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Raquel Lamal
Sole Source is a podcast by Red Shoes Inc. that is made by women for women. We're looking at the topics that are influencing women and the world they live in and we are shedding a light on those topics in an educational and entertaining way that leaves you inspired after each episode. This podcast is hosted by Emmy award-winning former journalist, Raquel Lamal. A new episode of Sole Source is released each Monday. Subscribe to be alerted when the latest episodes come out!
Sole Source is taking a break, after more than two years of weekly shows. This is not goodbye forever, it's just ta ta for now, or as Tigger from Winnie the Pooh would say, TTFN!
It's been an honor and a privilege to bring you Sole Source each and every week. Listen in to hear what's next.
There are a ton of quizzes out there that you can take that will try to tell you about yourself, the type personality you have, etc. But, there are some things that you are just born with and understanding those parts of your make up can help you better interact with others and operate better in the world.
Human Design is system that brings together principles of The I Ching, astrology, chakra system, Kabbalah and quantum physics to create a Human Design Chart. I'm breaking down what this all means with Human Design expert and energetic alignment coach, Miranda Mitchell.
Connect with Miranda at miranda-mitchell.com.
We've all done it. Looked at another mom and thought, "How does she keep it all together? I wish I could do that."
It's not fair to hold ourselves, as mothers, to these standards of perfectionism and Lisa Sugarman, author and radio show host, is here to help women find the beauty in the imperfectness of parenting.
To learn more about Lisa, or listen to her show or purchase her book, visit lisasugarman.com.
Life can get crazy, tensions and can rise and our physical relationships with our partners can take a back seat. That's not always a good thing though and sometimes you need to make time for sex.
Sex and relationship therapist, Liz Dube is sharing tips on how to spice up the bedroom when you've been in a long-term relationship and the importance of making time for physical intimacy with your partner.
To connect with Liz Dube, visit lizdube.com.
In this week's episode we're talking with Kimya Nuru Dennis, the founder of a company called Diversity365.
We're discussing her unique approach to diversity and inclusion training and why she says the traditional methods for this type of training don't work.
To connect with Diversity365, visit 365diversity.com.
We may have found the closest thing to the Fountain of Youth!
Kate Milne is a healthy aging specialist with a special focus on women. In particular, she focuses on middle-aged women (35-55) and she teaches them ways to reverse bad habits from younger years, stop and even reverse health problems as well as improve your life so you feel younger as you age.
If you want to learn more or get in touch with Kate, visit her LinkedIn at linkedin.com/in/kmilne or check out her website at agesister.com.
Ginger Zee, first female chief meteorolgist at a major U.S. television network and the face meteorolgy at ABC News is back again on Sole Source. She is sharing a much deeper look into who the woman on the other side of the camera lens really is and exposing that even though things might look perfect through the camera, her life has been far from perfect.
Ginger is sharing her battles with some heavy mental health and life struggles, including: a 10-year battle with an eating disorder, her parents divorce at a young age and how that lead to seeking constant approval from others, an alleged rape, an abortion and two suicide attempts.
She is exposing it all in her new book "A Little Closer to Home" the sequel to "Natural Disaster I Cover Them. I am One." We talk with her about the traumas she's faced and how she is hoping to help others in this week's episode.
Find "A Little Closer to Home" wherever you buy books.
TRIGGER WARNING: This episode covers, pregnancy loss, PTSD and suicide.
Mental health has been focused on a lot since the onset of the pandemic and it is just starting to get the attention it deserves as society tries to break the stigma around talking about mental health struggles.
In this week's episode, Katie and Tracy are getting real with their personal struggles with mental health and ways people can support someone struggling with mental health issues.
If you're personally struggling with mental health or thoughts of self-harm, depression or anxiety, reach out to someone and always remember to be kind to everyone. You really never know what people are dealing with.
Sole Source is celebrating it's 100th episode of bringing women news they can use by celebrating a woman's body. We're talking about caring for your vagina ladies.
Dr. Nicole Williams, OB/GYN and author of the book "This is How You Vagina" is spilling all the details on the myths we're told as women about this part of our body and the things we should be doing for our bodies.
