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Sole Source98: Understanding Shame and How to Talk About ItNo one wants to talk about their failures. We're taught that showing vulnerability is a weakness, yet everyone experiences shame and many times it can be devastating.Strong women aren't afraid of failure and that is what we're talking about in this episode of Sole Source.To connect with Charlene Norman, visit https://www.linkedin.com/in/canorman/.For the link to the free resource she mentions, visit https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGb0bBp7bTQBHLlyAfNV-Fg.For the link to the $500 a year resource she mentions, visit https://www.mindvalley.com/ . 2022-01-3145 minSole Source97: The shame of breastfeedingBreastfeeding can be a controversial topic. Why? We don't get it either.Katie and Tracy are talking about the lingering shame they have felt from struggling to breastfeed their children. You would think such a natural process would be easy, but it's not! From neverending pumping sessions, to using formula, to feeling claustrophobic while breastfeeding, there can be a lot of feelings of shame and inadequacy as a new mom.Listen in to hear Katie and Tracy get real about their shame.2022-01-2423 minSole Source96: Are you living a lie? Let's try confidence instead.Are you living up to your fullest potential? Or are you living in a way that fits what someone else told you to be? These are the questions we're diving into this week with Megan Hamilton, founder of UBU Skills.It's amazing how past narratives or what someone had told us a long time ago can stick with us and influence the way we see ourselves, the way we behave and our overall confidence. Megan explains how to overcome these lies and be your most confident self.To learn more about Megan Hamilton...2022-01-1745 minSole Source95: Nervous about public speaking? You're not alone.Some people are natural orators and thrive in front of groups of people. Other people absolutely dread public speaking. But the skills that come with being an effective speaker can help you build your overall confidence in life, and they're skills that each person can learn.That doesn't mean it's easy. Katie and Tracy are sharing their experiences with public speaking and the fears and butterflies they get when they're going into a presentation.2022-01-1011 minSole Source94: Speaking out against sexual assault at work. A real woman's story.Kaitlyn Carlson is the founder and CEO of Theory Planning Partners. She is helping women get to the top of their financial game by using her business knowledge and financial wit to propel women to be just as powerful as their male counterparts. However, her business started from a place of pain and a desire to overcome it.She entered the financial world as a young woman at a large financial firm. She was sexually assaulted by a male senior financial planner. She decided to speak up which prompted other women to come forward and...2022-01-0351 minSole Source93: Women are warriors and victims in a world of sexual assaultThere's power in numbers and we've seen that in action as more women come forward with stories of sexual harassment and assault in the workplace. Katie and Tracy are previewing next week's episode of Sole Source where we speak with a woman who is sharing her story of sexual assault at work and helping to show other women the importance of taking back your power and not living in fear.Katie and Tracy discuss how women are often the victims of sexual harassment but then have to turn around and be their own advocate, their o...2021-12-2715 minSole Source92: Oh no... society's expectations... are brokenDo you ever feel like you're just going through life checking off the boxes society tells you to be checking? But on the inside, you feel like shit?Katie and Kacie from "It All Media" are hosts of the hilarious and informative podcast called "Fuck It All."This week's episode is for every woman who has ever felt unhappy with her life and wanted to just say "fuck it all" and walk away. Because let's be honest, we all want to do that sometimes.Listen to the Fuck It All podcast wherever you...2021-12-2053 minSole Source91: Katie and Tracy discuss what 'having it all' looks likeHave you ever wanted to just throw your hands up and say "F" it to everything?As women, we have expectations to be the perfect mother and wife with a clean house and homemade meals. Oh but don't forget about that successful career and make sure you stay in shape. Are these things you want or are you ignoring what makes you happy to please everyone else? If it's the latter, it can lead you to throw your hands up and have an "F it all" moment.Katie and Tracy have both experienced this to...2021-12-1316 minSole Source90: Sexual assault. A true story from a victim of clergy abuse.Schools and churches are supposed to be places we go to feel safe, but what happens when that isn't the case?Sandy Phillips Kirkham, author of the book "Let me Prey Upon You" is sharing the very chilling details of her story as a victim of clergy abuse. She aims to raise awareness of what victims of sexual assault go through and how it has shaped her view of the church later in life.To read Sandy's full story, check out her book here: sandyphillipskirkham.com.2021-12-0641 minSole Source89: The fine line between protecting your kids and helicopter parentingKatie and Tracy are talking with each other this week ahead of a tough Sole Source episode when we talk to a woman who was a victim of clergy abuse as a young teen.As working mothers of young children, Katie and Tracy discuss the need to leave their children with other people. And while their children are left