Penny for your Shots

By Penny Fitzgerald

Welcome to Penny for your Shots, the podcast that uncorks the stories and insights of exceptional female entrepreneurs and leaders. Hosted by Penny Fitzgerald, this show is your front-row seat to e

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April 16, 2026 Your Hormones Aren’t the Problem, They’re Your Power | Dr. Aumatma Simmons
What if your hormones weren’t the problem, but instead were the key to everything?
In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Aumatma Simmons, a naturopathic doctor who’s spent nearly 20 years studying hormones, fertility, and the deeper wisdom of the female body.
We talk about why so many women feel burned out trying to keep up with systems designed for men—and how understanding your natural cycle can change the way you live, work, and make decisions.
This conversation is both validating and eye-opening. If you’ve ever felt “off,” exhausted, or out of sync with your life… your body might not be failing you. It might be trying to guide you.
In this episode:
• Why hormones have been misunderstood (and mislabeled) for years
• The real reason women experience burnout
• What it means to live a “fertile lifestyle”
• How toxins, mindset, and stress impact your body
• Why intuition is deeply connected to your physiology
• The difference between men’s 24-hour cycle and women’s 28-day rhythm
Key Topics:
• Hormonal health for women
• Burnout and energy cycles
• Intuition and body awareness
• Fertility and lifestyle
• Women’s leadership and energy
To connect with Dr. Aumatma:
Website: https://holisticfertilityinstitute.com/hormonal
Instagram: @holisticfertilitydoctor
Wine Camp is laughter, adventure, girlfriend connection—shared over some very good wine and cocktails.

We're heading to Temecula, CA, July 15–18, 2027, for brand-new experiences centered around women, community, connection, and a whole lot of fun.

Registration is limited to the first 40 women. Learn more and save your spot at https://winecamp.info.
Want support growing your business? Book a free Discovery Call with Penny: https://tidycal.com/pennyforyourshots/call
Wine Camp 2027 - Join the list or save your spot:
https://www.pennyforyourshots.com/winecamp
Become an Insider for weekly updates, tips, inspiration, and episode extras:
https://www.pennyforyourshots.com/insider
Love cocktails + community? Join the Sipper Club:
https://www.pennyforyourshots.com/sip
Explore all things Penny: coaching, podcast, events, & more:
https://www.pennyforyourshots.com
Follow Penny on Instagram: @penny4yourshots
Or on Facebook: Penny (Kuhlers) Fitzgerald
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April 09, 2026Bougie on a Budget: Spend Without the Stress | Budget Besties
If the word “budget” makes you want to pour a glass of wine at 9am… stay with me.
This conversation with the Budget Besties is not about restriction. It’s about freedom.
Shana and Vanessa are on a mission to take the shame out of money and replace it with simple, real-life systems that actually work. Because most women aren’t bad with money... they’ve just never been shown how to manage it in a way that fits their life.
And the best part? You don’t have to give up the things you love to make it work.
In this episode:
Why budgeting has such a heavy emotional charge for so many women
The difference between a budget and a system
How to simplify, separate, and automate your money
Real client stories that show what’s actually possible
How to create space for the things that matter most to you
Key Topics:
Money shame and mindset
Simple budgeting systems
Organizing your finances
Spending without guilt
Women and financial empowerment
Resources & Links:
• Budget Besties system: https://budgetbesties.com/penny
Wine Camp is laughter, adventure, girlfriend connection—shared over some very good wine and cocktails.

We're heading to Temecula, CA, July 15–18, 2027, for brand-new experiences centered around women, community, connection, and a whole lot of fun.

