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Power to Pursue
Power to PursueIn Pursuit of Purpose & Systems ChangeIn this episode of Power to Pursue, we sit down with Kristin Smith Shrimplin, President & CEO of Women Helping Women, for a conversation that is equal parts grounding, challenging, and deeply human. Kristin shares what it means to live a life rooted in purpose, and why she’s always been clear on hers: creating collective impact. From leading an organization that serves thousands of survivors of gender-based violence each year to reflecting on the small, daily rituals that keep her anchored, Kristin reminds us that meaningful work is about consistency, integrity, and showing up. Together, we...
2026-04-2434 minPower to Pursue
Power to PursueIn Pursuit of Peace, Prosperity & ProteinWhat does it look like to build a life that actually feels as good as it looks? In this episode of the Power to Pursue Podcast, we sit down with Jane Karlson, women’s health coach, entrepreneur, and founder behind Train Like Jane, to talk about the real work behind wellness, ambition, and alignment. Jane shares her journey from a 17-year corporate career into full-time coaching, and how burnout, people-pleasing, and the relentless pursuit of “more” forced her to redefine success on her own terms. From competing in over a decade of bodybuilding to navigating the me...
2026-04-2150 minPower to Pursue
Power to PursueIn Pursuit of Becoming: Navigating Imposter Syndrome, Burnout, and Growth (LIVE from 1819!)Recorded at 1819 Innovation Hub during Professional Readiness Day, this special live episode of the Power to Pursue Podcast brings together powerful voices across entrepreneurship, leadership, and student experience. Hosted by University of Cincinnati students Mirsayah Wasnuk and Anna Kantz, this conversation features Rachel DesRochers and Camryn Ellis for an honest, energizing dialogue on what it really means to build a life, and career, with intention. From navigating imposter syndrome to redefining success, this episode dives deep into the realities of leadership as a woman, the pressure to “have it all figured out,” and the courage it t...
2026-04-0243 min🎙️ Local Real Estate Developers
🎙️ Local Real Estate DevelopersCommunity Development Over Capital: How Rachel DesRochers Builds Where It Counts | EP #45What happens when a laid-off mom straps her baby to her back and decides to start rolling graham crackers by hand?For Rachel DesRochers, it turned into a 16-year journey of building businesses, empowering women, and creating one of the Midwest’s most impactful food entrepreneur ecosystems.In this episode of the Local Real Estate Developer Podcast, Kristi Kandel and Raphael Collazo sit down with Rachel to unpack the real story behind her entrepreneurial path. From launching Grateful Grahams with just $1,000 to founding the Incubator Kitchen Collective and leading th...
2026-03-1743 minPower to Pursue
Power to PursueIn Pursuit of Joy, Storytelling, and Second Acts with Michelle HopkinsIn this episode of the Power to Pursue Podcast, Rachel DesRochers sits down with Emmy-award winning journalist and community leader Michelle Hopkins for a powerful conversation about reinvention, storytelling, and finding joy in unexpected places. Michelle shares her journey from a shy girl growing up in Fort Wayne, Indiana to becoming a respected television journalist, host of Coffee with Michelle, and community engagement director at the Greater Cincinnati Foundation. Along the way, she reflects on the mentors who helped her find her voice, the courage it took to step back into television after more than a decade...
2026-03-1225 minPower to Pursue
Power to PursueIn Pursuit of Year Five.. with Tara LitmerIf you’ve ever attended Power to Pursue, you’ve felt her work, even if you’ve never seen her on stage. In this special behind-the-scenes episode, Rachel sits down with Tara Litmer... the right-hand woman, operational genius, and heart-forward “do-er” behind the Power to Pursue programming. From volunteer wrangler to run-of-show architect, Tara has been a pivotal force in building this community for nearly five years. A full-time special education teacher (entering year 27!) and longtime friend of Rachel’s, Tara shares how what started as “helping a friend for grahams” turned into co-building one of the region’s...
2026-02-2428 minPower to Pursue
Power to PursueIn Pursuit of Telling the Truth Out Loud... LIVE from the Mercantile LibraryA special live-recorded edition of the Power to Pursue Podcast, Host Rachel DesRochers sits down with New York Times bestselling poet Kate Baer, where poetry, friendship, motherhood, aging, creativity, and community meet in one deeply honest conversation. Recorded in front of a live audience at the Mercantile Library, Kate shares how her words are born from ordinary moments, why women’s friendships are lifelines, and what it means to stop apologizing for the work we’re called to do. This episode is a reminder that truth-telling is an act of courage, and that we’re not meant to pursu...
2026-01-291h 21Carry As You Climb
Carry As You ClimbEP 33: Rachel DesRochers - Empowering Women Through GratitudeNan Whaley welcomes Cincinnati entrepreneur Rachel DesRochers for a conversation about gratitude, grit, and building businesses that give back. From launching Power to Pursue and Grateful Grahams to founding the Incubator Kitchen Collective – now supporting more than 200 food startups – Rachel shares how a lifelong gratitude practice shaped her leadership and entrepreneurial journey as a changemaker. Together, they explore the power of human connection, community support, and what it truly means to carry others as you climb.About Our Guest: Rachel DesRochers is a mother, a dreamer, a serial entrepreneur, and the found...
2026-01-2242 minPower to Pursue
Power to PursueIn Pursuit of Rhythm with Rachel CargleIn this deeply reflective episode of the Power to Pursue Podcast, Rachel DeRochers sits down with writer, founder, and cultural thinker Rachel Cargle for a conversation about what it means to be well, not as a goal, but as a daily practice. Rachel shares what she’s learning in this season of stillness: returning home to Ohio, paying attention to cycles, redefining ambition, and letting go of the noise that once shaped her choices. Together, they explore grief as an expansive teacher, the freedom that can coexist with loss, and how tending to ourselves, and each other, is...
