Priya David Clemens is a national news journalist, producer, and entrepreneur, and the founder of Keepsake Studios, a company dedicated to capturing and preserving family legacies. In this episode, she and Kara talk about the power of storytelling, the evolution of journalism, and what it means to choose family first while pursuing a demanding career. Priya shares her journey from anchoring at NBC and CBS to creating a business rooted in connection, ancestry, and legacy, and how uncovering our family stories can change how we see ourselves. This is a thoughtful conversation about purpose, identity, and the stories that make us who we are. Whether you’re passionate about storytelling, navigating a career transition, or curious about preserving your own family history, this episode is for you.

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction to The Powerful Ladies

00:22 Meet Priya David Clemens

01:01 Priya's Early Life and Career Beginnings

03:23 The Evolution of Journalism

08:12 Diversity in Journalism

09:54 Priya's Journey with NBC and CBS

16:21 The Importance of Family Stories

19:31 Keepsake Studios: Preserving Family Legacies

30:37 The Value of Family and Friendship

32:38 The Power of Connections

34:24 Leveraging Social Media for Networking

35:47 The Six Degrees of Separation

37:39 Personal Backstory and Influences

41:06 Empowering Women and Building Confidence

42:54 The Importance of Taking Action

48:53 Facing Challenges and Building Resilience

52:39 Celebrating Achievements and Supporting Each Other

56:53 Final Thoughts and How to Connect

The Powerful Ladies podcast, hosted by business coach and strategist Kara Duffy features candid conversations with entrepreneurs, creatives, athletes, chefs, writers, scientists, and more. Every Wednesday, new episodes explore what it means to lead with purpose, create with intention, and define success on your own terms.

Whether you're growing a business, changing careers, or asking bigger questions, these stories remind you: you're not alone, and you're more powerful than you think.

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