The Gloria Barron Prize for Young Heroes recognizes 25 inspiring young leaders who have made a positive impact on people, communities and the environment. After her mother was diagnosed with breast cancer, Jordan Phillips sewed coffee cup warmers to raise funds for Susan G. Komen Foundation, creating Cozys for the Cure. Linens N Love CoFounder Vivian Wang collects gently used linens from hotels to donate to shelters for the homeless and animals, keeping more than 45,000 linens out of landfills. ...
Apr 06, 2022•48 min
Mary Taylor says she "paid her dues" working throughout the wholesale, retail and auction sides of the wine industry before starting her import company, Mary Taylor Wine. Armed with an MBA to fine tune her business acumen and a focused vision for the wines she wanted to spotlight, Taylor scoured Europe to find independent producers from different-often lesser known- regions. Every label on her "White Label" selections tells a story, including geographic origin, typicity, and winemaker's name. Fe...
Mar 28, 2022•52 min
Maureen Downey, DWS, CWE, Founder of Chai Consulting and WineFraud.com, is a rare and fine wine authenticator and global expert on wine counterfeiting. Downey explains how counterfeiting hurts peoples’ livelihoods, is a black mark on businesses, and deprives governments of much-needed tax revenues to support public education, repair roads and bridges, and provide underserved communities. She says: Research your wine seller's reputation. Do your homework. As questions and report suspected fraud. ...
Mar 17, 2022•43 min
Registered Nurse Carmen Davailus spent 40 years in health care, many caring for Alzheimer's patients. She took up photography, initially as a hobby and now as a second career, establishing Carmen's Legacy Productions. Her nonprofit, Doggies for Dementia, offers free photos for families with loved ones with dementia or Alzheimer's. Davailus says the portraits help preserve memories for the families, embrace their unique stories and bring them joy. www.doggiesfor dementia.org Fearless Fabulous You...
Mar 10, 2022•46 min
Get paid fairly for your work and worth. Veteran journalist, photographer and content creator, Kristin Luna, ( www.camelsandchocolate.com ) joins Fearless Fabulous You Host Melanie Young to discuss strategies to help freelancers and independent contractors negotiate better pay rates and contracts. Topics include: how to respond to lowball offers, why reading the fine print under those ‘terms and conditions’ is essential to protect your creative work and pros and cons of accepting free trips. Fea...
Mar 03, 2022•53 min
The day my beloved grandmother, Rose, died suddenly from cardiac arrest changed my life, says Fearless Fabulous You Host Melanie Young. It's important to know your family medical history for cardiovascular disease, cancer and other major illnesses and take preventive measures to reduce your risk for heart disease, starting with a healthy diet, regular exercise, stress management, not smoking and scheduling medical checkups. Learn warning signs for heart attack and stroke you should never ignore....
Feb 23, 2022•35 min
Ever think about ditching corporate life to move to the country and raise chickens? Meet Lisa Steele, a 5th generation farmer who left her career on Wall Street to do just that. From her beautiful farm in Maine, Steele dispenses advice on raising chickens, gardening, coop management and “coop-to-kitchen” cooking on her Fresh Eggs Daily website, shows and blog. She shares her eggs-pertise in The Fresh Eggs Daily Cookbook: Over 100 Fabulous Recipes to Use Eggs in Unexpected Ways. @fresheggsdaily F...
Feb 17, 2022•51 min
Called “the poet laureate of the wok,” Grace Young shares her time-tested expertise on purchasing, seasoning and preparing healthy meals with a wok- an original one-pan wonder! Author of Stir-Frying to the Sky’s Edge, The Breath of a Wok and The Wisdom of the Chinese Kitchen, Young is an advocate for supporting Asian-American businesses, many which are mom and pop-run. Young’s Instagram campaign #LoveAAPI- was created to help Asian-America/Pacific Island businesses and foster love, not hate. Fea...
Feb 09, 2022•53 min
In 2011, Dr. Tiffany Bowen founded Skyler’s Gift Foundation after the loss of her son Skyler to prematurity related causes. The Foundation raises funds to support families in need to cover burial costs and grief counseling. It also supports ongoing research to prevent premature births and deaths and to raise awareness of this very personal issue. www.skylersgift.org . Bowen is proprietor of Harlem Hookah, a popular gathering spot in NYC's historic Harlem. She has an MBA and a PhD in Education. F...
Feb 07, 2022•16 min
"Can I pick your brain?" How many times has someone asked you this? Do you respond "Yes" because you want to help or just to be nice? How do you feel about it? Giving free advice is nice if you want to help someone out, but it's not if you feel being taken advantaged of. Fearless Fabulous You Host Melanie Young addresses different scenarios when someone asks, "Can I pick your brain?" and provides tips on how to respond politely and firmly....and state your rate for being paid for your expertise!...
