Wake Up Call (The Reboot)

Wake Up Call (The Reboot)

By Christina PreviteSociety & Culture
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Wake Up Call (The Reboot) episodes

  • 64. #femDR Series: Urogynecologist Betsy Greenleaf DO

    If you think doctors are stuffy, you're going to change your mind when you meet Dr. Betsy Greenleaf DO.  Before we get to that, let's get her credentials out of the way.  Dr. Greenleaf is the first female in the United States to become board certified in Urogynecology. She is a women’s health expert, entrepreneur, inventor, and business leader, who has specialized in female pelvic medicine and reconstructive surgery for over 20 years.  Unlike many other physicians who practice traditional medicine, Dr. Greenleaf takes a holistic body-mind-spirit approach to healing and wellness.

    Included in this conversation:

    • What is a "urogynecologist" anyway?
    • Distinction between the MD vs. DO degree
    • What is "functional" medicine vs. traditional medicine?
    • The limitations of drugs and medication
    • Pelvic mesh: dangers vs. benefits 
    • Your vagina can literally turn inside out!
    • What else happens to your vagina as you age (and what you can do about it)
    • Plastic surgery trends (a.k.a. "rejuvenation) for your vagina
    • The magic of lasers (not just for your face)
    • The truth about hormone replacement 
    • How estrogen got a bad rap (and whether it's still true)
    • How to do a proper Kegel exercise 
    • What is a pelvic physical therapist (and when do you need one)?
    • Nutrition and diet for overall wellness and gut health
    • A few other secrets women should know (and do) for wellness, vaginal health and anti-aging 
    • Gluten-free diets: bullshit or not?

      • I am a huge admirer, supporter, follower and overall fan of Dr. Betsy.  (I've used her myself to restore my gut health and discovered I have a gluten sensitivity).  If you just want to know more about Dr. Greenleaf or potentially work with her, look here:

      Dr. Greenleaf is the CEO of The Pelvic Floor Store, www.pelvicfloorstore.com, an online store dedicated to finding reliable products for pelvic health. She manages a blog at www.drbetsygreenleaf.com, and she is the host of Some Of Your Parts Podcast, www.someofyourparts.libsyn.com, dedicated to women’s wellness and the notion that “ you are greater than the sum of your parts.”

      Podcast: www.someofyourparts.libsyn.com

      Instagram: www.instagram.com/drbetsygreenleaf/

      Website: https://greenleafbewell.com/

      Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dr.betsy.greenleaf

      Twitter: https://twitter.com/DrBGreenleaf

      DON'T FORGET TO FOLLOW ME ON INSTAGRAM: www.Instagram.com/theprev 

      1 hr 18 min
    • 63. #FEMSQUIRE Series: Afshan Ajmiri Giner, Esq.
      Afshan Ajmiri Giner, Esq. is a Partner at the law firm Florio Perrucci, which has offices throughout New Jersey, New York and Pennsylvania.  Afshan practices in the New Providence (New Jersey) office and is a member of the Firm’s Education Practice Group, with a focus on education/school law, labor and employment, and representation of local governments/public entities.
      As the daughter in a South Asian immigrant family, Afshan explains how she deviated from a pre-med orientation to follow her calling as a lawyer.  Afshan shares how her personal family background shaped her, and in particular her grandmother, who strongly encouraged Afshan to pursue higher education.  
      No aspect of Afshan's career was a happy accident. She has carefully cultivated every bold step to build her credentials and support the machine that ensures a quality education for the community.  And she's nowhere near done.  
      In this episode we discuss: 
      Growing up in a South Asian family and the strong influence of her grandmother
      Profound influences her childhood (and community) had on her evolving passion for education
      How the seeds were planted for a path in public service
      Background in various aspects of education law before and after law school
      Her controversial (and bold!) introduction to the legal community 
      What, exactly, does a school lawyer do anyway?  
      Does Afshan see a future career in politics?
      Her experience as a young South Asian female lawyer and how she holds her own
      Some insight on school law issues from various angles 
      Afshan's vision and future goals 
      A short Proust Questionnaire 
      You can find Afshan at Florio Perrucci here: https://www.floriolaw.com/attorney/afshan-t-ajmiri-giner/
      Follow Florio Perrucci on Twitter here: https://twitter.com/FPSCLawFirm
      Follow Florio Perrucci on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/floriolaw/
      Follow Florio Perrucci on Facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/FPSCLawFirm
      And don't forget to follow me and Wake Up Call on social media for more interviews like this one!
      www. Instagram.com/theprev 
      www.Facebook.com/wakeupcallthepodcast
      www.Twitter.com/theprevite 
      If you or someone you know would make a good #FEMSQUIRE on Wake Up Call, you can email me here: [email protected]
      1 hr 8 min
    • 62. "RedLips For Change" Founder Camile Deans