To connect with Dr. Williams, visit gynecologyinstitute.com.
Did you know you can still have a baby with one fallopian tube?
Did you know there were different types of uteruses? And some can impact how you have children?
Why don't women know more about our bodies? In this week's episode, we're scratching the surface of some real-life stories about vaginas with Katie and Tracy as they prepare us for a candid and entertaining conversation with an OB/GYN next week.
No one wants to talk about their failures. We're taught that showing vulnerability is a weakness, yet everyone experiences shame and many times it can be devastating.
Strong women aren't afraid of failure and that is what we're talking about in this episode of Sole Source.
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Breastfeeding can be a controversial topic. Why? We don't get it either.
Katie and Tracy are talking about the lingering shame they have felt from struggling to breastfeed their children. You would think such a natural process would be easy, but it's not! From neverending pumping sessions, to using formula, to feeling claustrophobic while breastfeeding, there can be a lot of feelings of shame and inadequacy as a new mom.
Listen in to hear Katie and Tracy get real about their shame.
Are you living up to your fullest potential? Or are you living in a way that fits what someone else told you to be?
These are the questions we're diving into this week with Megan Hamilton, founder of UBU Skills.
It's amazing how past narratives or what someone had told us a long time ago can stick with us and influence the way we see ourselves, the way we behave and our overall confidence. Megan explains how to overcome these lies and be your most confident self.
To learn more about Megan Hamilton or UBU Skills, visit ubuskills.com. You can also connect with Megan on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter.
Some people are natural orators and thrive in front of groups of people. Other people absolutely dread public speaking. But the skills that come with being an effective speaker can help you build your overall confidence in life, and they're skills that each person can learn.
That doesn't mean it's easy. Katie and Tracy are sharing their experiences with public speaking and the fears and butterflies they get when they're going into a presentation.
Kaitlyn Carlson is the founder and CEO of Theory Planning Partners.
She is helping women get to the top of their financial game by using her business knowledge and financial wit to propel women to be just as powerful as their male counterparts. However, her business started from a place of pain and a desire to overcome it.
She entered the financial world as a young woman at a large financial firm. She was sexually assaulted by a male senior financial planner. She decided to speak up which prompted other women to come forward and tell their stories too.
Now, years later, she is sharing with the world what happened to her and helping women not only learn to speak up, but also to take control of their power and know their worth.
To reach out to Kaitlyn and learn more of her story or to receive financial planning help, visit theoryplanning.com.
There's power in numbers and we've seen that in action as more women come forward with stories of sexual harassment and assault in the workplace.
Katie and Tracy are previewing next week's episode of Sole Source where we speak with a woman who is sharing her story of sexual assault at work and helping to show other women the importance of taking back your power and not living in fear.
Katie and Tracy discuss how women are often the victims of sexual harassment but then have to turn around and be their own advocate, their own warrior, to make it stop.
Do you ever feel like you're just going through life checking off the boxes society tells you to be checking? But on the inside, you feel like shit?
Katie and Kacie from "It All Media" are hosts of the hilarious and informative podcast called "Fuck It All."
This week's episode is for every woman who has ever felt unhappy with her life and wanted to just say "fuck it all" and walk away. Because let's be honest, we all want to do that sometimes.
Listen to the Fuck It All podcast wherever you get your podcasts. For more information on this week's guests, Katie and Kacie, visit itallpodcast.com.
Have you ever wanted to just throw your hands up and say "F" it to everything?
As women, we have expectations to be the perfect mother and wife with a clean house and homemade meals. Oh but don't forget about that successful career and make sure you stay in shape. Are these things you want or are you ignoring what makes you happy to please everyone else? If it's the latter, it can lead you to throw your hands up and have an "F it all" moment.
Katie and Tracy have both experienced this to some degree and they're sharing their insights with us ahead of next week's episode which will dive deeper into this concept with Katie and Kacie from "It All Media."
Schools and churches are supposed to be places we go to feel safe, but what happens when that isn't the case?
Sandy Phillips Kirkham, author of the book "Let me Prey Upon You" is sharing the very chilling details of her story as a victim of clergy abuse. She aims to raise awareness of what victims of sexual assault go through and how it has shaped her view of the church later in life.
