In this Episode, I share my observations and conversations during a meeting in a local brewery and what thoughts about faith, beliefs, and revelations they sparked within me. 

The main topic was "Faith." What's the difference between faith and belief? Can one have faith and doubts at the same time? Faith and religion. Faith in the brakes of your car...

Please rate and follow. Thank you from the bottom of my heart. 

So far, I have always scripted all episodes, and then I read my scripts with little improvisations. This one is 100% unscripted. I know that there are people who speak their thoughts into a recorder and then write texts based on those audio recordings. I am a listener of one female podcaster who was born a talker, and I can tell she never scripts anything. I am not like that. I always think quietly and talk in my head, so talking out like this means that I need to rewire my brain. I did edit out longer pauses, and I'd be interested to know which style you prefer: unscripted or scripted, or a mix of both?

In this episode, I continue talking about my observations regarding what keeps people stuck in toxic and painful situations, and what could be an effective solution for some if they could rewire their brains and start thinking and acting differently.

I already have some information up on my new website, SheBecameCEO.com

I also mentioned that you can contact me via [email protected]

Many women in their fifties and beyond are carrying invisible weight—grief, unspoken dreams, financial pressure, and the deep conditioning to serve others before themselves. In this episode, I speak to that reality with compassion and clarity.

You’ll meet (or revisit) three women:

These women aren’t starting from zero—they’re starting from wisdom. What holds them back isn’t just circumstance. It’s also a shame about wanting more. Shame around money. Shame around not having figured it all out sooner.

💡 But here’s the truth: It’s not too late.

This episode weaves together real-life reflections, business insights, and excerpts from thought leaders like Shamina Taylor, Chris Harder, and Jamie Villalovos. I also share pieces of my own story—why I stayed silent, and how I found the courage to build again.

If you’ve been quietly asking, “Could I really build something now?”—this is your sign that yes, you can.

📬 Want to share your story or explore working with me?

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The YouTube video I referenced can be found here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uiMmpDFfcbs

Even though my podcast is new, people have pitched me to be on my podcast as guests. So far, I have said no, even though at this point, I have started thinking about having guests. This podcast is to help my listeners and prospective guests understand the direction in which this podcast is evolving, so that there is less confusion and disappointment. 

In this episode, I will share with my listeners why I declined someone's collaboration offer on an episode. I changed the person's name, thinking it wouldn't be fair to speak about him without giving him the chance to respond. I will also share stories of three women: Ellen, Marta, and Nicole, who represent my ideal audience. They are women who want to transform their lives even though they currently feel stuck. Their names and some of the details have also been changed to respect their privacy. 

Lastly, I extend an invitation to apply to be a guest on my podcast or to recommend someone who has experience that might help women like Ellen, Marta, and Nicole to feel better and move the needle. 

She Became CEO. Of Her Voice. Of Her Money. Of Her Life.

Launched it under a new podcast name; this is a transitional episode. I made this decision for a couple of reasons: first, I no longer wish to push the story of how to remember my name in the front of my message. I no longer want it to be about me, but how, using my experience and skills, I can help other women to pivot from victimhood and become the CEOs of their voice, their money, and their lives. For most of them, it would mean understanding and healing their trauma. Even though my target audience is women in their middle age and beyond, men are very welcome to listen too. 

Since it's a nice number (episode 20), I think it's a perfect time to announce that this is the last episode under the podcast title "Ill Zebra's Transformations." I will continue using this very same channel, but you will see a new podcast name and logo.

In this celebratory episode, I am wrapping up my story, briefly revisiting the story that caused me to start this podcast, and what a profound transformation I have experienced. 

In this episode, I blended biology and psychology. In the biology part, I'm talking about sex hormones and intimacy, or lack thereof. You will hear me sharing somewhat contradictory opinions about the supplementation of iodine in our daily diet, and talking about other supplements. In the psychology part, I reference three highly reputable experts and quote some of their wisdom. 

Do you feel comfortable in your body? Do you know people who don't? Until recent years, this wasn't a widely discussed topic. Then, it became popular, and we saw people who had decided to change their gender coming out of the closet. We learned to be inclusive and were encouraged to indicate the preferred pronouns in our signature line. I have had the privilege to always feel feminine, which matches the gender determined at my birth. I used to think this was the norm, but I am aware of this being a privilege now. This episode about hormones was created with that awareness in mind. 

What if the greens on your plate—or even your superfood smoothie—were silently stirring up inflammation in your body and mind?

In this episode, I continue unpacking my reasons for turning to a strict carnivore diet. We dive into the lesser-known world of oxalates—tiny plant compounds that can do more than just irritate your joints or gut. They can trigger immune overreactions, contribute to prostate and uterine issues, and possibly even disrupt brain health. Yes, we’re talking about potential links to autoimmune conditions, fibroids, neurotoxicity, and maybe even Parkinson’s or dementia.

The science is still unfolding, but the clues are strong—and personal. If you’ve ever struggled with unexplained fatigue, mood shifts, or mystery symptoms that no doctor can explain, this episode might connect some dots.

Curious? Press play.

P.S. In this episode, I referenced Sally Norton and cited a fragment from her website located here: https://sallyknorton.com/ 

In this episode, I talk about our ancestors Homo erectus and Homo sapiens. Homo erectus ate meat and controlled fire. They had bigger brains, but they didn't survive because they didn't care to adapt. Homo sapiens adapted, but their adaptations may have come at a price. We are Homo sapiens, and we continue the trajectory our ancestors started. Can we reassess it and ensure we survive and thrive as individuals and as a species?

In this episode, I referenced:

Dr. Richard J. Johnson, MD https://drrichardjohnson.com/

Science Daily "Laziness Helped Lead to Extinction of Homo Erectus" https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2018/08/180810091542.htm 

Clinical Trials Arena "Japan Will Have the Fastest Growing Prevalent Cases of Alzheimer's" https://www.clinicaltrialsarena.com/comment/japan-will-fastest-growing-prevalent-cases-alzheimers/ 

Daily Times "How the British Royals Relish Their Afternoon Tea" https://dailytimes.com.pk/939078/how-the-british-royals-relish-their-afternoon-tea/ 

The Nature Education Knowledge Project "Evidence for Meat-Eating by Early Humans" https://www.nature.com/scitable/knowledge/library/evidence-for-meat-eating-by-early-humans-103874273/