2026-01-2049 minPower to Pursue
Power to PursueIn Pursuit of Meaning, Movement, and BecomingWhat does it mean to keep moving, through uncertainty, grief, growth, and the quiet seasons in between? In this episode of the Power to Pursue Podcast, we sit down with Hannah Chapman for a grounded, honest conversation about becoming: how we listen to ourselves, how we change course, and how meaning is often found not at the destination, but in the pursuit itself. Hannah shares reflections on growth that isn’t linear, the courage it takes to keep going when clarity is incomplete, and the ways our stories evolve as we do. This episode is fo...
2026-01-1351 minPower to Pursue
Power to PursueIn Pursuit of Building Without BurnoutWhat does it look like to grow a business without doing it all alone? In this episode of Power to Pursue, host Rachel DeRochers sits down with Jill Morenz, President & CEO of Aviatra Accelerators, to talk about women-led businesses, side hustles, sustainable growth, and the power of community. From helping women launch their very first idea to supporting founders scaling multi-million-dollar enterprises, Jill shares what she’s learned after working with more than 1,000 women entrepreneurs in a single year. This conversation is about permission, to start small, to ask for help, to build a business th...
2026-01-0643 minPower to Pursue
Power to PursueIn Pursuit of Rising AgainIn this episode of Power to Pursue Podcast, Rachel sits down with storyteller, entrepreneur, and community-builder Amy Scalia to explore what it truly means to never give up, even when life doesn’t look the way you planned. Amy shares her journey from founding Cincy Chic, Greater Cincinnati’s first online-only publication for women, to launching Local Creator Studio, where she now helps women tell their stories with authenticity and heart. But this conversation goes far beyond career milestones. Together, Rachel and Amy dive into motherhood, infertility, chronic illness, caregiving, perfectionism, gratitude, and the quiet cour...
2025-12-3048 minPower to Pursue
Power to PursueIn Pursuit of Purposeful LeadershipWhat does it really take to lead with integrity, especially when you’re stepping into a legacy that isn’t entirely your own? In this episode of the Power to Pursue Podcast, we’re joined by Mollie Lewis, President of New Riff Distilling. Mollie reflects on her journey from the wine industry to the bourbon world, what it means to define her leadership style beyond her father’s legacy, and how she’s building a company rooted in trust, culture, and community impact. We talk imposter syndrome, women in leadership, and why creating a workplace where peop...
2025-12-2356 minPower to Pursue
Power to PursueIn Pursuit of Alignment, Healing, and Creative PowerWhat happens when creativity, resilience, and storytelling collide? In this deeply honest and inspiring episode of Power to Pursue, host Rachel DesRochers sits down with Jennifer Siems, founder of Immortal Perfumes, indie perfumer, perfume historian, and writer, to explore what it means to build a life, and a business, in true alignment. Jennifer shares her journey from self-taught perfumer to successful business owner, weaving together stories of motherhood, anxiety and depression, surviving breast cancer at 35, and the unexpected viral moment that transformed her business during treatment. She opens up about imposter syndrome, grief, identity, and...
2025-12-1636 minThe Bright Side
The Bright SideEpisode 4: Rachel DesRochers talking about how grief led her to the importance of gratitudeHost Sarah White talks with Rachel DesRochers about the grief she experienced from losing her mom and how gratitude has been instrumental in her life.
2025-12-1535 minPower to Pursue
Power to PursueIn Pursuit of Financial Clarity with Kate Brownstein & Kristine Kolzing from Truepoint Wealth CounselIn the third and final conversation of our financial well-being series with Truepoint Wealth Counsel, host Rachel DesRochers sits down with Kate Brownstein, Senior Financial Planner and Shareholder, and Kristine Kolzing, Director of Client Growth, to talk about the power of rewriting your money story. Together, they explore what it means to build trust, confidence, and clarity in your financial life... whether you’re navigating major life transitions, redefining success, or simply learning where to begin. Kate shares how intentional financial planning can reduce stress and create lasting impact for families, while Kristine reflects on helping people fi...
2025-12-0952 minPower to Pursue
Power to PursueIn Pursuit of Financial Wellbeing with Lauren Niestradt and Michelle Stevens from Truepoint Wealth CounselIn this episode of the Power to Pursue Podcast, host Rachel DesRochers continues the Power to Pursue Financial Well-Being series in partnership with Truepoint Wealth Counsel. She’s joined by Lauren Niestradt, Senior Portfolio Manager, and Michelle Stevens, Director of Financial Planning, for an honest conversation about confidence, clarity, and care in personal finance. Together, they unpack what it really means to build a financial plan, how emotions and behavior shape investment decisions, and why empowerment, not perfection, is the key to long-term success. Lauren and Michelle share approachable wisdom on integrating goals and investments, understanding risk, an...
2025-12-0259 minPower to Pursue
Power to PursueIn Pursuit of Financial Confidence with Gwen Keihl & Deanna Sicking from Truepoint Wealth CounselIn this episode of the Power to Pursue Podcast, host Rachel DesRochers kicks off a three-part Financial Well-Being Series in partnership with Truepoint Wealth Counsel. Joined by financial advisors Gwen Keihl and Deanna Sicking, this conversation brings money talk back to the basics. No jargon, no shame, just real guidance for women and families ready to take control of their finances. Together, they unpack what “financial freedom” really means, why it’s never too late (or too early!) to start, and how even $1 can be the start of your plan. Gwen and Deanna share practical insights on budget...
2025-11-2548 minPower to Pursue
Power to PursueIn Pursuit of Coming Home To YourselfIn this episode, Rachel sits down with mindset & movement coach Nadia Murdock for a conversation about confidence, alignment, and coming home to yourself. Nadia shares her journey from psychology to PR to nonprofit work.. and how each chapter led her to helping women reconnect with their inner strength and trust their own voice. Together, they explore what alignment really feels like, why trusting your gut is a practice, how comparison steals our joy, and why women thrive when we are rooted in community instead of competition. This conversation is full of truth, heart, and those “goosebump moments” that...
2025-11-1831 minPower to Pursue
Power to PursueIn Pursuit of... Thriving, Not SurvivingIn this episode, Rachel sits down with Kacy Fleming, a workplace strategist, organizational psychologist, and founder of The Fuchsia Tent, to talk about redefining women’s health and leadership at work. From her own journey through burnout and perimenopause, to her mission of helping companies create compassionate, inclusive environments, Kacy shares how values alignment, wellbeing, and humor have shaped her life and work. They dive into why menopause is not a women’s issue, but a workplace opportunity, how businesses can reframe “accommodation” as “optimization,” and what true support and access for midlife women can look like. Along the way...
