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POWER UP WOMEN!The Positive Side of Women’s SoccerA major scandal has just erupted in women's soccer, one of the world's fastest growing sports. An in-depth, independent investigation of the National Women's Soccer League (NWSL) found extensive emotional abuse and sexual misconduct by coaches. "Abuse in the NWSL is rooted in a deeper culture in women's soccer, beginning in youth leagues, that normalizes verbally abusive coaching and blurs boundaries between coaches and players," wrote former acting U.S. Attorney General Sally Q. Yates in her scathing report. The report is deeply disturbing and hopefully will trigger significant change urgently needed to protect female soccer players from abusers and pred...
2022-10-0426 minPOWER UP WOMEN!Toxic Workplace and Bullying SurvivalMore than 60 Million people working in the USA are affected by workplace bullying, according to the Workplace Bullying Institute. Whether it's sexual harassment, racial discrimination or other negative behaviors, a toxic workplace can be devastating to our self-confidence. I know, because it's happened to me more than once! Business Coach Zenica Chatman turned her own bullying experience into her business coaching specialty. Her six-week, virtual course, Surviving Corporate, is the first step to reclaiming your MOJO and getting "back in the saddle" after workplace setbacks. Listen here or your favorite podcast platform to learn how to recognize, survive and power back...
2022-09-2032 minPOWER UP WOMEN!Mental Health Crisis and SolutionsSince 1999, the suicide rate in the USA has increased 30%. And that's just the tip of the Mental Health Crisis Iceberg in the USA, which the COVID pandemic made even worse. But help is on the way. The 988 National Suicide Prevention Hotline has just been launched and immediate, virtual access to Behavioral Health Urgent Care specialists is growing. Heather Rae, president and CEO of Common Ground, which has been providing emergency mental health services for 50 years, joins me to talk about the severity of the crisis and the urgency of making emergency mental health help as important as police and fire suppo...
2022-09-0625 minPOWER UP WOMEN!The Secret to Getting Paid What You Are WorthLeadership coach and former corporate HR executive Kelli Thompson spent years negotiating employee salaries and getting an insider's view of the gender pay gap. Now she wants very woman to know the secret to getting paid what she is worth. You'll learn all that and more in her upcoming book, CLOSING THE CONFIDENCE GAP: Boost Your Peace, Your Potential and Your Paycheck. Kelli shares with Anne what she's learned about the challenges aspiring women face in today's post-COVID workplace and the skills needed to successfully navigate 21st Century career journeys that are STILL rougher for women.
2022-07-0736 minPOWER UP WOMEN!Hoofbeats, Saddles & Success: Three Generations of Equestrians Share Their StoriesHorse lovers of every age will love meeting three highly-skilled horsewomen of different generations and very different riding disciplines. Michelle Conrad, dressage; Sarah Mauzey, western performance; and Caroline Berg, hunter/jumper were all little girls who loved horses and have found ways to keep these magnificent spirits in their lives. This episode will inspire horse lovers of any age to answer the call of the hoofbeats in their hearts.
2022-06-1539 minPOWER UP WOMEN!Gen Z Young Women Raise Their VoicesThe Gen Z generation, which is just coming of age as young adults, is the most educated generation in history, with 57% of 18-21 year olds in college or advanced training. Gen Z young women and teenage girls are already indicating they may be the most socially conscious and political active generation of females the world has ever seen. Forget all the complaining about what's wrong with Gen Z's and listen to the voices of Oakland University seniors Ashlyn Smith and Tayler Swartz. future change agents just hitting their stride. I hope you are inspired as I was by their insights on...
2022-05-0436 minPOWER UP WOMEN!Trailblazing Race Driver Lyn St James Launches Women in Motorsports NAMotorsports legend Lyn St. James, named one of Sports Illustrated's Top 100 Athletes of the 20th Century, is still blazing new trails. Just months away from her induction into the prestigious Automotive Hall of Fame, Lyn has paired up with race team owner Beth Paretta to launch Women in Motorsports North America. Lyn and I renewed our friendship, which began decades ago through Ford Motor Company, with this fascinating conversation about overcoming fear, her new leadership roles in NA and global motorsports governing bodies and her vision for growing women's involvement in auto racing.
2022-04-2038 minPOWER UP WOMEN!The Power of Energy Healing with Intuitive Elaine GrohmanEnergy Healing, once considered "alternative medicine," is steadily growing in credibility as a valuable tool in an integrative approach to mental, physical and emotional health. For over 20 years, Energy healer, intuitive and educator, Elaine Grohman has been helping individuals to tap into the power of the energy that is all around us. Most recently she has been asked to lecture at medical, nursing and hospice schools where today's students are more open than previous generations to new tools for enhancing health. Grohman believes the world will be a safer and healthier place when we reconnect to the ancient knowledge abo...
2022-04-0433 minPOWER UP WOMEN!Embracing Your Power with Texan Marsha Clark
Executive Consultant and Coach Marsha Clark's renowned POWER OF SELF leadership program has enabled thousands of women throughout the U.S. and globally to explore, discover and optimize their personal and professional potential. Her expertise and leadership tools are now available to the next generation of women leaders, with the release of her new book, Embracing Your Power: A Woman's Path to Authentic Leadership and Meaningful Relationships. Marsha joins Anne to share her take on the challenges and opportunities that the COVID pandemic has created for women, and how growing up with a special needs Sister shaped her vision for authe...
2022-03-2830 minPOWER UP WOMEN!Latina Activist JoAnn Chavez Tackles Equal PayMarch 15 is Equal Pay Day, which is how long white women -- who earn about 83 cents for every dollar earned by the average man -- need to work in order to earn the same that men in similar positions earned by the end of last year. But the gender pay gap is even worse for women of color, with Latina women at the very bottom of the gender and racial pay gap, earning an average of only 49 cents for every dollar earned by white men. JoAnn Chavez, a SVP with a major Michigan energy company and one of the Most Inf...
2022-03-1536 minPOWER UP WOMEN!GM ENGINEER LEADING AUTO INDUSTRY’S ELECTRIFICTION REVOLUTIONNichole Kraatz, Chief Vehicle Engineer for General Motors' 2024 Chevrolet Silverado EV pick-up, shares insider insight on why a battery-powered, full-size truck with a range of up to 400 miles per charge is not just revolutionary, but is powerful evidence that the future of vehicle transportation is all about electric. Kraatz attributes the influence of her older brother and cousin, as well as the advice -- "Be bold, but respectful" -- of her Italian immigrant grandfather as invaluable to her effectiveness in the still male-dominated world of automotive engineering and manufacturing.
2022-02-2834 minPOWER UP WOMEN!Tomboy: The Surprising History & Future of Girls Who Dare to be DifferentWhat do you think of when you hear the word Tomboy? Does it bring back memories of you playing football with the boys and preferring blue jeans to princess dresses? Or would it feel like an insult if someone said it about you, as a young girl, or your daughter or granddaughter? Lisa Selin Davis, author of the new book, TOMBOY, sheds light on how the word's meaning has changed dramatically through history and why it’s changing meaning is directly related to today's complex and often conflicting conversations and beliefs about gender and gender identity.
