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In this episode, Marlee Kivens shares her inspiring journey as a Pampered Chef consultant, discussing how she overcame physical challenges and gained independence through her work. She emphasizes the importance of networking, community support, and self-advocacy, while also addressing the social perceptions surrounding disabilities. Marlee's story highlights the power of using one's voice and the impact of entrepreneurship on personal growth and confidence.

takeaways

• Networking creates meaningful connections that support personal growth.
• Disabilities can be viewed as superpowers that shape our identities.
• Pampered Chef products have enabled Marlee to gain independence in the kitchen.
• Self-advocacy is crucial for individuals with disabilities.
• Building confidence can come from stepping out of your comfort zone.
• Community support plays a vital role in overcoming challenges.
• Entrepreneurship can provide purpose and direction in life.
• It's important to challenge societal perceptions of disabilities.
• Learning to ask the right questions can empower individuals.
• Embracing change and adapting strategies is key to success.

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On this episode of Casa De Confidence, Julie welcomes disability advocate, author, and accessibility educator Jenna Udenberg, a 2020 Bush Fellow whose mission is improving accessibility where it matters most — in our everyday lives.

Diagnosed with juvenile arthritis at age 7 and a wheelchair user since age 8, Jenna shares her story of resilience, leadership, and activism. We explore what it means to live in a world designed without disability in mind, how the ADA impacts real accessibility, and why inclusion requires more than just checking compliance boxes.

We discuss:

• Self-advocacy from childhood to adulthood
• What businesses miss about true accessibility
• The concept of crip time and spoon theory
• Why disability is not a tragedy — but lack of access is
• Inclusive community design & supporting nonprofits like Above & Beyond With U

Jenna reminds us that disability is part of the human experience — and creating inclusive communities benefits all generations.

A powerful and inspiring conversation you won’t forget.

Jenna's organization, Above & Beyond With U (A&BWU), works intentionally to increase awareness, inclusive practices, accessibility, and belonging for anyone experiencing disability.

At Above & Beyond With U, we provide consulting, training, and resources to businesses and local community programs to increase awareness, inclusion, and accessibility for people with disabilities.

Our goals:

• To create and sustain partnerships with other practitioners, community organizations, and agencies for whole community growth and inclusion.
• Provide c

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What happens when two women working behind the scenes in Hollywood decide they’re done watching perfectly good gourmet meals go in the trash?
They build a movement.

In today’s powerful conversation, I sit down with CNN Everyday Hero nominee Hillary Cohen and her powerhouse co-founder Samantha Liu, the founders of Everyday Action, a Los Angeles–based nonprofit rescuing untouched meals from film and TV sets and redirecting them to communities facing food insecurity.

These two women are the definition of scrappy, heart-driven leadership. Since launching in 2020, they’ve redistributed more than 270,000 meals across LA — all while training drivers, building a volunteer network, and operating their nonprofit like a well-oiled production set.

Together, we talk about the moment that sparked their work, the misconceptions about unhoused individuals, the emotional impact of giving with dignity, and how everyday people (yes, you and me) can be part of the solution.

If you’ve ever wondered how small actions can lead to massive impact, this episode will light you up.

In This Episode You’ll Hear:

• The mome

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In this powerful episode of Casa De Confidence, Julie sits down with author, veteran, and recovery advocate Eva Navarez St. John, whose award-winning memoir, When Tough Cookie Crumbles, tells the true story of friendship, murder, manipulation, addiction, and healing.

Eva shares the story behind her friendship with Janice, how their lives ran in parallel through military service in the 1970s, and the devastating events surrounding Janice’s disappearance and murder. She opens up about falling into the orbit of a sociopath herself, navigating unresolved trauma, struggling with addiction, and what it really takes to rebuild your life when the story you planned is shattered.

This conversation is raw, honest, and deeply compassionate. Together, Julie and Eva explore: how predators isolate and groom, why smart, strong, independent women are not immune, the heavy weight of shame and self-blame, and the freedom that comes from telling

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In this special crossover episode, I’m sharing something close to my heart — Empathy in Action: Expanding Our Capacity to Care — from my new podcast experiment, Brave Moves.