Jan 27, 2022•52 min
Cervical cancer is preventable and treatable when diagnosed early, but you must be proactive. The most important things you can do to prevent cervical cancer are to get the HPV vaccine if you are eligible and to undergo regular screenings, including Pap Tests and HPV tests. Dr. Mira Hellman-Ostrov, a board- certified obstetrics, gynecology and gynecological oncology specialist at John Theurer Cancer Center, Hackensack, NJ. discusses risk reduction, screenings and why the HPV vaccine matters. Fea...
Jan 20, 2022•51 min
We can all play a role in helping reduce greenhouse gases and our carbon footprint starting with the foods we eat. Certified Plant-Based Nutrition Chef Alejandra Schrader shares tips on cooking ethically, reducing food waste, and using every part of the plant, from carrot tops to plantain peels to avocado pits and papaya seeds. Schrader is author of "The Low Carbon Cookbook," with fabulous info on how we can be more sustainable in the foods we source and consume, plus 140 plant-based recipes. Fe...
Jan 13, 2022•52 min
Fiber is essential to your overall health; yet less than 5% of Americans get the recommended amount of fiber each day. Fiber has many benefits starting with your gut health; lack of fiber can lead to digestive issues and constipation, shares Nichole Dandrea-Russert, MS, RDN, author of “The Fiber Effect.” Fiber is only found in plant-based foods like beans, peas, lentils, fruits, vegetables, nuts and seeds. Learn other benefits from adding more fiber to your diet Book: https://amzn.to/3eO3EKn Fea...
Jan 06, 2022•52 min
Nothing beats a glass of sparkling to brighten any day or meal. Certified Sommelier Marika Vida, a.k.a. The MomSomm, and Fearless Fabulous You Host Melanie Young discuss sparkling wines around the world, including Champagne and Crémant from France, Cava from Spain, Sekt from Germany, Franciacorta from Italy, and selections from the U.S.A. Learn how sparkling wines are made and discover fabulous finds to try from under $20/bottle to splurge-worthy. Follow Marika Vida on Instagram@themommsom. Fear...
Dec 30, 2021•54 min
In November of 2015, Makenna Held fell upon a New York Times article called ‘The House that Julia Built’ thanks to a Smith College Alum forum. That house in Provence was "La Pitchoune," the former vacation home of cooking legend, Julia Child. Thanks to a helping of pluck, a dash of luck, and a few teaspoons of serendipity, Held bought the house, sight-unseen, moved to France, and opened the ‘Courageous Cooking School’, the first recipe-free way to learn French & farm-to-table cuisine. Fearle...
Dec 23, 2021•53 min
What's the secret to building a successful food business from scratch? Charleston, South Carolina's Carrie Morey founded Callie's Hot Little Biscuit in 2005 with the goal of making her mother's made-by-hand buttery biscuits accessible across the country. Callie’s Hot Little Biscuit is recognized as an iconic Southern brand with a loyal following nationwide. Carrie discusses her road to success, her cookbook, Hot Little Suppers, and new culinary docu-series, How She Rolls (PBS Spring 2021). Fearl...
Dec 18, 2021•51 min
Lisa Weldon's world collapsed the year she turned 58. Her 25-year marriage ended. Her advertising career stalled. Her home faced foreclosure. To reinvigorate her life, Lisa decided to spend 30 days in New York City taking digital media courses to boost her marketability and walking a mile each day exploring the city's neighborhood and writing a blog. She shares her experiences in her memoir, "Twenty Pieces: A walk through love, loss and reinvention." Buy her book here: https://amzn.to/3pIsPTH Fe...
Dec 09, 2021•53 min
After experiencing the death of her father and subsequent child abuse when she was 5, Becca Stevens made it her mission to help women who are victims of human trafficking and sex abuse. In 1997, she founded the nonprofit Thistle Farms to provide a safe haven for women who otherwise may have nowhere else to turn. Based in Nashville, Thistle Farms provides housing, medical and mental health appointments and jobs through Thistle Farms Cafe and artisan #LoveHeals products. www.thistlefarms.org Fearl...
Dec 03, 2021•50 min
Michelle Moore’s desire to help mothers and families suffering from adversity led her to establish the nonprofit Mother’s Grace, a professional group of Moms who donate their time and talent to help mothers in need. Mother's Grace provides families with financial assistance for essential living expenses and has awarded grants to over 25 nonprofits run by Moms. Michelle is author of “Mother’s Grace: Healing the World One Mother at a Time.” Buy here: https://amzn.to/2QV8OM5 www.mothers-grace.org F...
Dec 01, 2021•40 min
Imagine buying a home on a vacation and moving halfway across the country to start a new life. Event planner turned self-taught professional baker, Sarah Gonzalez, moved from southern California to Spring Hill, Tennessee. She opened Spring Hill Bakery and attracted legions of fans. Her cinnamon buns were top sellers! After a health scare from overwork, Sarah closed the retail bakery to focus on her online baking school. Sarah shares recipes and tips in her book, “Baking with the Bread Lady.” Fea...
