Real Women's Work Podcast

With one of her degrees in Recreation and Leisure, Roya Dedeaux practices what she teaches. Roya's passion for play guides her writing, teaching, therapy practice and parenting and she is sharing her valuable knowledge and observations with all of us in her soon to be published book "Protecting their Passions." Listen in as Roya talks about her unique childhood as an Unschooler, what her days are like, and how everything is coming together to create a blissfully productive passion filled life!

After spending time in Finance, Jodi Grundig became a mom and wanted something more flexible. She started a successful mom blog. Travel has always been Jodi's passion though, and she followed it. Listen in as award winning Travel Writer and founder of Family Travel Magazine Jodi Grundig shares how she went from Mom Blogger to Travel Writer, how she decides where to travel and what to write about, and what it's like to live the life of a Travel Writer.

An island off the coast of Maine. Ferrying to work. A rhubarb toting Jeep. Pillar of the community. Sounds idyllic, right? While Amanda O'Brien is creating a life she loves it has not all been easy- building a business, and a life never is. Amanda's focus on community, local Farmers and learning is inspiring. Listen in as Amanda talks about starting Eighteen Twenty Wines, the many lessons she has learned, and creating something that is hers.

Communal success was not a term I was familiar with before talking with Jazmine Casado, founder of Casado Creative. Jazmine has created a unique and exciting model that allows businesses to achieve success alongside and with each other. Strengthening community, bettering the skills she already possesses, and designing the life that makes sense for her and her family is Jazmine's focus. Listen is as Jazmine shares her insights from learning to forge her own path!

What if you or your kids only focus on one thing? It can feel stressful- as though we should force our kids or ourselves to try other things. Leah Orleans is a Circus Acrobat, Contortionist, and Co-Founder of Actrobatrix. With the support of her parents, Leah has singularly focused on this her whole life. Now, it's her passion, love, joy, and full time income. Join us as Leah shares what her days are like and how she trains, writes her shows, and manages her thriving business.

Do you or someone you love snore? Have TMJ? ADHD? Thumb Suck? Have back or neck pain? You will be fascinated listening to this episode with Laura Eckhardt, Myofunctional Therapist. This is a special episode. It was the situation I talk about in this episode that led to my long walks listening to podcasts, which led to Real Women's Work. Laura is a compassionate therapist who is excellent at what she does. Treatment with Laura felt like magic to me! Join us for this special episode of Real Women's Work!

It's easy to think people are born with the skills they are good at, but something that looks easy or natural may have taken a lot of work to develop. This is true for Krystal Covington, founder of Women of Denver. As an introvert who has lived with shyness, Krystal now leads events and an organization for hundreds of women. Listen in as Krystal shares her wisdom, experience, and tools for developing those things we wish we were good at!

Whether you are a huge fan of Role Playing Games or barely know what Dungeons and Dragons is, you'll be able to relate to Award Winning Game Developer and Freelance Writer Crystal Mazur as she talks about Impostor Syndrome, her unique writing practice, and her surprise at winning an Ennie! Crystal's observations, honesty, and helpful reminders encourage us all to pick up that creative project we think we are not capable of doing!

Have you ever wondered how paramedics do their work? How do they respond to a call that would send most of us into a puddle of tears? How do they think so quickly on their feet and what is it like to be in the ambulance riding to a call? Are they talking about the latest movie they saw or what they will do when they arrive on scene? How do they know what to do? These questions are answered along with many others as we gain a deeper appreciation for being able to pick up the phone and dial 9-1-1.

Imagine standing atop Mt. Kilimanjaro and being struck by a feeling so big you know it is your life's purpose. It seems like something out of a movie or a made up script but this is the real life story of Jules Brown. Jules is a marathoner, world traveler, and supporter of women who has learned to embrace a profound zest for life. She has embarked on a new venture bringing women The Complete Experience of travel, health, and community. Don't miss this inspiring episode chock full of valuable insight!