2022-02-0528 minPOWER UP WOMEN!Conversation with Cannabis, Hemp and CBD Entrepreneur Annette CompoWith medical marijuana now allowed in 36 U.S. states, recreational use legal in 18 and CBD products appearing everywhere from gas stations to health store grocery shelves, Cannabis is now an $18 billion market and growing fast. But what should we know about marijuana and the multitude of CBD products, for everything from insomnia to pain relief, before dipping our toes in these new waters -- whether for health or a relaxing alternative to alcohol? Annette Compo, President & Founder of the Care by Design Market family of marijuana-related businesses, and a grower, a developer of CBD products and a wholesale and retail dis...
2022-01-2327 minPOWER UP WOMEN!Women Writing the West Author & Officer Betsy Randolph
Have you ever fantasized about the American West? I have, as have millions from all over the world. So many that there is now a genre of literature, "The American West." So I was thrilled to discover an organization of "Women Writing the West (WWW)," which is female authors (and some male) whose characters, stories and settings reflect the distinct cultures, geography and history of this important and distinct part of the United States.
Betsy Randolph is a widely-read, mystery author, including her noted Cat Carlyle Mysteries, the president of Women Wr...
2022-01-0430 minPOWER UP WOMEN!Third Act Financial Planning with Katana AbbottDo you have a passion or a dream that you have been putting off? There is no better time than NOW for planning and then living your "Second & Third Act" careers. Katana Abbott, Mid-Life Millionaire Coach, Founder of the Smart Women's Empowerment companies, and host of Smart Women Talk, left her very successful Financial Planning career to become a pathfinder to show other women how to do the same. Katana and Anne talk about the five money personalities that shape our financial decision-making, her six-step process for successful financial/life planning and why retiring in another country is a great i...
2021-12-2229 minPOWER UP WOMEN!Historical Fantasy Author Laurel Anne HillHistorical fantasy author Laurel Anne Hill joins Anne to talk about her newest book, PLAGUE OF FLIES: Revolt of the Spirits, 1846. On the back of a black, Andalusian stallion, readers are whisked back in time to the western section of Mexican Alta California in the mid-19th Century. Guide for the adventure, Catalina Delgado, is a courageous, Mexican teenager fighting for her family, her country and the "old ways" that are under attack in a rapidly changing world. Hill is a strong advocate for the value of reading to develop imagination and the importance of girls meeting strong female role...
2021-12-0718 minPOWER UP WOMEN!Sex, Power, Pandemics, and How Women Will Take the Lead for Everyone‘s GoodHas the massive COVID-19 disruption, which revealed deep fault lines in our culture and economy, created a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for women to lead the changes needed to begin fully tapping human potential? Gloria Feldt, a nationally-recognized thought leader, author and president of Take the Lead, says "Yes!" Feldt joins Anne to talk about the leadership tools, skills and concepts in her newest book, INTENTIONING, which will help women take the leadership lessons from the pandemic to achieve their own highest purpose and create a better world for ALL by finally breaking through the remaining barriers to gender and racial parity...
2021-11-1636 minPOWER UP WOMEN!Stepping Into Our Collective PowerThis episode is a change of pace, as Life Coach Julie Foucht, puts me into the interview chair for her, "The Art of Feminine Business" podcast. A few of our topics include: The difference between "power over" and "power too;" the importance of having the courage to challenge bias when you witness it; and why women must bring our talent and knowledge to the table to help move the human family forward.
2021-11-0134 minPOWER UP WOMEN!Fighting for the Future of GirlsGirls throughout the world face urgent and unique challenges to living healthy and fulfilling lives. Michelle Nunn, President and CEO of CARE USA updates Anne on current trends and facts about the current state of girls globally, including lessons from the crisis in Afghanistan, key issues disproportionately impacting females, from access to education and climate change to gender-based violence, as well as why it is so important for more women to run for public office.
2021-10-2028 minPOWER UP WOMEN!Women in Sports ManagementSports is one of the most gender lopsided arenas in the professional world. Women make up close to 40% of global sports fans, providing billions in revenue. Female participation has exploded since 1972 Title IX legislation unlocked doors of athletic opportunity. Yet women working in sports management roles are still rare trailblazers, such as Kim Ng of the Miami Marlins and Cynt Marshall of the Dallas Mavericks, and usually the only woman in the room. Guests Kellie Fischer, CFO of the Texas Rangers Baseball Club and Jhonika Hawkins of the NBA's Detroit Pistons say it's an exciting career path, ripe with possibility.
2021-10-1334 minPOWER UP WOMEN!Ending Period Poverty: A Big Idea Whose Time Has ComeThe drive to end "period poverty" by making sanitary products for women more affordable is building momentum. It's a problem shared by girls and women, throughout the world, experiencing homelessness, fleeing domestic violence or enduring poverty. In the U.S., one in five girls miss school because of the cost of tampons or pads, which are taxed in 34 states. It was Australian Rochelle Courtenay, founder of Share the Dignity, who begn the global drive to end the gender-based "tampon tax" abd tackle the stigma around menstruation. Courtenay talked about her Big Idea whose time has come with Anne Doyle for the ...
2021-09-2823 minPOWER UP WOMEN!The Poisoned City: Flint‘s Water and the American Urban TragedyA fascinating conversation with investigative journalist Anna Clark, author of the definitive book on the lead contamination crisis that poisoned the water in Flint, Michigan. Clark's powerful storytelling skills reveal the structural racism entwined with this perfect storm and bring to life the courageous citizens who rose up to fight for their lives against city, state and federal government officials who insisted their coffee-colored water was "perfectly safe."
2021-09-1443 minPOWER UP WOMEN!Through the Dark: Finding Joy After Sudden BlindnessCan you imagine suddenly losing your sight in the prime of your life? That's exactly what happened to Yolanda Nava, a successful, multi-lingual, Latina broadcast journalist who learned how to reclaim her joy and recreate her life after what she describes as "the death of my old self." Her new book, THROUGH THE DARK, and this conversation with Anne are full of wisdom and inspiration about the resiliency of the human spirit and the power each of us holds within to continuously grow, even through traumatic, life-changing experiences.
2021-09-0724 minPOWER UP WOMEN!Healing from Sexual Assault; There is No Time LimitThe crisis of sexual assault has is not limited to USA gymnastics. One in six women and one in 30 men experience sexual assault in their lifetimes. Nor is it new; it has been going on for centuries. And the trauma of sexual assault, often committed by someone the victim knew, scars a human spirit for decades. Guests Trinea Gonczar, a former gymnast who was "treated" for years by imprisoned predator Dr. Larry Nasser, and Kimberly Hurst, Founder and Executive Director of the Avalon Healing Center, are courageous advocates for victims and "sister survivor" experts in what it takes for suffering i...
