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In this episode, we discuss: Heather's professional journey and how it could have started with the CIAWhy the investment world lured her inWhat happens with work when you blend the personal with professionalLaunching Loomis CapitalThe genesis of Here's the Thing with Heather Please enjoy this interview with the incredibly dynamic and passionate, Heather Loomis Tighe. For more information, please visit: Loomis Capital: https://loomiscapitalmanagement.com/ Substack: https://substack.com/@heresthethingwithheather

In this episode, we dive into: Lisa's journey working as a Peace Corps volunteerWorking with women farmers in Niger and her first introduction to MoringaThe healing power of Moringa, superfoods and ultimately, communitiesHer entrepreneurial path and creating Kuli Kuli Foods, the first brand to bring Moringa to the US market Please enjoy this conversation with the energizing and incredible, Lisa Curtis. For more information on Kuli Kuli, please visit: www.kulikulifoods.com

In this episode, we dive into: How Shilpa transitioned her computer science degree and experience in the tech world to creating a pioneering fashion brand that reshaped the e-commerce and retail landscape. Co-Founding CUYANA and the importance of "Fewer, Better"Transformative work with Robin BreckenridgeDifferences between boundaries and grudgesThe importance of self-workHer incredible philanthropic and humanitarian work: Please enjoy this conversation with the incomparable, Shilpa Shah. For more on Shilpa, you can connect with her on Instagram: Shilpa Shah - Instagram

In this episode - we dive into: Transitioning from a history major to medical schoolThe opportunity to build Ohana, Montage Health's child and adolescent mental health program.How to build mental fitness, for children and adults Building her own Ohana Please enjoy this interview with the incredible, Dr. Susan Swick. For more information and content from Susan, please visit: Talkaboutable with Dr. Susan Swick (her fantastic new podcast!)Ohana Montage Health Books mentioned: Mindset The Blessing of a Skinned Knee: Raising Self-Reliant Children Man's Search for Meaning The Choice: Embrace the Possible

In this episode, we discuss: How hot tub sessions with her best friends helped bring kombucha into the mainstreamBuilding Health-Ade from farmers markets to over 50K stores nationwideThe identity shift when you take a step back from the company you builtWhy it's important to treat and trust your gut (I had to do it!) Please enjoy this interview with the bubbly and fabulous, Vanessa Dew. For more content from Vanessa, check out her newsletter: The Slow Brew

In this episode - we cover: How Western Kentucky University shaped her love for economicsThrough Covid comes content creationHer best-selling book, In This EconomyBread, her media company, and the expansion goalsRethinking how we talk about economics education As she autographed her book for my kids, I’ll leave you with the same words she wrote to them: Enjoy! The world of economics is amazing! Please enjoy this interview with the fantastic, Kyla Scanlon. To find more on Kyla, please visit: Kyla Scanlon OFFICIAL Kyla's Substack Kyla's Instagram

In this episode, we dive into: Her family's journey from Chile to CanadaThe moment she fell in love with music videosHow Wendy broke into the world of directing unforgettable music videos and narrative filmsThe story behind directing one of the greatest music videos of all time Wendy Morgan inspires me in so many ways — her graceful presence both on and off set, through her creative vision, and her extraordinary ability to evoke deep emotion through her work. Enjoy this conversation with the bold, visionary director: Wendy Morgan. For more information on Wendy, please visit her website: Wendy Morgan - OFFICIAL

In this episode, we discuss: Her family's immigration story after the HolocaustHow the death of her sister impacted the familyLeading the San Francisco Suicide Prevention for 30+ yearsManaging 65K calls each year in the oldest US suicide hotline Using humor as therapy Please enjoy this episode with the legendary, Eve Meyer.

In this episode, we discuss: Rosanne's journey from wealth management to entrepreneurshipHow a groundbreaking medical device got on her radarTaking on the CEO role of the startup, CorofloTheir groundbreaking technology that helps new mothers and newbornsHow connection drives her and Coroflo's work Please enjoy this interview with the delightful - Roseanne Longmore. For more information on Coroflow, please visit: https://www.coroflo.com/

In this episode - we cover: Dr. Simon's pioneering work as a corporate anthropologist How humans hate to change, have to change, and need a hand Turning observations into innovation AI vs AI: Artificial Intelligence vs Anthropological Intelligence Please enjoy this interview with the changemaker, Dr. Andi Simon. To learn more about her research, you can visit: https://www.andisimon.com/

In this episode - we cover: Helaine's professional journey from tech & marketing to founding CITYROW When she got bit by the rowing bugHow she built the company from one studio in NYC into a national fitness brand with over 65 franchisesHer exit and selling the business to WaterRowerFrom her thrilling memoir, Making Waves, we discuss how "the beauty is, always has been, and always will be, not in the preparation or the dreaming but in the rebuild, the pivots, and the rising from the ashes". Please enjoy this episode with the incredible Helaine. To learn more, you can visit: https://www.helaineknapp.com/

In this episode - we cover: Amy's journey from a career in tech and product marketing to building a cookie kingdom. How her cookie crumbled...why she left her 9am-5pm only to work 6am-3amChanging lives one oatmeal raisin cookie at a timeWhat happens when she follows (and feeds) her gut Please enjoy this episode with the fantastic Amy Wong. To learn more, you can visit: https://batch22bakery.com/

In this episode - we cover: Jeanna's journey from MIT alum to Wall St Banker to EntrepreneurHow she came up with the idea to create a self-watering technology and focus on taking the stress out of plant careWhere she came up with the name Cowbell (Hi Will Ferrell!)What happens when you put aside the "should" mindset and pursue what you're curious about Pleaes enjoy this episode with Jeanna and a fun dose of Cowbell. To learn more about Jeanna and Cowbell Plant Co. you can visit: https://cowbellplant.com/

In this episode, we cover: Sonia's failed attempt at MatLabHow seeing an Operation Smile flyer changed her lifeWhy she takes one mission a yearBecoming an entrepreneur and founding AlohaBriteHow much sugar we really should consume Please enjoy this dose of pure Aloha! To learn more about Sonia and AlohaBrite, you can visit: https://alohabrite.com

In this episode, we cover: How a dream with purple pants changed her lifeCreating the Born This Way Foundation with Lady GagaBuilding a kinder, braver world for young peopleWays to strengthen your kindness muscle Please enjoy this conversation with the kind, the brave, the incomparable - Maya Enista Smith. To learn more about Maya, you can visit: twitter.com/MEnista https://bornthisway.foundation/author/maya/