Femme Force

What if the hardest chapter of your life became the beginning of your greatest adventure? In this inspiring episode of Femme Force, Rachael sits down with Liz Rivas, founder of Roam Circle, a global community connecting solo female travelers, digital nomads, and expats around the world. After experiencing heartbreak when her fiancé relapsed on their wedding day, Liz made the courageous decision to choose herself, leave behind the life she had planned, and embark on a journey of healing through solo travel. Liz shares how that experience inspired her to build Roam Circle, a platform designed to help women create meaningful friendships and community no matter where they are in the world. Together, they discuss the power of female connection, healing through adventure, leaving corporate life behind, and designing a life aligned with purpose rather than expectations.

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What happens when life forces you to start overm and you decide to become the strongest version of yourself? In this inspiring episode of Femme Force, Rachael sits down with Maree Chubb, a bariatric coach, Aqua Aerobics instructor, ADHD advocate, and woman who completely transformed her life after 40. After spending nearly two decades in the corporate world, a life-changing seizure became the wake-up call that pushed Maree to reevaluate everything. What followed was a remarkable journey that included an ADHD diagnosis at 40, gastric bypass surgery, nearly 100 kilograms of weight loss, over four years of sobriety, and a newfound mission to help others transform their lives. Maree shares the realities behind weight loss surgery, the mental and emotional work required for lasting change, the challenges of addiction transfer, and the power of community and accountability. She also opens up about learning to live authentically, rebuilding confidence, and embracing a future she never imagined possible. This conversation is a powerful reminder that it's never too late to reinvent yourself, reclaim your health, and create a life aligned with your values.

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What happens after the treatments end and everyone expects you to move on?In this powerful episode of Femme Force, Rachael Paskvan sits down with breast cancer survivor and podcast host Amanda Lentz to discuss the realities of life after a cancer diagnosis. Diagnosed with triple-negative breast cancer at just 34 years old, Amanda shares her journey through treatment, remission, motherhood, career challenges, and the emotional complexities that continue long after survival. Together, they explore the unique struggles younger women face when navigating serious health diagnoses, including identity shifts, anxiety, relationships, work disruptions, and the lack of support systems designed for women in their 30s and 40s. Amanda also shares how her experience inspired her to launch a podcast focused on survivorship and helping women feel less alone. This conversation is an honest reminder that surviving is only part of the story, rebuilding your life is another journey entirely.

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In this episode of the Femme Force Podcast, Rachael sits down with Rose Lambert, self-made entrepreneur, matchmaker, and relationship expert, to explore why so many successful women struggle to find meaningful, lasting partnerships. Drawing from years of experience helping high-achieving individuals find love, Rose shares the unique challenges ambitious women face in modern dating and what it really takes to build an aligned relationship. Together, they discuss confidence, self-worth, vulnerability, and the common misconceptions men and women have about love. Rose also shares how spirituality, energy, and personal alignment influence the relationships we attract, and why becoming the right partner is just as important as finding one. From entrepreneurship and immigration to matchmaking and personal growth, Rose's journey is a powerful reminder that love starts from within. This conversation will challenge you to rethink relationships, redefine compatibility, and trust that the right connection begins with self-alignment.

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In this episode of the Femme Force Podcast, Rachael sits down with Jewlz the Budget Nerd to talk about one of the most taboo topics we face: money. After paying off $107,000 in consumer debt, Jewlz turned her personal financial journey into a mission to help others break free from money shame and take control of their financial future. Together, they dive into the realities of debt, the financial mistakes many of us were never taught to avoid, and why conversations about money are still so uncomfortable. Jewlz shares practical advice on credit, budgeting, negotiation, and building financial confidence, while also exploring the emotional side of money, including guilt, comparison, and self-worth. This conversation is an empowering reminder that your financial situation does not define you. No matter where you're starting, financial freedom begins with awareness, education, and the courage to take the first step toward change.

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In this episode of the Femme Force Podcast, Rachael sits down with Lisa Woodruff, founder of Organize 365 and creator of the Household CEO framework, to challenge the way we think about productivity, organization, and the invisible labor women carry every day. Lisa shares how managing her own household and her father's estate led her to develop systems that help women move from overwhelm to intentional living. Together, they explore why household management should be viewed as leadership rather than chores, how women can reclaim their time and energy, and what becomes possible when systems replace chaos. Lisa also shares insights on entrepreneurship, building a successful business from a personal problem, and creating space for bigger goals without sacrificing what matters most. This conversation is a powerful reminder that your home is not a source of endless work—it's a system that, when managed strategically, can support the life you truly want to build.

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In this episode of the Femme Force Podcast, Rachael sits down with Parita Kuttappan to talk about burnout, boundaries, and redefining success, especially for working parents trying to do it all. After 16+ years in corporate finance and HR, Parita shares what led her to pivot into coaching and helping high achievers navigate overwhelm, guilt, and the pressure to constantly perform.

They dive into the reality behind burnout, the cost of people-pleasing, and why “work-life balance” might be the wrong goal altogether. Instead, Parita introduces the concept of alignment, making intentional choices that reflect your values, not just your responsibilities.

This episode is a powerful reminder that success isn’t just about what you achieve, but how you live.

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In this episode of the Femme Force Podcast, Rachael sits down with Ann Mary Shibu to explore the “Kerala Paradox”, a powerful example of how education doesn’t always translate into opportunity. With a 96% female literacy rate but only 30% workforce participation, Ann Mary uses data to highlight the gap between achievement and access. From her journey moving from India to the United States to pursuing a master’s in data science, Ann Mary shares how cultural expectations, wage disparities, and systemic barriers continue to shape women’s careers. This conversation challenges the idea that education alone is enough and highlights the need for action, advocacy, and systems that reward talent, not gender.

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In this episode of the Femme Force Podcast, Rachael sits down with Sigrun Gudjonsdottir to explore the intersection of women, wealth, and the future of AI. From growing up in Iceland, one of the most gender-equal countries in the world, to becoming a CEO and now helping women build businesses, Sigrun shares the experiences that shaped her mission.They dive into the critical gap women face in financial independence and AI adoption, and why this moment is one we can’t afford to ignore. Sigrun breaks down the risks of staying on the sidelines and the massive opportunity available for women willing to step in. This episode is a wake-up call, and a roadmap, for women ready to take control of their future.

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In this episode of the Femme Force Podcast, Rachael sits down with Cynthia Laine Burleson to explore how global impact starts with awareness and turns into action. As a nonprofit leader focused on advancing the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), Cynthia is on a mission to make these global initiatives more accessible, engaging, and actionable for everyone. From organizing international races to mobilize communities, to working with interns and global contributors, Cynthia shares how movement, storytelling, and collaboration can drive real change. They also dive into the urgency of the 2030 goals and what’s at stake if we don’t act. This episode is a powerful reminder that you don’t have to solve everything but you do have a role to play.

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