with trusted people, there's still fear around what could happen. Listen to this candid conversation around parenting, working full time and the neverending fear many mothers have when they have to leave their children in the c...2021-11-2917 minSole Source88: How to Know if Your Diet is an Eating DisorderAs women, many of us have a love/hate relationship with food. As we approach the beginning of the holiday season many people either limit what they eat or decide to just enjoy themselves and hit the dieting and gym hard come January. However, many are dealing with deeper underlying food issues and some are battling eating disorders. Dr. Cristina Castagnini Ph.D. has battled an eating disorder herself and now is a certified eating disorder specialist, helping others overcome this debilitating disease. She is sharing her struggles with food, how to know when a diet is b...2021-11-2243 minSole Source87: Relationships with Food Ahead of the HolidaysKatie and Tracy are talking about food just ahead of Thanksgiving.There's no denying we are flooded with good food as the holidays draw near but for many that can also be a source of anxiety and stress. Katie and Tracy are talking about food and setting us up for next week's Sole Source episode with eating disorder specialist Dr. Cristina Castagnini.To connect with Dr. Castagnini, visit her website at freedomtowellness.com.Connect with the Sole Source teamWebsite I Facebook I Instagram2021-11-1513 minSole Source86: Diane Pleuss is your career matchmakerDiane Pleuss is known as the franchise fitter, basically she considers herself a matchmaker for people in finding the right career fit for them in the franchise world.Many people, especially women, are choosing to exit their current jobs to find something with more flexibility, better hours and better pay in light of the changes the COVID-19 pandemic has brought to light. Operating a franchise and being your own boss, might just be the perfect fit.To connect with Diane Pleuss, visit dianepleuss.com.Connect with the Sole Source team...2021-11-0831 minSole Source85: A blind date but make it your careerKatie and Tracy are on the mic this week talking about knowing when to make a career change. Both ladies made a major career move during the pandemic when there was a lot up in the air and moving careers was a risky thing to do. However, both are reflecting on that decision and talking about when they knew it was time to make a change as they preview next week's episode on starting your own franchise.Connect with the Sole Source teamWebsite I Facebook I Instagram2021-11-0115 minSole Source84: Are you psychic? Yes, you are!Did you know you have psychic abilities? Everyone does!It's the week of Halloween and Sole Source is talking with professional psychic medium DeEtte Ranae about what psychic abilities look like. We're also talking about encounters with the other side and what they mean.To connect with DeEtte Ranae for a reading or to develop your own psychic or medium abilities, visit www.deetteranae.com.Connect with the Sole Source teamWebsite I Facebook I Instagram2021-10-2558 minSole Source83: BOO! Let's talk about ghost storiesRaquel and Tracy are talking about spiritual encounters and psychic experiences on this week's episode of Sole Source.Have you ever experienced something with the other side? Share it with us on our Facebook page here: https://www.facebook.com/SoleSourcePodcast.Connect with the Sole Source teamWebsite I Facebook I Instagram2021-10-1815 minSole Source82: The Importance of Flexibility at Work for WomenKatie and Tracy are on the mic pulling up one of their favorite Sole Source episodes. This one focuses on the importance of flexible hours for working women, especially after the changes we've seen following the pandemic.Connect with the Sole Source teamWebsite I Facebook I InstagramBuzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched!Start for FREEDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.2021-10-1134 minSole Source81: Overcoming Imposter SyndromeKatie and Tracy from the Sole Source team are choosing a favorite throwback episode of Sole Source and this week they've chosen an episode that is relateable to so many out there, Imposter Syndrome.Sole Source is speaking with the expert on this topic, Valerie Young. She is talking about what Imposter Syndrome is, how to recognize it and how to overcome it so you can achieve your highest potential.Valerie Young is a national speaker, author and the founder of impostersyndrome.com. She has been featured in TIME Magazine, Newsweek, Cosmopolitan, Redbook and Women's...2021-10-0435 minSole Source80: Perfection is Overrated with Carenda DeonnePerfection is a status many women feel pressured into achieving, even though it's not attainable. With impossible standards shown all over social media and in magazines, it's hard not to get swept up into it.Carenda Deonne is here to explain why perfection isn't worth the stress and that there is so much beauty in imperfections.To learn more about Carenda, visit her website at carendadeonne.com.Connect with the Sole Source teamWebsite I Facebook I Instagram2021-09-2730 minSole Source79: Getting Real About Feeling Pressure to Be PerfectKatie and Tracy are back at it in this episode discussing the pressure to be perfect and its impact on women.They're discussing how social media adds to the pressure women feel to live up to this standard of perfection.Connect with the Sole Source teamWebsite I Facebook I Instagram2021-09-2013 minSole Source78: How to Get the Best Sleep of Your LifeLet's talk sleep for a minute. Most people don't get enough sleep and women are notorious for putting everyone's needs