Lady Party

What if backing off is actually the best way to show up? 🙃

In this powerful and honest episode, we're joined by Julie Lythcott-Haims—former Stanford dean, author of How to Raise an Adult, popular⁠ TED Talk⁠er and fierce advocate for raising self-sufficient humans.

Julie shares what she's learned from years of working with high-achieving but emotionally overwhelmed young adults—and why the real secret to raising capable, confident kids is stepping back, not doubling down.

We talk about what overparenting actually looks like, why it’s driven by our anxiety more than their needs, and how to raise kids who know who they are, what they want, and how to go after it. If you're feeling burnt out from trying to do it all for your kids—this one’s your permission slip to stop.

✅ Key Takeaways

• Overparenting often stems from fear—not love or logic.

• Kids develop confidence by doing hard things, not by being protected from them.

• The goal is to raise adults, not perfectly behaved children.

• Giving kids agency helps them become resilient, not anxious.

• Letting go doesn’t mean neglect—it means trusting them to try, fail, and grow.

• Achievement does not equal happiness or success.

• Parents must check their own identity being too tied to their child’s performance.

• It’s okay if your kid’s path looks different than the one you imagined.

• Your love is not measured by your control.

• Success = purpose + agency + emotional health (not grades, trophies, or resumes).

What happens after you stand on the Olympic podium?

In this episode of Lady Party, we're joined by the incredible Lauryn Williams — a four-time Olympian and one of the few people on Earth to medal in both the Summer and Winter Games.

But Lauryn’s real superpower? Reinventing herself after the spotlight.

We talk about what it’s really like to navigate life’s big transitions — from elite sports to entrepreneurship, from financial uncertainty to becoming a trusted planner helping others manage their money with confidence. Lauryn is candid, brilliant, and here to remind you that no season lasts forever — and every new chapter deserves a plan.

Key Takeaways:
💸 You don’t need to be rich to start planning.
🎯 Life after your “big moment” can be just as fulfilling, with the right tools.
💪 Transitions are hard, but they’re also where growth happens.
🌟 Financial literacy = freedom.
🏃‍♀️ You’re never too accomplished (or too late) to make a new plan.

🎧 Listen now for an inspiring convo on resilience, reinvention, and the power of financial literacy.

#LadyPartyPod #LaurynWilliams #OlympianTurnedPlanner #WorthWinning #FinancialLiteracy #LifeAfterSports #WomenWhoLead #ReinventionJourney

Ever dreamed about starting your own thing—but quickly shut it down because... imposter syndrome, family obligations, no college degree or “I’m not that kind of person”?
This episode is your permission slip.

We sat down with Erin Keaty Quick, Founder of the venture backed software company, PairTree , who opens up about building a business without a fancy resume, a business degree, or a trust fund.

From failing out of college to raising over $10M of venture capital, Erin gets real about what it actually takes to start something—and why you don’t have to have it all figured out to begin. We talk adoption (she's lived it personally and professionally), female entrepreneurship (spoiler: only 2% of venture capital goes to women 🤯), and what success really looks like when you’re playing the long game.

Whether you’re already on the startup path or just dreaming quietly about “what if”—this one’s for you.

Key Takeaways:
💥 You don’t need straight A’s to build something meaningful.
👶 The private adoption process is outdated, and Erin’s on a mission to fix it.
💸 Only 2% of venture capital goes to women (yes, really).
🧠 Confidence comes with age and experience—not credentials.
✅ Big leaps are built from small, consistent steps.
💗 Emotional milestones (like impact + purpose) matter just as much as metrics.
📈 Raising money is hard—but possible (and often necessary).
🔥 Building a business is messy, consuming, and deeply worth it.
🎯 Authenticity beats perfection. Every. Time.

Hit play and get inspired to make your move—no matter how big or small it feels right now.
You’ve got this. 💪

What if the pressure to achieve is actually holding our kids back? In this powerful conversation, we sit down with futurist and founder Abby Falik to unpack the radical rethinking education desperately needs—and what she’s building to replace it.