2021-08-3128 minPOWER UP WOMEN!Exploring the World Through Sailing & ScienceFrench sailor Alexia Barrier, who grew up beside the sea in the south of France, recently completed a solo, nonstop, around the world yacht race. The Vendée Globe is considered the ultimate challenge in ocean racing; she is the first woman to complete the race for the benefit of science. I interviewed Alexia for the Game Changers podcast of the International Women's Forum. In our conversation she shares: her experience spending 111 days alone at sea; how we can each play a role in protecting our oceans; the challenges that women still face to achieve opportunities to hone and test their...
2021-08-2423 minPOWER UP WOMEN!Healing & The Holocaust -- Through the Eyes of a ChildBending Toward the Sun: A Mother and Daughter Memoir is a powerful story of survival, healing and the generational impact of trauma. The story begins with the memories of Rita Lurie, who was only five years old when the Nazis invaded Poland and she and 14 members of her Jewish family hid for two years, often freezing and starving, in a small farmhouse attic. Very few children survived the Nazi genocide of Jews and the grueling refugee years following World War II, let alone found their way to America to become an inspiration to their children and grandchildren. Lawyer and hum...
2021-08-1127 minPOWER UP WOMEN!New World, New Rules: A Latina Ambassador's View on Democracy, the USA and Women's Political PowerThe current state of Democracy and the challenges facing our interconnected and inter-dependent countries and continents look quite different from outside the United States. Roberta LaJous, a seasoned diplomat who has been the Mexican Ambassador to Spain, Cuba, Austria and Bolivia, as well as serving at the UN, shares what she perceives as the greatest threat to democracy today, how the world views the USA in light of the citizens' attack on the Capitol, and how women in Mexico are dramatically increasing their political power.
2021-07-2723 minPOWER UP WOMEN!Race Relations in 2021 AmericaConfederate statues are coming down, Juneteenth is now a federal holiday, and a 14-year-old girl makes history as the first African American to win the National Spelling Bee. Yet, voting restrictions are being tightened, tempers are flaring over the teaching of Critical Race theory and atrocities continue. What's the state of U.S. race relations? Detroit Champion of Justice award winner Shirley Stancato, an expert on race relations and long-time advocate for building relationships across differences, shares her perspective and ways each of us can be social justice allies.
2021-07-2220 minPOWER UP WOMEN!Anti-Asian American Racism and ViolenceBias, discrimination and racism against Asian Americans have increased dramatically. Over 3,800 incidents of hate-related incidents have been reported during the COVID pandemic, including a vicious attack in NY''s Times Square against a 65-year-old Filipino woman on her way to church. Joining us to talk about the depth of the problem are Liz Kari, daughter of the woman whose hate crime was witnessed by millions on social media, and founder of AAP I Belong. Also, Thear Sy Suzuki, a child survivor of Cambodian genocide who has risen to become a respected Dallas leader and was featured in former President George W. Bush's new...
2021-07-0730 minPOWER UP WOMEN!What Dogs Teach Us About LeadershipCheryl Carlson, one of the best known experts in the world of dog training, breeding and competition, and founder of Cher Car Kennels explains why our dogs need leaders, not best friends. Whether you are a new dog owner, a veteran looking for new challenges to tackle with your pet, or a professional handler, you'll learn something from this fascinating conversation with a respected dog lover, teacher and breeder who has done it all!
2021-06-2923 minPOWER UP WOMEN!Motown: Women and the Making of a Music EmpireRobin Terry, Chairman & CEO of Detroit's Motown Museum and great niece of Motown Music founder Berry Gordy was born into music royalty, growing up around the legendary Diana Ross, Stevie Wonder, Marvin Gaye and Smokey Robinson. Now, she is keeping the Motown legacy alive and preparing its next chapter, with the help of a recent $5 Million dollar donation from MacKenzie Scott. Robin shares the magical and little-known story, with Anne Doyle, of the women who helped build a musical empire, beginning with Esther Gordy Edwards, the founder's Big Sister!
2021-06-2324 minPOWER UP WOMEN!A Juneteenth Conversation on Racism, Sexism and Leadership with General Linda SinghWe celebrate Juneteenth, the African American 4th of July, by featuring Anne's interview with General Linda Singh, the first African American AND first woman to head all military operations for an entire state. A leader who believes in courageous conversations about difficult issues, she talks candidly about racism, sexism, sexual assault in the military and her new book, What's In Your Box? Designing the Life You Want.
2021-06-1639 minPOWER UP WOMEN!Carving out a Fantastical Career in the Brave New World of Graphic DesignWe explore the brave new, internet world of graphic deisgn with Naomi Castro, a "Zillennial" artist whose fantasy-style illustrations and character designs reflect and respond to the exploding fantasy worlds of online and table top gaming, comics and graphic novels, as well as advertising. Although avoiding the "starving artist" pitfalls while building an art career is as challenging as ever, Naomi is carving out a path that pays the bills while allowing her the creative freedom every artist craves. You'll find her stunning images, including her ICARUS graphic novel, through her ArtbyNay website, Facebook, Twitter or Instagram.
2021-06-0221 minPOWER UP WOMEN!Leadership Lessons from Parenting Not Taught in Business SchoolSpanish Business Executive Helena Guardans Cambó, president of Webhelp Spain and mother of two adult children, takes a revolutionary look at business leadership in her new book, Everything I Learnt From My Children That They Didn't Teach Me in Business School. Drawing on tests she faced as a parent, Cambó argues that rather than stalling or sidelining women's careers, parenting can enhance leaders' abilities to a bring out the best in talent and build strong, diverse teams. Bottom line: Yes, you CAN be both a great leader and a terrific Mother!
2021-05-2529 minPOWER UP WOMEN!Baby Sleep TrainingNatalie Nevares, founder of Mommywise, has been featured in the Wall Street Journal and on CBS This Morning for her work as one of the top Baby Sleep Training experts. I think of Nevares as a "Baby Whisperer," helping parents discover the secret to sweet dreams -- for all. Joining the conversation is Margaret Siebers who, at the time we recorded this conversation, the mother of two young girls -- who now have a baby brother. Whether you are the parent of a baby and desperate for more sleep, or a grandparent or auntie worried about the sleepless nights young...
2021-05-1137 minPOWER UP WOMEN!COVID-19 Lessons LearnedWhen it comes to loss of life from COVID-19, Singapore has one of the world's lowest case fatality rates. With 60,000+ cases and around 30 deaths, there is much to be learned from the island nation's approach to the pandemic that is currently raging out of control in India and Brazil and mutating globally into even more dangerous variants. Professor Ivy Ng, a physician, researcher and CEO of her country's largest healthcare provider, shares Singapore's lessons learned and why the world should be preparing for the "new normal" of the future.
2021-05-0419 minPOWER UP WOMEN!Transgender Girls Playing Sports: What's All the Fuss About?So far in 2021, over 100 anti-trans bills in 33 states are under consideration in U.S. state legislatures. That's the highest number in any year since we started counting. Many of those bills target transgender athletes, with the goal of making it illegal for trans students to play on teams that correspond with their identity. Advocates argue that trans students threaten Title IX gains for girls sports. Opponents argue the growing anti-trans movement is about misinformation, misunderstanding and fear. So what are the facts? Donna Lopiano and Nancy Hogshead-Makar, both world class athletes and internationally respected advocates for sports gender equity, answer our...