Registration is limited to the first 40 women. Learn more and save your spot at https://winecamp.info.
Want support growing your business? Book a free Discovery Call with Penny: https://tidycal.com/pennyforyourshots/call
Wine Camp 2027 - Join the list or save your spot:
https://www.pennyforyourshots.com/winecamp
Become an Insider for weekly updates, tips, inspiration, and episode extras:
https://www.pennyforyourshots.com/insider
Love cocktails + community? Join the Sipper Club:
https://www.pennyforyourshots.com/sip
Explore all things Penny: coaching, podcast, events, & more:
https://www.pennyforyourshots.com
Follow Penny on Instagram: @penny4yourshots
Or on Facebook: Penny (Kuhlers) Fitzgerald
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April 02, 2026Starting Over at 50: Building Freedom with Belinda Sandor
Starting over at 50 can feel overwhelming. Or, it can become the beginning of something extraordinary.
In this episode, Belinda Sandor shares how she rebuilt her life during a major transition: divorce, financial stress, and becoming a single mom... and turned it into a thriving virtual assistant business that now gives her freedom and flexibility at 65.
Her story is a beautiful example of what’s possible when women stop waiting for permission and start creating lives that actually fit.
In this episode, we talk about:
What it really looks like to start over in midlife
How Belinda built a business from home before it was “a thing”
The role mindset plays in moving forward
Why you don’t have to share everything to be visible
Creating income and freedom on your own terms
Key Topics:
Midlife reinvention
Virtual assistant businesses
Women entrepreneurs mindset
Overcoming limiting beliefs
Building a flexible lifestyle
Connect with Belinda:
https://thevaconnection.com
Wine Camp is laughter, adventure, girlfriend connection—shared over some very good wine and cocktails.

We're heading to Temecula, CA, July 15–18, 2027, for brand-new experiences centered around women, community, connection, and a whole lot of fun.

Registration is limited to the first 40 women. Learn more and save your spot at https://winecamp.info.
Want support growing your business? Book a free Discovery Call with Penny: https://tidycal.com/pennyforyourshots/call
Wine Camp 2027 - Join the list or save your spot:
https://www.pennyforyourshots.com/winecamp
Become an Insider for weekly updates, tips, inspiration, and episode extras:
https://www.pennyforyourshots.com/insider
Love cocktails + community? Join the Sipper Club:
https://www.pennyforyourshots.com/sip
Explore all things Penny: coaching, podcast, events, & more:
https://www.pennyforyourshots.com
Follow Penny on Instagram: @penny4yourshots
Or on Facebook: Penny (Kuhlers) Fitzgerald
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March 26, 2026It’s Your Turn: Reinventing Life After 50 with Karen Ansen
What if the moment you’ve been waiting for… is right now?
Karen Ansen joins me for a conversation that will feel very familiar if you’ve ever looked around your life and thought, “Okay… what’s next for me?”
After years of building a career, raising a family, and showing up for everyone else, Karen found herself at a turning point—one that led her to reconnect with herself, redefine her purpose, and create a life and business that truly fit.
This episode is about more than reinvention. It’s about remembering who you are—and giving yourself permission to live like it.
In this episode, Karen shares:
Her journey from government work to law to entrepreneurship
The moment that made her question everything
Why self-worth shows up in how we price and lead
How breathwork and inner work changed her life
What it means to lead and live authentically
Key Topics:
Reinventing life after 50
Midlife identity and purpose
Women and self-worth
Boundaries and people-pleasing
Leadership and emotional intelligence
Building a business that supports your life
Connect with Karen: https://www.ignitehr.com.au/ and https://igniteyourpurpose.au/home
Wine Camp is laughter, adventure, girlfriend connection—shared over some very good wine and cocktails.

We're heading to Temecula, CA, July 15–18, 2027, for brand-new experiences centered around women, community, connection, and a whole lot of fun.

Registration is limited to the first 40 women. Learn more and save your spot at https://winecamp.info.
Want support growing your business? Book a free Discovery Call with Penny: https://tidycal.com/pennyforyourshots/call
Wine Camp 2027 - Join the list or save your spot:
https://www.pennyforyourshots.com/winecamp
Become an Insider for weekly updates, tips, inspiration, and episode extras:
https://www.pennyforyourshots.com/insider
Love cocktails + community? Join the Sipper Club:
https://www.pennyforyourshots.com/sip
Explore all things Penny: coaching, podcast, events, & more:
https://www.pennyforyourshots.com
Follow Penny on Instagram: @penny4yourshots
Or on Facebook: Penny (Kuhlers) Fitzgerald
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March 19, 2026Why the Finger Lakes Is the Next Must-Visit Wine Region with Caley McKnight
If the Finger Lakes isn’t on your travel list yet… it might be after this conversation.
In this episode, I’m joined by Caley McKnight, an enology student at Cornell University who’s immersed in one of the most exciting (and underrated) wine regions in the country. Together, we explore what makes the Finger Lakes so special—and why it’s quickly becoming a must-visit destination for wine lovers.
From cool-climate wines and vineyard life to hidden gems you won’t want to miss, this episode is part wine education, part travel inspiration, and part love letter to discovering something new.
And if you’re joining me for Wine Camp 2026… consider this your preview.
In this episode, you’ll hear:
How Caley went from restaurant life in California to studying winemaking
What makes the Finger Lakes climate ideal for certain wines
Why Riesling, Pinot Noir, and Cabernet Franc shine in this region
The role of science, soil, and sustainability in winemaking
Local recommendations for wineries, cideries, and distilleries
Why this region offers a more relaxed, approachable wine experience
Key Topics:
Finger Lakes wine region overview
Enology and winemaking basics
Cool-climate wines
Women in the wine industry
Wine travel and experiences
Sustainable and biodynamic practices
Want to experience it for yourself? Learn more about Wine Camp at: https://www.pennyforyourshots.com/winecamp
Wine Camp is laughter, adventure, girlfriend connection—shared over some very good wine and cocktails.