above their own so sleep is something many of us go without.Victoria Lockard is the host of Snoozecast and she is an expert when it comes to getting a good night's rest. Listen to her tips in this episode and if you want to check out one of the sleep stories she is talking about, listen to Snoozecast. You can find it wherever you listen to podcasts. Connect with the Sole Source team2021-09-1332 minSole Source77: How tired are you? We're talking about sleepSleep is so important for your mind, body and overall health.Katie and Tracy from the Sole Source team decided to sit down and talk about some of their own bad sleep habits and how having young kids adds to the disruption of getting a good night's sleep.Connect with the Sole Source teamWebsite I Facebook I Instagram2021-09-0620 minSole Source76: Taking on a man's world with the 2 Savvy SistersBreaking into a male dominated field is tough as a woman. It's easy to feel out of your element and a little intimidated.Alice and Doris Ng are the 2 Savvy Sisters and they have broken into the real estate business. They're sharing their stories of how they got their business started in a male dominated field and how being women actually helps them excel amongst the guys.Connect with the 2 Savvy Sisters:alice@2savvysisters.comdoris@2savvysisters.comFind them on Instagram: @2savvysisters Connect with the Sole Source t...2021-08-3029 minSole Source75: How To Manifest Your Prince CharmingWe've all heard about putting your wishes out into the universe and manifesting what you want. Well, Dr. Holly Battey, a matchmaker and love coach says she has done this with her husband and she can help you do it too.If you're still looking for the love of your life definitely give this episode a listen.SPECIAL OFFER:The first 10 people to email Dr. Holly Battey after listening to this episode win a free 30-minute dating success call. All you have to do is mention you heard about it on Sole...2021-08-2329 minSole Source74: What's it like being a social media influencer?Social media influencers are a huge piece of social media today, and their photos and travel blogs can prompt a lot of us to want a piece of that kind of life. But what exactly goes into being a social media influencer?Monica Houghton of @fromheretosunday on Instagram shares her story of the good, the bad and the ugly that comes from making a living off of being a nomadic social media travel influencer.To explore Monica's travels, visit her Instagram and blog.Connect with the Sole Source teamWebsite...2021-08-1622 minSole Source73: Courts don't want you to neglect your mental healthDivorce is scary. Going through a divorce when you have mental health concerns can be even scarier. Will the courts see my medication or therapy sessions as negative when reviewing custody arrangements? Lisa Zeiderman of Miller Zeiderman LLP says that those who are seeking help or have already sought help can actually be seen more favorably by the courts because it shows your willingness and commitment to be healthy and stable. Listen in as we break down the way courts view mental health.Connect with the Sole Source teamWebsite I...2021-08-0932 min
APC PresentsRaquel Lamal - From Broadcast to PodcastPresenting... Raquel Lamal! A former Emmy-award winning TV news journalist, Raquel now hosts the Sole Source podcast telling stories by woman, for woman. After a year of releasing weekly episodes, she looks back on what she's learned and offers some sage advice for podcasters at any stage.Guest Links:Sole Source Podcast - Red Shoes Inc.Sole Source YouTube ChannelSole Source Society - FB GroupLocal Places Mentioned in This Episode:Red Mill Gift Shop and Wedding Chapel - Waupaca, WIFortitude Krav Maga – Neenah, WIFox Cities Performing Arts CenterFox Valley Humane Association...2021-08-0451 minSole Source72: Millennials are broke and the financial system isn’t helping.The stereotype is that Millennials are broke, living in their parents' basement, eating ramen noodles and peanut butter. Not entirely true but living paycheck-to-paycheck is something that many Millennials can relate to and are not particularly thrilled about. One Certified Financial Planner (CFP) claims the financial system is working against Millennials and even more so against women. But she says she has a solution. Sarah Paulson CFP is the owner of Valkyrie Financial and her business model specifically helps Millennial women get their finances in order and prepare for retirement. She says the clock is tic...2021-08-0231 minSole Source71: Not giving a fu**... No regrets with Katie SellerThis episode is for those who don't mind swearing and getting real.It is time to be the truest versions of ourselves no matter what others think. We have lives to live and things to do. Let's get to it.Katie Seller is an author, podcast host and entrepreneur who is throwing the rules out the window and teaching women to get out of their own way and kick ass at life.Check out Katie's business, Metal Marvels here.Connect with the Sole Source teamWebsite I Facebook...2021-07-2654 minSole Source70: Welcome Back, Raquel!It's been three months since you all heard Raquel hosting Sole Source but she is back!Listen in as Raquel and Lisa sit down to talk through Lisa's experience filling in as host while Raquel was out on maternity leave, Raquel's life as a new mom and the exciting new things coming to Sole Source.Connect with the Sole Source teamWebsite I Facebook I Twitter I Instagram2021-07-1913 minSole Source69: Planning for divorce when you're not planning on divorcingWhat? Who would plan for a divorce if they’re not planning on divorcing their spouse?Here’s the thing, divorce doesn’t typically happen