2021-04-2727 minPOWER UP WOMEN!Sarey Ruden: Rebelling Against Male Toxicity on Dating AppsSarey Ruden, fed up with the vulgar, mean and often threatening responses she has received from men on dating apps, finally had enough. The Detroit-based creative artist used her skill (and sense of humor!) to turn online harassment into compelling art. In the process, she created a growing movement of women rebelling against this new form of toxic sexual harassment. She also discovered that online platforms find women who complain more problematic then misbehaving men! You'll love the "good trouble" this "dating disruptor" is stirring up with her Sarey Tales and Tedx talk.
2021-04-2028 minPOWER UP WOMEN!The ERA: How Long Must American Women Wait For Equality?It has been 97 years since Suffragist Alice Paul first drafted the Equal Rights Amendment to the U.S. Constitution, beginning the long and still unsuccessful fight for equal protection under the law for American women. Even today, the USA is the ONLY modern democracy, among peer countries, that does not explicitly include protection against sex based discrimination in its Constitution. With more women, including women of color, elected to state and federal office, the ERA is once again gaining momentum. Columbia Law Professor Katherine Franke, who recently launched THE ERA PROJECT and Barbara Rodriguez, a journalist covering the renewed ERA push fo...
2021-04-1528 minPOWER UP WOMEN!Power Lifting Your Way to Confidence & HealthWomen's Body Building started growing in popularity in the late 1970s, but organized competitions to compare true "female muscularity" are still in their infancy. One of the most prestigious of those titles is Ms. Olympia -- for the highest-ranking female body builder in the world. Detroiter Andrea Shaw, the 2020 Ms. Olympia, didn't get into power lifting until college. Today, she is not only a champion, she is a sought-after personal trainer and an evangelist for women building confidence and health, as well as strength, through fitness.
2021-04-0615 minPOWER UP WOMEN!Algorithmically Amplified: Combatting DisinformationAccording to a recent study, false news reports are 70% more likely to be retweeted than factually accurate reports and they reach recipients six times faster. Willow Bay, former network TV news & sports journalist and now Dean of the University of Southern California's Annenberg School for Communication & Journalism, talks with Anne Doyle about how to protect yourself and your organization from disinformation and misinformation. She highlights why people are susceptible to disinformation and the importance of being not only a conscious and critical consumer of content but an ethical creator as well.
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2021-03-3120 minPOWER UP WOMEN!Getting to Know Hosts Anne Doyle & Dana HarveyMarch is Women's History Month in the USA. As part of our coverage, we thought our listeners might like to learn a little about hosts Anne Doyle & Dana Harvey. They interview each other about career paths, defining moments in their leadership journeys, female friendships and why they are each so passionate about girls and women achieving their personal, professional and leadership potential. POWER UP WOMEN is produced by the MOTOR CITY WOMAN STUDIOS in metro Detroit, owned by Robin Kinnie who joined Anne & Dana in the studio for this photo before COVID turned us all into Zoomers!
2021-03-2327 minPOWER UP WOMEN!Women's History: Gender Trailblazer in the Nixon White HouseThe Gender Revolution has been called one of "the most profound social changes America has ever experienced." Although there is still plenty of unfinished business, it is important to review and celebrate the decades of work already done. Barbara Hackman Franklin has been on the front lines of women's progress for over 50 years. From opening doors for women in the Nixon White House and global board rooms to being named by Time Magazine as one of the "50 American Women Who Made Political History, she is not only "one of the first" in many arenas, her legacy, told in the book, A Mat...
2021-03-1531 minPOWER UP WOMEN!Women's History Month: Madeleine Fequiere Tackling Systemic Bias WorldwideMadeleine Féquière, the Corporate Credit Chief for Domtar Corporation shares her leadership journey from her childhood in Haiti to her ascent in Montreal, Canada to global business. Co-founder of the Black Opportunity Fund, an unprecedented Canadian initiative to address systemic racism, she shares with Anne how the killing of George Floyd in the U.S. triggered global responses, as well as her advice to the next generation of aspiring leaders.
2021-03-0830 minPOWER UP WOMEN!The 19th: Gender & Politics News By Women & For WomenWomen today are more than half of the American electorate and workforce (including our unrelenting home/family second shift magnified by COVID). Yet, we remain dramatically under-represented in political and newsroom leadership. That's why THE 19TH, a new source of journalism and breaking news on gender, politics and policy -- reported by women -- was created. We talk with journalist Emily Ramshaw, the CEO and Co-founder of The 19th, about the giant gap in news coverage about women that they are filling.
2021-03-0222 minPOWER UP WOMEN!Assemble the Tribe: Creating Amazing Female ConnectionsLeah J M Dean, author of the new book, Assemble the Tribe, joins Anne and Dana from her home in Bermuda to share what she's learned about the power of having a "tribal mindset," and why it's a game changers for healthier, happier lives, particularly for women. It's also an essential tool for tackling the loneliness crisis that the pandemic and painful political divides have amplified.
2021-02-2228 minPOWER UP WOMEN!Black History Month Icon: From Jim Crow to Political EmpowermentAnne talks with Louisiana's legendary Sybil Hydel Morial, a Civil Rights activist and author of Witness to Change:From Jim Crow to Political Empowerment. As the wife of the first African American mayor of New Orleans, Dutch Morial, and mother of Marc Morial, president and CEO of the National Urban League, she has been a leader in the fght for racial equality every step of the way. Photo, Sybil Morial and daughter Cheri Morial Ausberry with VP Kamala Harris.
2021-02-1624 minPOWER UP WOMEN!The Global Food Supply and COVID-19's ImpactThe global food supply is under intense pressure from the COVID pandemic, which is affecting nearly every aspect of human life on every continent. Anne Doyls talks with two global players on the front lines of global food production and distribution, Karen Caplan, CEO of Frieda's Specialty Produce, and Karla Chambers, co-owner of Stahlbush Island Farms.
2021-02-0925 minPOWER UP WOMEN!Alternatives for Girls: Understanding and Fighting Sexual TraffickingSexual Trafficking, which preys, primarily, upon girls and young women is an epidemic in the USA, happening in nearly every community. It is also a $150 billion dollar global industry. We talk with two leaders from Detroit's Alternatives For Girls that has been on the front lines, for 34 years, of the essential work to help homeless and high-risk girls and women escape sexual trafficking, violence and exploitation and eventually rebuild their lives. The work of AFG and similar organizations is essential and needs our support. Anne is this year's Honorary Chair of this year's AFG Role Model Dinner. Listen, learn and gi...
2021-02-0223 minPOWER UP WOMEN!Tackling the Imposter Syndrome in Sneakers or StilettosMeet the founders of Stilettos and Sneakers, a new, intergenerational resource that is tackling fear of failure and the "imposter syndrome" from the perspective of a sneaker-sports-focused Millennial and a high-heeled, legally-trained Baby Boomer -- with honesty and humor. This interview with Janice Zarro and her grandniece, Nicole Spiotta, was one of our most-listened-to episodes. Joining the interview is original co-host Monica Doyle, Anne's Millennial niece. Two Millennials and two Baby Boomers tackling how three generations of ambitious women can help each other power up!
