In this episode, we're joined by Sarah Utley of Momentm, a fellow coach and DEI professional who discusses the impacts and implications of menopause from both a personal perspective, as well as a workplace and societal point of view. By 2025, projections estimate that 1 billion people will be experiencing menopause and yet understanding and awareness are still lacking. While menopause will be a part of life for nearly half the population, many employers do not take into account ways in which they can support their employees and create an inclusive environment that retains talent at the peak of their careers. We discuss this and more in our episode! To learn more about Sarah's offerings in the realm of DEI and coaching, visit her site at www.momentmpeople.com. 

This week we are joined by Ruth Cooper-Dickson, positive psychology practitioner, trauma-informed coach and Managing Director and founder of Champs: a mental well-being consultancy. Ruth helps us explore the current state of transition facing many organizations as we see an increase in office-based work. We discuss the challenges facing both companies and individuals as they navigate this new territory and one thing can be certain: things will never return to how they used to be. Ruth brings her wealth of knowledge about positive psychology as she discusses the implications of the current transition on mental health. Whether you're a leader in an organization or an individual contributor, we've got some gems for you in this episode. 

This week, we welcome our trusted friend and advisor, Kamilah Cole, to join us in a discussion of intersectionality. We explore the history and evolution of the term, how it shows up in our lives, and how we can be more mindful of intersectionality as we strive toward diversity, equity and inclusion in the workplace. 

In this week's episode we sit down with return guest Alisa Tijerina who switches it up and asks us all of her questions about coaching: what it is, who it's meant for, how to find a coach, and more. If you've ever wondered what exactly coaching entails and whether it's right for you, this is your episode! 

In this week's episode, we explore the topic of productivity and ADHD. We're joined by our guest Miranda Moore, a freelance writer and journalist who shares her experiences on navigating work and life with ADHD, including what she's found that's worked well for her. With our attention spans drawn in multiple directions, many of the challenges faced by those with an ADHD diagnosis are relatable. If you struggle with focus and attention, or if you work with or love a person with ADHD, we expect that this episode may resonate!

This week we are changing pace a bit and exploring the practice of Yin yoga. If you've never heard of Yin, or you're wondering what it is and what it entails, join us for an overview and discussion. We'll explain what Yin is and how it can be integrated into our day-to-day lives to bring more mindfulness, awareness and stillness in the midst of our hectic lives. Experienced Yin instructor, Rhia Robinson joins us to share her insights and expertise and answer some of our questions. You can find out more about Rhia and her teaching at www.rhiarobinsonyoga.com or on her Instagram account @essential_yoga_sutras.

We hear a lot about blockchain, cryptocurrency and NFTs, but what does it all really mean, and what are the implications for us? In this week's episode, we're joined by Karen Scarbrough who gives us an overview of the current state of play for blockchain and cryptocurrency, and what it can mean for us. We discuss some of the implications of decentralization, regulation and environmental impacts. We also dispel the myth of the boys' club and learn more about how we can educate ourselves and take part in this market. 

In this episode, we are joined by Cliffe Killam, Chairman of the Board for the Laredo Chamber of Commerce. Cliffe shares with us his story of how he made Laredo Chamber history in his appointment of women for all ten of his board nominations. He also discusses with us some of the unexpected insights and impact that emerged from that experience. 

In this week's episode, we have a special guest joining us from the McCombs School of Business at the University of Texas in Austin: the esteemed Sandy Leeds. Sandy explores some of the economic impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic and their disproportionate toll on women and historically underserved communities. He also shares ways for us to increase our understanding of market movements financial news. 

We're back for Season 2 of the Two Piers Podcast! This mini-episode discusses what we've been up to and what we have in store for our second season.