WIL Talk (Women in Leadership Talk)

What does it take to transform a personal need into a national franchise? 

In this episode of the Women in Leadership Talk Podcast, Vicki Bradley sits down with Rhea Lana Riner, founder of Rhea Lana’s Children’s Consignment, to explore her journey from stay-at-home mom to CEO of a multi-million dollar business. Rhea shares how she built her company around community, overcame fear, and found balance between entrepreneurship and family life.

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Is the beauty industry finally ready for more honesty? 

On this week’s WIL Talk Podcast, host Vicki Bradley chats with Minou Clark, CEO of RealSelf, about the power of authenticity in marketing, the trends driving aesthetics, and the importance of leading with transparency. From TikTok strategies to redefining success in leadership, Minou proves that being “annoyingly consistent” may just be the secret to growth in business and in life.

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You’ll find two FREE mini-courses designed to elevate your leadership skills and a powerful leadership quiz to help you understand how you show up in the world—personally and professionally. Explore now: www.wilempowered.com, www.wilempowered.com/free-mini-course/ 

What happens when success comes at the cost of your health and identity?

In this episode of the Women in Leadership Talk Podcast, Vicki Bradley sits down with Dr. Benah Parker a social psychologist, cancer survivor, and executive coach and reveals how leaders can navigate burnout, reclaim their values, and embrace conscious leadership. From building resilience to practicing rest, trust, and delegation, this conversation will inspire you to reflect on your own leadership journey and redefine success on your terms.

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You’ll find two FREE mini-courses designed to elevate your leadership skills and a powerful leadership quiz to help you understand how you show up in the world—personally and professionally. Explore now: www.wilempowered.com, www.wilempowered.com/free-mini-course/ 

What would change if every woman could access birth control without barriers?

In this powerful episode of the Women in Leadership Talk podcast, Vicki Bradley speaks with Samantha Miller, Co-Founder & CEO of Cadence OTC, about her groundbreaking work to make the most popular birth control pills available over the counter. Samantha reveals the challenges of navigating FDA red tape, confronting political resistance, and breaking through retail gatekeeping all while advocating for women’s right to control their reproductive health.

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Burnout isn’t just exhaustion, it’s a signal that something deeper isn’t working.

In this episode of the Women in Leadership Talk Podcast, host Vicki Bradley sits down with Meghan French Dunbar, former Conscious Company Media CEO and author of This Isn’t Working. Meghan shares her powerful story of success, panic attacks, and the journey to redefine what thriving really means for women in leadership. Learn how to embrace feminine leadership, create space for well-being, and build a career that sustains, not drains you.

Meghan's book is a powerful guide to overcoming burnout and redefining success. Grab your copy of “This Isn’t Working” here: https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/titles/meghan-french-dunbar/this-isnt-working/9781541704862

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Your gut isn’t just about digestion, it’s the command centre for your hormones, metabolism, and even your mood.

On this episode of the Women in Leadership Talk Podcast, host Vicki Bradley chats with Dr. Lahana Vigliano about how functional medicine uncovers the root causes of chronic issues like inflammation, stress, and hormone imbalance. She shares practical tips on diet, probiotics, and lifestyle shifts that help women reclaim their health from the inside out.

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Are you holding back innovation because you’re afraid to fail?

In this episode of the Women in Leadership Talk Podcast, Vicki Bradley sits down with Helene Cahen, author of Fire Up Innovation, to unpack how leaders can spark creativity in their teams, use failure as fuel, and build cultures that welcome change. Whether you're a founder, executive, or team leader, this conversation will challenge you to think bigger and lead bolder.

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You’ll find two FREE mini-courses designed to elevate your leadership skills and a powerful leadership quiz to help you understand how you show up in the world—personally and professionally. Explore now: www.wilempowered.com, www.wilempowered.com/free-mini-course/ 

Are you tired of surface-level networking that leads nowhere? 

On this episode of the Women in Leadership Talk Podcast, host Vicki Bradley chats with entrepreneur and podcaster Rani Alfers about rethinking the way women build careers and communities. From redefining mentorship to making powerful connections in unexpected places, Rani shares how curiosity, visibility, and authentic relationships have been the key to her personal and professional growth. 

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You’ll find two FREE mini-courses designed to elevate your leadership skills and a powerful leadership quiz to help you understand how you show up in the world—personally and professionally. Explore now: www.wilempowered.com, www.wilempowered.com/free-mini-course/

Are you chasing someone else’s definition of success?

In this empowering episode of the Women in Leadership Talk podcast, host Vicki Bradley sits down with Gina Alexandris, legal career coach and former lawyer to explore the emotional intelligence and courage it takes to pivot your career. From the courtroom to coaching, Gina shares how redefining success, embracing self-care, and celebrating others’ wins can open doors to purpose and fulfillment.

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What if the only thing standing between you and your next chapter… is one bold step?

In this week’s Women in Leadership Talk Podcast, Vicki Bradley is joined by Angela R. Lewis, former pro basketball player and now operations leader at Speaker Hub. 

Angela opens up about the lessons learned from life on the court-teamwork, self-discipline, and resilience and how they shaped her leadership style. From moving to Colombia for a life reset to building her career with intention, Angela shares what it means to lead yourself first, embrace uncertainty, and take aligned action, even when it’s uncomfortable.

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