Despite her degrees from Stanford (where she’s now a Visiting Fellow) and Harvard Business School (where she now serves on the Advisory Board),  she also knows: the learning that matters most has little to do with formal schooling.

Having co-created The Flight School, Abby’s work challenges everything we thought we knew about learning, success, and identity. She argues that curiosity, agency, and real-world experience matter more than grades, and that we need to rethink how young people transition into adulthood.

This episode is a must-listen for any parent, educator, or student questioning the current system—and ready to build what comes next.

Key Takeaways:

• The traditional education system is overdue for a radical redesign.

• Curiosity and self-direction are more powerful than external achievement.

• The Flight School reimagines post-high school as a rebellious rite of passage.

• Experiential learning often beats classroom learning.

• Students need space to discover who they are, not just what they can do.

• Mental health and identity formation must be prioritized over test scores.

• Higher education must evolve to remain relevant and accessible.

• Parents can shift focus from grades to growth by honoring their child’s interests.

• We need to ask: What is all this education for?

• A supportive community is essential to any meaningful learning journey.

🎧 Listen now to discover why the learning that matters most rarely happens in a classroom—and how to help the next generation lead with wisdom, courage, and purpose.

Whether you're thriving, catching up, or somewhere in between, this episode is your roadmap to understanding the financial tools every woman should know—no matter your age or income.

In this episode: We break down essential financial strategies by decade—from your 20s to your 50s and beyond—with our first-ever male guest on Lady Party: Certified Financial Planner and Director of Advisory Services at Bear Mountain Capital, Luke Collova. (Fun fact: he’s been our personal financial advisor for years and coaches t-ball with Megan!)

Expect to learn:

• The core financial tools for each decade
• The methods that work for saving for college/529s
• Which retirement vehicle is best for you: 401k vs Roth IRA
• What docs you need in place to protect your wealth & your kiddos (if something happens to you)

Key Takeaways:

• In your 20s: Build habits, open a Roth IRA, and start investing early.

• In your 30s: Get intentional—plan for big life moments, start working with a planner, and leverage employee benefits.

• In your 40s: Maximize earnings, reduce risk, and consider estate planning.

• In your 50s+: Focus on wealth protection, catch-up contributions, and legacy planning.

👀 Bonus: Luke answers rapid-fire Qs—including what he really knows about perimenopause.

If you've ever felt behind or unsure where to start, this one’s for you. Hit play and take the first (or next) step toward financial clarity and confidence.

Money habits form by age 7. Let that sink in. In a world where physical cash is fading and digital spending is the norm, how do you teach kids to see money—let alone manage it?

We're joined by Jennifer Seitz, Certified Financial Education Instructor (CFEI®) and Director of Education at Greenlight (@greenlightcard), the debit card and money app built specifically for families. Jennifer has a deep background in both content and financial education—after 16 years at CNN, she’s now focused on helping families raise financially smart kids from the very start.

We dig into everything from when (and how) to start an allowance, to chore charts that actually work, to the biggest mistakes parents make when it comes to teaching their kids about money.

🎧 In this episode, we cover:

• Why today’s kids struggle to understand the value of money—and how parents can fix it

• At what age to start giving allowance (and whether it should be tied to chores)

• The “right” amount of allowance, based on Greenlight’s national data

• Tools to help kids set savings goals, build budgets, and even start investing

• How to teach spending trade-offs in the age of Roblox, Sephora, and Starbucks

• Why giving and gratitude belong in money conversations from day one

• How the Greenlight app makes managing chores, savings, and spending way easier

• The three most important money conversations to have with your kids this year

💡 Key Stats from Greenlight’s 2024 Report:

• $2 billion managed by Greenlight families

• $259 million saved

• $8 million donated to charity

• 66 million chores completed

• Average allowance: $13.42

• $43 million invested across 1M+ stock trades (yes, kids are doing this!)

📱 Ready to try Greenlight?
Use promo code ladyparty to get your first three months free! Your kiddo’s financial future will thank you.