2021-01-2648 minPOWER UP WOMEN!SHE FACTOR IS POWERING UP GEN Z'SEven during the best of times, young women just beginning to spread their wings need all the encouragement and guidance they can get. But at this moment, when the whole world seems to be in crisis, support and mentoring from other women can be life-changing.
That's why the SHE FACTOR, created by powerhouse Mother/Daughter duo Heidi and Tori Ganahl to give young women the tools and community they need to create a life they love has already reached over one million Gen Z's. With Heidi's track record as the founder of the wildly successful Camp Bow Wow franc...
2021-01-1929 minPOWER UP WOMEN!Profit vs Planet is Old Thinking!Is it possible to make money investing in companies that have a commitment to positively impacting our society and the environment? My guest this week, Karina Funk, named one of the Most Influential Women in Finance, has proven that it is. In this episode, Karina shares her perspective on ESG (Environmental, Social & Governance), how women, as individual investors and board members or senior executives, can influence where money is invested, and the leadership power of Motherhood.
2021-01-1424 minPOWER UP WOMEN!Fast Company's Kate Davis on Whitmer vs Cuomo: A Case Study in American SexismKate Davis, deputy editor of Fast Company magazine & host of "Secrets of the Most Productive People," joins Anne & Dana to talk about her recent commentary, Whitmer vs Cuomo, which examines the dramatically different media coverage and public reactions to the pandemic leadership of two governors, as a high profile example of the systemic sexism that American women at all levels still face.
Photo credits: Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images (Whitmer); Lev Radin/Pacific Press/LightRocket via Getty Images (Cuomo)
2020-12-2825 minPOWER UP WOMEN!Motown: The Music, The Museum & The Women Who Made it GreatRobin Terry, CEO of Detroit's Motown Museum and granddaughter of museum-founder Esther Gordy Edwards, shares the magical and little known story of the Motown women who helped launch some of the most beloved music in the world. Founder Barry Gordy is the first to acknowledge that Motown music would never have happened without them, beginning with his Big Sister!
2020-12-0734 minPOWER UP WOMEN!Barbara Hackman Franklin: Gender Trailblazer, Nixon White House to Global BoardroomsThe Gender Revolution has been called one of "the most profound social changes America has ever experienced." Although there is still plenty of unfinished business, it is important to review and celebrate the decades of work already done. Barbara Hackman Franklin has been on the front lines of women's progress for over 50 years. From opening doors for women in the Nixon White House and global board rooms to being named by Time Magazine as one of the "50 American Women Who Made Political History, she is not only "one of the first" in many arenas, her legacy, told in the book, A Mat...
2020-11-1631 minPOWER UP WOMEN!WNBA Athletes Raise Their Voices & Their GameWomen's basketball, led by the WNBA, powerhouse college programs and star supporters, is building momentum. The athletes are taller, faster, stronger and highly-skilled and the fan base is growing. Something else is changing, too. Similar to USA Women's Hockey and the USA Women's' Soccer team, WNBA players are beginning to flex their collective power to address gender inequities and social issues. The WNBA Players Association dedicated their 2020 season to the Black Lives Matter movement, but that was just the beginning of their collective activism in the wake of multiple deaths of African Americans at the hands of police and a presidentia...
2020-11-1030 minPOWER UP WOMEN!Sarey Ruden: Rebelling Against Male Toxicity on Dating AppsSarey Ruden, fed up with the vulgar, mean and often threatening responses she has received from men on dating apps, finally had enough. The Detroit-based creative artist used her skill (and sense of humor!) to turn online harassment into compelling art. In the process, she created a growing movement of women rebelling against this new form of toxic sexual harassment. She also discovered that online platforms find women who complain more problematic then misbehaving men! You'll love the "good trouble" this "dating disruptor" is stirring up with her Sarey Tales and Tedx talk.
2020-11-0228 minPOWER UP WOMEN!CEO Carla Walker Miller: Building Energy Efficiency & the Next Generation of SistersCarla Walker Miller, CEO of one of the fastest growing women-owned companies in the country, is on a mission to introduce diverse populations to energy efficiency -- for their homes and for career opportunities. She's equally passionate about building the next generation of women and seizing this defining moment to talk about and tackle racism.
2020-10-2630 minPOWER UP WOMEN!Barbara McQuade: Making America A More Just PlaceBarbara McQuade, a trailblazing U.S. District Attorney, University of Michigan Law Professor and respected national voice for justice and equality under the law -- FOR ALL, shares her thoughts on the legacy of Ruth Bader Ginsburg, the injustice of Breonna Taylor's death, calls for defunding the police and the leadership challenge of bringing calm to chaos.
2020-10-0727 minPOWER UP WOMEN!Fresh Thinking on Work Life IntegrationBy now, most women laugh at the old trope, Work/Life Balance. There's no such thing! But integrating work you love with a fulfilling personal life is definitely achievable. The COVID-19 pandemic has created a whole new world for parents who have suddenly found their work, life and even children's school worlds jumbled together in ways neither they nor employers imagined possible. Emily A. Hay, founder of Hay There Social Media, mother of two young daughters and a leading voice for the Work/Life Integration Movement, shares what she's learned on the front lines of so many women's never-ending quest for...
2020-09-2327 minPOWER UP WOMEN!Horses and Humans: The Magical ConnectionWhat is it about horses that continues to fascinate humans? Their beauty, power, grace, speed and even delicious smell (addictive for all true horse lovers!) are just the beginning. New research confirms that equine energy fields have a powerful, calming effect -- if you are listening. That's why equine-facilitated learning is the next frontier for experiential team and leadership learning. Guest Maureen Moons, CEO & Founder of Michigan's Courses with Horses, explains the magic and how to tap into true "Horse Power."
2020-09-0928 minPOWER UP WOMEN!Rock Your Profits by Accessing Your Inner WitchCalifornia business and life coach Julie Foucht, founder of The Art of Feminine Marketing, shares her "wildly different" approach to teaching women how to access the power of our "inner witch" to achieve the life goals, financial resources and personal joy that will set us free. Guest co-host Mary Doyle, artist-in-residence and owner of the Crane's Landing Airbnb in Gainesville, brings her generational and gender lens to this fascinating conversation that takes a walk on the wide.
2020-08-2629 minPOWER UP WOMEN!Sybil Morial: From Jim Crow to Political EmpowermentFrom the American Civil Rights Movement of the 1950s and 60s to this summer's Black Lives Matter street demonstrations, the fight for equality and justice for all in the USA has arrived at another pivotal moment. Legendary Louisiana leader Sybil Hydel Morial, a Civil Rights activist, educator and author of Witness to Change: From Jim Crow to Political Empowerment, has been in the fight every step of the way. And she's not done yet!
