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  • EP 128 Andrea Giancontieri

    EP 128 Andrea Giancontieri
    2025/08/21
    In this episode of Meeting You Where You’re At, host Richard Juknavorian sits down with Andrea Giancontieri (pronounced Jahn-con-TYEH-ree), a digital marketer, advocate, and entrepreneur who turned her personal journey through menopause into a powerful movement. Andrea shares her candid and often humorous story of navigating misdiagnoses, dismissive doctors, and finally finding her voice as an advocate. From co-founding The Whiny-Guiny to testifying at the Massachusetts State House in support of menopause awareness legislation, Andrea is leading the charge to break the silence and stigma surrounding menopause. ✨ In this conversation, Andrea and Richard discuss: Why menopause is still so stigmatized in 2025 How personal experience can spark advocacy and entrepreneurship Andrea’s journey from media buyer to co-founder of The Whiny-Guiny What needs to change in medicine and society to better support women 🎧 Whether you’re experiencing menopause, supporting a loved one, or passionate about women’s health advocacy, Andrea’s story will leave you inspired, informed, and empowered. 🔔 Don’t forget to subscribe to the channel for more inspiring conversations with women leaders and innovators. 🔗 Visit: https://thewhinygynie.com/ 🔗 Follow: https://www.instagram.com/the_whiny_gynie/
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    35 分
  • EP 127 Jasianna Ortiz

    EP 127 Jasianna Ortiz
    2025/08/17
    In this episode of Meeting You Where You’re At, Richard sits down in person with Jasianna Ortiz, founder of Apothecary Braids and the creative force behind Braided by Jasy. What started as a side hustle during the pandemic has grown into a thriving business rooted in artistry, culture, and community. Jasianna shares her journey from teaching herself how to braid as a child, to navigating the challenges of being a solopreneur, to graduating from the EforAll accelerator program and winning multiple awards. Together, we explore: How Jasianna built her business from her dining room table to a professional studio. The importance of protective styles and hair health in her work. The role of mentorship, community, and wellness in sustaining entrepreneurship. Her advice for anyone afraid to take that first step toward starting their own venture. Follow and connect with Jasianna here: 📸 Instagram (Braided by Jasy): https://www.instagram.com/braidedbyjasy/ 📸 Instagram (Apothecary Braids): https://www.instagram.com/apothecarybraids/ 🌐 Linktree: https://linktr.ee/braidedbyjasy Tune in for an inspiring conversation that celebrates resilience, creativity, and the power of following your passion.
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    38 分
  • EP 125 Analisse Desrochers

    EP 125 Analisse Desrochers
    2025/08/13
    There’s More to Life: Empowering Women Through Financial Confidence with Analisse Desrochers In this inspiring episode of Meeting You Where You're At, host Richard Juknavorian sits down with Analisse Desrochers, a financial advisor at Wise Financial, who is redefining what it means to be empowered through financial literacy. After a successful career in logistics, Analisse made a bold pivot into financial services—driven by a deeply personal loss and a desire to help others avoid the same burdens she faced. Now, she’s on a mission to make financial planning approachable, especially for women and small business owners. Analisse shares how she uses education-first strategies to help her clients build personalized financial plans, the common misconceptions around wealth and insurance, and why she believes women supporting women is key to long-term success. From debunking financial myths to building a new all-women networking group, Analisse brings honesty, vulnerability, and actionable wisdom to the conversation. 💬 Topics Covered: Making a career pivot with purpose The emotional toll of poor estate planning Empowering women through financial education Common financial mistakes and how to avoid them Building community and confidence in a male-dominated industry Why you don’t need to be rich to talk to a financial advisor 📲 Connect with Analisse Instagram: www.instagram.com/analisse.financials/ Website: www.wisefinancial.net/ 🎙️ Don’t forget to like, share, and subscribe for more stories of resilience, reinvention, and the women making it happen. We want to hear from you!
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    41 分
  • EP 126 Shikha Jain