2025-11-1156 minPower to Pursue
Power to PursueIn Pursuit of Inclusivity... LIVE at Cincy Start-Up Week!Welcome to Power to Pursue, a groundbreaking podcast hosted by Rachel DesRochers, a serial entrepreneur and nonprofit founder. Launched in the Spring of 2025, this podcast aims to celebrate and normalize the diverse pursuits of women-from perfecting their morning coffee to building successful businesses. With a focus on inspiring and empowering listeners, Power to Pursue will feature interviews with women from various backgrounds, including entrepreneurs, corporate leaders, and everyday heroes. In this episode, host Rachel DesRochers is joined LIVE at Cincy Start-Up Week by Natasha Williams, Founder of Blk Wine Fest, and Abby Grimm from Cintrifuse. 
2025-11-0442 minPower to Pursue
Power to PursueIn Pursuit of Genuine HospitalityIn this episode, we converse with the incredible Susanna Wong of Oriental Wok (a Cincinnati staple!) and dive into a story rich with family legacy, entrepreneurial grit, and the power of community. Susanna shares the remarkable journey of her family, starting with her parents' move from Hong Kong to the United States in pursuit of the American Dream, and how they built their beloved restaurant from the ground up, starting in 1977. Discover the unique challenges and unexpected joys of growing up in the restaurant industry, the wisdom of a father who tried to keep his...
2025-10-2845 minPower to Pursue
Power to PursueIn Pursuit of Supportive Motherhood and Meaningful Connection with Cindy DempseyThis week, we talked to Cindy, founder of Vessel Collective and Mom Prom Cincy! 💖 After having three babies (including twins!) during COVID, Cindy was on a mission to build the village she needed for herself—and for all moms. Cindy shared her vulnerable journey raising twins on the spectrum and how she’s creating a new program to support moms of kids with special needs. This conversation is a reminder that you are not alone and that "it's alright to not be okay sometimes". Tune in for a powerful discussion about finding your community! 🎧
2025-10-2100 minPower to Pursue
Power to PursueIn Pursuit of Balance, Boundaries, and Better Parks with Jennifer SpieserThis week on the podcast, we chatted with Jen Spieser, CEO of the Cincinnati Parks Foundation! 🌳 She's in pursuit of balance and boundaries while leading a massive effort to make Cincinnati's parks the best they can be. The highlights: Cincinnati has the 4th best urban park system in the country! The Foundation has raised over $110 million in its 30 years to support our green spaces. We're learning about "third spaces"—safe, communal spots—and how grassroots groups are getting free funding for neighborhood park programs. They’ve partnered with the Osher Cen...
2025-10-1438 minExpansive CEO
Expansive CEOGrief, Gratitude & Growth with Rachel DesRochers | 217What if the fastest way to “more”—more impact, more ease, more joy—starts with letting go? Serial entrepreneur and community builder Rachel DesRochers shares how gratitude, grief, and bold pivots fueled fifteen years of purpose-driven growth—from closing a beloved cookie company to leading a women's empowerment movement. This conversation will expand your capacity to build, receive, and lead—without losing yourself. In this episode, Hannah Chapman, CFP®, APMA®, CRPC® sits down with Rachel DesRochers—founder of The Gratitude Collective, Power to Pursue, Incubator Kitchen Collective, Good & Local Food Show; international speaker, author of The Mourning Light, and host o...
2025-09-2355 minPower to Pursue
Power to PursueA Season 1 closing message from Rachel, with love.
2025-08-1301 minPower to Pursue
Power to PursueIn Pursuit of.. Finding and believing in your valueWelcome to Power to Pursue, a groundbreaking podcast hosted by Rachel DesRochers, a serial entrepreneur and nonprofit founder. Launched in the Spring of 2025, this podcast aims to celebrate and normalize the diverse pursuits of women—from perfecting their morning coffee to building successful businesses.  With a focus on inspiring and empowering listeners, Power to Pursue will feature interviews with women from various backgrounds, including entrepreneurs, corporate leaders, and everyday heroes. This week, join Rachel and Julie Bauke. Julie Bauke believes that we all deserve careers that serve our lives.  Her 25 + years of expe...
2025-08-0552 minPower to Pursue
Power to PursueIn Pursuit of..leaving a legacyWelcome to Power to Pursue, a groundbreaking podcast hosted by Rachel DesRochers, a serial entrepreneur and nonprofit founder. Launched in the Spring of 2025, this podcast aims to celebrate and normalize the diverse pursuits of women—from perfecting their morning coffee to building successful businesses.  With a focus on inspiring and empowering listeners, Power to Pursue will feature interviews with women from various backgrounds, including entrepreneurs, corporate leaders, and everyday heroes. This week, join Rachel and Shakiyah Colston. Born and raised as a country girl in Paducah, Kentucky, Shakiyah Colston MBA, AVP has proudly mad...
2025-07-2930 minPower to Pursue
Power to PursueIn Pursuit of...BeingWelcome to Power to Pursue, a groundbreaking podcast hosted by Rachel DesRochers, a serial entrepreneur and nonprofit founder. Launched in the Spring of 2025, this podcast aims to celebrate and normalize the diverse pursuits of women—from perfecting their morning coffee to building successful businesses.  With a focus on inspiring and empowering listeners, Power to Pursue will feature interviews with women from various backgrounds, including entrepreneurs, corporate leaders, and everyday heroes. This week, join Rachel and Kim Powers. Kim is a mother, an entrepreneur, and a connector and champion of women.  A Nort...
