Consider the Source

In this episode of our Denver Female Owned Small Business Series, Sarah sits down with Maryam, the powerhouse behind @maryamsellsdenver, to talk about what it really takes to thrive as a female real estate agent in Denver’s fast-changing market. Maryam pulls back the curtain on the highs and lows of real estate, sharing the truth behind client relationships, building trust in a competitive industry, and navigating the challenges of being a woman in a male-dominated field.

Whether you’re curious about the Denver housing market, dreaming of a career in real estate, or simply love hearing from inspiring women building their own path, this episode delivers an honest look at the grit, strategy, and heart that fuels Maryam’s success.

Where to find Maryam:

Her website: https://www.maryamgates.com/

Her social media: @maryamsellsdenver

Where to find Sarah: @sarahsmilesnetwork

Business inquiries: [email protected]

In this episode of Consider the Source, Sarah sits down with economist Guyesha Blackshear (@thejunioreconomist) for a conversation that feels both eye-opening and approachable. Together they explore the striking parallels between the Roman Empire and today’s U.S. economy, unpack what the national debt really means, and share practical ways to prepare for a potential recession. The discussion doesn’t stop there—Sarah and Guyesha also dive into the big forces shaping our future, from climate change to the rapid rise of AI. It’s a thoughtful yet down-to-earth episode that leaves listeners seeing the world a little differently.

Guyesha's Book Recommendation: The Creature from Jekyll Island

Guyesha's socials: @thejunioreconomist & @dollarsforscholars

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Yes you read the title right. Sarah hosts Jenna on the Consider the Source podcast this week to continue sponsoring and highlighting women in the Denver community who have founded businesses. In this episode Jenna talks about what it is like to be an intuitive tarot reader, her ability to read for people's career paths, and how she tapped into her intuition. This episode truly allows for you to understand what goes on in the minds' of psychics as they are giving you a reading. In addition to her insights on the intuitive side of her business she also talks about what it has been like to start a "woo woo" business in Denver.

Follow along on Jenna's journey:

Book a reading with Jenna: https://www.goldendaughter.com/book-a-reading

Jenna's website: https://www.goldendaughter.com/

Jenna's social media handle: @goldendaughtertarot

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In this weeks episode of Consider the Source Sarah Smiles is joined by Sarah Maxey from Slate Social Management. Maxey's story of building her business from nothing: no clients, no marketing background, and no team to rely on. Sarah explains what hard work and grit truly means when starting a business; late nights wondering if it is all worth it, imposter syndrome and through it all finding purpose and striving towards a goal. Since Sarah works in social media she also calls attention to what it actually means to go viral, why building community is important and why social media can help grow your business.

To follow along with Slate:

TikTok: @slatesocialmgmt

Instagram: @slatesocialmgmt

Pinterest: @slatesocialmgmt

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In this episode Sarah hosts Vanessa Chang on Consider the Source to discuss AI. We've all been exposed to it in some form or another and the AI movement is often paralleled to the similar shift that was seen during the birth of the internet. However it is garnering a great deal more contention (Sarah doesn't actually know if it is more contentious as she was born in 1998 and does not remember the birth of the internet). Some topics that Sarah presses V on are: the big beautiful bill's relationship to AI, AI's relationship with climate change and energy demand, AI's affect on critical thinking, AI's ability to help minorities and often oppressed groups, AI's ability to help those with neurodivergence and much more.

Where to find V:

Subscribe to RE:Human — Weekly field notes for people making sense of AI

Social Medias: LinkedIn, TikTok, Instagram

Explore Mosaek — Consulting, coaching, & strategy for AI-literate ops

Book a chat — Strategy sessions, keynotes, provocations

Speaking inquiries

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In this episode Teal and Sarah talk about what the water crisis is, what water rights are, and WHY YOU SHOULD CARE! Spoiler alert if we don't change our ways we might be in a very dire state in 5 years. If you love the outdoors, this is a must listen. If you don't know where your water comes from this is a must listen.

Resources:

Water Education Colorado: https://watereducationcolorado.org/

Alex Hager, Colorado River Basin Reporter: https://www.kunc.org/alex-hager

Shannon Mullane, Colorado Water/ Western Water Issues:https://coloradosun.com/author/shannon-mullane/

Elise Schmelzer, environment reporter @The Denver Post: https://www.denverpost.com/author/elise-schmelzer/

Teal's Social Media: @westernwatergirl

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Denver Female Owned Business Series!

Feeling lost in your career and not really sure how to pivot or what you would be best suited to? Human Design has entered the chat. Human Design is a system that combines elements of astrology, the I Ching, the Kabbalah, and quantum physics to create a unique "blueprint" of an individual's energy and potential.... mmmmkay so what does that mean? Well I'd love to tell you, more specifically, Morrie, the Human Design expert and career coach would love to tell you! Morrie uses the system to help individuals understand their energy and make career decisions. She's a recruiter, and her Human Design insights are shared on her social media pages and you can actually request your chart and a reading from her on her website.

Connect with Morrie Hudiburg:

Website: https://www.careersinhd.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/careersinHD

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@careersinhd

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If you are a woman who wants to share your story of your experience working in a male dominated field, becoming a business owner, or founding a company please send me an email at [email protected]

In this episode Sarah and Hallie talk about what it is like to not only be a female welder, but a black, LGBTQ, female welder. Hallie's journey is incredibly insightful in understanding what it is actually like to work in the trade. She also clarifies what it more realistically is like to be a welder and provides tips on things that men don't really talk about like skin care, hair care, and what it is like to become a therapist for your male co-workers.

In this episode Sarah and Martina Ferrara talk about women's rights, the gender gap and how to remain hopeful in a time that seems quite bleak. Martina brings a refreshing perspective on women's rights being that she was born in Italy, grew up in France, went to university in the UK, and currently lives in Australia. From this discussion you'll learn how gender equality is an issue that exists in other countries that we Americans deem as "more progressive" than the US.

Resources:

https://now.org/

https://www.plannedparenthood.org/

Martina's TikTok: @ferrara_martina

Sarah's TikTok: @sarahsmilesnetwork

BONUS EPISODE! With all of the talk about the, "Big Beautiful Bill" and Public Land the timeliness of this episode was extremely important. This week Sarah has on former National Park Ranger, Felicia, to talk about public lands, the NPS, impactful legislature, and how to remain hopeful in an time where is seems difficult to be.

Felicia's TikTok: @ube_softserve

Resources:

Find and contact your senators: Phone numbers for all U.S. Senate offices in Washington, D.C. can be found here: axios.com+12senate.gov+12facebook.com+12

Local Senator Contacts (Key Western States):

• Colorado
  • Sen. Michael Bennet: (202) 224‑5852
  • Sen. John Hickenlooper: (202) 224‑5941 biologicaldiversity.org
• Utah
  • Sen. Mike Lee (sponsor of land sale provision): (202) 224‑5444 economictimes.indiatimes.com+7washingtonstatestandard.com+7reviewjournal.com+7
• New Mexico
  • Sen. Martin Heinrich (Ranking Member, Energy Committee): info via senate.gov; (202) 224‑5521