In this last episode of the Two Gals and a Mic podcast, we flip the script and my good friend, Donna Andreassi, interviews me. 

This interview brought me to tears - for so many reasons. I am immensely grateful to ALL of the women who shared their insights, wisdom, hearts and souls throughout this journey. And, I'm so appreciative of all of the listeners who tuned in, sent comments, shared and liked the podcast. 

I don't think there are enough THANK YOUs to express my deep gratitude for EVERYONE who participated in and supported this project. It was a remarkable endeavor, and one that taught me so much.

It's often hard to let something that you've worked so hard on go. But, it's necessary to continue to grow. I hope this podcast inspired, informed and ignited you to own and share your story.   

The greatest blessing we can give to the world is to step into our power, own our purpose and inspire others to do the same. 

Be sure to connect with me through the Two Gals and a Boat fly fishing website, LinkedIn or IG, and stay tuned...because I know this is only the beginning.

In this 50th episode of the Two Gals and a Mic podcast, 11-year-old Kennedy Miller joins me to share her insights on what it means to be authentic, enough, and amazing. 

Talking through tough issues like bullying, the challenges of fitting in, and accepting yourself because you are perfectly made, Kennedy shares her unique vision of what it takes to become an amazing woman. 

This conversation reminds us all that wisdom knows no age and even the youngest voices can inspire us to reframe how we see ourselves and our potential. 

In this episode, we sit down with Jennifer Thayer Knight, a writer with a heart for deepening spiritual connection through the power of prayer. After discovering her passion for writing years ago, Jen just published The 30 Day Prayer Journey, a transformative guided experience designed to help readers strengthen their relationship with God and unlock the full potential of their prayers.

We dive into the journey behind the book, exploring the inspiration behind it, and how Jen’s six-year battle with Lyme disease has shaped her creative process and spiritual life. Despite the challenges of illness, Jen’s resilience shines through in her writing and online teachings, as she continues to connect with others and serve God in unique and meaningful ways.

Listen as Jen shares how her personal struggles have influenced her work, how prayer can be a transformative tool for growth, and how her story of perseverance serves as an inspiration for others seeking to deepen their faith and creativity.

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In this episode, I’m joined by Kendyl Hanks, an experienced appellate attorney, shareholder in a global law firm, and co-founder of Lady Lawyer Diaries, an online forum which celebrates women in law.

Kendyl’s remarkable career spans high-stakes business disputes, constitutional test cases, medical malpractice claims, trade secrets, and more. Beyond her legal expertise, Kendyl is a passionate advocate for women and Veterans, and serves on the Board of Trustees for Project Healing Waters Fly Fishing, where she is helping to develop the Women on the Fly program, which supports Women in Service and Women Veterans.

In this engaging episode, we dive into mentorship, balance, authenticity and the importance of community.  

As Kendyl reminds us: “The trick is this...you can be everything you want to be. You just can’t be all of it at the same time.”

In this inspiring episode, I sit down with Lisa Vien, a first-generation American Chinese and Army combat veteran who lives by the Japanese Proverb - “Fall seven times, stand up eight.”

Lisa shares her journey through the challenges of PTSD and domestic violence to a thriving career as an interior designer. Lisa opens up about her intense struggles that once left her homebound, hibernating and isolated, and the resilience she found to move forward with the support of her companion, Enzo the Dog.

Lisa’s story is one of renewal and hope. Through her love for the outdoors and her mission to empower women, she now helps others break free from their own “hibernation” and reclaim their lives.

When asked what message she wants to leave listeners with, Lisa shares these powerful words:

“Remember, you are stronger than you think, than you know, more than you feel. When life knocks you down, get up and show that YOU are in control of your life—no matter how hard it is to look up, how tiring it feels proving your worth, or how lonely you feel. Because you are NOT alone.”

Tune in for a deeply moving episode that reminds us all of our inner strength and resilience.

After years of adversity and deep soul-searching, Tammy Schafran chose to follow her intuition, moving from New York to Maine to rebuild her life in a simpler, more sustainable way.

In this inspiring conversation, Tammy shares how she’s found a profound inner strength, along with an empathetic ability to create and maintain peace, by reconnecting with nature and staying true to herself.

Juggling two careers, Tammy serves actively on the police force while also running Maple Pond Farm, where she raises baby goats and brings the wonders of the natural world to others.

When asked for her Words of Wisdom, Tammy encourages: “Don’t be afraid to step out of your comfort zone and try something that scares you. You just might be surprised at the growth you’ll find on the other side.”

Katie Smith, known as the Queen of the Customer Journey, is a visionary marketer dedicated to transforming chaos and stagnation into strategic success.

In this episode, we chat about her unique journey from outdoor guiding to entrepreneurship as the founder of Wild Path Consulting, where she is now empowering businesses to connect with consumers, promote shared values, and be a force for good in today’s world.

Dedicated to providing the best experience for the customer, Katie crafts tailored marketing strategies that align with company goals, fosters strong teams, and drives sustainable growth.

Starting her career as a classically trained chef and working her way up to become the Executive Sous Chef for the Versace Mansion in South Beach, FL., Karla Gomez, MA, elected to take her life in a different direction and now serves as the Chief Clinical Officer at Aspen Growth Coaching. 

With robust experience in residential treatment, Karla serves clients at every phase of their healing process and is on a mission to create a healthcare approach which considers the whole human beyond the traumas that confine them. By holding space for others to become vulnerable and accountable, Karla believes that this is where true growth takes place and generational trauma ceases. 

As Karla points out in this enlightening conversation, "There are certain thoughts and certain opinions that aren't ours, and we tend to feel very disconnected by them. If we start listening...you can get to a point where you can hear what's truly yours, and what has nothing to do with what you expect out of yourself."

Did you know that sugar is as addictive as cocaine? Mind-blowing!

In this insightful conversation, I'm chatting with holistic health and nurse coach, Tana Steiner, who is combining her extensive background in nursing with functional and lifestyle medicine training to bring a holistic approach to healing.

As a holistic health coach, and a nurse coach, Tana looks at how lifestyle affects health with a focus on the mind, body and spirit connection. 

To learn more about Tana, and her coaching offerings, visit www.tanasteinercoaching.com.

And, you can find Tana's article about nurse coaching on the Montana Nurses Association website.

Hanna Finissi is on a mission to ignite inner wisdom through self-discovery and community connection. On this enlightening episode, we chat about her mission, as a creative healer and coach, to help others live their own version of an ignited life, from the inside out.  

Meditation is the foundational element of her well-being coaching business, SoulTrustIgnite, which - as Hanna reminds us - does not need to "look" any particular way. It is simply a way to connect with your truest essence and a beneficial tool to live the life you desire and deserve.

As Hanna points out in this inspired conversation, "Whatever you dream about is already in your conscious space to create. And it just takes some bold action to get there."