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When Uzo Aduba was offered the role that made her a household name, she had just decided to quit acting. In this heartfelt and candid conversation, Uzo sits down with Jessica to talk about that pivotal day, how she’s navigated the space between roles, and what continues to guide her as an artist and person.

Now starring as the brilliantly sharp Cordelia Cupp in The Residence on Netflix, Uzo reflects on the creative risks she’s taken, the moments that defined her path, and why asking for help — personally and professionally — has been one of her most powerful tools.

They explore how to stay open to the unexpected, what it means to evolve in your work, and how to find clarity when the next step isn’t clear. This episode is for anyone standing at a crossroads or craving deeper fulfillment in their life and work.

Geri Halliwell, aka Ginger Spice, joins us to talk about reinvention, resilience, and the power of embracing failure. From her Spice Girls days to becoming a bestselling author, Geri shares how she navigated career pivots, faced rejection, and found her creative voice through writing. Plus, we dive into her latest book, Rosie Frost: Ice on Fire and why embracing the "beautiful oops" moments in life might just be the key to success.

What happens when the career you love is suddenly taken away? Former Hollywood casting executive Tess Sanchez knows the feeling all too well. In this candid and inspiring conversation, Tess shares the journey behind her new book, We've Decided to Go in a Different Direction, and how she navigated an unexpected career shift, personal upheavals, and the search for new purpose. If you’ve ever faced a layoff, questioned your identity beyond work, or wondered how to bounce back stronger, this episode is for you. Tune in for raw honesty, humor, and empowering insights on resilience, reinvention, and embracing life’s "painful favors."

What was supposed to be a 10-day trip to Nigeria turned into a life changing journey. In this episode Lola Ogunnaike joins Jessica to discuss one woman's decision to relocate, balancing career, family, and identity in a new country. She shares the challenges and unexpected joy of embracing a fersh start and what t means to redefine home, success, and belonging.

Why do so many women in their 40s, 50s and 60s feel like they're disappearing just as they hit their stride? In this episode, we explore the intersection of gender, age and societal expectations with sociologist and host of the MissPerceived podcast, Leah Ruppanner. From career challenges to caregiving pressure, we unpack why midlife can feel like a perfect storm and how women are navigating the turbulence.

When actress Maddie Corman's life was shattered by her husband's arrest for possessing child pornography, she found herself facing an unimaginable crisis in the public eye. In this raw and intimate conversation, Maddie shares the journey that inspired her one-woman show and film "Accidentally Brave," discussing how she navigated shame, betrayal trauma, and rebuilding her identity. With unexpected humor and profound honesty, Maddie reveals how she transformed her pain into purpose - becoming a writer, coach, and advocate for others experiencing betrayal.

Jessica is joined by Gabby Bernstein- bestselling author, speaker, podcast host and a big reason why this podcast exists (even if she didn't know it at the time!). They dive into what happens when life pulls the rug out from under you- whether it's losing a job, facing unexpected chaos, or feeling completely untethered. Gabby shares her wisdom on embracing change, the power of willingness, and how necessity can sometimes be the push we need to rewrite our story. Plus, the beauty of starting over, the energy we bring to tough moments, and how Gabby's unwavering confidence inspired Jessica to take the leap into podcasting.