dreamed of having a pet pig. After watching a video of a mother pig living in a horrific gestation crate, April knew in her heart she wanted to dedicate her life to rescuing and saving pigs and finding them their forever home. This was the impetus of Chicagoland Pig Rescue. But April and Tyler aren’t stopping at rescuing pigs and finding them sanctuary placement. They are documenting the intricacies and rich inner worlds of pigs’ lives to raise awareness that pigs are highly intelligent and sentient and deserve more in life...2023-07-2454 min

Wild For ChangeEpisode 37: Wetland Restoration with Tom BiebighauserWetlands are crucial ecosystems for the filtration of excessive water in some parts of the world and for storing carbon, preventing the overheating of the atmosphere. This is why they are often called the ‘kidneys’ of the landscape. Moreover, they are home to numerous flora and fauna species and thus are vital as a variety of habitats. However, human interventions sometimes have catastrophic impacts on wetlands.according to some estimations, over the last 50 years, our planet has lost around 35% of wetland area, and the rate of degradation is increasing. Moreover, wetlands are actually dying three times quicker than...2023-06-121h 08

Wild For ChangeEpisode 36: Alaska Wildlife AllianceOn today’s Wild For Change podcast, we speak with Nicole Schmitt, Executive Director of the Alaska Wildlife Alliance. Alaska Wildlife Alliance was founded in 1978 to be a voice for Alaska’s wildlife, which includes marine mammals and endangered species. The mission of Alaska Wildlife Alliance (AWA) is to safeguard wildlife biodiversity knowing the wildlife have not only an intrinsic value to ecosystems but to the Alaskan people as well. In recent years, AWA has expanded its reach and partners with other environmental organizations to litigate over exploiting public lands and waters in Alaska by extract...2023-05-221h 02

Wild For ChangeEpisode 35: Save The Frogs! with Kerry KrigerOn a new Wild For Change podcast, we speak with amphibian biologist Dr. Kerry Kriger, founder of Save the Frogs!Save The Frogs! began in 2008 and works across the United States as well as around the world to prevent the extinction of amphibians and to create a better planet for humans and wildlife, while also empowering ordinary citizens to contribute to the betterment of the planet. According to Save The Frogs! “Frog populations have been declining worldwide at unprecedented rates, and nearly one-third of the world’s amphibian species (approximately 2,000 amphibians) are threatened with extinction. Up to...2023-04-1033 min

Remember YOur PowerWomb Energetics & Neuro Somatics: Why WENS is everywhere!What to ExpectLearn what Womb Energetics & Neuro Somatics is and why it really involves so much of the work we do as women in seemingly all areas of our lives. From nutrition and lifestyle, to energy healing and more! This is truly mind-body-energy work that support us. Learn more about the W.E.N.S. Institute or becoming a practitioner with Nicole, here. To continue this conversation and many more- join our Private Telegram Community! Meet the SistersLindsey KaszubaLindsey is a certified Health & Habit Coach who guides her clients an...2023-04-0640 min

Wild For ChangeEpisode 34: The Wolf Treaty with Chief Judy WilsonOn this Wild For Change podcast, we speak with Judy Wilson, who formerly served as Kukpi Chief of the Neskonlith Indian Band about the Wolf Treaty; A Treaty of Cultural and Environmental Survival. Judy has knowledge, experience and an extensive background in First Nations land rights/specific claims, human rights, children & family jurisdiction, emergency management and supports a wide range of issues including climate action, justice reform, environmental & animal rights.Currently she continues to work with several Assembly of First Nations Chiefs Committees at the national level and current boards include Global Indigenous Council and R...2023-03-2744 min

Wild For ChangeEpisode 33: Sustainable Fashion with Brooke BowlinToday we are speaking with Brooke Bowlin, a sustainable fashion advocate who got her start in the industry in 2018 from owning a second-hand clothing store. After dealing with people’s excess of clothing, Brooke’s eyes were opened to the harm and overconsumption of fashion. She has made it her mission to educate about better personal as well as industry practices. Beyond her passion for helping to make sustainable fashion more accessible to the collective, Brooke is also an artist, lifelong learner, and creativity enthusiast. Right now, fast fashion is the trend and it comes with a cost to...2023-03-2040 min