We're heading to Temecula, CA, July 15–18, 2027, for brand-new experiences centered around women, community, connection, and a whole lot of fun.

Registration is limited to the first 40 women. Learn more and save your spot at https://winecamp.info.
Want support growing your business? Book a free Discovery Call with Penny: https://tidycal.com/pennyforyourshots/call
Wine Camp 2027 - Join the list or save your spot:
https://www.pennyforyourshots.com/winecamp
Become an Insider for weekly updates, tips, inspiration, and episode extras:
https://www.pennyforyourshots.com/insider
Love cocktails + community? Join the Sipper Club:
https://www.pennyforyourshots.com/sip
Explore all things Penny: coaching, podcast, events, & more:
https://www.pennyforyourshots.com
Follow Penny on Instagram: @penny4yourshots
Or on Facebook: Penny (Kuhlers) Fitzgerald
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March 12, 2026 Grow Your Business by Growing You: Breaking Free from Hidden Patterns with Dr. Shannon South
Sometimes the thing holding your business back isn’t strategy, marketing, or systems.
Sometimes it’s the patterns you didn’t even know were there.
In this episode of Penny for Your Shots: Conversations & Cocktails with Brilliant Women, Penny sits down with trauma-informed therapist, speaker, and author Dr. Shannon South to explore how our past experiences can quietly shape the way we lead, build businesses, and show up in our lives.
Dr. Shannon shares how hidden emotional patterns can influence everything from the risks we take to the opportunities we avoid. When women begin to untangle those patterns, something powerful often happens: as they grow personally, their businesses begin to grow too.
This conversation is a thoughtful reminder that reinvention in midlife isn’t about becoming someone new. It’s about reconnecting with who you’ve been all along.
In this episode, you’ll hear:
• Why personal growth often unlocks business growth
• How hidden patterns can quietly shape entrepreneurial decisions
• The connection between healing, leadership, and reinvention
• Why midlife can be a powerful season for rediscovery
• How untangling old patterns can help women move forward with more freedom
Key topics discussed:
• Midlife reinvention and personal growth
• Women entrepreneurs and mindset
• Hidden behavioral patterns and leadership
• Trauma-informed personal development
• Building a business that reflects who you truly are
Wine Camp is laughter, adventure, girlfriend connection—shared over some very good wine and cocktails.

We're heading to Temecula, CA, July 15–18, 2027, for brand-new experiences centered around women, community, connection, and a whole lot of fun.