2025-07-2229 minPower to Pursue
Power to PursueIn Pursuit of..Revolutionizing Health & WellnessWelcome to Power to Pursue, a groundbreaking podcast hosted by Rachel DesRochers, a serial entrepreneur and nonprofit founder. Launched in the Spring of 2025, this podcast aims to celebrate and normalize the diverse pursuits of women—from perfecting their morning coffee to building successful businesses.  With a focus on inspiring and empowering listeners, Power to Pursue will feature interviews with women from various backgrounds, including entrepreneurs, corporate leaders, and everyday heroes. This week, join Rachel and the one and only, Sarah Cash Crawford, the owner of Anchor Wellness.  Hear about Sarah's passions, which led her...
2025-07-1538 minWhat The F*t?!
What The F*t?!Grief and love and life with Rachel DesRochersRachel DesRochers is an inspiring entrepreneur, author, and community leader dedicated to spreading gratitude and fostering connection through her work. She is the founder of The Gratitude Collective, a platform built on the principles of kindness, mindfulness, and appreciation, which serves as the foundation for her various ventures. As an author, Rachel shares her transformative journey through her latest book. The Mourning Light, a heartfelt exploration of healing, resilience, and growth.https://www.thegratitudecollective.org/If you're loving WTF?! and want even more exclusive content, join patreon for an extra episode every week! www.patreon.com/whatthefitpodcast
2025-07-141h 03Power to Pursue
Power to PursueIn Pursuit of...impacting your communityWelcome to Power to Pursue, a groundbreaking podcast hosted by Rachel DesRochers, a serial entrepreneur and nonprofit founder. Launched in the Spring of 2025, this podcast aims to celebrate and normalize the diverse pursuits of women—from perfecting their morning coffee to building successful businesses.  With a focus on inspiring and empowering listeners, Power to Pursue will feature interviews with women from various backgrounds, including entrepreneurs, corporate leaders, and everyday heroes. This week, join Rachel and Unataza Coffee's Aejandra Dlores! Alejandra owns Unataza, out of Dayton, Kentucky. Learn about her journey as a businesswoman, her...
2025-07-0840 minPower to Pursue
Power to PursueIn Pursuit of...living with intentionWelcome to Power to Pursue, a groundbreaking podcast hosted by Rachel DesRochers, a serial entrepreneur and nonprofit founder. Launched in the Spring of 2025, this podcast aims to celebrate and normalize the diverse pursuits of women—from perfecting their morning coffee to building successful businesses.  With a focus on inspiring and empowering listeners, "In Pursuit" will feature interviews with women from various backgrounds, including entrepreneurs, corporate leaders, and everyday heroes. Today, Veronica Sterling joins Rachel to chat about life, loss, and finding intention in our daily lives.  As the CEO of Hospice of Southwest Ohio...
2025-07-0142 minPower to Pursue
Power to PursueIn Pursuit of..re-thinking our relationship with moneyWelcome to Power to Pursue, a groundbreaking podcast hosted by Rachel DesRochers, a serial entrepreneur and nonprofit founder. Launched in the Spring of 2025, this podcast aims to celebrate and normalize the diverse pursuits of women—from perfecting their morning coffee to building successful businesses.  With a focus on inspiring and empowering listeners, "In Pursuit" will feature interviews with women from various backgrounds, including entrepreneurs, corporate leaders, and everyday heroes. Today, Sara Grace Mohr and Rachel to chat about money, honey! The newly - named CEO of the family business, Mackey Advisors, Sarah oversees the...
2025-06-2440 minPower to Pursue
Power to PursueIn Pursuit of...being a catalyst and a contributorWelcome to Power to Pursue, a groundbreaking podcast hosted by Rachel DesRochers, a serial entrepreneur and nonprofit founder. Launched in the Spring of 2025, this podcast aims to celebrate and normalize the diverse pursuits of women—from perfecting their morning coffee to building successful businesses.  With a focus on inspiring and empowering listeners, "In Pursuit" will feature interviews with women from various backgrounds, including entrepreneurs, corporate leaders, and everyday heroes. Today, join Rachel and her great friend Krista Powers. Join this self - proclaimed loving, powerful, and authentic human AND a cancer survivor (and thr...
2025-06-1740 minPower to Pursue
Power to PursueIn Pursuit of...Getting realWelcome to Power to Pursue, a groundbreaking podcast hosted by Rachel DesRochers, a serial entrepreneur and nonprofit founder. Launched in the Spring of 2025, this podcast aims to celebrate and normalize the diverse pursuits of women—from perfecting their morning coffee to building successful businesses.  With a focus on inspiring and empowering listeners, "In Pursuit" will feature interviews with women from various backgrounds, including entrepreneurs, corporate leaders, and everyday heroes. Today, Social Media Influencer, Kait Lott joins Rachel to discuss life as a social media influencer, how to deal with daily stressors, the importance of asking for...
2025-06-1059 minPower to Pursue
Power to PursueIn Pursuit of...WisdomWelcome to Power to Pursue, a groundbreaking podcast hosted by Rachel DesRochers, a serial entrepreneur and nonprofit founder. Launched in the Spring of 2025, this podcast aims to celebrate and normalize the diverse pursuits of women—from perfecting their morning coffee to building successful businesses.  With a focus on inspiring and empowering listeners, "In Pursuit" will feature interviews with women from various backgrounds, including entrepreneurs, corporate leaders, and everyday heroes. This week, Game Day Communications CEO, Jackie Reau joins Rachel to chat about.. well, everything, from the love of our region, finding your passions, the importance of...
2025-06-0331 mindisruptHER
disruptHERWhat Successful Women Know That You Weren't Told w/ Rachel DesRochersRachel DesRochers is a serial entrepreneur, community builder, and the visionary founder behind Grateful Grahams, Incubator Kitchen Collective, Good & Local, and one of the most powerful women’s summits in the Midwest, Power to Pursue.In today’s episode, Rachel joins me to reflect on her 15-year entrepreneurial journey, starting with homemade graham crackers and evolving into a transformative movement rooted in gratitude, authenticity, and sisterhood.Rachel dives into the strange factor that played a major role in shaping both her business and her personal life. Rachel also shares part...