out of thin air. It’s a build-up over years of feeling like something might be wrong in the marriage or not working quite as it should be. And knowledge is power. Cliché, but true.So whether something is just feeling off, you’re considering divorce or you’ve decided to go through with a divorce, it’s a good idea to meet with a lawyer to understand how current issues in your...2021-07-1237 minSole Source68: Traveling when the world is still in pandemic recovery with Rose GrayWithout a doubt, the travel industry was hit hard by the COVID-19 pandemic. But 2021 is feeling a lot different than 2020. Restrictions continue to be lifted, more people are getting vaccinated, and the travel industry is bouncing back. Bouncing is the keyword there.Different airlines and travel agencies are still in recovery just like everyone else. So if you’re planning on traveling, you need to be prepared to be flexible and pivot as flights are changed, times are delayed… etc. Listen in to Rose Gray, Business Relationship Director at Fox World Travel, as she shares tips...2021-07-0131 minSole Source67: How to have a happy birth day with Sarah LavonneWomen are strong. We are resilient, and we hold the power to bring new life into this world. And while having a baby is just about as natural as it gets, that doesn’t mean we naturally know what to expect and that we shouldn’t prepare for it. About one-third of birthing people describe their birth experience as traumatic, and too often that’s because we either didn’t know what to expect, we felt like we didn’t have control over what was happening to us, or we felt alone in the process.The great news is, w...2021-06-2837 minSole Source66: Rerun of episode 41: Practicing Mindfulness During Stressful TimesWe all get stressed out sometimes, and it can be really hard to get your brain to focus on what you need to get done.We're sharing our favorite Stephanie Bellin episode, originally published on December 28, 2020, when she took the time to walk us through three exercises in mindfulness that the Sole Source team still uses today.Have fun participating in this rerun and find some peace during stressful moments in your life.To learn more about Stephanie Bellin and her services, visit her LinkedIn account here https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephanie-bellin-16...2021-06-2157 minSole Source65: Rerun of episode 40: Breaking the glass ceiling and having it allA lot of women feel pressured to choose between career and caring for their families. Can women really have it all?In our Sole Source episode, first published on December 21, 2020, we talked with Beth Borgen, the first female president at Lakeland University in its more than 100-year history. It has become one of our favorites because Beth is breaking the glass ceiling and shaking things up at the university with a fresh and female perspective - truly setting an example to everyone around her about how we can have a fulfilling career while maintaining work-life balance.2021-06-1420 minSole Source64: Living with schizophrenia: a candid conversation about breaking the mental health stigmaListen in to this raw and emotional episode when Keris Myrick talks candidly with us about her story of being diagnosed with schizophrenia, the isolation and embarrassment she felt early on, and the terrifying encounters she’s experienced throughout the years.She is now using her trauma and courage to give a voice and face to those living with mental illnesses and is advocating for change to create a more supportive and safe environment in the world of behavioral health response.Learn how you can get involved with The Jed Foundation and make a positive im...2021-06-0740 minSole Source63: Who needs a therapist when you have a hairdresser?You walk into the salon after a long week. Your partner is getting on your nerves, maybe your kids haven’t given you a second of alone time, maybe you live alone and are craving human connection.“Okay, girl! What are we doing for you today?”You sink into the salon chair and let it all out to the listening ears of your stylist who is working their magic to bring your hair back to life.In this episode, we talk with Lauren Mackellar, hairstylist and owner of Studio Meta in Melbourne, Australia, about...2021-05-3131 minSole Source62: Don’t be flexing like that! COVID-19 screen time with the National Eye InstituteWhen you are focused on something, you’re not blinking much, and our eyes have a muscle inside that flexes when you’re looking up close at something. If you’re spending prolonged periods of time looking at a screen like many of us are right now, you’re flexing this muscle all the time without ever giving it a break. Exhausting!We talk with Dr. Cousineau-Krieger from the National Eye Institute about the increase in eye strain and eye fatigue ophthalmologists have been noticing in the era of COVID-19 when avoiding screens is virtually impossible for many, pu...2021-05-2421 minSole SourceEP61: Why women need to take control of their financial future2021-05-1738 minSole Source61: Don’t put your head in the sand. Owning your financial future with Tanya Nichols“Women make financial decisions for the benefit of others at the expense of ourselves.” Oof… That hits hard. While we’ve made great strides, many women still have internalized feelings about needing to care for others first. Now, that alone isn’t a bad thing. But an important piece that cannot be neglected is having awareness of how caring for others is affecting your own finances. It is risky to leave yourself in the dark and have someone else control your finances. Divorce happens. Death happens. And having an awareness of how much money you have