In this episode, Madeline converses with an absolute badass, Martha Shaughnessy of the The Key PR, discussing her unconventional path to becoming a founder, her experiences navigating the tech industry as a woman, and managing work-life integration as a mom. Martha's background in cultural anthropology and sports shaped her unique perspective on team dynamics and storytelling in marketing and communications. The discussion also touches on the importance of mental and physical health, the challen...
Apr 03, 2024•1 hr 11 min•Season 5Ep. 7
In this episode, Madeline chats with McKenna Haz, the founder of Seaav, a sustainability-focused activewear brand, born from McKenna's passion for the ocean and sustainability. Growing up on Vancouver Island, Canada, McKenna was motivated by the Fukushima earthquake's environmental impact to take action. She launched Seaav from her college dorm, combining her interests in activewear, the ocean, and sustainability. McKenna discusses the challenges of balancing college, sports, and starting a busi...
Mar 20, 2024•1 hr 3 min•Season 5Ep. 6
In Today’s episode, Madeline is in conversation with Belinda Ephraim, the founder of Katalyst Point Advisors. Belinda shares her personal journey into entrepreneurship, starting from her early days in Nigeria. Her experiences working as a senior analyst with a wealth advisor during the AOL & Time Warner Merger intrigued her about the potential of mergers and acquisitions (M&As), which led her to establish her own firm. She outlines the importance of preparing business owners for M&As...
Mar 06, 2024•1 hr 2 min•Season 5Ep. 5
In today’s episode, Madeline converses with Podge, a Notion consultant, Fractional COO, and the founder of Small Business Co-Pilot. Podge narrates how her journey as a founder, is informed by the awareness of her ancestors' struggle for rights and freedoms she now enjoys, and how she's motivated and humbled by the privilege to live and work in the way she does today. In conversation, Madeline & Podge also delve into her freelance journey and how colonialism and imperialism can manifest withi...
Feb 21, 2024•1 hr 2 min•Season 5Ep. 4
On this week’s episode, Madeline chats with Dr. Gertrude Lyons, Founder & CEO of Rewrite The Mother Code, about tapping into innate our feminine power, both personally and in our roles as leaders. Known for her work in women's leadership development, relationship satisfaction, and parenting, Dr. Lyons talks about her journey that led her to focus on empowering individuals and families to realize satisfying lives. She discusses the importance of self-care and self-reflection and the potential...
Feb 07, 2024•1 hr 1 min•Season 5Ep. 3
In this episode, Madeline chats with Becky Mollenkamp, an accountability coach and powerhouse feminist community builder. Together, they deep dive into the realms of ethical business practices, feminist entrepreneurship, and personal growth. In this episode, Becky shares her transformational journey from journalism to business mindset coaching after enduring a major season of personal change and tragedy. Emphasizing the significance of aligning businesses with personal values, Becky and Madeline...
Jan 24, 2024•1 hr 11 min•Season 5Ep. 2
In this episode, Madeline talks to Anna N’Jie-Konte, a passionate and experienced financial advisor, about her thoughts on money and life. Anna, a New Yorker with immigrant roots, shares openly about the impact her family and her childhood had on defining her own money stories and her decision to pursue a career in wealth management. Anna tells us it's crucial to understand our money mindset, looking back at our early money memories to get why we handle money the way we do. She's all about break...
Jan 10, 2024•1 hr 8 min•Season 5Ep. 1
In the closing episode of the fourth season of 'Finding Fearless,' host Madeline Reeves reflects on the transformative conversations she's had with underestimated entrepreneurs, creators and innovators and how their stories of personal growth and using businesses as a tool for change have influenced her own journey. She discusses the importance of self-awareness, authenticity and personal growth in entrepreneurship and how it helped her redefine her business model and reconnect with her mission....
Dec 18, 2023•15 min•Season 4Ep. 19
This week on the podcast, Jyotsna Ramachandran shares her journey from childhood to becoming a business owner. She describes how her desire for entrepreneurship was planted at a young age when she noticed the difference between her father's job and her friends' parents who were entrepreneurs. She dives into the world of online book publishing, initially outsourcing the writing but later sharing her own story, which led her to start Happy Self Publishing. Jyotsna emphasizes the importance of shar...
Oct 18, 2023•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 18
In the dynamic world of entrepreneurship, success stories often start with an unexpected twist of fate. Maddy Reeves welcomes Emma Tessler, founder and CEO of Ninety Five Media, to the podcast to discuss her journey and insights into building a thriving virtual team. Emma's agency specializes in digital marketing strategies for scaling brands, helping them connect with ideal clients, build communities, and convert audiences into loyal customers. With eight years of marketing experience, Emma is ...