2025-06-0353 minPower to Pursue
Power to PursueIn Pursuit of...Saying ’Yes!” to the funWelcome to Power to Pursue, a groundbreaking podcast hosted by Rachel DesRochers, a serial entrepreneur and nonprofit founder. Launched in the Spring of 2025, this podcast aims to celebrate and normalize the diverse pursuits of women—from perfecting their morning coffee to building successful businesses.  With a focus on inspiring and empowering listeners, "In Pursuit" will feature interviews with women from various backgrounds, including entrepreneurs, corporate leaders, and everyday heroes. Today, Rachel welcomes Alicia Wilhelmy! The two chat about pursuing life through FUN, why it's important to Alicia, and what eventually led her on a n...
2025-05-2741 minPower to Pursue
Power to PursueIn Pursuit of wellness: A chat with Kyla Woods about balancing acts, being part of a movement, and more.Welcome to Power to Pursue, a groundbreaking podcast hosted by Rachel DesRochers, a serial entrepreneur and nonprofit founder. Launched in the Spring of 2025, this podcast aims to celebrate and normalize the diverse pursuits of women—from perfecting their morning coffee to building successful businesses.  With a focus on inspiring and empowering listeners, Power to Pursue will feature interviews with women from various backgrounds, including entrepreneurs, corporate leaders, and everyday heroes. This week, join Rachel and Kyla Woods to kick off this impactful podcast series.  About Kyla: Kyla Woods is an experienced Broa...
2025-05-1635 minThe Write Your Own Story Podcast
The Write Your Own Story PodcastGratitude Is the Path: Resilience, Purpose & Leading with Heart with Rachel DesRochersIn this radiant and raw episode of Write Your Own Story, Betsy sits down with the remarkable Rachel DesRochers—serial entrepreneur, speaker, community builder, and founder of Power to Pursue—to explore what it really means to lead with gratitude, embody resilience, and live a purpose-driven life.From launching food ventures and a nonprofit Kitchen Collective to empowering thousands of women through one of the Midwest’s largest women’s movements, Rachel’s journey is anything but ordinary. But beneath the achievements lies the deeper story: one of grief, reinvention, and the unwavering power of returning to self....
2025-04-081h 01The HangOver with Roy & Freddy Mac
The HangOver with Roy & Freddy MacRNF Show Highlight | Rachel DesRochersSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2025-03-2110 minIn Her Land
In Her LandWith Grief and Gratitude: A Conversation with Rachel DesRochersAuthenticity and community are the foundation of true empowerment. On this episode of In Her Land, Rachel DesRochers — entrepreneur, author, and women’s activist — joins hosts Carrie and Mara to share her journey of resilience, motherhood, and the power of connection. As the founder of Power to Pursue, Rachel is on a mission to create safe spaces for women to uplift and support one another. She opens up about navigating grief, embracing vulnerability, and finding gratitude in every step of the journey. Please join Power to Pursue for a Vis...
2025-03-0451 minDisruption Now
Disruption NowDisruption Now Episode 177 | Disrupting Business with Gratitude with Rachel DesrochersIn this episode of the Disruption Now Podcast, host Rob Richardson sits down with Rachel Desrochers, the founder of Gratitude Collective and a passionate advocate for gratitude, entrepreneurship, and community building. Rachel shares her journey of turning a simple idea into a thriving business while fostering a culture of kindness and connection. She discusses the power of gratitude in both personal and professional life, the challenges of entrepreneurship, and how she supports other business owners through her work with the Incubator Kitchen Collective. Tune in for an inspiring conversation on purpose-driven business, resilience, and the impact of gratitude on...
2025-03-0436 minI\'m Done Apologizing
I'm Done ApologizingEp. 180 - The Power of GratitudeI’m excited to welcome Rachel DesRochers as my guest to the podcast this week. Rachel is a mother, a dreamer, a serial entrepreneur, and the founder of Power to Pursue. Gratitude and community are at the heart of everything she does — and she does a lot. In addition to founding Power to Pursue, Rachel is the creator behind Grateful Grahams, the Incubator Kitchen Collective, Gratitude Grams, and Good n' Local, all of which make up The Gratitude Collective. She is also an advisor for the Queen City Game Changers, an executive leadership program for...
2025-02-1026 minTogether Digital Power Lounge, Women in Digital with Power to Share
Together Digital Power Lounge, Women in Digital with Power to ShareGratitude in ActionWelcome to another episode of "The Power Lounge." This week, our host Amy Vaughan, Chief Empowerment Officer of Together Digital, sits down with Rachel DesRochers, an entrepreneur and community builder whose ventures are rooted in the practice of gratitude. In this episode titled "Gratitude in Action," Rachel shares her journey of founding multiple businesses, including Grateful Grahams, the Incubator Kitchen Collective, and the women’s initiative Power to Pursue. Rachel and Amy discuss the importance of incorporating gratitude into daily life and career, offering insights for reshaping mindset, fostering connections, and navigating challenges in entrepreneurship. Tune in to hear ho...
2025-01-2758 minThe Jungle Jim\'s Podcast
The Jungle Jim's PodcastFeeling Grateful with Rachel DesRochersThis week we're hanging with Rachel DesRochers, responsible for bolstering so many creatives and foodies in Cincinnati, teaching us great tips about life, bidets, and so much more. It was such a funny time with her - make sure to take some extra time to show some gratitude this week after you listen!
2025-01-021h 12What The F*t?!
What The F*t?!Rachel DesRochers is back to talk year 3 of Power to Pursue!My guest today is back again to talk about Power to Pursue- the third annual Summit welcomes a lineup of electrifying speakers, each determined to help you pursue your calling. At the Power to Pursue Summit, vulnerability is strength, community is a superpower and you are the key to creating the life of your dreams. Please welcome, the founder of Power to Pursue, Rachel DesRochers. https://www.powertopursue.org/summit If you're loving WTF?! and want even more exclusive content, join Patreon for an extra episode every week! www.patreon.com/whatthefitpodcast
2024-05-0353 minAbove the Fold
Above the FoldEastgate Mall's new owner and an interview with serial entrepreneur Rachel DesRochersHosts Andy and Tom talk about the sale of Eastgate Mall to a new owner, a Cincinnati marketing exec who was slated to live on a cruise for three years, a local restaurant being named one of the best new eateries in America, the uncertain future of Reds games broadcasts locally and the Queen City's newest B Corporation.Interview starts at (21:49). Rachel DesRochers started out with $1,000 and a vegan graham cracker recipe. Today, she runs a successful baking company, a restaurant incubator that has graduated some of the region's biggest names and is two years into running...