in vari...2021-05-1738 minSole Source60: Shrink it and pink it? No more. Xena Workwear steps up for women in manufacturingIndustries like the manufacturing industry have a similar model when they start trying to market to women. We’ve all seen the shrink it and pink it technique when an item is made a little smaller and turned pink with “for women” slapped on the label.Our guest host Lisa Cruz talks with Ana Kraft, founder and CEO of Xena Workwear, about her own frustrating experiences as a project engineer who struggled to find work-appropriate attire that wasn’t pink or designed for men.If you’re looking for functional and professional workwear that is still styl...2021-05-1030 minSole Source59: We’ve Got a Problem: The Opioid Crisis Aggravated by a Pandemic with the Mayo ClinicOpioid and substance use disorders were major issues before COVID-19 shook the world. And while everyone is at risk, those already struggling with substance abuse were thrown into a perfect storm. Experts have tragically observed that a year of isolation and social distancing due to the pandemic has aggravated the Opioid Crisis. In many ways, the stresses of the pandemic pushed people who may have been making progress with their opioid use disorder back toward substance dependency to cope with all that is happening. In this episode, we're talking with Dr. Halena Gazelka, an anesthesiologist wh...2021-05-0331 minSole Source58: Can the Left and the Right Get Along? Braver Angels Looks to Unite the U.S.We’re all feeling the tension in the United States right now. But studies show that much of that divide is coming from our own misperceptions. Braver Angels, a non-profit de-polarization organization, is confronting the issue head-on with volunteers across the country. By gathering people into groups to host debates and one-on-one conversations, these free workshops aim to teach people how to talk to each other to hear and understand each other’s point of view.To sign up to listen or participate in a free event, visit https://braverangels.org/.Connect with...2021-04-2630 minSole Source57: Permanent Makeup is Helping Women Take Back ControlVictims of domestic abuse, those battling cancer, and many others living with mental health disorders and deformities are reclaiming their confidence with the help of Hope & Olive Inc. This non-profit organization based in northeast Wisconsin provides permanent makeup, tattoo removal and areola restoration to women from all walks of life at no cost to them. In this episode, we'll talk with the founder of Hope & Olive, Jill Ullmer, along with Jodi Meyer (previously seen on The Doctors) who has received services from Hope & Olive as she continues to battle a rare disease called essential tremors.2021-04-1934 minSole Source56: Traumatized People Need Trauma-Informed Care with Jennifer BartolottaYou know that phrase, don't judge a book by its cover? That is exactly what we're talking about in this episode of Sole Source. Life is messy and a tornado of feelings can come out of the trauma we experience. Without being able to regulate those feelings, they can creep into our behavior that touches all aspects of our lives. It can be confusing to us and to those around us who may not know that our behavior has its roots somewhere else – our trauma. Jennifer Bartolotta, the owner of Bartolotta & Associates based in Milwaukee, Wisc...2021-04-1251 minSole Source55: Caring for Caregivers with the CDCCaring for a loved one with a critical or terminal illness often becomes the number one priority in a caregiver’s life. But what we end up seeing is those caregivers pushing aside their own physical and mental needs to focus entirely on providing that care. The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) says self-care is just as important, and we can all take steps to make sure caregivers feel supported and are not ignoring themselves by asking a simple question: How are you feeling right now? Tune into this episode, requested by a Sole Source listener, to le...2021-04-0522 minSole Source54: Empowering Women with Sassy Snaps from Daniel Euan HendersonYou’ve seen him go viral for shutting down female stereotypes on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube and TikTok. Now you get to see him on Sole Source. That’s right, we’re talking with Scottish vlogger Daniel Euan Henderson about why he has made it his mission to empower women and what he hopes to do in the future.Connect with Daniel:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hendersondaniellInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/daniel_euan_henderson/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKvdamQwspIHOGaggjZta-QConnect with the Host - Raquel...2021-03-2928 minSole Source53: BUCKLE UP! Some changes to Sole Source are coming!Sole Source is turning one this week! We reminisce about the launch of the show and the original plans that were tossed out the window when the pandemic struck. In true Sole Source fashion, we have some more changes to adapt to in the next few months. Tune in to this short episode to find out what to expect in the next few weeks.Thank you so much for a successful first year of Sole Source! We wouldn’t be here without each one of our amazing listeners and subscribers and are so grat...2021-03-2206 minSole Source52: Stop It. You’re Real. Rise Above Imposter Syndrome with Dr. Valerie YoungYou have the experience and the know-how. You’ve put forth substantial effort to get to where you are today. You’ve earned it. But you still feel inadequate… almost like you don’t belong.You’ve been struck with Imposter Syndrome. It’s an internal struggle that can make you downplay your