Yes, you heard that right... This is my newest project, and I’m inviting you to come along for the experiment. Brave Moves is my journey of starting, launching, and growing a podcast from scratch, using the same tools, systems, and strategies I teach my clients every day. My goal is to show you behind the scenes what it looks like to take action before you feel “ready.”

In this episode, we’re diving into empathy, what it really means, why it matters, and how it changes the way we lead, love, and show up in the world.

I share a recent experience that made me reflect on how quickly we are to judge others and how assumptions can limit our ability to care. When I saw a post about helping people who lost their SNAP benefits, and the comments that followed, it hit me how much our empathy has to stretch, not just for those who “look” like us, but for those whose stories we don’t fully know.

This episode will remind you that empathy isn’t weakness, it’s a strength. It’s leadership. And it’s the heartbeat of confidence and connection.

You’ll learn:
• Why empathy is a leadership superpower (not a soft skill)
• How assumptions and comparisons shrink our compassion
• Simple, grounded ways to practice empathy every day
• How to take small, brave actions that expand your capacity to care

Empathy doesn’t mean doing everything. It means doing something. It means saying, “I see you, and I care.”

Brave Move:
Do one act of empathy today — donate, list

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In this inspiring episode of Casa De Confidence, host Julie DeLucca-Collins sits down with fellow podcaster, coach, and animal-advocate Julie Marty-Pearson to uncover the truth behind what it really takes to launch and grow a podcast that matters.

You’ll hear how Julie Marty-Pearson turned her love for storytelling and pets into The Story of My Pet Podcast and a thriving coaching business that helps women find their voice, build confidence, and share meaningful stories. Together, the two Julies explore:

• 💬 Why there’s always room for more women’s voices in podcasting
• 🎙 How to start guesting on podcasts strategically (even if you’re brand new)
• 🐾 What pet advocacy taught Julie about purpose and persistence
• 🔥 Why authenticity beats algorithms every time
• 💡 The realistic way to grow your show without burnout
• 🤝 The power of networking, community, and reciprocity

Whether you’re dreaming of starting your own show, looking to become a sought-after podcast guest, or simply craving a reminder that your story matters, this conversation will light a fire in you to start where you are and share your voice with confidence.

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What happens when life changes overnight? When the world literally goes dark?

In this powerful episode, Julie DeLucca-Collins sits down with Laura Bratton, motivational speaker, coach, and author of Harnessing Courage. Diagnosed with a rare retinal disease at nine years old, Laura faced the reality of losing her sight. Over the next decade, she navigated denial, grief, and transformation to rebuild her identity and discover her purpose.

Laura shares how she became the first blind student to graduate from Princeton Theological Seminary, what “grit and gratitude” really mean, and how she helps others embrace change through her company, Ubi Global.

In this episode, you’ll learn:
• How grief and gratitude can coexist in healing
• What real grit looks like in daily practice — one tiny goal at a time
• Why permission to feel is key to growth
• How to move forward when you can’t see the path ahead
• The importance of faith, mindset, and self-advocacy in creating a meaningful life

Laura reminds us that courage isn’t the absence of fear — it’s choosing to move anyway.

Connect with Laura Bratton:
🌐 laurabratton.c

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What if the stories you loved as a kid were quietly rewriting the rules for an entire generation? In this episode, Julie sits down with Rachelle Bergstein, bestselling author of The Genius of Judy: How Judy Blume Rewrote Childhood for All of Us. Together, they unpack how Judy Blume became an accidental feminist icon, why women’s interests are often dismissed as trivial, and how stories can shape culture and confidence for decades.

You’ll hear about:
• The through-line between fashion, femininity, and feminism in Rachelle’s work
• Judy Blume’s bold move from children’s books to the provocative Wifey
• Why book bans are resurging — and why they matter more than ever
• How storytelling becomes activism
• How to write bravely in a divided world

🎧 Plus, Julie and Dan reflect on growing up with Judy Blume, the complexity of women’s voices, and how confidence starts in the stories we tell ourselves.

Connect with Rachelle:
Website: rachellebergstein.com

Substack: Banner Year

Instagram: @wbergstein

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