Nov 19, 2021•52 min
November 15 is National Clean Out Your Refrigerator Day. But for most of us, clearing out old and unused food and leftovers needs to be done on a weekly basis to avoid contamination and risk of harmful bacteria. This is important for everyone and essential if you are caring for a loved one with a compromised immune system or who is elderly. Learn how long to refrigerate or freeze your favorite foods, both raw and prepared, when to toss and at what temperatures. When in doubt, throw it out! Fearl...
Nov 12, 2021•38 min
More than 53 million Americans provide care for adults and children who cannot care for themselves in the form of unpaid health or supportive care for someone they love. Karen Warner Schueler shares her personal experience caring for her late husband who was diagnosed with terminal cancer. Her book, "The Sudden Caregiver: A Roadmap for Resilient Caregiving," is a practical guide and helpful resource for anyone who is caring for a loved one, especially for those for whom the role was unexpected. ...
Nov 05, 2021•51 min
Changing your diet can improve your health, boost metabolism, help reduce risk of illness and help you maintain your best weight. Nutrition Specialist Liana Werner-Gray author of "Cancer Free with Food" and "The Earth Diet," discusses healthy eating tips to help cancer patients. Danna Demetre, RN and Robyn Thomson, Clinical Weight Loss Practitioner, co-authors of "Eat Live Thrive Diet" discuss their approach to helping women over 50 boost their metabolism, lose fat and stay lean and fit. Fearles...
Oct 28, 2021•51 min
Orianne Collins is a jewelry designer, philanthropist and mother of three boys. After suffering a neck injury in a martial arts exhibition and waking up paralyzed from the neck down after a medical error during surgery, Collins spent three years learning to regain her mobility and walk again. She founded the Never Give Up Foundation to help individuals with spinal cord injuries receive the care and support they need through their early days of life-changing treatments. Fearless Fabulous You Radi...
Oct 14, 2021•51 min
Clinical Social Worker Lindsey Henke created Pregnancy After Loss Support (PALS) to provide peer-to-peer support for bereaved moms who become pregnant after previously losing a child. Henke shares her own story of losing oldest daughter, Nora, after a healthy full-term pregnancy, and becoming pregnant again. In “Plenty: A Memoir of Food & Family,” author and food writer, Hannah Howard, writes about the women who have touched her life, the loss of her first baby and birth of her daughter, Sim...
Oct 07, 2021•56 min
Undergoing treatment for a major illness like cancer may require you to take time off from your job or request certain accommodations from your employer. Attorney Adam Paskoff, Esq., Paskoff & Tamber LLC, explains different laws and considerations to protect eligible employees, including the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA). Paskoff explains that certain state laws (varying by state) can offer other options including Paid Family Leave Protection. ...
Oct 01, 2021•49 min
New York's Finger Lakes (aka #FLX) wine region produces world-class wines, notably Riesling, Gewurztraminer, Cabernet Franc and Pinot Noir. Meaghan Frank, Dr. Konstantin Frank Winery, one of the pioneer producers in the #FLX, discusses the wines and region. Tara Jasper is a breast cancer survivor who wants to raise awareness of risk reduction and genetic testing. Founder of Sipsong Spirits she producers Indira gin, a modern style gin, and a non-alcohol Indira Gin Tea. Fearless Fabulous You Radio...
Sep 23, 2021•51 min
A trip to Africa to photograph wildlife changed Barbara Hollweg’s life. The stay-at-home-mom and amateur photographer at the time is now an acclaimed photographer and animal conservationist, helping to save orphaned and abused chimpanzees. Hollweg’s documentary film Pant Hoot (2021) tells the story of "chimpanzee whisperer," Stany Nyandwi, a survivor of the Burundi genocide who has devoted his life to the care and rehabilitation of chimpanzees, working with Chimp Eden and Jane Goodall Institute....
Aug 27, 2021•51 min
Many high-profile athletes and celebrities have opened up about their mental health challenges. Anxiety disorders affect 40 million Americans, according to the Anxiety and Depression Association of America. Cristie Ritz-King, PysD, LPC, RYT, a psychologist and licensed professional counselor in New Jersey specializing in trauma and maternal mental health, discusses causes of anxiety, how not be so hard on yourself or your children and tips on self-care. Her website is www.wonderincwellness.com F...
Aug 19, 2021•53 min
Chef Katie Chin has appeared at the White House, on Food Network and teaches cooking lessons on the digital platform, HUNGRY. She says her late mother, LeeAnn Chin, a rags-to-riches entrepreneur success story who founded the LeeAnn Chin and Asia Grille restaurant chains, inspired her to leave her career as a film executive and take up cooking. Chin is author of "Katie Chin's Global Family Cookbook." Fearless Fabulous You Radio Show is broadcast live at 12noon ET Wednesdays on W4WN Radio – The Wo...
Aug 12, 2021•40 min