To read Sandy's full story, check out her book here: sandyphillipskirkham.com.
Katie and Tracy are talking with each other this week ahead of a tough Sole Source episode when we talk to a woman who was a victim of clergy abuse as a young teen.
As working mothers of young children, Katie and Tracy discuss the need to leave their children with other people. And while their children are left with trusted people, there's still fear around what could happen.
Listen to this candid conversation around parenting, working full time and the neverending fear many mothers have when they have to leave their children in the care of others.
As women, many of us have a love/hate relationship with food. As we approach the beginning of the holiday season many people either limit what they eat or decide to just enjoy themselves and hit the dieting and gym hard come January. However, many are dealing with deeper underlying food issues and some are battling eating disorders.
Dr. Cristina Castagnini Ph.D. has battled an eating disorder herself and now is a certified eating disorder specialist, helping others overcome this debilitating disease. She is sharing her struggles with food, how to know when a diet is becoming an eating disorder and phrases and terms to avoid this holiday season that could trigger those battling with eating disorders.
To connect with Dr. Castagnini, visit her website at freedomtowellness.com.
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Katie and Tracy are talking about food just ahead of Thanksgiving.
There's no denying we are flooded with good food as the holidays draw near but for many that can also be a source of anxiety and stress. Katie and Tracy are talking about food and setting us up for next week's Sole Source episode with eating disorder specialist Dr. Cristina Castagnini.
To connect with Dr. Castagnini, visit her website at freedomtowellness.com.
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Diane Pleuss is known as the franchise fitter, basically she considers herself a matchmaker for people in finding the right career fit for them in the franchise world.
Many people, especially women, are choosing to exit their current jobs to find something with more flexibility, better hours and better pay in light of the changes the COVID-19 pandemic has brought to light. Operating a franchise and being your own boss, might just be the perfect fit.
To connect with Diane Pleuss, visit dianepleuss.com.
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Katie and Tracy are on the mic this week talking about knowing when to make a career change. Both ladies made a major career move during the pandemic when there was a lot up in the air and moving careers was a risky thing to do. However, both are reflecting on that decision and talking about when they knew it was time to make a change as they preview next week's episode on starting your own franchise.
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Did you know you have psychic abilities? Everyone does!
It's the week of Halloween and Sole Source is talking with professional psychic medium DeEtte Ranae about what psychic abilities look like. We're also talking about encounters with the other side and what they mean.
To connect with DeEtte Ranae for a reading or to develop your own psychic or medium abilities, visit www.deetteranae.com.
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Raquel and Tracy are talking about spiritual encounters and psychic experiences on this week's episode of Sole Source.
Have you ever experienced something with the other side? Share it with us on our Facebook page here: https://www.facebook.com/SoleSourcePodcast.
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Katie and Tracy are on the mic pulling up one of their favorite Sole Source episodes. This one focuses on the importance of flexible hours for working women, especially after the changes we've seen following the pandemic.
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Katie and Tracy from the Sole Source team are choosing a favorite throwback episode of Sole Source and this week they've chosen an episode that is relateable to so many out there, Imposter Syndrome.
Sole Source is speaking with the expert on this topic, Valerie Young. She is talking about what Imposter Syndrome is, how to recognize it and how to overcome it so you can achieve your highest potential.
Valerie Young is a national speaker, author and the founder of impostersyndrome.com. She has been featured in TIME Magazine, Newsweek, Cosmopolitan, Redbook and Women's Day. She has been seen on NBC News, heard on BBC radio and even spoke in front of corporations like NASA, Google, Facebook as well as Stanford and Oxford Universities. She is sharing her expertise and years of research on Imposter Syndrome with us on Sole Source.
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Perfection is a status many women feel pressured into achieving, even though it's not attainable. With impossible standards shown all over social media and in magazines, it's hard not to get swept up into it.
Carenda Deonne is here to explain why perfection isn't worth the stress and that there is so much beauty in imperfections.
To learn more about Carenda, visit her website at carendadeonne.com.
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Katie and Tracy are back at it in this episode discussing the pressure to be perfect and its impact on women.