Oct 04, 2023•1 hr 1 min•Season 4Ep. 17
In this captivating episode, Dr. Kiona engages in a profound conversation with Madeline, shedding light on the intricacies of ethical travel. Drawing from her unique upbringing in Hawaii, Dr. Kiona emphasizes the importance of embracing cultural diversity and understanding the nuances of each travel destination. She underscores the value of active listening and respecting local customs, illustrating how ethical travel requires a deep appreciation for the cultural significance of various practice...
Sep 27, 2023•1 hr 16 min
In this episode, financial expert Stephanie Xenos shares insights on financial independence. Stephanie's personal journey from financial instability to early retirement at 32 serves as inspiration. She highlights the pivotal role of beliefs and mindset in shaping financial decisions, emphasizing that hidden beliefs can either empower or hinder our financial path. The conversation explores the evolving Financial Independence, Retire Early (FIRE) movement, offering a flexible approach to financial...
Sep 20, 2023•1 hr•Ep. 15
In the world of fitness, where the pursuit of an idealized body often takes center stage, Kelsey Ellis emerges as a beacon of change. Her journey from competitive athlete to body-positive fitness expert is a testament to her unwavering commitment to empower individuals to embrace their bodies and redefine what it means to be well. In this episode of Finding Fearless, Kelsey Ellis shares her story, insights, and perspectives on body positivity, dismantling stereotypes, and making fitness a joyful...
Sep 13, 2023•1 hr•Ep. 14
In this episode of Finding Fearless, we are joined by Dr. Elise Rigney, a Chiropractor, wellness expert, and entrepreneur. Elise shares her personal journey from hitting an all-time low point with her mental and physical health to finding healing and self-discovery. After unexpectedly losing her father, she reflects on her childhood and the challenges she faced growing up. Through inner child work, therapy, and meditation, Elise explored her past and realized the impact it had on her. Despite he...
Sep 06, 2023•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 13
In this episode of Finding Fearless, we are joined by Michelle Goodloe, a licensed clinical social worker, author, and wellbeing strategist. Michelle shares her personal story and discusses her work in burnout recovery and self-care. This compelling conversation explores the current state of fatigue in our society and the importance of addressing issues such as domestic violence and intimate partner abuse. Join us as we dive into the pivotal moment for Michelle's work and the need for open conve...
Aug 23, 2023•51 min•Ep. 12
In this episode of Finding Fearless, Madeline welcomes guest Rachel Pereyra to discuss the importance of building solid operational foundations. Rachel is the founder of Mastermind Business Services, an agency that provides operations consulting and execution support for women-owned agencies and social impact nonprofits. With her proven framework, Rachel helps business owners sustainably scale while feeling supported. Tune in as we dive into navigating identity, growth, building a business and q...
Aug 16, 2023•57 min•Ep. 11
In this episode of Finding Fearless, Madeline interviews Emily Rasmussen, founder of Grapevine, a crowd-granting platform. With over 10 years of experience in financing for impact, nonprofit, and social enterprise leadership, Emily shares her diverse background and how it led her to create Grapevine. From her time as a professional ballet dancer to her work in developing microfinance programs in India, Emily's journey showcases the non-linear path that entrepreneurs can take in building their bu...
Aug 09, 2023•49 min•Ep. 10
In this episode of Finding Fearless, Madeline sits down with Chloe Mason, a single mom, fitness model, actress, and author. Chloe shares her journey of overcoming adversity, including anxiety, depression, racism, poverty, and addiction. She discusses her role as a mother and her passion for empowering women and representing queer women of color. Tune in to be inspired by Chloe's resilience and determination. Listen in as we speak about: Representation in modeling How to embrace authenticity and ...
Aug 02, 2023•58 min•Season 4Ep. 9
Running your own business can be a long and lonely road. As you reach out for community, you may be flooded by posts talking about “hustle culture”, “always earning”, and other popular philosophies around working that glamorize working yourself into the ground. As enticing as it can be to surround yourself with this kind of messaging, it’s not a lifestyle that fits everyone. Burnout, anxiety and other mental health issues are more prevalent among young entrepreneurs now than ever before, and the...
Jul 19, 2023•56 min
In today’s episode, we speak with Tanmeet Sethi, a board-certified Integrative Family Medicine physician and Clinical Associate Professor at the University of Washington School of Medicine. She shares her experiences in the US Healthcare system as a healer and medical practitioner. Tanmeet shares her perspective on balancing Eastern & Western philosophies, and why that balance is essential for her as a healer. We also speak about bringing justice and equity to marginalized communities by pro...