2020-08-1524 minPOWER UP WOMEN!Protecting Africa's Exotic AnimalsIf the Tiger King documentary about Joe Exotic and similar private zoo collectors of "big cats" left you feeling a little sick at heart, then here's a way you can help protect spectacular African animals. Anne Marie Gattari spent five weeks volunteering at the Siyafunda Endangered Species Reserve in NE South Africa. If learning what the roar of lions in the night really sounds like or spending hours observing elephants up close while being hot, dusty and busy is your idea of fun, then this episode is for you!
2020-07-2931 minPOWER UP WOMEN!Emerging Sports Transforming Girls LivesTwo of the fastest growing sports in the world for girls and women are the emerging sports of Rugby and Wrestling. Anne talks with elite athletes Sally Roberts, founder of Wrestle LIke A Girl, Inc, and Erin Kennedy, co-founder of Girls Rugby, Inc -- both alums of the prestigious WABN (Women Athletes Business Network) of the International Women's Forum -- who are leading the charge because they understand the power of sports to transform even troubled girls into leaders.
2020-07-1434 minPOWER UP WOMEN!The Poisoned City: Flint's Water and the American Urban TragedyA fascinating conversation with investigative journalist Anna Clark, author of the definitive book on the lead contamination crisis that poisoned the water in Flint, Michigan. Clark's powerful storytelling skills reveal the structural racism entwined with this perfect storm and brings to life the courageous citizens who rose up to fight for their lives against city, state and federal government officials who insisted their coffee-colored water was "perfectly safe."
2020-06-2343 minPOWER UP WOMEN!Never Underestimate a Refugee ChildBorn into the Cambodian Civil War that wiped out 25% of her country's population, Thear Sy Suzuki spent her early childhood in refugee work camps. Miraculously, her parents managed to save all of their children and escape. How did a child who arrived in the U.S. at age eight, speaking no English, rise to become a top executive with global consulting firm Ernst & Young, advising Fortune 500 companies? A wife and mother of four sons and a community activist serving on multiple boards that lift others? Thear shares her remarkable story of survival, resilience and leadership, as well as her perspecti...
2020-06-1137 minPOWER UP WOMEN!Millennials Coping with CovidMillennials became the largest generation in the workforce, at the beginning of 2020. But as the COVID-19 pandemic wreaked havoc on the economy, Millennials were hit hard. As young workers just beginning their careers, they were some of the first to lose their jobs and less likely to have a savings "safety net" than more seasoned workers. Plus, many are earning entry-level pay while carrying heavy debt from school loans. As the big sister in a family of seven children, I have an abundance of Millennial nieces and nephews, in addition to my own son. So how are they doing? I asked...
2020-05-1921 minPOWER UP WOMEN!Domestic Violence Escalating Under COVID-19Intimate partner violence was a global pandemic long before COVID-19. But the "stay home" orders that the deadly virus triggered acted like gasoline on glowing embers for millions of domestic violence victims. Globally, the story is the same: the frequency of domestic abuse and the severity of the violence have dramatically escalated. "Safe at home" is an oxymoron for millions. Beth Morrison of OUR Family Services in Tucson, Amy Good of Detroit's Alternatives for Girls and Melissa Sinclair of Michigan's Haven Domestic Violence Shelter share their views on this worsening crisis and insights on help.
2020-05-0724 minPOWER UP WOMEN!Where Have All the Women Coaches Gone?College sports is a $14B business and women's sports is one of its fastest growing markets. But just as opportunities for female athletes are accelerating, opportunities for women coaches are in freefall. Today, men hold nearly 58% of all head coaching jobs for women's teams, while still keeping a stranglehold on 99% of the jobs coaching men. What's wrong with this scenario? We asked Carol "Hutch" Hutchins, one of the most respected coaches in college sports, who was featured in this NY Times report on the leadership crisis in college coaching -- where gender equity is moving backwards.
2020-04-2926 minPOWER UP WOMEN!African Americans Bearing the Brunt of U.S. COVID-19 PandemicDetroit, Michigan, one of the COVID-19 hot spots in the USA, is bearing witness to the disproportionate impact the pandemic is having on African Americans. Thirty-five percent of the virus victims in Michigan are African Americans, although they make up only 15% of the state's population. The same is true in other U.S. states with significant AA populations. Podcast guests Marianne Udow-Phillips and Vern Davis Anthony saw this coming, because they both have decades of expertise in the devastating toll of generational poverty and the weaknesses in the U.S. health care system. COVID-19 is demanding that we stop i...
2020-04-1729 minPOWER UP WOMEN!Six Degrees of COVID-19 Empathy: Detroit PAL is Checking In to Save LivesOne of the worst COVID-19 hot spots in the U.S. is metro Detroit. The virus, which has already claimed 1,600 lives in Michigan, with 26,000 confirmed cases, is disproportionately impacting African Americans. Why? A pandemic plays no favorites, seeking victims everywhere. But its easiest prey are those weakened by health, economic and daily-life challenges of generational poverty. That's why the Detroit Police Athletic League (PAL), that has served at-risk youth and their families for 50 years, launched SIX DEGREES OF SEPARATION: CHECKING IN SAVES LIVES -- a web of timely, factual information and help. Rob Jamerson, CEO of Detroit PAL explains the life-sav...
2020-04-1520 minPOWER UP WOMEN!For the Many Not the Few Political LeadershipThe Covid-19 global pandemic has been called "a time machine to our future." There is nothing like a crisis for testing the quality of our elected leaders and shining a spotlight on societal and environmental imbalances we can no longer ignore. Congressional candidate Cathy Kunkel is an energy policy expert and long-time community changemaker who is helping to lead West Virginia's "For the Many Not the Few" grassroots political movement. The alarms she is sounding and the changes she is fighting for are more urgent than ever -- for all of us.
2020-03-3031 minPOWER UP WOMEN!Getting Your Financial House in OrderThe Covid-19 crisis started as a global health emergency, but its economic impact could be nearly just as devastating. As we all tighten our financial belts, advice from professional financial planners is more important than ever. Willa Williams and Weslia Echols of Trinity Financial Coaching share the lessons they've learned -- the hard way -- about living abundantly but within your means.
2020-03-1830 minPOWER UP WOMEN!Days of Wink/Wink Sexual Harassment Need To Be OverThe "Guilty" verdict in the Harvey Weinstein sexual assault trial was a watershed moment in women's centuries long fight for respect and safety from sexual innuendo, harassment and assault. It took over 90 courageous women telling their stories to finally stop the powerful predator. Eliminating "boys will be boys," toxic work cultures requires women of all generations to raise their voices collectively to demand change. That's exactly what our guests, MI State Senator Mallory McMorrow and Journalist Julie Hinds, did when a powerful MI State Senator "had some fun" at the expense of Gen Z reporter Allison Donahue -- who had the co...
2020-02-2632 minPOWER UP WOMEN!Mentoring Game Changers: Samar Nassar & Brianna Salvatore DueckMentoring relationships can bridge both cultural and geographic barriers. Meet Jordanian Samar Nassar, an Olympic athlete and changemaker for women athletes in the Mideast and her mentee, American elite basketball player Brianna Salvatore Dueck. We talk sports diplomacy, leadership and their shared passion for sports participation to empower women all over the world. Samar, a member of the International Womens Forum was matched with Brianna as part of IWF'S Women Athletes Business Network for help elite athletes transition to business careers.
