In this deeply moving and wide-open conversation, I sit down with Congresswoman, activist, and author Marie Newman to explore her personal journey through resilience, reinvention, and radical honesty—not just as a political leader, but as a mother navigating uncharted terrain.

This episode goes way beyond politics. It’s about what happens when life taps you on the shoulder and says: “time to rewrite your story.”

Marie opens up about her family's experience after her daughter came out as transgender—the grief, the growth, and the beautiful rebirth that followed. We talk about what it means to release the old dreams we hold for our children (and ourselves), and make space for new ones that are truer, more liberating, and more alive.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

 

• Marie’s raw and unfiltered account of parenting through her child’s transition—and the emotional complexities that come with it.
• How old narratives have to die in order for new, more honest ones to emerge.
• Why Marie is still challenging broken systems, from Congress to Big Pharma, and how she’s now using fiction and podcasting as powerful tools for truth-telling.
• Real talk about reinvention, letting go of other people’s expectations, and starting over—no matter your age or stage.

 

Whether you’re a parent, an advocate, a creative soul, or someone staring down a crossroads, this conversation is here to remind you: you are not stuck. Change is possible. And rewriting your narrative is not only allowed—it’s necessary. If you’re craving inspiration with a generous side of realness—this one’s for you. Tune in now!

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00:00 Introducing Congresswoman Marie Newman

03:25 Early Influences and Activism

09:11 Personal Stories of Standing Up

14:26 Addressing Systemic Issues

23:05 The Power of Personal Stories

26:21 The Fake News Phenomenon

29:41 Transitioning from Congress to Consulting

33:25 Advice for Life Changes and Pursuing Dreams

37:39 Parenting a Transgender Child

39:47 The Emotional Journey of Acceptance

44:27 Upcoming Projects and Future Plans

47:29 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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