They're discussing how social media adds to the pressure women feel to live up to this standard of perfection.
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Let's talk sleep for a minute. Most people don't get enough sleep and women are notorious for putting everyone's needs above their own so sleep is something many of us go without.
Victoria Lockard is the host of Snoozecast and she is an expert when it comes to getting a good night's rest. Listen to her tips in this episode and if you want to check out one of the sleep stories she is talking about, listen to Snoozecast. You can find it wherever you listen to podcasts.
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Sleep is so important for your mind, body and overall health.
Katie and Tracy from the Sole Source team decided to sit down and talk about some of their own bad sleep habits and how having young kids adds to the disruption of getting a good night's sleep.
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Breaking into a male dominated field is tough as a woman. It's easy to feel out of your element and a little intimidated.
Alice and Doris Ng are the 2 Savvy Sisters and they have broken into the real estate business. They're sharing their stories of how they got their business started in a male dominated field and how being women actually helps them excel amongst the guys.
Connect with the 2 Savvy Sisters:
alice@2savvysisters.com
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Find them on Instagram: @2savvysisters
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We've all heard about putting your wishes out into the universe and manifesting what you want. Well, Dr. Holly Battey, a matchmaker and love coach says she has done this with her husband and she can help you do it too.
If you're still looking for the love of your life definitely give this episode a listen.
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Social media influencers are a huge piece of social media today, and their photos and travel blogs can prompt a lot of us to want a piece of that kind of life. But what exactly goes into being a social media influencer?
Monica Houghton of @fromheretosunday on Instagram shares her story of the good, the bad and the ugly that comes from making a living off of being a nomadic social media travel influencer.
To explore Monica's travels, visit her Instagram and blog.
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Divorce is scary. Going through a divorce when you have mental health concerns can be even scarier. Will the courts see my medication or therapy sessions as negative when reviewing custody arrangements?
Lisa Zeiderman of Miller Zeiderman LLP says that those who are seeking help or have already sought help can actually be seen more favorably by the courts because it shows your willingness and commitment to be healthy and stable.
Listen in as we break down the way courts view mental health.
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The stereotype is that Millennials are broke, living in their parents' basement, eating ramen noodles and peanut butter. Not entirely true but living paycheck-to-paycheck is something that many Millennials can relate to and are not particularly thrilled about.
One Certified Financial Planner (CFP) claims the financial system is working against Millennials and even more so against women. But she says she has a solution.
Sarah Paulson CFP is the owner of Valkyrie Financial and her business model specifically helps Millennial women get their finances in order and prepare for retirement. She says the clock is ticking but with some swift and smart action, Millennials can still live a comfortable life in their golden years.
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This episode is for those who don't mind swearing and getting real.
It is time to be the truest versions of ourselves no matter what others think. We have lives to live and things to do. Let's get to it.
Katie Seller is an author, podcast host and entrepreneur who is throwing the rules out the window and teaching women to get out of their own way and kick ass at life.
Check out Katie's business, Metal Marvels here.
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It's been three months since you all heard Raquel hosting Sole Source but she is back!
Listen in as Raquel and Lisa sit down to talk through Lisa's experience filling in as host while Raquel was out on maternity leave, Raquel's life as a new mom and the exciting new things coming to Sole Source.
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What? Who would plan for a divorce if they’re not planning on divorcing their spouse?
Here’s the thing, divorce doesn’t typically happen out of thin air. It’s a build-up over years of feeling like something might be wrong in the marriage or not working quite as it should be. And knowledge is power. Cliché, but true.
So whether something is just feeling off, you’re considering divorce or you’ve decided to go through with a divorce, it’s a good idea to meet with a lawyer to understand how current issues in your marriage would be addressed in court. Doing this allows you to make informed decisions for yourself and your children in the current state of your marriage.
Listen to Elizabeth Lindsey, attorney and shareholder at Davis, Matthews & Quigley, P.C., as she shares advice on what women should do leading up to or going through a divorce.
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Without a doubt, the travel industry was hit hard by the COVID-19 pandemic. But 2021 is feeling a lot different than 2020. Restrictions continue to be lifted, more people are getting vaccinated, and the travel industry is bouncing back. Bouncing is the keyword there.
