

Superwomen with Rebecca Minkoff
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What are the secrets behind some of the most successful women in the world? Each week designer Rebecca Minkoff talks to women from all walks of life, from CEOs to artists, and shows us what life is like without the pretty filters in order to help you navigate what it means to be vulnerable, how loss can make you stronger, and other ways to make your inner superwoman shine. Join us in being Superwomen, together!
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Aug 29, 2023 • 47min
Breaking the Mold: The Quest to End Period Poverty with Karla Welch, Fashion Stylist and CEO & Co-Founder of The Period Company
“Oh my god, that’s my purpose in life, is to change the way the world periods.” This was a lightbulb moment for Karla Welch, CEO & Co-Founder of The Period Company.
Famously known for being a celebrity fashion stylist, Karla isn’t one who shies away from breaking the mold. As a social justice advocate, Karla has used her social media platform to raise awareness about social issues. Her brand x Karla also raises money for social causes through collaborations.
So when her child got their first period at ten years old, Karla immediately rethought how we period. As a stylist and creator of her own line of t-shirts, Karla knew that she had to make period underwear. With that, The Period Company was born. The Period Company is dedicated to the quest of ending period poverty for all.
Thanks for listening! Don't forget to order Rebecca's new book, Fearless: The New Rules for Unlocking Creativity, Courage, and Success.
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Guest Website:
period.co
Social Media:
@theperiodcompany
@karlawelchstylist
Big Ideas:
Debunking the myth of overnight success
Getting “siloed” as a woman in the creative industry
Raising awareness around periods and period poverty
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Aug 22, 2023 • 31min
The Value of Being Shamelessly Yourself: An Encore with Jennifer DaSilva
It’s not often that the word, “vulnerability”, is listed as a desired trait in a potential employee, but Jennifer DaSilva, president of WPP creative agency Berlin Cameron, thinks it makes for a much better workplace. “One of my firm beliefs is that you need to be shamelessly you, and whether you’re at work or at home or with dinner with your girlfriends, you should bring your full self to the table and allow yourself to be you.” That includes having room to make mistakes. Jennifer firmly believes that greater strides will be made when there is not a pressure for perfection, but an allowance to try, stumble, and grow.
Jennifer and Rebecca go way back. Theirs is a relationship based on mutual support and collaboration, another value upon which Jennifer places great importance. “We’re better together,” is a phrase they are both fond of.
In the business world these are radical notions – prioritizing collaboration over the limelight, vulnerability over stoicism. Jennifer is at the forefront of this movement, ushering in a new type of work environment, and even greater than that, a new definition of success.
Thanks for listening! Don't forget to order Rebecca's new book, Fearless: The New Rules for Unlocking Creativity, Courage, and Success.
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Aug 15, 2023 • 30min
Reconstructing Your Life: The Journey from Head to Heart with Ani Hadjinian, Brand Builder, Thought Leader, & Beauty Enthusiast
Do you ever get that feeling that something is missing? For Ani Hadjinian, brand builder, thought leader, beauty enthusiast, and founder of Pure Heart Labs, that moment came when she realized she had been living her life on autopilot.
As Ani approached 40, she began to have an epiphany. After over a decade of passionately pursuing her career in beauty and doing the things she thought she should be doing, Ani realized she had been living in her head. She had methodically pursued her professional life working for big-name brands such as Estée Lauder Companies, Bobby Brown Cosmetics, Ever Skincare, and Augustinus Bader. But something was still missing.
Ani immediately began doing the inner work and completely deconstructing her life, leading her on the long journey from head to heart. To keep up with Ani’s heartfelt journey, check out her Substack, The Heartbeat.
Thanks for listening! Don't forget to order Rebecca's new book, Fearless: The New Rules for Unlocking Creativity, Courage, and Success.
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Guest Website:
Pureheartlabs.com
theheartbeatbyani.substack.com
Social Media:
@anihadjinian
@pureheartlabs
Big Ideas:
How to maximize your luck professionally
The methodical recipe for professional success
Having the courage to follow your heart when something feels off
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Aug 8, 2023 • 34min
Eternally Optimistic: Adventures in Serial Entrepreneurship with Divya Gugnani, CEO and Co-Founder of Wander Beauty [video]
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Have you been bitten by the start-up bug? Wander Beauty's CEO and Co-Founder, Divya Gugnani, certainly was. When it comes to starting companies, Divya's infectious enthusiasm is hard not to catch.