accomplishments, attributing them to luck. You’re not alone. This phenomenon is felt by many, most commonly among women and minorities, but we can overcome it.We’re talking with national speaker and author Valerie Young, founder of impostersyndrome.com. She has been featured in...2021-03-1534 minSole Source51: Our Broken Healthcare System, How it Works Against Women and the "Purple Solutions" that Could Fix ItThe healthcare system in the United States is broken and women in particular are paying the price.Women make most of the decisions on healthcare for their families and often will use healthcare longer due to outliving their male counterparts. Yet a Commonwealth Fund study found nearly half of U.S. women report problems paying medical bills.So how can we make healthcare more attainable and affordable for everyone?Dr. Daniel Sem is the Dean and Professor of Business at Concordia University, Director of the Rx ThinkTank and coauthor of the book "Purple...2021-03-0840 minSole Source50: Childhood Depression and How to Fight It with Dr. Anne Marie Albano from the JED Foundation Dr. Anne Marie Alabano with the JED Foundation is talking about ways to know if your child is depressed and what you can do about it. There are several solutions to try to help kids feel better during this difficult time and we are breaking them all down in this week's podcast.Connect with the Host - Raquel LamalWebsite I Facebook I Twitter I InstagramBuzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched!Start for FREEDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a...2021-03-0135 minSole Source49: Los Angeles Sex Therapist Dr. Karen Stewart Gets Intimate About Sex in a Pandemic (Or the Lack Thereof)WARNING: This episode is not for children. Sole Source is getting into all the intimate and dirty details about sex during a pandemic. People are horny, stress levels are high and sexual frustrations are rising. If you're a couple, you may have seen your sex life stall, we're talking about that. What can you do to relight that flame? If you're single and ready to mingle, but can't mingle, we're talking about that. Dating is hard right now, but it can be done, find out how. Dr. Karen Stewart is a nati...2021-02-2235 minSole Source48: Learning to Unite in a Divided World with Jessica Stollings-HolderGenerational expert, Jessica Stollings-Holder is back on Sole Source, but this time she is talking about coming together. The United States is in a very divided place right now, there is no denying this. People are arguing on just about every topic, yet the President is calling for unity. How can we unite when we can't even listen to the other side? Jessica is breaking down a four-step process that can help with any disagreement. She believes by retraining your brain to behave just slightly differently we can all have a better outcome when we do...2021-02-1551 minSole Source47: First Female National Football League (NFL) Official Sarah Thomas Makes History and Shares StorySarah Thomas is breaking the glass ceiling in the National Football League (NFL) by being the first female referee to work a Super Bowl, during Super Bowl LV! She has been raising the bar for women in officiating however for years, dating back to 2015. At that time, Thomas was the first woman to be added to the NFL officiating roster. She made history again in 2018 as the first full-time female official in NFL history to ever officiate a Divisional NFL Playoff Game. Now as she makes history again, Thomas wants to thank the men who he...2021-02-0812 minSole Source46: Dr. Ivan Porter with the Mayo Clinic and Rev. Dr. David Green Sr. Talk Decreasing the Spread of COVID-19 in Disadvantaged CommunitiesCOVID-19 is spreading within the Black and Brown communities at a much higher rate than other neighborhoods. What is the reason for this? How come people in these inner city areas are seeing higher rates of the disease, when the disease itself doesn't choose skin color? The Mayo Clinic is working with churches in the Jacksonville, Florida area to help combat this issue. According to sources there, there are several factors that play a role in the spread of COVID-19 and why numbers are on the rise in these areas. By working together the medical community and th...2021-02-0140 minSole Source45: Mental Health with Ginger Zee, ABC Chief MeteorologistWe're talking mental health, depression, abuse and a suicide attempt with ABC's chief meteorologist, Ginger Zee. It's hard to believe she struggles with mental health issues because often times it's easy to assume people who appear to have it all are happy. But as she explains mental health can impact anyone at any time. This podcast was recorded with Ginger Zee in March of 2020, but her story resonates with people from all walks of life.Connect with the Host - Raquel LamalWebsite I Facebook I Twitter I Instagram2021-01-2534 minSole Source44: Licensed Couples Therapist on Not Losing Your Sh** on Your Spouse During LockdownIt's a stressful time and it's only made more stressful by being confined into your house with your partner 24/7. We love our partners. We do really, but those small things that used to be sort of annoying now seem to be incredibly irritating.Licensed couples therapist, Laura Demetrician is speaking with Sole Source about ways to cope and deal with being together all the time, instead of calling it quits or losing your cool on each other. The original version of this episode aired in July 2020, but as the Sole Source crew works to secure...2021-01-1832 minSole Source43: In-person school and the stress it can cause in a global pandemic with the National Institute of Mental HealthWe're all anxious for life to go back