Women Road Warriors is a women’s empowerment talk show hosted by Shelley Johnson and Kathy Tuccaro that fuels women on the road to success — in every walk of life and every profession. We power women on the road to success.
Our show is designed to entertain and educate all women and it doesn’t hold back! We feature celebrity and expert interviews on all kinds of topics that are important to women. Shelley and Kathy are fun and informative and any topic is fair game. You can learn more about us at www.womenroadwarriors.com.
Shelley is a seasoned journalist, writer, producer, and interviews national celebrities, entertainers, and experts on all kinds of topics.
Kathy is a heavy hauler in the oil fields of Canada where she drives the world’s biggest truck. She is a motivational speaker for women and the author of the popular book Dream Big.
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Weddings are supposed to be joyful celebrations, but they can also be a minefield of expectations, family dynamics, social pressures, and etiquette dilemmas. Who pays for what? Is it okay to invite someone to the bridal shower but not the wedding? How should couples handle destination weddings, gift registries, social media, online RSVPs, and difficult family situations? And what happens when modern wedding trends collide with traditional etiquette? In this fun episode of Women Road Warriors, Sh...
How do you build a successful career, raise a family, protect your health, and still have a life? Sarah Armstrong, Vice President of Global Marketing Operations at Google and author of The Art of the Juggling Act: A Bite-Sized Guide for Working Parents, joins Women Road Warriors to share practical strategies for balancing work, family, friendships, health, and personal fulfillment. Drawing from leadership roles at Google, McKinsey & Company, Coca-Cola, and Leo Burnett, Sarah discusses why th...
What happens when you're told your dreams are impossible? When Michelle Huntington pursued aviation, she was told women shouldn't fly. One person even claimed women weren't physically suited for the cockpit. Michelle refused to accept someone else's limits. She went on to become one of fewer than 500 female airline captains worldwide, spending more than two decades making critical decisions at 35,000 feet where waiting for perfect information simply wasn't an option. Those experiences taught her...
One in four children are approached sexually online That shocking statistic is driving a growing movement to protect kids from online predators, sextortion schemes, social media manipulation, cyber exploitation, AI dangers, and the mental health crisis fueled by technology. In this powerful and eye-opening episode of Women Road Warriors , Shelley Johnson and Kathy Tuccaro explore Internet safety with Lynn Shaw , founder and president of Lynn's Warriors , a nonprofit organization fighting human t...
Did you know that by age 32, women may have already lost up to 90% of their eggs? For decades, women have been told they can “have it all” — career success, love, family, and freedom. But few are told how fertility and biology truly fit into that equation. In this powerful and eye-opening episode of Women Road Warriors, Shelley Johnson and Kathy Tuccaro welcome leading reproductive endocrinologist Dr. Jaime Knopman, Director of Fertility Preservation at CCRM New York, and co-author of the new bo...
Dr. Tere Linzey, a Harvard and UC Berkeley-trained educational psychologist, explores how excessive screen time negatively impacts memory, focus, and emotional regulation. She explains neuroplasticity, the brain's ability to adapt and form new connections at any age. The episode provides practical, science-backed strategies involving movement, social connection, nutrition, and targeted brain training to strengthen cognitive function and improve mental performance.
Lisa Sander knows what it means to help people rebuild after life turns upside down. After decades of working as a nurse and caring for COVID patients during one of the most difficult seasons in modern healthcare, Lisa experienced a powerful personal awakening that led her toward transformation coaching and faith-led healing. In this heartfelt episode of Women Road Warriors with Shelley Johnson and Kathy Tuccaro, Lisa shares how women can move from stuck to strong through grief, divorce, blended...
What does it take to survive the unthinkable and then transform because of it ? In this powerful episode of Women Road Warriors , Shelley Johnson and Kathy Tuccaro sit down with Carol Murray , a woman whose life changed in an instant after a catastrophic skydiving accident left her free-falling over half a mile when both her main and backup parachutes failed. Her story was featured in the Toronto Star. The impact caused devastating injuries and years of recovery, but that’s only the beginning of...
“Calm down.” “You’re overreacting.” “You’re too much.” Women hear it everywhere—but what if the truth is this: you’re not too much… you’re carrying too much. On Women Road Warriors , Shelley Johnson and Kathy Tuccaro welcome Beatriz ( Béa) Victoria Albina , a UCSF-trained Family Nurse Practitioner, Somatic Experiencing Practitioner, and author of End Emotional Outsourcing™ . This conversation dives deep into women’s mental health, burnout recovery, boundaries, self-worth, and nervous system regu...
