Today we talk about the woman who gave designers a name in the fashion industry: Coco Chanel, the queen of Parisian fashion.

Before becoming an international icon for elegance, poise, and kindness, Audrey Hepburn lived in and survived the German occupation of the Netherlands in the 1940s. How did her life and the influences around her impact the woman we love and remember and the woman behind the icon that she became?

In Japan, the Geisha practice has enabled young women from Japanese families to live independent and successful lives. They do not typically share their stories, but in 2002, Mineko Iwasaki, one of the most successful Geisha of her day, shared her story about the practice, the graces, and why she chose to leave at the height of her career.

Happy Fourth of July! Today we want to share our thoughts on a recent trip to Pearl Harbor and the impact it had on the world and on us :) A special thank you today from us to all of the men and women who have served, who are serving, and who wish to serve our country.

What do etiquette guru Myka Meier and retired secret service agent Evy Poumpouras have in common? At first glance, it might not seem like much, but we discuss how the same principles that will help you stand out and present yourself well to others will also help you develop a personal confidence to succeed in your day to day life.

You can follow these amazing women on Instagram @mykameier and @evypoumpouras or check out their books Modern Etiquette Made Easy and Becoming Bulletproof.

Aaah! A pirate attack! This week, we discuss the events that led to Grace O'Malley crossing blades with Elizabeth I of England. Well... maybe not blades... but at least handkerchiefs...