Deborahcratic

Through intelligence, confidence and sheer determination Lisa Conn has forged her career at the intersection of tech, politics and community building. Her work studying political division at MIT's Media Lab earned her recognition as one of Forbes Magazine's 30 leaders under the age of 30. In this episode, Lisa tells Deborah about her journey from politics to Silicon Valley and how new motherhood has reframed her perspective.

Be sure to follow along on IG @Deborahcratic and visit Deborahcratic.com

Bryce Blanton epitomizes what it means to be a good citizen. During his high school days he organized fundraisers and clothing drives. After college he worked for the Boys and Girls Clubs. Now he drives a truck for UPS and catches waves during his lunch hour. In this episode, he talks with Deborah about his life as a young husband and father, and about the sudden medical crisis that united a community around him when he was a child, which helped shape who he is today.

Be sure to follow along on IG @Deborahcratic and visit Deborahcratic.com!

Audrey Prosser is a tireless and accomplished businesswoman, activist and community organizer. In this episode, she tells Deborah about growing up in the segregated South of the 1950s, discovering her sexuality as a teenager, and the many obstacles she overcame to become a successful real estate agent, a progressive leader, and a mainstay of the Southern California Democratic community.

Be sure to follow along on IG @Deborahcratic and visit Deborahcratic.com!

Criminal defense attorney Jeffrey Lichtman has represented mobster John A. Gotti and Mexican drug lord El Chapo, among many other high-profile organized crime figures. In this no-holds-barred episode, Jeffrey tells Deborah his story as only he can, from his childhood as a shy kid in New Jersey to his transformation into one of America's most renowned mob lawyers.

Be sure to follow along on IG @Deborahcratic and visit Deborahcratic.com!

Tijana Hamilton is an adventure traveler, a mother, a wife and a civil engineer who has helped to plan freeways and transportation projects all over Southern California. In this episode, she tells Deborah how a nomadic childhood in the former Yugoslavia, Zambia and South Africa led to studying engineering in Utah and her successful career in transportation.

Be sure to follow along on IG @Deborahcratic and visit Deborahcratic.com!

In this episode, Deborah sits down with entrepreneur David Vanderveen. David grew up surfing giant swells on the Great Lakes and has ridden his own wave ever since. He describes his unique life journey to Deborah and our listeners: from his childhood in a conservative, religious Dutch-American community to a varied professional career that has included political PR, biotechnology, software development, and worldwide success with health and energy drinks.

Be sure to follow along on IG @Deborahcratic and visit Deborahcratic.com!

This week we are flipping the mics! "Deborahcratic" host Deborah Drucker shares her remarkable life story, from her humble beginnings and colorful childhood to her career as a sales superstar with the house of Gucci, a fashion designer, a big mouth activist, and wife to legendary upright bassist Lee Rocker. Join us as we get up close and personal with the Deborah behind "Deborahcratic."

Be sure to follow along on IG @Deborahcratic and visit Deborahcratic.com!

George's Esquivel's life story could be a movie -- except no one would believe it. Born into hardship, with a drug dealer dad who later went to jail for murder, George found solace in his two passions: fashion and the dynamic Orange County, California music scene of the 90s. In this episode of Deborahcratic, George sits down with Deborah to describe his amazing path to success, from making shoes for bands like No Doubt, X and Pearl Jam, to a mentorship by Vogue uber-editor Anna Wintour, to collaborations with Tommy Hilfiger and others. "How can I not believe in God," George tells Deborah. "Angels are looking out for me."

Be sure to follow along on IG @Deborahcratic and visit Deborahcratic.com!

Lisette Elhayani is an interactive event creator whose bold and original explorations celebrate major brands. To kick off Season 3, she sits down with Deborah to talk about her career path, from synagogue catering manager ("I couldn't do another wedding or bris or bar mitzvah") to innovative designer and co-founder of her own women-run firm. Find out why Lisette gave herself a home basketball court as a gift from her 12 year old self, what it was like to come out in an orthodox Jewish family, and how she saved her business during the pandemic. All this and more, in this episode of Deborahcratic.

Be sure to follow along on IG @Deborahcratic and visit Deborahcratic.com!

Kelle Huston is a clean water advocate, COO of Nyjah Huston, Inc. and all-around optimist. In this episode, she sits down with Deborah to tell her incredible story of perseverance; how she escaped her husband's control; gaining custody of their 5 children; and how she remains a lover of life, despite the tremendous hardships she's endured.

Be sure to follow along on IG @Deborahcratic and visit Deborahcratic.com!