Registration is limited to the first 40 women. Learn more and save your spot at https://winecamp.info.
Want support growing your business? Book a free Discovery Call with Penny: https://tidycal.com/pennyforyourshots/call
Wine Camp 2027 - Join the list or save your spot:
https://www.pennyforyourshots.com/winecamp
Become an Insider for weekly updates, tips, inspiration, and episode extras:
https://www.pennyforyourshots.com/insider
Love cocktails + community? Join the Sipper Club:
https://www.pennyforyourshots.com/sip
Explore all things Penny: coaching, podcast, events, & more:
https://www.pennyforyourshots.com
Follow Penny on Instagram: @penny4yourshots
Or on Facebook: Penny (Kuhlers) Fitzgerald
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March 05, 2026 Control-Alt-Delete Self-Doubt: A Real Confidence Reset
What if the voice telling you to play small… isn’t telling the truth?
In this episode, Penny sits down with keynote speaker, author, and confidence coach Simone Knego to talk about the stories women tell themselves—and how those stories shape everything from leadership to self-worth.
Simone shares her REAL Confidence Method and a simple mindset reset that helps interrupt the spiral of self-doubt when it shows up (because it always does).
From redefining leadership around the kitchen table to dropping the word “just,” this conversation is full of honest reflections, laughter, and practical mindset tools women can use right away.
Because confidence isn’t something you’re born with.
It’s something you build.
In this episode:
• Why women often underestimate their leadership
• Simone’s REAL Confidence framework
• Why failure is data—not identity
• The moment her daughter gave her a powerful wake-up call
• How climbing Kilimanjaro changed how she saw herself
Key Topics:
• Confidence and mindset
• Kitchen table leadership
• Women and self-worth
• Rewriting your internal dialogue
• Self-respect and boundaries
• Why self-care isn’t selfish
Simone's Book, Real Confidence: https://realconfidencebook.com/
Learn more and connect with Simone: https://simoneknego.com/
Wine Camp is laughter, adventure, girlfriend connection—shared over some very good wine and cocktails.

We're heading to Temecula, CA, July 15–18, 2027, for brand-new experiences centered around women, community, connection, and a whole lot of fun.

Registration is limited to the first 40 women. Learn more and save your spot at https://winecamp.info.
Want support growing your business? Book a free Discovery Call with Penny: https://tidycal.com/pennyforyourshots/call
Wine Camp 2027 - Join the list or save your spot:
https://www.pennyforyourshots.com/winecamp
Become an Insider for weekly updates, tips, inspiration, and episode extras:
https://www.pennyforyourshots.com/insider
Love cocktails + community? Join the Sipper Club:
https://www.pennyforyourshots.com/sip
Explore all things Penny: coaching, podcast, events, & more:
https://www.pennyforyourshots.com
Follow Penny on Instagram: @penny4yourshots
Or on Facebook: Penny (Kuhlers) Fitzgerald
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February 26, 2026 From Small-Town Bar to Children’s Author at 65
What if the dream you’ve been carrying for decades is still waiting for you?
Susan Lienau is 65 years young. She’s spent over 40 years running a small-town bar in northeast Iowa. She’s helped launch a community museum, serves on the city council, co-owns an Airbnb—and somewhere between raising four boys and welcoming six grandchildren, she finally decided to write the children’s book she’d imagined her entire life.
Not because it was convenient.
Not because she suddenly had “extra time.”
But because she realized… if not now, when?
In this episode, we talk about:
• Why so many women put themselves on the back burner for years
• The Decorah eagle story that inspired her book series
• What happened when 123 people asked for copies
• Navigating criticism while leading in a small town
• Reinventing yourself in your 60s
• The quiet courage it takes to call yourself an “author”
Susan’s story is about more than publishing a book. It’s about reclaiming creativity, trusting your ideas, and showing the next generation what’s possible when you finally say yes to yourself.
If there’s something tugging at you—a class you want to take, a business you want to start, a creative project you’ve been postponing—this conversation is your permission slip.
Because 65 is not too late.
And your dream is not too small.
Find Susan's Ruford Series on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Rufordseries
Buy Ruford Visits the Farm on Amazon: https://a.co/d/01ykayOg
Wine Camp is laughter, adventure, girlfriend connection—shared over some very good wine and cocktails.

We're heading to Temecula, CA, July 15–18, 2027, for brand-new experiences centered around women, community, connection, and a whole lot of fun.