What started as an accidental venture into entrepreneurship, turned into five companies, two of which Divya runs today. While Divya originally worked in finance, she quickly discovered she was addicted to starting up businesses after the formation of her first company. As an investor and entrepreneur with more than 20 years of experience, Divya attributes her success to her eternal optimism and penchant for risk-taking.
So what’s next for Divya? She is currently in “growth mode.” In addition to expanding Wander Beauty, Divya is also working on 5 Sens, a fine fragrance company aimed at creating a sensory experience through fragrance.
Thanks for listening! Don't forget to order Rebecca's new book, Fearless: The New Rules for Unlocking Creativity, Courage, and Success.
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Social Media:
Instagram: @dgugnani
Tiktok: @dgugnani
@wander_beauty
@5sensco
Big Ideas:
Learning to be curious and ask questions as an entrepreneur.
Knowing when to pivot and move on from a company.
Learning to navigate the discomfort of constant change that comes with being an entrepreneur.
Keys to productivity in business and at home
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Aug 8, 2023 • 35min
Eternally Optimistic: Adventures in Serial Entrepreneurship with Divya Gugnani, CEO and Co-Founder of Wander Beauty
Have you been bitten by the start-up bug? Wander Beauty's CEO and Co-Founder, Divya Gugnani, certainly was. When it comes to starting companies, Divya's infectious enthusiasm is hard not to catch.
What started as an accidental venture into entrepreneurship, turned into five companies, two of which Divya runs today. While Divya originally worked in finance, she quickly discovered she was addicted to starting up businesses after the formation of her first company. As an investor and entrepreneur with more than 20 years of experience, Divya attributes her success to her eternal optimism and penchant for risk-taking.
So what’s next for Divya? She is currently in “growth mode.” In addition to expanding Wander Beauty, Divya is also working on 5 Sens, a fine fragrance company aimed at creating a sensory experience through fragrance.
Thanks for listening! Don't forget to order Rebecca's new book, Fearless: The New Rules for Unlocking Creativity, Courage, and Success.
Follow Superwomen on Instagram.
Social Media:
Instagram: @dgugnani
Tiktok: @dgugnani
@wander_beauty
@5sensco
Big Ideas:
Learning to be curious and ask questions as an entrepreneur.
Knowing when to pivot and move on from a company.
Learning to navigate the discomfort of constant change that comes with being an entrepreneur.
Keys to productivity in business and at home
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Aug 2, 2023 • 45min
Playing Outside of the Box: Jennifer Fisher of Jennifer Fisher Jewelry [video]
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Known as the "Queen of Hoops" by the New York Times, Jennifer Fisher knows a thing or two about jewelry. In addition to being adored by celebrities and stylists, Jennifer's fine and fashion jewelry has become a staple in jewelry lovers' wardrobes worldwide.
After getting pregnant with her son in 2005, Jennifer couldn't find a piece that suited her unique style, so she decided to create her own. 18 years later, Jennifer is not only a brand, but she has redefined who she is completely. Despite many challenges, she naturally evolved into a lifestyle brand with salts, fragrances, and merchandise. Plus she is currently working on a cookbook detailing what she has learned about living with Hashimotos!
Thanks for listening! Don't forget to order Rebecca's new book, Fearless: The New Rules for Unlocking Creativity, Courage, and Success.Follow Superwomen on Instagram.
Guest Website:
jenniferfisherjewelry.com
Social Media:
@jenniferfisherjewelry
@jenniferfisherkitchen
@jenniferfisherbeverlyhills
@jenniferfishernewyork
Big Ideas:
-Learning to course correct when you hear “no’s” and trusting the direction that you are being guided
-Learning to not put yourself into a box even when others are putting you into a box
-How to stay relevant as a brand
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Aug 1, 2023 • 42min
It’s Never Too Late to Make a Change: Overcoming Darkness with Actress and Activist Marisol Nichols
** Content Warning: This episode contains discussions of childhood sexual abuse, sexual assault, and human trafficking. If you are sensitive to these topics, you may want to skip this episode.**
Actress and activist Marisol Nichols is no stranger to the darker side of life. She also knows that one choice can forever change the course of your life.