    EP 126 Shikha Jain
    2025/08/10
    From Oncology to Advocacy: Dr. Shikha Jain on Leadership, Women’s Health, and Driving Change In this inspiring episode of Meeting You Where You’re At, host Richard Juknavorian sits down with Dr. Shikha Jain, oncologist, TEDx speaker, and founder of the Women in Medicine Summit and nonprofit. Dr. Jain shares her journey from aspiring pediatrician to finding her true calling in oncology, a field she loves for its human connection as much as its science. She opens up about building trust with patients and families, advocating for women in healthcare, and why she created the Women in Medicine movement to empower and equip leaders across the profession. We also explore her “gender moonshot” vision, the urgent need to prioritize women’s health, and how to navigate the balance — or as she calls it, the blend — of work, life, and purpose. Dr. Jain’s practical advice for aspiring physicians and change agents is both motivating and deeply honest. Topics Covered: Why oncology captured Dr. Jain’s heart and mind The origin and growth of the Women in Medicine Summit The gender moonshot and closing gaps in women’s health Work-life “blending” for dual-physician households How to lead change and build strong alliances Advice for women entering medicine today 📍 Learn more about Dr. Jain: https://shikhajainmd.com/ 📍 Women in Medicine Summit: https://www.womeninmedicinesummit.org/
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    39 分
  • EP 124 Stina Leigh

    EP 124 Stina Leigh
    2025/07/27
    Stina Leigh on Reinvention, Radical Self-Love, and Building an Authentic Life Description: In this powerful episode of Meeting You Where You’re At, we meet the multifaceted Stina Leigh – a global entrepreneur, wellness leader, brand strategist, and unapologetic force of nature. Stina shares her journey of personal transformation, from burnout and breakdown to healing, reinvention, and purpose-driven entrepreneurship. As the founder of three businesses – Stina Leigh Practice, Productions, and Promotions – she helps people and brands move with authenticity, clarity, and compassion. Whether leading yoga retreats in Costa Rica or strategizing brand turnarounds, Stina's work is rooted in helping others show up as their truest selves. In this candid conversation, we talk about: Breaking free from hustle culture Bridging the gap between business and emotional healing Turning silence into power Redefining success on your own terms This episode is an invitation to slow down, breathe deep, and remember that it’s never too late to start again—with integrity, curiosity, and courage. 🔗 Follow Stina on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamstinalicious/ 🎧 Subscribe for more stories of women reimagining what’s possible #Entrepreneurship #WellnessLeadership #Authenticity #WomenInBusiness #YogaRetreats #MentalHealth #MeetingYouWhereYoureAt
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    48 分
  • EP 123 Karen Sussman Horgan

    EP 123 Karen Sussman Horgan
    2025/07/20
    Designing Better Health with Behavioral Economics | Karen Sussman Horgan | VAL Health Description: In this episode of Meeting You Where You’re At, we sit down with Karen Sussman Horgan, Co-Founder and CEO of VAL Health, to explore how behavioral economics is reshaping the future of healthcare. For over 14 years, Karen has led VAL Health in designing evidence-based “nudges” that help people make better decisions for their health — from increasing cancer screenings and vaccination rates to reducing friction in Medicaid and value-based care programs. Her approach? Make the right action the easy action. Karen shares real-world success stories, explains how behavioral science can bridge the gap between knowing and doing, and offers insights on how small changes in timing, language, and design can create massive improvements in health outcomes. We also talk about: What not to do when offering financial incentives How to scale behaviorally-informed interventions Health equity and culturally sensitive nudges Leading as a woman in a male-dominated field The myth that data alone drives action — and why it doesn’t If you’ve ever wondered how to drive change in healthcare, reduce barriers, or improve public health at scale — this episode is for you. 🎯 “The biggest breakthrough in healthcare isn’t going to be medical — it’s behavioral.” — Karen Sussman Horgan 📍 Learn more: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karen-sussman-horgan/ Website & Newsletter: www.valhealth.com 👇 Like, share, and subscribe to hear more stories of women transforming the way we live, work, and heal. #BehavioralEconomics #HealthEquity #WomenInLeadership #HealthcareInnovation #MeetingYouWhereYoureAt
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    39 分
  • EP 122 Kristiana Kuneva