2020-02-2025 minPOWER UP WOMEN!Hall of Fame Women's BB Coach Sue Kruszewski HardyAs the WNBA wins record-setting salary increases and maternity leave and legendary Notre Dame coach Muffet McGraw sounds off on the growing number of men being hired to coach women's teams, we talk women and sports with Hall of Fame Women's Basketball Coach Sue Kruszewski Hardy, a trailblazer who built one of the early women's college basketball powerhouses in the late 1970's and early 80's with her University of Detroit Lady Titans. And she did it with the full support of the legendary basketball guru Dick Vitale. Women's sports have come a long way, but there's still a long, long way t...
2020-01-2924 minPOWER UP WOMEN!Space Station Astronaut Cady ColemanAmerican Astronaut Cady Coleman, a veteran of two space shuttle missions, lived for six months on the International Space Station. What's it like to live, work, sleep (and yes manage all other bodily functions!) without gravity for 159 days or 4,330 hours? Cady answers all those questions for hosts Anne and Monica, and also gives her perspective on the first all-women space walk and how women and minorities still have to push hard for opportunities.
2020-01-1435 minPOWER UP WOMEN!HERImpact - Accelerating Women Through Social EntrepreneurshipWomen own 40% of all businesses in the USA, but female entrepreneurs receive less than 1% of venture capital -- yes, ONE PERCENT! Plus, they are much more likely to be declined for a loan than male entrepreneurs. The HERImpact Pitch Competition, supported by the Ford Fund, provides badly needed funding and business coaching to help female social entrepreneurs with great ideas scale their businesses. Started in Detroit, the program has already expanded to Miami and Washington, DC. We talk to pitch competition winners Brittany Rhodes, founder of Black Girl Math-gic, Arielle Johnson, founder of Fierce Staffing and Ford's Yisel Cabrera about how...
2020-01-0337 minPOWER UP WOMEN!Breast Cancer Surgery & Reconstruction: What's Right For You?Every year, thousands of women diagnosed with breast cancer face complex medical decisions. Michigan Journalism Hall of Fame medical reporter Patricia Anstett, author of Breast Cancer Surgery and Reconstruction: What's Right for YOU, has made it her life's mission to inform women about what she calls "the under-discussed issues" related to breast surgery and reconstruction. She wants women to feel empowered to understand the choices are THEIRS ALONE and to give them the knowledge they need to resist well-intentioned pressure for surgery -- including for nipples -- that may not be right for them.
2019-12-1638 minPOWER UP WOMEN!Sports Journalist Joanne Gerstner Shares Concussion ExpertiseBack in the Game: Why Concussion Doesn't Have to End Your Athletic Career is the definitive book on youth sports and concussions. Joanne Gerstner, co-author of the book, joins Anne and Monica for a cutting edge conversation on concussions, women athletes and her many-faceted career in the world of sports.
2019-12-1043 minPOWER UP WOMEN!Photojournalist Linda Solomon & The Queen Next Door: An Intimate Portrait of Aretha FranklinHall of Fame photojournalist Linda Solomon was Aretha Franklin's personal photographer for decades, and given rare access to many of "The Queen of Soul's" most private family and behind-the-scenes musical moments. We talk with Linda about her unusual relationship with Aretha and her gorgeous new book, The Queen Next Door: An Intimate Portrait of Aretha Franklin. Solomon calls the book her "love letter" to one of the greatest musical talents of our time. We'll also hear about Solomon's career journey, which includes putting over one million cameras in the hands of children and inspiring homeless children through her Pictures of Hope...
2019-11-2034 minPOWER UP WOMEN!All Girl Rodeos on the RiseIn the early days of rodeoing in the American West, cowgirls competed just as fiercely as cowboys in everything from roping to bronco riding. But women were gradually forced out of the sport, supposedly because it was "too dangerous." But professional "All Girl Rodeo" is making a comeback. Two of the driving forces behind this growing sport are sisters Nicole and Katie Schrock. Skilled horsewomen and visionary entrepreneurs, they are the first siblings to both win the title of Miss Rodeo Oregon. If you like cowgirls, horses and "That Western Life," you'll love this episode.
2019-10-2037 minPOWER UP WOMEN!European Space Agency’s Ersilia Vaudo ScarpettaIn addition to POWERING UP, I also host the "Game Changers" podcast for the International Women's Forum, which gives me the chance to talk with groundbreaking Sheroes from all over the world and share them here. Ersilia Vaudo Scarpetta, the Chief Diversity Officer for the European Space Agency, has worked in science and space for 30 years. Our conversation ranged from why she believes studying science gives girls super powers to how her unusual mother taught her children, growing up in Italy, about chemical compounds in the kitchen!
2019-10-0830 minPOWER UP WOMEN!Franchising Executive Recruiter Kristen OdehWho ever heard of a franchising executive recruiter? Monica and I never had, until I reconnected with former ran Ford Motor Company executive colleague Kris Odeh. Now the founder and CEO of Momentum Franchise Group, Odeh draws on her 30 years of global executive and leadership credentials in the technology, finance, non-profit, retail and auto industries, helping ambitious entrepreneurs -- of all ages -- find their perfect franchise match. With a particular passion for working with women and veterans, Odeh also shared her perspective on leadership and the importance of aligning your talents and work interests with the lifestyle you wa...
2019-10-0134 minPOWER UP WOMEN!Journalism at a CrossroadsAs an inductee into the Michigan Journalism Hall of Fame, I worry about the future of journalism, which is facing two crises. With newspapers going out of business and journalists losing their jobs, it is clear the old business model is broken. Plus, the value of a trustworthy free press, one of the cornerstones of American democracy, is under attack, with disagreeable facts labeled, "fake news" and respected journalists called "enemies of the people." Monica and Anne tackle the crisis in journalism with Bob Zaltsberg, who is recognized as "the dean of Indiana newspaper editors" and is now teaching Media M...
2019-09-2432 minPOWER UP WOMEN!Talking About Gender With TransgendersMillennials have led the way on new thinking and open conversations about gender. Co-host Monica Doyle invited two transgender friends – Grace, a transgender woman, and August, a transgender man – to talk about their experiences. As a Baby Boomer committed to equal rights and dignity for all humans, Anne learned a lot.
2019-09-1031 minPOWER UP WOMEN!The Power of Getting Comfortable In Your Own SkinMeritor senior executive Linda Taliaferro has climbed the corporate ladder in the very male world of global commercial vehicles. So she understands the gender landmines and obstacles ambitious women must navigate throughout their leadership journeys. From confronting sexual harassers to mastering workplace politics, Taliaferro has experienced it all. That's why she founded The TEE (The Extra Effort) organization to share what she has learned (often the hard way!) and mentor other women. The critical differentiator for women, she believes, is the ability to find the courage to step into and claim our individual and collective power. She's a global exec...