During this tell-all episode, Marisol Nichols details her dark past which eventually prompted her to audition for her first play at 19. This small choice propelled Marisol's acting career, leading to her roles on 24 and Riverdale.
In 2012, Marisol learned about the horrific realities of human trafficking. Unable to sleep, Marisol decided she had to do something. This led to the formation of her non-profit, Slavery Free World. Additionally, Marisol uses her acting skills and knowledge of human trafficking to go undercover to catch those who prey on children.
To learn more about how you can help save a child and to make a donation, please visit Slavery Free World’s donation page.
Thanks for listening! Don't forget to order Rebecca's new book, Fearless: The New Rules for Unlocking Creativity, Courage, and Success.
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Guest Website:
Marisolnichols.com
slaveryfreeworld.org
Social Media:
@marisolnichols
@slaveryfreeworld
Links:
Marisol Nichols Podcast
Donate to a Slavery Free World
National Sexual Assault Hotline
National Human Trafficking Hotline
Big Ideas:
Navigating the ups and downs of an acting career
How one decision can change the course of your life
The realities of human trafficking and how you can help
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Jul 25, 2023 • 47min
Playing Outside of the Box: Jennifer Fisher of Jennifer Fisher Jewelry
This episode is brought to you by Magnum Ice Cream. Follow @magnumicecream on Instagram and Twitter and @magnumicecreamUS on Facebook. Find Magnum ice cream at retailers nationwide and at magnumicecream.com.
Known as the "Queen of Hoops" by the New York Times, Jennifer Fisher knows a thing or two about jewelry. In addition to being adored by celebrities and stylists, Jennifer's fine and fashion jewelry has become a staple in jewelry lovers' wardrobes worldwide.
After getting pregnant with her son in 2005, Jennifer couldn't find a piece that suited her unique style, so she decided to create her own. 18 years later, Jennifer is not only a brand, but she has redefined who she is completely. Despite many challenges, she naturally evolved into a lifestyle brand with salts, fragrances, and merchandise. Plus she is currently working on a cookbook detailing what she has learned about living with Hashimotos!
Thanks for listening! Don't forget to order Rebecca's new book, Fearless: The New Rules for Unlocking Creativity, Courage, and Success.
Follow Superwomen on Instagram.
Guest Website:
jenniferfisherjewelry.com
Social Media:
@jenniferfisherjewelry
@jenniferfisherkitchen
@jenniferfisherbeverlyhills
@jenniferfishernewyork
Big Ideas:
-Learning to course correct when you hear “no’s” and trusting the direction that you are being guided
-Learning to not put yourself into a box even when others are putting you into a box
-How to stay relevant as a brand
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Jul 18, 2023 • 33min
Creativity with Jessica Alba
In this episode, the one and only, Jessica Alba, chats with Rebecca Minkoff about how she stays creative and continues to move the needle in every industry she touches.
Thanks for listening! Don't forget to order Rebecca's new book, Fearless: The New Rules for Unlocking Creativity, Courage, and Success.
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Jul 11, 2023 • 37min
Fail Every Day: Encore with Daniella Pierson of The Newsette
Daniella Pierson is an inspiration, but the 25-year-old founder and CEO of one of the fastest growing media platforms did not always feel like the confident boss she is today. Possibly the next (better) Zuckerberg, Daniella founded The Newsette while still in college at Boston University. She’ll be the first to tell you that she didn’t necessarily love academics, and also that it took time and effort to cultivate the self-assuredness she radiates today.
At BU, Daniella started listening to entrepreneurial podcasts like Superwomen (!) in order to create a daily email newsletter that recaps topics relevant to female professionals. She strives to make every edition a treat, with the purpose of “making women feel like they can kick ass every single day.” 7x-ing their revenue during Covid, Daniella is fast on track for her goal to build the world’s biggest female empowerment company. With the courage to fail a little bit every single day, she is learning from past mistakes and building confidence as a rare gem of a female founder in the male-dominated world of media.
Thanks for listening! Don't forget to order Rebecca's new book, Fearless: The New Rules for Unlocking Creativity, Courage, and Success.
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Social Media
@the_newsette
Big Ideas
The value in a “lean, mean team.”
Using podcasts as a tool for learning new skill sets.
Check out the Why Are We Shouting? Podcast here.
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