to "normal" whatever that will look like. The first step in that process is getting kids back to school, in-person, learning the way they traditionally learned. However, we are still in the midst of a global pandemic and waiting for vaccines to rollout to the general public.Still, many schools are bringing kids back in the new year to in-person classes. This can cause stress and anxiety for both parents and children, despite excitement about being back to class.Dr. Krystal Lewis from the National Institute of...2021-01-1131 minSole Source42: Running a Flexible Business that Works for Working Women with Lisa CruzThe fearless leader of Red Shoes Inc., the company who makes Sole Source possible, is back!This time Lisa is talking about running an all-female small business that has been able to maintain its earnings, while adding additional staff members and working remotely for the past year during a global pandemic. It has not been easy, but Lisa is discussing how Red Shoes has done this and more and why she believes it's working for women and is a model that can be replicated by other companies.To learn more about Red Shoes Inc. and...2021-01-0432 minSole Source41: Practicing Mindfulness During Stressful Times with Stephanie BellinShe was our guest once before but Stephanie Bellin is back to show us how to practice mindfulness during stressful times.In this episode of Sole Source Stephanie is walking us through three exercises in mindfulness, each with a different purpose.This is one episode you won't be able to just listen to. You need to participate to feel the full impact of these easy, simple and free mindfulness practices.To learn more about Stephanie Bellin and her services, visit her LinkedIn account here https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephanie-bellin-16b8677/. 2020-12-2846 minSole Source40: Breaking the Glass Ceiling and Having It All with Beth BorgenThis pandemic has forced many women to choose between career and caring for their families. It seems to be taking an unfair toll on women and according to one article, written in the Atlantic by Anne-Marie Slaughter, "Women still can't have it all." The article states that in order for women to have it all they must have a flexible profession. We posed this question to our followers in the Sole Source Society and many of you disagreed with the author.That brings us to our guest for this week's podcast, Beth Borgen, first female p...2020-12-2119 minSole Source39: Natural Ways to Improve Immune Health Using AyurvedaAs the holidays are upon us and we enter cold and flu season in the midst of a global pandemic, there is no more important time than now to give your immune system a boost.Stephanie Matulle is the owner of Arise Balanced Wellness and she is a certified Ayurveda practitioner. The practice of Ayurveda allows for natural immune system support and tailored approaches to individuals to ensure a healthy lifestyle.Matulle says her family only gets sick once a year on average and they never fully get sick...2020-12-1438 minSole Source38: CDC highlights Social Isolation and Loneliness Among Older Adults and What You Can Do to HelpSo many of us have older adult loved ones in assisted living centers or nursing homes and during this pandemic seeing them can be challenging.Dr. Craig Thomas serves as the Center for Disease Control's (CDC) director of population health within the CDC's National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion. He is speaking with Sole Source about a growing problem of social isolation and loneliness within in the older adult population and how it poses serious risks to the public's health.A recent study from the National Academy of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine s...2020-12-0721 minSole Source37: Isolation Even Before the PandemicIn this episode of Sole Source we're speaking with Karlene Grabner, director of donor services for the Oshkosh Area Community Foundation Women's Fund, about isolation.Isolation is a big problem as people are being asked to quarantine and avoid interacting in person, but it was an even bigger problem before this pandemic struck. Many felt isolated even when surrounded by hundreds of people. How is this possible? We'll explain in this episode.For more information about the Women's Fund of the Oshkosh Area Community Foundation, visit www.women.oshkoshareacf.org. Connect...2020-11-3027 minSole Source36: Seeing Gratefulness Throughout a Difficult YearThis episode is extra special to the Sole Source team because we are speaking to one of our own. In this week's episode of Sole Source Maria Nelson, Red Shoes Inc.'s agency director is sharing her battle over the past year with breast cancer and speaking about what she has learned in regards to gratefulness.During this Thanksgiving week, it's important to look back on the past year, and although 2020 has been difficult for many, find the reasons to be grateful for what we do have. Maria explains how she learned to see the silver linings...2020-11-2337 minSole Source35: Supporting Small Businesses Throughout Holiday Shopping SeasonJosh Kozlowski is the owner of Nature's Best Floral & Boutique in Green Bay, Wisconsin and he is making it his mission to support other small businesses during this holiday season. He has started a campaign on his own business social media pages to encourage people to shop and eat local.Kozlowski knows first hand the challenges small business owners have faced this year and he thinks by supporting each other and showing a little love for these businesses, we can all help our communities thrive.To learn more about Nature's Best Floral & Boutique or this...2020-11-1629 minSole