2023-12-0443 minGrounded in the Middle.
Grounded in the Middle.Unapologetically You: Embracing Authenticity and Showing Up in the World- Navigating Societal Pressures and Expectations Part 2This week's topic on the podcast: "Navigating External Expectations and Societal Pressures." Even as adults we are subjected to societal pressures to conform to what society tells us we should be and if we mold ourselves by what the world is putting out there, we're subjecting ourselves to losing ourselves and becoming less of who the world needs us to be-our own unique self. Show Notes: Ralph Waldo Emerson-To be yourself in a world that is constantly trying to make you something else is the greatest accomplishment. Maggie Smith | Award-winning poet, author...
2023-05-2933 minWhat The F*t?!
What The F*t?!Rachel DesRochers is back with the second annual Power to Pursue SummitMy guest today is the founder of Power to Pursue, the creator behind Grateful Grahams, the Incubator Kitchen Collective, The Good People Festival, Head to Heart Mentorship and the In Gratitude Podcast! She has received too many awards for me to name here but you can see all of them listed at powertopursue.org. Gratitude and community are at the heart of everything she does and today, as a returning What the F*t?! favorite, she’s here to talk about the second annual Power to Pursue, where vulnerability is a strength, community is a superpower, and you are the ke...
2023-04-141h 00Mind Your Business, NKY!
Mind Your Business, NKY!Helping people grow healthy businesses with Rachel DesRochers, Incubator Kitchen CollectiveThis week on Mind Your Business, NKY!, LINK nky CEO Lacy Starling and Business Reporter Kenton Hornbeck discuss tourism, booze and baseball. Kenton talks about MeetNKY's annual meeting and how NKY has readjusted to normal after the pandemic. What are the statistics saying about area tourism related to bourbon, cultural events and distilleries? We'll tell you!Then, Lacy chats with Rachel DesRochers from The Incubator Kitchen Collective, a non-profit that helps food entrepreneurs get their businesses off the ground. Rachel is also the mind behind the Good n' Local food show which highlights...
2023-03-2937 minThe Founder & The Force Multiplier
The Founder & The Force MultiplierGratitude, Fear, and Empowering Women to Pursue Their Dreams with Rachel DesRochersThe most powerful tool in business and life? Gratitude.Rachel DesRochers is a serial entrepreneur who went from “making brown squares” to building multiple businesses that empower women and other entrepreneurs to achieve their wildest dreams. She explains how gratitude is an essential tool to building businesses and living a fulfilled life, shares some gratitude practices you can implement today, and how letting go of expectations will let your goals and achievements become bigger than you could ever have imagined.Rachel DesRochers is the founder of Grateful Grahams, an artisanal graham cracker company; the Incubator Kitc...
2023-03-2032 minWhat The F*t?!
What The F*t?!2023 Vision Board with Rachel DesRochers & Stevi CarrOn this episode of WTF?!, host Kristel Rubio @krissygirlie is joined by Rachel DesRochers, CEO of The Gratitude Collective and founder of Power to Pursue and Stevi Carr, founder of WISe Wellness Guild, for a special New Year episode! The three girlies share their vision boards for 2023 and beyond, in audio form. Wishing you all a healthy and wealthy 2023! www.racheldesrochers.com www.powertopursue.org www.wisewellnessguild.com
2022-12-301h 39On Purpose
On PurposeThe Voice of Gratitude w/ Rachel DesRochersListen to a conversation about the always-available voice of gratitude, and how embracing it can deepen your outlook and lead to a more fulfilling life. Janice is joined by Rachel DesRochers who shares personal stories and practical wisdom.Connect with Rachel at her WebsiteFollow Janice on Facebook and InstagramEmail Janice: stopdiets@aol.comJanice's Website: http://stopdiets.comIf you enjoy the podcast, please leave a positive rating and review!
2022-10-1136 minPound This Path
Pound This Path769: Power To Pursue - Women's Empowerment SummitPower to Pursue is a one day women's empowerment summit in Cincinnati 5/20/22. In this epsiode founders Rachel DesRochers, Kyla Woods, Whitney Ellison and Stevi Carr join me to discuss this event where you'll engage with speakers, panelists and fireside chats that will fill your soul - and leave with energetic magic, community and tools to support the dream you are in the process of manifesting. Get more info and tickets here: https://www.powertopursue.org/     If you're in need of a health coach, and you'd like to check out Team Fit With Me...
2022-05-1044 minWhat The F*t?!
What The F*t?!Power to Pursue - Rachel DesRochers & Whitney EllisonMy guests today are here to talk about Power to Pursue- a one day women’s empowerment and entrepreneurial summit, welcoming entrepreneurs at all stages of the journey. Retreat with us to a day spent witnessing speakers, panelists and fireside chats that fill your soul. Leave with energetic magic, community and tools to support the dream you are in the process of manifesting. Please welcome, founder, Rachel DesRochers and co-founder, Whitney Ellison! powertopursue.org
2022-05-061h 13House and Home Chat Real Estate Real Talk With Dena and Chris
House and Home Chat Real Estate Real Talk With Dena and ChrisThe Power of Gratitude - in Business and LifeDoes Gratitude have a place in business? Is it possible to be profitable and yet lead your business practices with gratitude at its core? Today’s guest, Rachel DesRochers, founder of “The Gratitude Collective” takes us on her journey of entrepreneurship which includes launching her 1st business, “Grateful Grahams,” and leads us into her latest venture, “The Power to Pursue”, a women’s empowerment summit. Listen up to our conversation with Rachel as she discusses “the most important tool we have in our toolbox” and how to SHOW up, Make the world a better place, & LEAD with Gratitude. In REAL TALK, Dena & Chris share some of the
2021-11-2445 minThe Financial Shepherd
The Financial ShepherdThe Financial Shepherd: EPS 6 Rachel DesRochersIf your searching for your purpose, trying to overcome obstacles in life, or digging deep to find the motivation to take action that puts you in a position to be successful then you do not want to miss this episode of The Financial Shepherd Podcast.  During this episode The Financial Shepherd, Joshua Casey Garland, sits down with serial entrepreneur, Rachel DesRochers owner of the Incubator Kitchen Collective, Grateful Grahams, and Rachel DesRochers LLC.   