Different airlines and travel agencies are still in recovery just like everyone else. So if you’re planning on traveling, you need to be prepared to be flexible and pivot as flights are changed, times are delayed… etc.
Listen in to Rose Gray, Business Relationship Director at Fox World Travel, as she shares tips and gives us a behind-the-scenes look at what travel is like right now.
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Women are strong. We are resilient, and we hold the power to bring new life into this world. And while having a baby is just about as natural as it gets, that doesn’t mean we naturally know what to expect and that we shouldn’t prepare for it. About one-third of birthing people describe their birth experience as traumatic, and too often that’s because we either didn’t know what to expect, we felt like we didn’t have control over what was happening to us, or we felt alone in the process.
The great news is, we can take steps to make sure we have a happy birth day with a positive birth memory.
Sarah Lavonne from Bundle Birth is educating and empowering expecting women and nurses alike to not only make sure labor and delivery ends with a healthy mom and healthy baby but that there’s also a healthy memory to look back on.
To hear more from Sarah, find her on YouTube and Instagram.
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We all get stressed out sometimes, and it can be really hard to get your brain to focus on what you need to get done.
We're sharing our favorite Stephanie Bellin episode, originally published on December 28, 2020, when she took the time to walk us through three exercises in mindfulness that the Sole Source team still uses today.
Have fun participating in this rerun and find some peace during stressful moments in your life.
To learn more about Stephanie Bellin and her services, visit her LinkedIn account here https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephanie-bellin-16b8677/.
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A lot of women feel pressured to choose between career and caring for their families. Can women really have it all?
In our Sole Source episode, first published on December 21, 2020, we talked with Beth Borgen, the first female president at Lakeland University in its more than 100-year history. It has become one of our favorites because Beth is breaking the glass ceiling and shaking things up at the university with a fresh and female perspective - truly setting an example to everyone around her about how we can have a fulfilling career while maintaining work-life balance.
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Listen in to this raw and emotional episode when Keris Myrick talks candidly with us about her story of being diagnosed with schizophrenia, the isolation and embarrassment she felt early on, and the terrifying encounters she’s experienced throughout the years.
She is now using her trauma and courage to give a voice and face to those living with mental illnesses and is advocating for change to create a more supportive and safe environment in the world of behavioral health response.
Learn how you can get involved with The Jed Foundation and make a positive impact on the mental health of teens and young adults: https://www.jedfoundation.org/get-involved/
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You walk into the salon after a long week. Your partner is getting on your nerves, maybe your kids haven’t given you a second of alone time, maybe you live alone and are craving human connection.
“Okay, girl! What are we doing for you today?”
You sink into the salon chair and let it all out to the listening ears of your stylist who is working their magic to bring your hair back to life.
In this episode, we talk with Lauren Mackellar, hairstylist and owner of Studio Meta in Melbourne, Australia, about how important the connection with your hairdresser can become for added support – especially throughout an isolating pandemic.
When you are focused on something, you’re not blinking much, and our eyes have a muscle inside that flexes when you’re looking up close at something. If you’re spending prolonged periods of time looking at a screen like many of us are right now, you’re flexing this muscle all the time without ever giving it a break. Exhausting!
We talk with Dr. Cousineau-Krieger from the National Eye Institute about the increase in eye strain and eye fatigue ophthalmologists have been noticing in the era of COVID-19 when avoiding screens is virtually impossible for many, pun intended.
Listen in for great tips like the 20:20:20 strategy to relax your flex muscle and give your eyes a much-needed break when limiting screen time is just not realistic.
Visit the National Eye Institute at https://www.nei.nih.gov/ for more tips on eye health.
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“Women make financial decisions for the benefit of others at the expense of ourselves.”
Oof… That hits hard. While we’ve made great strides, many women still have internalized feelings about needing to care for others first. Now, that alone isn’t a bad thing. But an important piece that cannot be neglected is having awareness of how caring for others is affecting your own finances.
It is risky to leave yourself in the dark and have someone else control your finances. Divorce happens. Death happens. And having an awareness of how much money you have in various assets, how much money you’re bringing in, and how much money you’re spending is not easily outsourceable like hiring someone to mow your lawn or paint your house.