Wild For ChangeEpisode 32: International Elephant ProjectToday, we welcome back Leif Cocks, founder of the International Elephant Project, based in Sumatra. The International Elephant Project (IEP) is a not-for-profit project for elephant conservation, rainforest protection and local community partnerships, in order to protect and save the entire ecosystem and biodiversity of habitats shared by elephants. The Sumatran elephant is critically endangered. The current population is estimated at 1,200-1,500. Threats to their survival is in part due to habitat loss, where Sumatra has experienced one of the highest rates of deforestation within the Asian elephant’s habitat range as well as human-elephant conflict because as pla...2023-03-1346 min

Wild For ChangeEpisode 31: Vigil4ElephantsOn today’s Wild For Change podcast, we speak with three hosts of Vigil4Elephants that commemorates the elephant lives that were lost each year in captivity;Barbara Lovett, founder, and president of Save Nosey Now, Inc.Courtney Scott, founder and president of Free the Oregon Zoo Elephants.Sandra Clinger, president of The Elephant Advocacy Project (TEAP) and a board member of Save Nosey Now. This group of dedicated souls have been coming together since 2019 to honor and mourn the captive elephants who lives were lost each year whether it be in a zoo, circus, forced labor, or...2023-01-0957 min

Wild For ChangeEpisode 30: Chicago Alliance for AnimalsOn a new Wild For Change podcast, we speak with Jodie Wiederkehr, founder of Chicago Alliance for Animals (CAA). CAA is a volunteer grassroots animal advocacy organization that began in 2015. The first goal of CAA was to ban horse carriages in downtown Chicago, and in 2017, the organization began diligently documenting how the horses were treated by their handlers as well as the horses’ workloads by volunteers spending countless hours observing the horses. With this documentation and persistence, an official horse carriage ban went into effect in January of 2021. Below is a quote by Jodie that repres...2023-01-021h 04

Wild For ChangeEpisode 29: Healthy SubstanceOn a new Wild For Change podcast, I speak with Miguel Franco, CFO and co-owner of Healthy Substance, a vegan Mexican restaurant located on the south side of Chicago. We will be speaking about how Healthy Substance got its start, what it means to eat vegan, and how eating vegan helps to save animals’ lives. Healthy Substance is one of my favorite restaurants and is my go-to for vegan Mexican food!During the podcast we learn;What it means to eat vegan.How Healthy Substance got its star...2022-12-2637 min

Wild For ChangeEpisode 28: Helping RhinosToday on the Wild For Change podcast, we will be discussing the magnificent rhino, with our guest, Simon Jones, CEO of Helping Rhinos. Helping Rhinos is predominantly based in Africa. Their focus is on helping the species survive at sustainable levels by improving protection, care, and welfare of the rhino in its natural habitat as well as to forge significant partnerships with successful organizations. Helping Rhinos is celebrating ten years of protecting rhinos in their natural habitat. Its start began in March of 2012, when Simon learned of the shocking poaching of three rhinos at the Kariega Game Rese...2022-12-1253 min

Wild For ChangeEpisode 27: Conserv CongoFounded in 2013, Conserv Congo is a non-profit conservation whose mission is to maintain the biodiversity of the Congo Basin in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The Congo Basin is a vast tropical rainforest and a biodiversity hot spot which is home to 100’s of mammal species. Conserv Congo puts itself on the frontlines to save and protect endangered species from poachers and wildlife traffickers, fighting the good fight every day trying to prevent extinction of wildlife. To date, Conserv Congo has over 5,140 successful cases of wildlife trafficking. Part of Con...2022-11-1050 min

Wild For ChangeEpisode 26: David Lloyd - Steward for Cook County Forest Preserves - Habitat RestorationOn today’s Wild For Change podcast, we are going to learn about habitat restoration with David Lloyd, steward for the Cook County Forest Preserves in Illinois. During this podcast, we will learn why habitat restoration is so crucial for local ecosystems. I am fortunate enough to live near forest preserves where I can take a hike, see wild flowers and wildlife and get a breath of fresh air. Recently, I wanted to get back into volunteering and signed up to help with habitat restoration at my local forest preserve. This is where I met Dave and from d...2022-08-1547 min