Neale Godfrey is a legendary voice in financial literacy. With 13 Oprah appearances, 28 books (including New York Times #1 bestsellers), and partnerships with everyone from UNICEF to the White House, she’s spent her career helping women and children take control of their financial futures.

In this powerful conversation, Neale opens up about her latest mission: helping women protect themselves emotionally and financially in the event of a "gray divorce"—a growing trend of couples splitting later in life. Her latest book, Get Off Your Assets: A Woman’s Guide to Avoid Getting Screwed in Your Gray Divorce, is part wake-up call, part survival guide.

Whether you're married, single, or somewhere in between, this episode is packed with the real talk every woman needs about money, mindset, and independence.

🔑 Key Takeaways:

• The #1 financial mistake women make during divorce (spoiler: keeping the house too long).

• Why you must treat divorce like a business transaction—not just an emotional fallout.

• What every woman should do today to protect her financial future.

• How to talk to your partner about money—before it's too late.

• Why “gray divorce” is on the rise, and how to prepare yourself mentally and financially.

• How women of every age can start building true financial security—without shame or fear.

📚 About the Guest:
Neale Godfrey is the Executive in Residence at Columbia Business School, a trailblazer in financial literacy, and author of 28 books on personal finance. She’s worked with world leaders, appeared on Oprah 13 times, and is now on a mission to help women avoid financial ruin in divorce. Her latest book is Get Off Your Assets: A Woman’s Guide to Avoid Getting Screwed in Your Gray Divorce.

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In this episode, we dive deep into the world of GLP-1 medications, a popular class of drugs being used for weight loss. With an increasing number of individuals seeking these medications for satiety and appetite control, the conversation explores the complexities of their use, especially when it comes to people who may not need to lose weight. We discuss the controversy around the use of GLP-1s in individuals who are already thin, the motivations behind using these drugs, and their effectiveness in the broader context of weight management.

Key points include:

• GLP-1 medications help with satiety and reduce overall food intake.

• There’s a controversy around their use among people who don’t need weight loss.

• Understanding BMI and its limitations, especially for those with higher muscle mass, is key in evaluating health.

• Alternative treatments and options for managing cravings and weight loss are explored.

Key Takeaways:

• There’s a need for a nuanced approach to weight loss treatments, taking into account individual health conditions and motivations.

• If GLP-1s aren’t the right fit, there are other options for managing cravings, such as Topamax, Lamera, and fiber supplements.

• Satiation and appetite regulation play a major role in weight management.

• BMI is not always a perfect indicator of health or weight-related concerns.

• Various medications like Metformin, Phentermine, and Contrave offer alternative, often more affordable, options compared to GLP-1s.

Questions you might be googling:

• What are the side effects of GLP-1 medications?

• Why are skinny people using GLP-1s for weight loss?

• How do I calculate my BMI and what does it really mean?

• How can I get GLP-1 medications cheaper?

• What are the alternatives to GLP-1s for managing cravings?

• What are the benefits of using appetite suppressants like Topamax or Phentermine?

• Are GLP-1 medications effective for weight management and health improvement?

• Is it true that weight gain during menopause is more about hormonal changes than calories in/out?

About Our Guest, Colleen Dawkins:In this episode, we’re joined by Colleen Dawkins, a Board-Certified Nurse Practitioner and Registered Dietitian with over 19 years of experience. Colleen specializes in obesity medicine, weight loss, and pre- and post-operative metabolic surgery care. She is a leading voice in breaking down the stigmas and biases surrounding overweight and obesity, regularly contributing to the Obesity Algorithm from the Obesity Medicine Association. Colleen has also appeared on Women’s HeartTalks, a platform supporting women living with or at risk for heart disease. With her extensive experience, she believes in individualized care and empowers women to advocate for their health, emphasizing that GLP medications aren’t for everyone and that progress, not perfection, is the goal.

Links:

• Oprah Interview on Weight Loss

• Liraglutide Description on Mayo Clinic

• GoodRX - Prescription Discount Coupons

Listen to this episode for a deeper understanding of the controversy and complexities surrounding GLP-1 medications and weight management. Whether you're wondering about their effectiveness, potential side effects, or alternatives to consider, Colleen shares her expert insights and guidance.