    EP 122 Kristiana Kuneva
    2025/07/09
    Telling the Story Right: How Narrative Drives Innovation with Kristiana Kuneva of The Recursive In this episode of Meeting You Where You’re At, host Richard Juknavorian sits down with Kristiana Kuneva, Head of Business Development at The Recursive, to explore how storytelling can shape businesses, build ecosystems, and inspire global growth. Kristiana shares her journey from Bulgaria to the frontlines of European innovation media, weaving together her background in diplomacy, human rights, and tech to redefine how stories are told in the startup world. She unpacks the nuances between U.S. and European markets, the importance of internal storytelling for scaling ventures, and how authenticity, sustainability, and values are the true growth levers for today’s entrepreneurs. ✨ Whether you're a startup founder, brand strategist, or changemaker, this episode is packed with insights on how to craft stories that resonate—and endure. 📌 Topics covered: The power of storytelling in tech and entrepreneurship Cultural differences in PR and marketing across the U.S. and Europe The rise of Central & Eastern Europe’s startup ecosystem How The Recursive supports founders through media and strategy Why internal narratives matter just as much as external ones 🔗 Learn more about The Recursive: https://therecursive.com 📍 Follow Kristiana on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristiana-kuneva/ 🎧 Subscribe for more interviews with women who are changing the game: https://meetingyoupodcast.com/ 💬 Leave a comment below with your biggest takeaway from this episode! #KristianaKuneva #TheRecursive #WomenInTech #StartupStorytelling #InnovationLeadership #MeetingYouWhereYoureAt #SocialImpact #AuthenticBranding #CentralEasternEurope #FounderStories
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    38 分
  • EP 121 Samira Francois

    EP 121 Samira Francois
    2025/06/21
    🎙️ New Episode: Building a Circular Student Economy with Samira Francois, Founder of FetchFits In this inspiring episode of Meeting You Where You’re At, host Richard Juknavorian sits down with first-gen Haitian American founder and podcast host Samira Francois to explore her entrepreneurial journey and the mission behind FetchFits—the “Airbnb for college essentials.” From her early days at Boston College to grinding through internships and corporate roles at Goldman Sachs and KPMG, Samira shares how her lived experiences shaped her vision for a more sustainable, affordable, and inclusive student economy. Now leading FetchFits, a peer-to-peer platform that lets students rent dorm room items, outfits, and more, Samira is redefining access and opportunity on campus—powered by student couriers and community. 💡 Topics we cover: The moment Samira almost dropped out to start her first venture (before TikTok existed!) How FetchFits is solving student affordability through reuse and circular commerce The power of networking and sending that bold cold email Launching on campus through strategic sorority partnerships and competitions Her advice to Gen Z entrepreneurs wrestling with fear and self-doubt The real meaning of showing up authentically in a social media age Whether you're a college student, aspiring founder, or lover of good storytelling, this conversation is for you. 📲 Download FetchFits in the App Store or Google Play 🎧 Listen to Samira's podcast: Baddie Besties on Spotify, Apple Podcasts & YouTube 📣 Connect with Samira: @samirasabatinni or @fetchfits.io or Samira Francois on LinkedIn ✨ Like, comment, and share to support women entrepreneurs making a difference. This episode of the Meeting You Where You're Podcast is brought to you by the Women in Medicine Summit 2025. Experience the excitement and motivation of connecting with some of the most inspiring women from across the country and the world. September 18-20, 2025 | The Drake Hotel, Chicago Visit https://www.wimedicine.org/wim-summit to register and find additional information. #WomenInTech #GenZFounders #StudentStartups #CircularEconomy #MeetingYouWhereYoureAt #FetchFits #WomenInMedicine #WIMSummit
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    46 分