      Camile Deans doesn't just talk about making a better world.  She is putting her money (and her time) where her mouth is.  She founded the non-profit organization RedLips For Change (based in the Bronx) to help vulnerable women in underserved communities focus on health, wellness and personal growth. And it starts with something as simple as making them feel valued, loved and beautiful: Lipstick.  Hence the name, RedLips.  

      Camile tells us all about it, including how she immigrated from Jamaica to New York City on her own quest for personal improvement and found that helping others was her real passion.  

      Included in this conversation: 

      • Immigrating to NYC from Jamaica 
      • The unexpected experience that led her to public service
      • The power of lipstick
      • The "woman" experience and learning to put ourselves first 
      • Camile's vision for RedLips
      • How you can be part of the change 
      • The "RedLips" woman: Who RedLips helps and how you can contribute 

        • Learn more about RedLips here: https://redlipsforchange.org/

        If you would like to donate beauty products or volunteer your services for RedLips women, go to the RedLips website for more information.  

        Find Camile Deans on Twitter here: www.Twitter.com/pulusaldat 

        Follow RedLips on Instagram here: www.Instagram.com/redlipsforchange 

        Follow Christina and Wake Up Call The Podcast here: 

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        1 hr 10 min
      • 61. #FEMSQUIRE Series: Lawyer/Disruptor Susan Guthrie, Esq.

        Susan Guthrie, reformed lawyer turned business coach, escaped death - not once, but twice - at a very young age.   She shares this incredible experience as casually as you or I might order a latte at Starbucks.  It's no surprise she went on to be a successful attorney and law firm owner, and very much ahead of her time started an online law business (way before COVID) and has catapulted her business into a thriving coaching business.  Susan is an innovator and a disruptor - recognizing ways to do business better before the world's circumstances even necessitated it.  This is what has allowed her to be a leader in the field.  

        Included in this conversation:

        • The TWO experiences that brought Susan very close to death.
        • How she overcame the trauma of those experiences - and how it affects her today.
        • The experience of contemplating one's mortality when death seems imminent.
        • Why (and how) she became a lawyer 
        • How she discovered online lawyering was the way to go long before the rest of us.
        • How she transitioned away from the practice of law + litigation.  
        • What she does now to bring home the bacon.
        • How you can get in on that too.  

          • Find out more about Susan Guthrie here: https://divorceinabetterway.com/

          Follow Susan Guthrie on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/susanguthrieesq/

          Follow me on Instagram: www.Instagram.com/theprev

          Watch Wake Up Call Live! on Facebook: www.Facebook.com/wakeupcallthepodcast

          Want to be a guest on Wake Up Call? Let's talk. Email me: [email protected] 



          1 hr 31 min
        • 60. #femDR Series: Gastroenterologist Supriya Rao MD

          Dr. Rao received her undergraduate degree from Massachusetts Institute of Technology after which she graduated from Duke University School of Medicine.  She completed her internship and residency in Internal Medicine from the Hospital at the University of Pennsylvania.  She went on to complete her fellowship in Gastroenterology at Boston Medical Center.  Dr. Rao has board certification in Internal Medicine and Gastroenterology.  She has special clinic interests in gastrointestinal motility as well as nutrition and obesity medicine.

          Included in this episode:

          • Why Dr. Rao went to medical school
          • How she chose her specialty
          • The challenges of being a physician
          • The practice of medicine vs. the business of medicine
          • The most common practices of a GI physician
          • The experience of telling someone they have cancer
          • Whether diet + nutrition can "cure" everything 
          • Dr. Rao's approach towards nutrition
          • What Dr. Rao learned about nutrition in medical school
          • The truth about protein
          • What we really need more of in our diets
          • The TV show that most accurately depicts being a physician
          • What Dr. Rao has learned about humanity through her practice
          • Books that had an impact on Dr. Rao 

            • You can find Dr. Rao on Instagram here: www.Instagram.com/gutsygirlmd 

            Don't miss a #femDR episode!  More to come! Follow me on social media:

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            1 hr 16 min
          • 59. #FEMSQUIRE Series: Lynda Hinkle, Esq.