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming the future of work , and many are asking the same question: Will my career still matter in an AI-driven world? In this episode of Women Road Warriors , Shelley Johnson and Kathy Tuccaro sit down with AI strategist and investor Tallulah Le Merle to explore how women can stay relevant, competitive, and thrive as AI reshapes industries. The good news is women have strong abilities to shine in this new era. Tallulah leads AI investment strategy for firms ...
Do you struggle with self-doubt or a lack of confidence? You’re not alone and this episode of Women Road Warriors with Shelley Johnson and Kathy Tuccaro is here to help you change that. We’re joined by confidence expert Simone Knego , a two-time TEDx speaker, award-winning author of The Extraordinary UnOrdinary You and her newest book Real Confidence , and co-host of the globally ranked podcast Her Unshakeable Confidence . From summiting Mount Kilimanjaro to raising six children in a multicultur...
What does it really take to go undercover, expose corruption, and protect lives at the highest level? In this powerful episode of Women Road Warriors , Shelley Johnson and Kathy Tuccaro feature real-life covert operative Nina Hobson—whose story feels like a movie, but every moment is real. For over 15 years, Nina worked on the front lines of U.K. law enforcement, leading high-risk undercover operations involving murder, kidnapping, sexual assault, and financial crimes totalling over $100 million...
Food insecurity, hunger, food justice, and access to nutritious food are critical issues impacting millions—and the solutions may be closer than we think. In this compelling episode of Women Road Warriors with Shelley Johnson and Kathy Tuccaro, we speak with Jenique Jones, Executive Director of WhyHunger, about solving hunger through sustainable, community-driven solutions and why hunger is not inevitable. Jenique’s passion is rooted in lived experience. Growing up in Harlem during the crack epi...
Mindfulness, meditation, healing, resilience, and compassion are at the heart of this conversation with author and meditation teacher Oneika Mays . After a personal tragedy changed the course of her life, Oneika left a successful career and began teaching mindfulness in one of the most unexpected places — Rikers Island . There, she became the first mindfulness expert to assist incarcerated individuals , introducing meditation and compassion practices to people navigating some of life’s most diff...
Women’s History Month, women leaders, and women pioneers take center stage in this inspiring episode of the Women Road Warriors empowerment talk show. Women have shaped every chapter of history around the world — yet for generations many of their stories have gone untold. The accomplishments of women deserve far more than being reduced to a footnote at the bottom of a page . For nearly three decades, the National Women’s History Museum has worked to illuminate the women who helped build the Unit...
Resilience, mindset, overcoming adversity, and personal growth take center stage in this powerful conversation with bestselling author and keynote speaker Stacey Chillemi. What if your greatest challenge could become your greatest purpose? On this inspiring episode of Women Road Warriors , Shelley Johnson and Kathy Tuccaro welcome Stacey Chillemi —20-time bestselling author, keynote speaker, and mindset coach whose work has empowered millions around the world. Stacey’s journey began with a life-...
What does it truly mean for a woman to choose herself — after decades of devotion, visibility, and living at the center of global fame? As we enter Women’s History Month, on this powerful episode of Women Road Warriors, Shelley Johnson and Kathy Tuccaro welcome Deborah Santana — author, activist, philanthropist, and former wife of legendary musician Carlos Santana. For 34 years, Deborah served as Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of Santana Management, helping steward an international m...
What if adversity isn’t the end of your story — but the launchpad? On this powerful episode of Women Road Warriors , Shelley Johnson and Kathy Tuccaro sit down with Ilana Golan — trailblazer, tech executive, Ironman triathlete, and founder of one of the fastest-growing companies in America – Leap Academy. Ilana made history as the first woman to become a commander in the F-16 Flight Simulator in Israel’s Air Force. She later became Intel’s youngest hire and rose through the ranks of Silicon Vall...
What if the real key to success isn’t hustle — but collaboration? In this compelling episode of Women Road Warriors, Shelley Johnson and Kathy Tuccaro explore The Power of Collaborative Relationships with leadership expert and author Leslie Grossman . A visionary in women’s leadership development, Leslie is the Faculty Director of the Women’s Leadership Program at The George Washington University Center for Excellence in Public Leadership, a Senior Fellow, executive coach, and founder of five bu...
Positive thinking alone isn’t enough—and neuroscience proves it. Lasting change happens when you understand how the mind actually works, especially the subconscious systems that drive habits, emotions, and behavior beneath conscious awareness. On Women Road Warriors , Shelley Johnson and Kathy Tuccaro sit down with Ravinder Taylor , lead author of the groundbreaking book Mind Training: The Science of Self‑Empowerment . Ravinder brings a rare blend of scientific rigor and real-world application, ...