2021-10-2145 minThe Labors of Love Podcast
The Labors of Love PodcastEpisode 78: Care Thru GratitudeOn this Episode, La Shanda and her guest, Chief Gratitude Officer of Grateful Grahams, and Founder of Incubator Kitchen Collective Rachel DesRochers, discuss gratitude, suffering, and cookies. For more info about Rachel: https://www.racheldesrochers.com Facebook: Grateful Grahams and Incubator Kitchen Collective Instagram: @racheldesrochers @gratefulgrahams @incubatorkitchencollective For more information about Labors of Love: Facebook: Labors of Love Counseling and Consulting Twitter: @LaborsofLove513 Instagram: @LaborsofLove513 @the_lol_pod YouTube: Labors of Love Counseling and Consulting...
2021-10-1253 minWhat The F*t?!
What The F*t?!Rachel DesRochers - Head to Heart MentorshipMy guest today believes anything is possible, especially when we create from our heart. She’s built a project 20 years in the making, boiled down from years of experience working in branding, marketing, food and entrepreneurship. This work is for anyone who is ready to clear the clutter and do what it takes to create your biggest dreams. Please welcome, Rachel DesRochers, here to talk about the Head to Heart Mentorship! https://www.racheldesrochers.com/mentorship/ Don't forget to rate and review the podcast on iTunes! Help support with a monthly contribution via the Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/whatthefitpodcast
2021-06-251h 02Cocktails in the Organic Aisle
Cocktails in the Organic Aisle12. Getting Grateful with Rachel DesRochersMeet Rachel DesRochers, entrepreneur and owner of the Incubator Kitchen Collective. She is on a mission of spreading gratitude and creative community. Rachel shares what it is to not only be grateful, but how to feel grateful. Being busy can sometimes prevent us from just being with ourselves. Graftulness is an opportunity for you to come back to your body, peal back all the layers and take it in. Please join Rachel as she is interviewed by our very own Rachel Eten. Show Notes: Follow Rachel Facebook - https://www.facebook.com...
2021-06-1129 minPound This Path
Pound This Path667: Head To Heart Mentorship With Rachel DesRochersRachel DesRochers has been been a Pound This guest before discussing her 100 pound weight loss (episode 470). In this episode we discuss Rachel's newest work, Head To Heart Mentorship, which I've found very successful in the last month. Head To Heart Mentorship: https://www.racheldesrochers.com/mentorship/ Find Rachel on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/racheldesrochers/ Or through her businesses: https://www.gratefulgrahams.com/ https://www.incubatorkitchencollective.org/   Find me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/youcanpoundthis/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AmandaValentineBites W...
2021-05-0347 minWhat The F*t?!
What The F*t?!REPOST WTF?! LIVE! with Rachel DesRochersMy guest today is a woman, a mother, a wife, a creator, a thought leader, a lover, a gratitude junkie, an entrepreneur, a friend, a sister, a listener, a do-er. She craves a bigger, even more expansive community and conversation. After starting a vegan cookie company as a vehicle to talk about gratitude, she started a women’s circle that evolved to Grateful Gatherings. She started the region’s first shared-use kitchen space and that inspiration led to a podcast series to share deep conversations. She has a big passion for spreading gratitude and I’m so grateful she’s here tod...
2021-03-051h 18Northern Kentucky Spotlight
Northern Kentucky SpotlightIncubator Kitchen CollectiveThe Incubator Kitchen Collective is a non-profit organization that provides a hand up and a push forward for food entrepreneurs in the Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky region.  We offer a comprehensive framework of support that helps food start-ups overcome the unique barriers in the food industry. The Incubator Kitchen Collective was started in September 2013 by Rachel DesRochers, owner of Grateful Grahams. She wanted to create a shared kitchen space to support foodpreneurs with an affordable, comprehensive approach. Thank you to our sponsors: CVG, L & N Federal Credit Union, CKREU Consulting 
2020-12-1424 minWhat The F*t?!
What The F*t?!WTF?! LIVE! with Rachel DesRochers - Grateful GrahamsMy guest today is a woman, a mother, a wife, a creator, a thought leader, a lover, a gratitude junkie, an entrepreneur, a friend, a sister, a listener, a do-er. She craves a bigger, even more expansive community and conversation. After starting a vegan cookie company as a vehicle to talk about gratitude, she started a women’s circle that evolved to Grateful Gatherings. She started the region’s first shared-use kitchen space and that inspiration led to a podcast series to share deep conversations. She has a big passion for spreading gratitude and I’m so grateful she’s here tod...