Jul 05, 2023•57 min•Season 4Ep. 7
In today’s episode, we speak with D Fritz and Meg Wells of River & Root Photography. D Fritz (they/them) is R&R’s founder and primary artist, and Meg is (they/them/she/her), R&R’s operations lead and second photographer. Together, their mission is to provide the LGBTQ+ community with the wedding and elopement photography they deserve. They also are a couple, who live together in their converted van, traveling to some of the most underserved and underrepresented LGBTQ+ communities in ...
Jun 21, 2023•1 hr 1 min•Season 4Ep. 6
Understanding yourself, being confident in yourself, and recognizing what makes you unique can be one of the most powerful tools in the world. When you develop a strong sense of confidence, you can impact everyone around you, both in your professional and personal life. In today’s episode, we are joined by transgender parent and author Trystan Reese. Trystan has the unique talent of brightening every room he enters (even digital ones). Not only is Trystan an exceptional writer, speaker, and cons...
Jun 07, 2023•1 hr 7 min
Welcome back to Finding Fearless! This week we have Dana Marie Roquemore on to talk about building a business around heart and passion. Dana Marie Roquemore is a Social Entrepreneur who went from being a stylist for fashion shows, personal wardrobe consultant, and event planner, to being the creator of an innovative community concept that took Orlando, FL by storm. In 2014, Dana created The Dinner Party Project, a food-focused social experiment that invites eight strangers to share incredible 4 ...
May 31, 2023•58 min•Season 4Ep. 4
TW: Violence against Black bodies, racism towards POC, and transphobia Welcome back to Finding Fearless! We have an incredibly educational and thoughtful conversation for you this week. We have the AMAZING Alyssa Hall of @arleadership on to talk about anti-racism in the workplace. Alyssa Hall is an African-American/Cuban woman and a life coach. Upon completing her training at the Institute for Professional Excellence in Coaching (iPEC), she began her journey coaching corporate leaders and busine...
May 17, 2023•1 hr 8 min•Season 4Ep. 3
Welcome back to Finding Fearless! This week we have Cate Luzio of @weareluminary on to talk about what happens when women come together to support and fund each other without ulterior motives. This episode was originally streamed live on LinkedIn and is available! Cate brings to the table all of her insight from her background in banking, as well as her experience founding Luminary , a community and co-working space she built with her own money. Cate is passionate about sustainable business fund...
May 03, 2023•1 hr 18 min•Season 4Ep. 2
Welcome to Season 4 of Finding Fearless! We took a little break, and are so excited to share this season with you. We have some PHENOMENAL guests lined up. This week we have the CEO of @bloodygoodperiod, Rachel Grocott, on to talk about menstrual marketing and the honest truth of menstrual care. Bloody Good Period is a non-profit organization that fights for menstrual equity and the rights of all people who bleed. In this episode, Rachel and I cover: - Rachel’s thoughts on why many marketers see...
Apr 26, 2023•58 min•Season 4Ep. 1
You read that right - the Finding Fearless podcast is officially trading microphones for beach balls. After a much-needed audit of my business, life, webinars, workshops, training sessions, podcast episodes, and many other pieces of content, we’ve decided that it’s time to take a step back and reevaluate so that we can deliver bigger and better value. We hope you have a restful summer dialing back into the things you love, and we cannot see you back again after our break. In this episode, we cov...
Aug 02, 2022•2 min•Season 3Ep. 24
Welcome back to Finding Fearless! This week we have Jo Marini on to talk about making sustainable changes from the ground up. Jo Marini is the founder of Mother Superior , a venture and social purpose foundry focused on redesigning venture capital. She’s also the co-founder of Mothership Materials, a biotech and skincare brand focused on transforming end-to-end sustainability for the wellness industry. In addition, Jo is also a graduate professor at the California College of Arts Design where sh...
Jul 26, 2022•54 min•Season 3Ep. 23
Welcome back to Finding Fearless! Burnout is something that many female entrepreneurs experience at some point in their journey. This is why I’m so excited to speak to my guest today, Ariel Belgrave. Ariel is a wellness guru of tech and the burnout whisperer. She is also the CEO at Gym Hooky, a health and fitness coach, stress management expert, and corporate wellness trainer. Her signature approach, The Lean Method, has helped over 2000 busy women build healthy habits and recover from burnout. ...
Jul 19, 2022•45 min•Season 3Ep. 22
Welcome back to Finding Fearless! Madeline talks about the social media exodus that many people are experiencing, as well as sharing how her relationship with social media has changed in the last few years. Have you noticed a change in your relationship with social media? It seems as though digital detoxes and social media breaks have been more popular than ever. In this episode, Madeline shares the changes she's made in the way she approaches and shares on social media and what the results of t...
Jul 05, 2022•19 min•Season 3Ep. 21