            Lynda Hinkle might be compared to a cat who has already lived several lives.  Among her other lives is that of teacher,  including teaching at a federal prison, writer, literature academic, and the latest incarnation, of course, is that of divorce lawyer.  Lynda shares generously of her past experiences, including dropping out of law school (the first time), surviving trauma, her passion for literature, and reinventing herself and coming out on top.  Like a cat, she always lands on her feet.  

            Included in this conversation:

            • First career as a teacher
            • The trauma that changed her life
            • Defining moment in her life
            • Her career trajectory (and why she's not suited for politics)
            • The one thing her father wished for her in life
            • Starting her law firm right out of law school
            • The key skill for a lawyer
            • The one ingredient you need to start a law firm
            • Managing a law firm during COVID-19
            • Lynda's management style (including hiring and firing)
            • Lynda's impressive book list
            • Proust Questionnaire 
            • Her plans for the future 

              • You can find Lynda's law firm here: https://www.hinklaw.com/

              You can follow Lynda on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/hinklelaw/

              Find Lynda's book "Breaking Up: Finding and Working with a New Jersey Divorce Lawyer" (Second Edition) here: https://amzn.to/2KFYPqU

              And you can follow me on social media here:

              www.Instagram.com/theprev

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              www.Facebook.com/wakeupcallthepodcast

              If you are interested in the opportunity to appear on Wake Up Call The Podcast, the #FEMSQUIRE Series, email me here: [email protected] 


              1 hr 10 min
            • 58. Future Regrets Podcast Hosts Jessica + Alexis

               Jessica + Alexis are the dynamic duo behind the "Future Regrets" Podcast.  They share their tricks of the trade of podcasting, how (and why) they got started in the podcasting world, the technology that has worked (and didn't work) for them, and what they aspire to do in the future.  If you're thinking of starting your own podcast, or even if you have one now, or if you're just fans of the Future Regrets Podcast, you'll get some good info here.  

              Included in this episode:

              • The story behind the name "Future Regrets"
              • How their first episode was recorded
              • What they've learned about podcasting during their experience 
              • Equipment they use (and don't use anymore)
              • Their experience recording in-person vs. remotely
              • Advertising and marketing the podcast 
              • Podcasting "mistakes" they've made
              • Expanding their reach through Instagram and livestreams
              • Their hopes and dreams for the future
              • How they plan to achieve world peace (ok, not really, but it sounded good, right?)

                • You can find Future Regrets Podcast on Instagram here and get all of their info:

                www.Instagram.com/FutureRegretsPod

                And you can get all the dirt on me here:

                www.Instagram.com/theprev

                www.Instagram.com/wakeupcallthepodcast

                www.Facebook.com/wakeupcallthepodcast

                You can also "watch" this interview on my YouTube channel here: 

                https://youtu.be/jBTJwHidSHY


                1 hr 7 min
              • 57. Team Neagle Superstars: Brandon + Steph Tuss

                I had the opportunity to sit down with Steph Tuss, CEO of the David Neagle machine "Life Is Now, Inc." and Brandon Tuss, Director of Podcasting at Life Is Now.  If you are familiar at all with success coach David Neagle, you have seen (or heard) this husband and wife team.   They are an integral part of the Neagle machine, with Steph running operations and marketing and Brandon the tech wizard behind The Successful Mind Podcast, who can also be heard on almost every episode. It's not a well kept secret that Steph and Brandon were first introduced to David when Steph began coaching with David years ago to help her grow a nutrition coaching business.  It didn't take long for Steph to step into the light and follow her desire to join the Neagle Team.  Brandon followed suit.  Their journey wasn't without its hiccups, like most periods of growth.  Brandon and Steph share how they were first introduced to the world of Neagle and the evolution of their personal growth journeys.

                Included in this conversation:

                • The patterns they grew up with that discouraged growth
                • The reaction from family members to quitting their "safe" jobs and pursuing their desires 
                • Not always being at the same place at the same time in their journeys
                • How their marriage was affected by dramatic individual personal growth 
                • Their individual experiences joining the Neagle team
                • Where Brandon initially experienced setbacks and overcame them
                • Steph's experience finding her purpose
                • The philosophies of the Neagle team that keeps them thriving
                • Common patterns they have seen over the years in David Neagle's clients
                • Some insight to the inner workings of the Neagle machine

                  • Be sure to listen to The Successful Mind Podcast: https://successfulmindpodcast.com/

                  You can also find The Successful Mind Podcast on Apple and wherever else you listen to podcasts.