Source34: Standing Up For the Voiceless: How One Reporter is Supporting the Disabled CommunityThree-time Emmy nominated journalist and published Forbes author, Allison Norlian talks with us on Sole Source about having a sibling with a disability and what some of the challenges are for that community. She is sharing her story in the hopes of normalizing disabilities and the stories about them.She is speaking at the WisconSibs fundraiser, Sibling Voices: Stories of Hope event on November 17 at 6 p.m CST.To register for this virtual event, visit https://wisconsibs.weshareonline.org/SiblingVoices. Connect with the Host - Raquel LamalWebsite I Facebook...2020-11-0932 minSole Source33: A Wisconsin Doctor's Plea to Help Bring COVID-19 Cases DownIn this episode of Sole Source we're talking with Bellin Hospital's infectious disease specialist, Dr. Michael Landrum.Dr. Landrum gets real and honest about why COVID-19 cases in Wisconsin continue to rise as the dairy state remains one of the hottest hot spots in the U.S. for COVID-19. We also talked about heading into the holidays and what that could look like as well as the toll the battle on COVID-19 is having on medical staff. We also discussed if cases continue to rise what could happen to hospitals and what that means for you if...2020-11-0225 minSole Source32: RERUN of Episode 6 Generational Changes and How the Pandemic is Impacting ThemCOVID-19 is shaping our current and future generations and that is going to have a huge impact on what our world looks like post-pandemic. In Episode 6 of Sole Source, we're talking with generations expert, Jessica Stollings-Holder, founder of ReGenerations about what COVID-19 means and how it will change our world.This episode was first published on April 27, 2020.Connect with the Host - Raquel LamalWebsite I Facebook I Twitter I Instagram2020-10-2640 minSole Source31: Are you ready to vote? Here's everything you need to knowSole Source is speaking with the League of Women Voters of Appleton, Wisconsin about all things election day.This is a non-biased, non-partisan interview outlining how to register, what rights you have as a voter and how to weed out fake news from real news to make the most educated decision on your ballot this year.For information on voting and voter registration, visit vote411.org.If you want information on the League of Women Voters, visit lwv.org.Connect with the Host - Raquel LamalWebsite I...2020-10-1929 minSole Source30: Thinking Clearly in an Age of Hype and NonsenseDo you find yourself even more anxious than normal these days? Anxiety is a real problem in the U.S. and a lot of it stems from overstimulation. We are receiving information at nearly every turn, so how do you make sure you are getting the correct and accurate information to make the best decisions for you and your family.Phillip Clampitt, University of Wisconsin- Green Bay communication department chair and Blaire endowed professor is helping people sift through the noise and hype and find a sense of calm while also learning to think critically....2020-10-1237 minSole Source29: Breaking the Mold That Holds Women Back with Vicki UpdikeVicki Updike, owner of New Sage Strategies LLC, is talking with us on Sole Source about what holds women back from becoming the leaders they were born to be. She is hosting a Women's Leadership Conference on October 15 to help women empower themselves to go for those challenging moments that many fear to go after.To learn more about New Sage Strategies, visit https://www.newsagestrategies.com/.To register for the Women's Leadership Conference on October 15, visit https://womensleadershipwi.com/registration/. Connect with the Host - Raquel LamalWebsite...2020-10-0520 minSole Source28: Fighting with Fortitude: How Krav Maga Helped A Business Get Through the PandemicTwo business owners under the age of 30-years-old, Joel and Tamrah Ellenbecker own Fortitude Krav Maga in Neenah, Wisconsin.They opened their training facility right before the COVID-19 pandemic forced businesses to shut down. As a fitness facility, things were bleak but through the use of fortitude and lessons they learned through years of martial arts training, they were able to not only keep their doors open and keep everyone safe, but also have record numbers of new members all while many businesses were forced to close.They are sharing with Sole Source how they...2020-09-2831 minSole Source27: A Struggling Manufacturing Industry with N.E.W. Manufacturing AllianceWith an aging workforce and not enough people in line to fill those jobs, the United States' manufacturing sector is facing a crisis.As Ann Franz, executive director of the Northeast Wisconsin (N.E.W.) Manufacturing Alliance states, manufacturing is the backbone of the U.S. and without these jobs, many of the products we use would not be available. During the pandemic, manufacturers were many times considered essential workers, making much of the needed personal protective equipment, ventilators and other products needed for health care workers.Ann is talking to us about what these...2020-09-2130 minSole Source26: No BS Mindfulness with Stephanie BellinAre you finding it a little hard to live in the moment right now? Is stress weighing you down causing anxiety to run rampant and depression to sink in?If that sounds like you than you will want to list to this episode of Sole Source with Stephanie Bellin of Bellin Training Solutions. She is a corporate trainer and HR consultant who helps businesses and individuals thrive. One of the topics she speaks on often is mindfulness, self-care and being present in the moment and you are going to love her no bull approach.To...2020-09-1446 min