2019-09-0334 minPOWER UP WOMEN!Challenging the Patriarchy's Control of WomenRabbi Tamara Kolton, author of the upcoming book, "Oranges for Eve: My Beautiful, Brava and Badass Journey to the Feminine Divine," is a truth teller, spiritual leader and powerful voice for women. As growing numbers of states in the USA pass extreme legislation aimed at overthrowing women's right to privacy over our bodies, Rabbi Kolton provides insightful context on her position, published in the Jewish News, that the national debate over abortion is not truly about caring for babies or pregnant women, it is one more powerful example of our patriarchal matrix that protects the status quo in which m...
2019-08-2734 minPOWER UP WOMEN!COMIQUE CON: Diverse Women Raising Their Voices & Profiles in World of ComicsThe world of comics has long been one more world ruled by white males -- both as characters and creators. But that is changing as young women who grew up reading comics featuring female superheroes (such as "shojo" Magna books created in Japan specifically for girls) are looking for adult content they can identify with. So, they're creating it themselves. We explored this growing, cultural phenomenon at Comique-Con -- a conference specifically for female and female-identifying illustrators, writers and creators in the comic world. A world that co-host Monica Doyle knows well.
2019-08-1319 minPOWER UP WOMEN!Robin Jones: The Reality Is That Most Disabilities Are InvisibleWe recorded this episode the day after two mass shootings killed at least 31 people and injured dozens of others in El Paso, Texas and Dayton, Ohio. Were the young, white males who perpetrated these hateful, horrible acts suffering from mental illness? Perhaps, but not necessarily. Robin Jones, Director of the Great Lakes ADA Center (Americans with Disabilities Act) talked with us about her work training, consulting and providing technical assistance to business, schools, employers , architects, families and individuals related to disabilities. Handicapped parking, wheelchair ramps and accessible bathrooms are just the beginning. "The reality," says Jones, "is that most disabiliti...
2019-08-0635 minPOWER UP WOMEN!In Our Prime: How Older Women Are Re-Inventing the Road AheadEnlightened Sexism author and Communications Studies Professor Susan Douglas makes the case for "life span feminism," her upcoming new book -- In Our Prime: How Older Women are Re-Inventing the Road Ahead -- and why it's time to destroy the media myth that older and younger feminists can't get along.
2019-07-3036 minPOWER UP WOMEN!Sports Columnist Christine Brennan Talks Sports, Gender and Purple-Haired LeadershipUSA Today Sports Columnist and TV Commentator Christine Brennan has covered every major sporting event imaginable for nearly four decades -- including 18 Olympics and all four World Cup championships of the U.S. Women's Soccer Team. Megan Rapinoe, Alex Morgan and their 2019 teammates have delivered revenue, viewing audiences, championships and the all-time best-selling soccer jersey in U.S. history. Now they are demanding equal pay. Brennan says, "Love 'em or hate 'em, they are strong, tough, have changed the conversation about women's sports and they're not going away!"
With over 1,000 women covering sports today, Brennan encou...
2019-07-1630 minPOWER UP WOMEN!A Leadership Conversation with General Linda Singh on racism, sexism and ending sexual assault in the militaryGeneral Linda Singh, the first African American and first woman to head up all military operations for an entire state, made national news earlier this year when her Maryland leadership team became the first all-female National Guard command staff in the United States. A leader who believes in the value of talking openly about difficult issues, Adjutant General Singh spoke candidly with me about racism, sexism and sexual harassment and assault, including her personal experiences.
2019-07-0935 minPOWER UP WOMEN!In the Game: Women’s Sports ProgressHall of Fame Women's College Basketball Coach Sue Kruszewski Hardy and Vice President of Marketing for the Detroit Tigers Ellen Hill Zeringue, one of the few executive women in major league sports, join Anne and Monica to talk about women's progress in the world of sports -- as athletes, coaches and executives. Their "In the Game" conversation was recorded in front of a live audience as part of the Second Annual Detroit Podcast Festival, hosted by Robin Kinnie, founder of Motor City Woman Studios.
2019-07-0215 minPOWER UP WOMEN!The “Girl Effect” and the Global Fight to Educate FemalesEducation is transformational with the power to break cycles of poverty, child marriage and violence. The “Girl Effect” is particularly powerful because it extends the benefits to families and communities more than when only boys are educated. Yet 130 million girls around the world are not in school because of poverty, custom or conflict. In places like Afghanistan, Pakistan and Nigeria, girls schools are under attack. Anne talks with Totsie Memela of South Africa and Shamim Jawad of Afghanistan -- two leaders on the front lines of the fight to change ideas, cultures and policies about why educating girls lifts the en...
2019-06-2525 minPOWER UP WOMEN!1,000 Toys Silently Proclaim, "Remember the Children!"At least three thousand young children have been separated from their refugee parents, seeking asylum in the U.S. They have been held in cages, shipped to foster care all over the country, some have been sexually assaulted, and several have died. Can you imagine having your baby or very young child pulled from your arms, perhaps never to see them again? Determined that these children must not be forgotten, Michiganders Elaine Roseborough and Laurie Lisi tied 1,000 teddy bears, dolls and toys to stakes and displayed them along a busy Detroit-area highway to remind people of the several thousand...
2019-06-1833 minPOWER UP WOMEN!Men as Gender Allies: YWomen Founder Jeffery Tobias HalterWhat do men have do with women's power and progress? Everything!! As fathers, husbands, colleagues, bosses, brothers or lawmakers, men impact women's personal lives, careers and legal rights every day. Women contending with sexual harassment, toxic workplaces, gender bias, extreme laws violating our right to privacy and growing male backlash against the #MeToo movement, need male allies!
Jeffery Tobias Halter, president of YWomen, is the USA's leading expert on engaging men to advance women. A two-time TEDx speaker who has been known to don red women's heels on stage to make a point tells host Anne Doyle, "It...
2019-06-1138 minPOWER UP WOMEN!Anxiety, Stress and Suicide on the Rise. Talking About It Helps.Millennials have been called "the stressed out generation," as record numbers are dealing with anxiety and depression. Suicide among young people is also rising. Psychotherapist Dr. Jane Shure, a nationally-recognized expert on self-esteem issues and healthy management of our “inner critic,” as well as co-founder of The Resilience Group in Philadelphia, joins Anne, Monica and millennial Kevin Farrell to talk about how 21st Century culture increases anxiety and how we can help ourselves, our kids and our friends manage it. “Worrying is a human survival instinct,” says Shure who explains what’s causing all our stress and practical skills for living w...
2019-05-2938 minPOWER UP WOMEN!Finding Your PurposeNancy Trites Botkin, a Leadership Guide, Founder of Think8 Women and Author of Living on Purpose, has been helping women tap into and pursue their unique purpose for decades. Graduates of her intense, intimate, one-on-one personal discovery sessions like to call themselves, "Wonder Women." She joins Anne and Monica from Montreal to share steps each of us can take to unlock our individual power by discovering and releasing our deeply-ingrained blocks that hold us back.
2019-05-1440 min