Ever wondered what naturopathic medicine really is? 🤔 Before listening to this episode, you might have asked yourself:

• How does a Naturopathic Doctor training compare to an MD's training?

• Are naturopathic doctors licensed and regulated?

• When should you see a naturopathic doctors vs. a conventional doctor?

• What are standard naturopathic treatments for anxiety, depression, and perimenopause?

• How do naturopaths approach wellness differently—especially preventative care? And pediatric care?

• Who benefits most from naturopathic care?

• Do naturopaths have prescribing rights?

• What’s the deal with compounded medications, and when do you actually need them?

We’re diving into these questions and so much more with Dr. Leila Turner (@drleilaturner), a licensed naturopathic doctor and expert in women’s health. With over a decade of experience, Dr. Turner specializes in adrenal fatigue, hypothyroidism, menstrual irregularities, PCOS, osteoporosis, and more. Her holistic approach combines nutrition, herbal medicine, homeopathy, and lifestyle changes to help patients achieve optimal health.

✔️ Misconceptions About Naturopathy: It’s not just herbs and supplements—naturopaths are trained as primary care providers.
✔️ Training & Regulation: Naturopaths attend accredited medical schools and must pass licensing exams in regulated states.
✔️ Prescribing Rights: In some states, NDs can prescribe pharmaceuticals just like MDs.
✔️ Mental Health & Perimenopause: NDs use a mix of nutrition, herbal medicine, and bioidentical hormones for treatment.
✔️ Compounding Pharmacies 101: These pharmacies customize medications for patients who need alternatives to mass-produced drugs.
✔️ Herbal Medicine, Nutrition & Homeopathy: How they work alongside conventional medicine, not against it.
✔️ Preventative Care: NDs focus on treating the root cause and optimizing long-term wellness.
✔️ Insurance Coverage: Did you know naturopaths are in-network with insurance plans in Oregon?
✔️ Affordable Care Hack: Student clinics in naturopathic medical schools (Toronto, Portland, Seattle, Phoenix, San Diego) offer treatments at lower costs.

🔗 Dr. Leila Turner’s Medical Center: Living Wellness Medical Center
🔗 Find a Naturopathic Doctor: American Association of Naturopathic Physicians
🔗 Brands & Products We Love:

• doTERRA Fresh Breath Beadlets

• Innate Women’s Multivitamin

• Nature’s Way Probiotics

• Designs for Health Supplements

If you’ve ever been curious about naturopathy, this episode is packed with need-to-know info. Hit play now!

We're diving into what it’s actually like to be a mom who travels for work—and no, it’s not all glamorous airport lounges and fancy hotel rooms.

Our guest, Kiesha Clayton, has built a powerhouse career in corporate communications and sustainability at Amazon. She’s rubbed elbows with Leonardo DiCaprio, John Kerry, and even King Charles—oh, and Matt Damon knows her by name. But at the end of the day, she’s just like the rest of us, trying to balance work, family, and the ever-present mom guilt.

We get into all of it:
💼 How she stays connected to her family while jet-setting for work

✈️ The best (and worst) parts of constant travel

🤯 Mom guilt—how much is societal, and how much is self-inflicted?

👀 The double standards between working moms and dads

👜 The only travel essentials worth packing

Takeaways:📍 There’s no perfect formula for balancing work and family—it’s a constant negotiation.📍 The guilt? It’s real. But sometimes, we’re our own toughest critics.📍 Moms who travel are judged way more than dads. (Shocking, we know.)📍 The right support system makes all the difference.📍 A good black blazer and a killer rewards credit card can change your life.

Links mentioned:

The best clothes for traveling: Splits 59 brandThe best suitcase for travel: Rimowa bagsThe best company to ship breastmilk home: Milkstork

If you’ve ever tried to balance ambition with family, this episode is for you. Tune in, laugh with us, and maybe grab a glass of wine—it’s Lady Party time. 🍷🎉

🎧 Listen now!