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                  59 min
                • 56. #FEMSQUIRE Series: Veterans Advocate Kristine Maher, Esq.

                  This episode is just in time for Veterans Day.  As the daughter of a Navy Officer, Kristine Maher is very familiar with the sacrifices members of the military and their families make for their country.    Kristine talks about the challenges of growing up as a "military brat" having to move and change schools often.  Kristine also recognizes the eventual benefits of this experience as an adult and the emotional maturity she developed.  Kristine eventually settled in Cincinnati, Ohio, where her legal career has naturally gravitated towards advocacy for our veterans and their families.   In this episode, we talk about:  

                  • Growing up as a military kid 
                  • The hidden advantage of frequent relocations + military life  
                  • Her dad’s career as an officer in the Navy 
                  • How she developed an interest In being a lawyer 
                  • Her interest and special talents in the arts 
                  • Parallels of art vs. litigation 
                  • Being a woman in the legal profession in Washington DC 
                  • Influences of a special female mentor early in her career  
                  • Still fighting for gender equality in the courtroom 
                  • Women united are a powerful force 
                  • Her evolution as a champion for veterans 
                  • Types of veterans cases she handles 
                  • Destigmatizing mental health treatment for veterans 
                  • Incredible gift a Gold Star Mother gave her 
                  • Why she needed a piano to move to Cincinnati 
                  • Her favorite obsessions 
                  • What’s on her bucket list 
                  • What she has in common with Lady Gaga 
                  • Ends with a Proust Questionnaire 

                    • You can find out more about Kristine Maher, Esq. here: https://graydon.law/staff/kristine-m-maher/ 

                    If you are a #FEMSQUIRE and you want to be featured on the show, email me for a Media Kit: [email protected] 

                    1 hr 19 min
                  • 55. #FEMSQUIRE Series: Immigration + Human Rights Attorney Jessica Smith Bobadilla, Esq.

                    Jessica Smith Bobadilla's track to becoming an immigration and human rights attorney was truly a calling.  As the granddaughter of Armenian immigrants who immigrated to Mexico and eventually landed in California, Jessica is the face of the American dream.  Jessica discussed her family's escape of the Armenian genocide, her young interest in human rights, and her impressive path from grade school defending vulnerable students from bullying, traveling to the East Coast to attend Columbia and working for the UN in Haiti.  Jessica truly understands the plight of immigrants and has a passion for immigration policy and human rights.  Some highlights of our conversation: 

                    • Jessica's early desire to be an advocate for human rights 
                    • Jessica's Armenian ancestry + her family’s immigration history to Mexico 
                    • Jessica's special sensitivity for the immigrant experience 
                    • How egregious human rights violations lead immigrants to trauma 
                    • Significance of last names for immigrants 
                    • Keeping family stories and history alive Infusion of Armenian and Mexican influences in her family 
                    • Representing African refugees in NYC 
                    • The East Coast vs. West Coast experience 
                    • What an immigration really does (it's not filling out forms) 
                    • Immigration trends after 9/11 
                    • The human face of immigration and how it affects us all 
                    • Global vs. domestic immigration trends 
                    • The true nature of immigration policies  
                    • Addressing stereotypes about immigrants  
                    • Immigration policy and practices in the current political climate 
                    • The real impact of Trump's Executive Orders on immigration practice 
                    • Examining our place in history DACA implications  
                    • Obama Administration vs. Trump Administration  
                    • Immigration law vs. politics 
                    • Why it's critical to have an attorney (not a "notary") handle your immigration matter 
                    • Jessica's vision for her law firm and future aspirations  
                    • Is there a future in politics? 

                      • Reach Jessica here:  https://www.attorneyjessica.com/ 

                      Call Jessica's main office: 559-264-2500 

                      Resources: Lean In by Sheryl Sandberg:  https://amzn.to/2GY1Uk4 

                      If you are a female attorney and you are interested in being featured on Wake Up Call the #FEMSQUIRE Series, I would love to hear from you! Email me at [email protected] 

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                      1 hr 6 min

                    About Wake Up Call (The Reboot)

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                    I interview bad ass people about how they got where they are. That includes the most prolific thought leaders, authors, coaches, entrepreneurs, and movers and shakers about their philosophies on business and life. Catch the special #FEMSQUIRE and #femDR Series for interviews of women attorneys and doctors.