Michelle chats with Courtney Stone, co-founder of the Spotlight app, a platform for modern giving and advocacy. Spotlight aims to create a space where people can contribute to causes and feel heard, valued, and engaged.

The two discuss contributing to the greater good, highs and lows of startup life as women entrepreneurs, hidden discrimination in business, and the power of community. They dive into social issues, the challenges of securing funding, the importance of valuing your expertise, and why strong connections are key to success. 

Courtney also shares insights on building a platform that truly listens to its users. Tune in for an important conversation about resilience, collaboration, and breaking down barriers!

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Learn more about the Spotlight app and collaborate with the community: www.spotlight.xyz 

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Michelle chats with longtime friend Chris Kann, owner of CSK marketing and Chris Kann Coaching. Chris is a market research expert, coach, and business leader with endless insights on leadership, marketing, and more!

The question isn’t what Michelle and Chris discuss—it’s what *don’t* they discuss! They explore the power of listening, both in business and in life. Chris shares how truly hearing people can shape better products, stronger brands, and more confident leaders. She and Michelle dive into how feedback impacts business success and the balance between advocacy and self-care. 

Whether you’re a leader, entrepreneur, or someone trying to make sense of the noise, this episode offers fresh perspectives on the value of connection, conversation, and trusting your intuition.

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Learn more about Chris’ business CSK Marketing:cskmarketing.com 

Check out Chris’ coaching company, Chris Kann Coaching: chriskanncoaching.com 

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We’re joined by Nyles Breecher, Lead Game Designer and Product Manager at PerBlue Entertainment. Nyles has a mathematics PhD and a published board game called Word Heist!

Michelle and Nyles discuss what goes into designing games and optimizing user experience. They cover why good UX is critical not just for games, but for any customer experiences with a business: the website, customer service process, and more.

Nyles shares insights on the process of building and publishing games, and why he actually *loves* creating tutorials. Later, they shed light on the dangers of dark patterns. Game on!

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Connect with Nyles on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/nyles-breecher

Check out Nyles’ board game, Word Heist! gamewright.com/product/word-heist 

Learn more about PerBlue Entertainment: perblue.com

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Michelle is joined again by sōsh team member Maggie Golden to talk about how brands can build strong relationships with customers. They also discuss breaking up with bad marketing tactics—things businesses should ditch this year to do better for the customer relationship. 

Customers are like your Valentine's Day dates. You’ve gotta wine them and dine them to pique their interests. But to win their hearts and form long-term relationships, you’ll have to work to form meaningful connections with them. Happy Valentine’s Day!

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It’s all been a LOT lately. Michelle talks about what’s going on in her life and the world, and how she navigates stressful times. She gives tips about how to stay centered when things are chaotic, and shares why it’s crucial to not let outrage take over.  

Michelle’s recommendation: Watch The Social Dilemma on Netflix, and research “shock event” and “tribalism.”

When you’re hurting, take a deep breath. Think before you post. Stop doomscrolling. Fight for your mental health. Strive to do better as a human.

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We’ve said we’d go deep, so here’s a deep ladle episode! Michelle opens up about the realities of being an entrepreneur, a parent—a person—navigating the double black diamond ski slopes of life.

For Michelle this week, that meant facing deadlines, family medical issues, and a podcast to record. She shares a raw and unfiltered look at the pressures of owning a small business.

Michelle reflects on resilience, organization, and the power of simply showing up—even when it gets messy. This is a reminder that life is rarely complication-free, and you’ve gotta keep moving forward. 

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Social media has turned on its head once again, and we’ve barely started 2025. Michelle and sōsh team member Maggie Golden talk about what happened with the short-lived TikTok ban, the recent Instagram grid update, and more. 

They also dive into discussing the dangers of social media and how it’s important to understand how we interact with it and what that means. 

Michelle and Maggie tackle other questions like, “Do social issues, politics, and religion have a place in business?” Stay tuned for predictions about social media and marketing needs this year!

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Life is full of disruptors: holidays, family emergencies, anxiety. How do we reset and get back on track with our routines? Or, even establish a routine in the first place?

Michelle explores the importance of healthy routines, and ways to get back to routines when we get derailed. Work to find your rhythm and routine—it’s worth it! Find what matters most to you. Work toward it and give yourself grace.

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Let's get digital! Michelle shares tips for keeping your digital accounts safe. Tune in for important advice about password protection, avoiding scams, and maintaining digital privacy.

It’s all about protecting data and peace of mind. What’s your digital resolution this year? We’d love to hear it!

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In the spirit of Social Soup, we’re continuing to keep it real. Michelle gets vulnerable and reflects on something often swept under the rug this time of year: Sometimes, holidays are not joyful. Stresses in life often follow us during the holidays, and can be amplified even more as a result. 

Michelle explores how we can show up when life gets exhausting, the importance of staying connected and honest, and how to find meaning in the mess. She shares tips for getting through tough times and giving yourself grace.

To anyone who feels overwhelmed right now: It’s okay to not have it all together. Give yourself grace. Be messy. Connection does not require perfection. 

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Read Michelle’s book recommendation: “The Let Them Theory” by Mel Robbins

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