Registration is limited to the first 40 women. Learn more and save your spot at https://winecamp.info.
Want support growing your business? Book a free Discovery Call with Penny: https://tidycal.com/pennyforyourshots/call
Wine Camp 2027 - Join the list or save your spot:
https://www.pennyforyourshots.com/winecamp
Become an Insider for weekly updates, tips, inspiration, and episode extras:
https://www.pennyforyourshots.com/insider
Love cocktails + community? Join the Sipper Club:
https://www.pennyforyourshots.com/sip
Explore all things Penny: coaching, podcast, events, & more:
https://www.pennyforyourshots.com
Follow Penny on Instagram: @penny4yourshots
Or on Facebook: Penny (Kuhlers) Fitzgerald
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February 19, 2026 Time Poverty Is Real: Stop Hiding in Busy
Busy doesn’t mean productive. And exhausted doesn’t mean successful.
In this episode, Peggy Sullivan — former corporate executive turned researcher and speaker — shares what 12 years of data revealed about time poverty, burnout, and the hidden damage of hustle culture.
If you’ve ever felt like there’s never enough time, like your calendar is packed but your goals aren’t moving, this conversation will feel both validating and empowering.
Peggy breaks down:
• What “time poverty” really is
• How chronic busyness damages health and relationships
• The productivity myth that keeps high-achieving women stuck
• Why multitasking actually lowers performance
• How to subtract low-value commitments
• Small micro-steps that rebuild clarity and confidence
We also explore how busyness can become a habit — even an addiction — and how to retrain your brain to choose meaning over mayhem.
This episode is for female entrepreneurs, leaders, and women in midlife reinvention who are ready to stop hiding in busy and start leading with intention.
Because you don’t need a crisis to change. You need clarity.
To learn more about Peggy and her work, visit her website: https://peggysullivanspeaker.com/
Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/peggyasullivan/
Wine Camp is laughter, adventure, girlfriend connection—shared over some very good wine and cocktails.

We're heading to Temecula, CA, July 15–18, 2027, for brand-new experiences centered around women, community, connection, and a whole lot of fun.

Registration is limited to the first 40 women. Learn more and save your spot at https://winecamp.info.
Want support growing your business? Book a free Discovery Call with Penny: https://tidycal.com/pennyforyourshots/call
Wine Camp 2027 - Join the list or save your spot:
https://www.pennyforyourshots.com/winecamp
Become an Insider for weekly updates, tips, inspiration, and episode extras:
https://www.pennyforyourshots.com/insider
Love cocktails + community? Join the Sipper Club:
https://www.pennyforyourshots.com/sip
Explore all things Penny: coaching, podcast, events, & more:
https://www.pennyforyourshots.com
Follow Penny on Instagram: @penny4yourshots
Or on Facebook: Penny (Kuhlers) Fitzgerald
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February 12, 2026Busy, Capable, and Still Stuck? Let’s Talk Confidence
You can be busy, capable, and doing all the “right” things—and still feel stuck.
If you’ve ever wondered why your results don’t match your potential, this episode is for you.
In this conversation, Penny sits down with Nada Lena Nasserdeen, founder of Rise Up For You, international speaker, and author. Nada has worked with Fortune 500 companies and entrepreneurs around the world, helping people build confidence, communicate more effectively, and step into leadership. But what makes her work so powerful is that she’s lived the confidence gaps she now teaches others how to close.
This episode isn’t about fixing yourself—it’s about understanding how confidence actually works, why it doesn’t grow by accident, and how busyness can quietly keep you playing small.
In this episode, we talk about:
Why self-confidence isn’t a personality trait—it’s a skill
How capable women get in their own way without realizing it
The sneaky role busyness plays in avoiding growth
Why boundaries are essential to confidence (not selfish)
How beliefs quietly shape behaviors and results
The importance of surrounding yourself with the right people
Why personal growth requires intention, not motivation
If you’re craving clarity, momentum, and a little permission to stop carrying everything alone, this conversation will feel like a deep exhale.
🔗 Learn more about Nada and her work: https://riseupforyou.com
📲 Follow her on social: @NadaLenaNasserdeen
Wine Camp is laughter, adventure, girlfriend connection—shared over some very good wine and cocktails.

We're heading to Temecula, CA, July 15–18, 2027, for brand-new experiences centered around women, community, connection, and a whole lot of fun.

Registration is limited to the first 40 women. Learn more and save your spot at https://winecamp.info.
Want support growing your business? Book a free Discovery Call with Penny: https://tidycal.com/pennyforyourshots/call
Wine Camp 2027 - Join the list or save your spot:
https://www.pennyforyourshots.com/winecamp
Become an Insider for weekly updates, tips, inspiration, and episode extras:
https://www.pennyforyourshots.com/insider
Love cocktails + community? Join the Sipper Club:
https://www.pennyforyourshots.com/sip
Explore all things Penny: coaching, podcast, events, & more:
https://www.pennyforyourshots.com
Follow Penny on Instagram: @penny4yourshots
Or on Facebook: Penny (Kuhlers) Fitzgerald
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FAQs about Penny for your Shots:

How many episodes does Penny for your Shots have?

The podcast currently has 152 episodes available.