2020-10-091h 15Pound This Path
Pound This Path553: ICYMI - How Rachel Lost 90 Pounds And Found A Healthier Life Through GratitudeIn case you missed this earlier episode...Over the past 2 years, Rachel DesRochers has been finding a healthier life through gratitude. In this episode hear about her wake up call, and how she decided to change her life.  Find Rachel on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/racheldesrochers/ Or through her businesses: https://www.gratefulgrahams.com/ https://www.incubatorkitchencollective.org/   Find me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/youcanpoundthis/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AmandaValentineBites Website: http://amandavalentinebites.com/
2020-08-0655 minPound This Path
Pound This Path497: Gratitude Challenge With Rachel DesRochersFocusing on gratitude during these crazy times is pretty important! Join the Pound This 2 week gratitude challenge led by Rachel DesRochers! Find the Facebook group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/538179763759095/ Get the free gratitude journal here: https://www.racheldesrochers.com/ Find Rachel on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/racheldesrochers/   Find me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/youcanpoundthis/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AmandaValentineBites Website: http://amandavalentinebites.com/
2020-04-1318 minPerson of Interest with Natalie Jones
Person of Interest with Natalie JonesPerson of Interest with Natalie Jones: Rachel DesRochersRachel DesRochers is the woman behind Grateful Grahams, Incubator Kitchen Collective, In Gratitude Podcast, and is only getting started as she says. We chatted and let the conversation take us to the next level, I hope you love this as much as I do. She proves that yes, there is always a reason to be happy :) See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2020-04-0149 minPound This Path
Pound This Path470: How Rachel Lost 90 Pounds And Found A Healthier Life Through GratitudeOver the past 2 years, Rachel DesRochers has been finding a healthier life through gratitude. In this episode hear about her wake up call, and how she decided to change her life.  Find Rachel on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/racheldesrochers/ Or through her businesses: https://www.gratefulgrahams.com/ https://www.incubatorkitchencollective.org/   Find me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/youcanpoundthis/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AmandaValentineBites Website: http://amandavalentinebites.com/ Moab weekend adventure: https://explorerchick.rezdy.com/366006/amanda-valentine-bites-moab-weekend-adventure
2020-03-0357 minFailing Forward
Failing ForwardEpisode 47 - Rachel DesRochers - Entrepreneur & Gratitude ExpertRachel DesRochers says every failure and challenge she’s experienced is the best thing to happen to her. When she was fired from her job at Whole Foods, she realized it was her chance to live her purpose: bringing people together and practicing gratitude. That has led Rachel to start two successful businesses, Grateful Grahams and Incubator Kitchen Collective, and her podcast, In Gratitude. On episode 47, Rachel discusses how she learned gratitude, her favorite ways to practice it and why we all should talk about our failures. Learn more about Rachel and her podcast: https://www.racheldesrochers.com/ Grateful Grahams: ht...
2019-11-0739 minPound This Path
Pound This Path351: ICYMI - Rachel DesRochers - The Importance Of Gratitude And CommunityIn case you missed it...Rachel DesRochers is one amazing woman! In this episode we discuss how Rachel let a complete stranger (me) come to her house to discuss food and body issues, and the importance of gratitude and community and how she's actually doing something about it. Find Rachel's Grateful Grahams here: https://www.gratefulgrahams.com/ Incubator Kitchen Collective & Kitchen Convos Podcast here: https://www.incubatorkitchencollective.org/ On Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/racheldesrochers/
2019-08-2259 minManifestor Academy for Entrepreneurs with Michelle Andersen
Manifestor Academy for Entrepreneurs with Michelle AndersenRachel DesRochers on Growing with GratitudeYou'll be pleasantly surprised to hear Rachel DesRocher's story about building her business on gratitude. In this interview Rachel talks about weaving gratitude into everything she does. She has created a very impressive compilation of gatherings, businesses, events, and even a gratitude journal all from her commitment to making everything stem from a grateful beginning.  Rachel is a major Manifestor. Starting with her Grateful Grahams cookie company, she explains how growing up with gratitude inspired her to start a gratitude company that happens to make cookies. You can find Rachel's website by clicking right here...
2019-04-0532 minSynergy Mindset Coaching Podcast
Synergy Mindset Coaching PodcastGratitude’s Lifeline with Rachel"You can not be in gratitude and have lack at the same time. It is a conscious choice that you as a human being are making to say, I don't have enough or look at how full my cup is."       -Rachel DesRochers Show notes coming soon.........Mentions:5 Love Languages https://www.5lovelanguages.comLinks: www.racheldesrochers.com Instagram - @racheldesrochers Facebook- @racheldesrochers
2019-02-1122 minLife\'s Valleys and Mountaintops
Life's Valleys and MountaintopsGratitude’s Lifeline with Rachel DesRochers"You can not be in gratitude and have lack at the same time. It is a conscious choice that you as a human being are making to say, I don't have enough or look at how full my cup is."       -Rachel DesRochers   Show notes coming soon......... Mentions: 5 Love Languages https://www.5lovelanguages.com Links: www.racheldesrochers.com Instagram - @racheldesrochers Facebook- @racheldesrochers --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lvmountaintops/message
2019-02-1122 minWhat\'s Your \
What's Your "And"?170.5: The Importance Of Internal Marketing To The Employee Experience [podcast]The Green Apple Podcast does weekly "Green Apple Slices", where John Garrett and Rachel Fisch discuss a recent business article related to the Green Apple Message. These shorter segments are released each Monday, so don't miss an episode by subscribing on iTunes or an Android app. This week, John and Rachel discuss a Forbes article, "The Importance Of Internal Marketing To The Employee Experience" by Michael DesRochers.
2019-01-1405 minOwn Your Power with Tandy Pryor
Own Your Power with Tandy PryorRachel DesRochers - The Power of Gratitude and the Role of Food in Creating of Community
2018-11-1400 minPound This Path
Pound This Path123: Rachel DesRochers - The Importance Of Gratitude And CommunityRachel DesRochers is one amazing woman! In this episode we discuss how Rachel let a complete stranger (me) come to her house to discuss food and body issues, and the importance of gratitude and community and how she's actually doing something about it. Find Rachel's Grateful Grahams here: https://www.gratefulgrahams.com/ Incubator Kitchen Collective & Kitchen Convos Podcast here: https://www.incubatorkitchencollective.org/ On Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/racheldesrochers/
2018-10-2258 minLost On The River
Lost On The RiverLost On The River Ep. 12celebrate our contemporary artistic community. Episode 12 features living legend Philip Paul, a King Records session drummer who played on countless genre-defining records and shaped the course of music history. Phil, who does an impromptu performance backed by Elliott Ruther and Matt Holt, proving he still makes new music at 93 years old. How great for Mr. Paul’s legacy to be even more connected with the modern Herzog era. We're also joined by Rachel Desrochers of Grateful Grahams, the Incubator Kitchen Collective, and the Good People Festival. Quite a lineup, for sure! All aboard ... let's get Lost On The River!
2018-06-071h 27Amy\'s Table
Amy's TableMake planning for your career or other goals easier with a vision board. Amy gets help from Rachel DesRochersRachel DesRochers is the founder of Grateful Grahams and she's learned how to succeed and reach her goals by using vision boards for her career and future goals. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2018-01-1210 min