What if success isn’t just about mindset—but about body intelligence, emotional awareness, and self-trust ? On Women Road Warriors , Shelley Johnson and Kathy Tuccaro welcome Jen Aks , TEDx speaker, leadership coach, and #1 bestselling author of Your Body Is Speaking . Jen is the creator of the revolutionary Bodyset approach and reveals how your body holds intelligence your mind has been taught to override. Through her powerful 3 E’s Framework—Embody, Empower, Elevate—and her somatic method, The...
If you’re ready for real change—not resolutions you abandon in the new year, but a powerful shift in how you live and lead—this episode of Women Road Warriors delivers. Shelley Johnson and Kathy Tuccaro sit down with Josselyne Herman-Saccio , master transformational coach, TEDx speaker, and creator of Be Unmessable With . With more than 30 years of experience coaching over 200,000 people worldwide , Josselyne reveals how to stop reacting to fear, self-doubt, and outside pressure—and start creati...
Conflict is unavoidable—but avoiding it may be costing you connection, creativity, and collaboration. What if conflict isn’t something to fix… but something to dance with ? In this powerful and timely episode of Women Road Warriors, we’re joined by Anna Lecat , an intimacy and conflict consultant, global speaker, and author of Loving Conflict: Creating Collaboration Where Others See Division . Anna invites us to rethink everything we’ve been taught about disagreement. Instead of seeing conflict ...
In this powerful episode of Women Road Warriors , Shelley Johnson and Kathy Tuccaro welcome Colette Baron‑Reid , one of the world’s most influential intuitive teachers and creativity pioneers. A bestselling author, oracle creator, and spiritual thought leader, Colette has helped millions reconnect with their inner wisdom and she’s back with a groundbreaking approach that blends science, creativity, and spirituality. Colette joins Shelley and Kathy to talk about her newest book, The Art of Manife...
What if choosing sobriety didn’t mean giving something up—but gaining everything? In this powerful Dry January episode of Women Road Warriors, Shelley Johnson and Kathy Tuccaro sit down with Kim Bellas , founder of the international movement Sober Is the New Cool , to explore how sobriety can unlock joy, clarity, confidence, and deeper connection. Kim’s journey began in 2013 as a mother’s promise to her teenage son after he developed seizures and could no longer drink socially. Determined to sho...
Step into 2026 inspired, empowered, and ready to dream bigger with this special holiday edition of Women Road Warriors . Hosts Shelley Johnson and Kathy Tuccaro bring together three extraordinary female icons whose stories prove that resilience, reinvention, and purpose have no expiration date. Country music trailblazers Chapel Hart share how they broke barriers as independent African American artists—turning rejection into rocket fuel while building success on their own terms and setting their ...
Laughter isn’t just entertainment — it’s a powerful tool for healing, truth, and connection. In this episode of Women Road Warriors with Shelley Johnson and Kathy Tuccaro, welcome back stand-up comedian, author, podcaster, and social media influencer Monique Marvez , whose fearless humor and sharp storytelling are captivating audiences worldwide. With multiple Showtime specials, appearances on HBO Max, over 190 million TikTok views , and 70+ million views on Dry Bar Comedy , Monique has mastered...
How do small and women-owned businesses survive — and thrive — in markets dominated by massive competitors? In this power-packed episode of Women Road Warriors , marketing and branding strategist Julie Matzen reveals the real-world strategies that help small businesses break through the noise and compete on a larger stage. Julie, co-founder of MayDay Agency and Boarderline , has made it her mission to level the playing field for startups and growing companies that feel like “small fish in a gian...
What happens when a law school mock trial reveals you’re living the wrong story? For actress Marie Wetherell , that single moment of clarity changed everything. Instead of arguing cases, she realized she wanted to become the powerful female characters she admired on screen—and she’s already proving she belongs there. She became a lawyer but went for the silver screen. Marie’s breakout role came in Taylor Sheridan’s hit series 1923 —the prequel to Yellowstone —where she portrayed the unforgettabl...
If you’ve ever felt boxed in by a role that didn’t match your ambition… or found yourself wrestling with imposter syndrome, self-doubt, or the pressure of navigating male-dominated workplaces, you’re in powerful company. Our guest today has lived that journey—and transformed it. In this episode, we sit down with Violeta Rangel, a powerhouse fintech executive, career transformation coach, and single mom who has spent more than 20 years rising, surviving, and ultimately thriving in corporate Ameri...
