Unmuted Moments

Ilona Limonta-Volkova shares the aha moment when she realized she was funny—and how humor, preparation, and storytelling helped her find her voice.

From overcoming shyness to writing for Forbes to hosting her own podcast and thriving in venture capital, she unpacks the power of self-discovery, confidence, and showing up even when you have self-doubt.

She opens up about imposter syndrome, why preparation is key to confidence, and how podcasting unexpectedly strengthened her career.

If you've ever struggled with speaking up, this episode will inspire you to trust your preparation and embrace your voice.Follow Ilona: Money Memories Podcast: https://www.npr.org/podcasts/947650726/money-memories

Website: https://bearandthebull.com/

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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ilonaonthemoney/

In the inaugural episode of Unmuted Moments, host Ehis shares his journey of finding and owning his voice, from the doubts and cultural barriers that once held him back to the key moments that set him free—mentorship that gave him confidence, struggles that forced him to speak up, and the power of embracing authenticity.

For too long, many of us have held back—afraid of being misunderstood, dismissed, or simply unsure if our voice matters. Unmuted Moments is here to change that.From navigating new cultures to overcoming impostor syndrome, Unmuted Moments is about discovering how your voice can shape your career, community, and life👉 Subscribe now and join the conversation. Because the world needs your voice.

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