Tanya Nichols, CFP® is the Founder and President of Align Financial, and she is helping people, especially women, create a healthy relationship with their finances and take ownership of their financial future.
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Industries like the manufacturing industry have a similar model when they start trying to market to women. We’ve all seen the shrink it and pink it technique when an item is made a little smaller and turned pink with “for women” slapped on the label.
Our guest host Lisa Cruz talks with Ana Kraft, founder and CEO of Xena Workwear, about her own frustrating experiences as a project engineer who struggled to find work-appropriate attire that wasn’t pink or designed for men.
If you’re looking for functional and professional workwear that is still stylish, browse through Xena Workwear here: xenaworkwear.com.
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Opioid and substance use disorders were major issues before COVID-19 shook the world. And while everyone is at risk, those already struggling with substance abuse were thrown into a perfect storm.
Experts have tragically observed that a year of isolation and social distancing due to the pandemic has aggravated the Opioid Crisis. In many ways, the stresses of the pandemic pushed people who may have been making progress with their opioid use disorder back toward substance dependency to cope with all that is happening.
In this episode, we're talking with Dr. Halena Gazelka, an anesthesiologist who serves on the Opioid Stewardship Program Subcommittee at the Mayo Clinic.
If you need help with an opioid or a substance use disorder, reach out to the Mayo Clinic at https://www.mayoclinic.org/.
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We’re all feeling the tension in the United States right now. But studies show that much of that divide is coming from our own misperceptions.
Braver Angels, a non-profit de-polarization organization, is confronting the issue head-on with volunteers across the country. By gathering people into groups to host debates and one-on-one conversations, these free workshops aim to teach people how to talk to each other to hear and understand each other’s point of view.
To sign up to listen or participate in a free event, visit https://braverangels.org/.
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Victims of domestic abuse, those battling cancer, and many others living with mental health disorders and deformities are reclaiming their confidence with the help of Hope & Olive Inc.
This non-profit organization based in northeast Wisconsin provides permanent makeup, tattoo removal and areola restoration to women from all walks of life at no cost to them.
In this episode, we'll talk with the founder of Hope & Olive, Jill Ullmer, along with Jodi Meyer (previously seen on The Doctors) who has received services from Hope & Olive as she continues to battle a rare disease called essential tremors.
To learn more about Hope & Olive or to apply for services, visit https://hopeandolive.org/.
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You know that phrase, don't judge a book by its cover? That is exactly what we're talking about in this episode of Sole Source.
Life is messy and a tornado of feelings can come out of the trauma we experience. Without being able to regulate those feelings, they can creep into our behavior that touches all aspects of our lives. It can be confusing to us and to those around us who may not know that our behavior has its roots somewhere else – our trauma.
Jennifer Bartolotta, the owner of Bartolotta & Associates based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, is teaching people about Trauma-Informed Care. This type of training can not only transform a workplace but can also help deescalate problems and prevent major catastrophes from happening.
To book a training session with Jennifer Bartolotta, visit https://bartolottaandassociates.com/.
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Caring for a loved one with a critical or terminal illness often becomes the number one priority in a caregiver’s life. But what we end up seeing is those caregivers pushing aside their own physical and mental needs to focus entirely on providing that care. The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) says self-care is just as important, and we can all take steps to make sure caregivers feel supported and are not ignoring themselves by asking a simple question: How are you feeling right now?
Tune into this episode, requested by a Sole Source listener, to learn different ways we can help the caregivers in our lives.
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You’ve seen him go viral for shutting down female stereotypes on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube and TikTok. Now you get to see him on Sole Source.
That’s right, we’re talking with Scottish vlogger Daniel Euan Henderson about why he has made it his mission to empower women and what he hopes to do in the future.
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Sole Source is turning one this week!
We reminisce about the launch of the show and the original plans that were tossed out the window when the pandemic struck.
In true Sole Source fashion, we have some more changes to adapt to in the next few months. Tune in to this short episode to find out what to expect in the next few weeks.
Thank you so much for a successful first year of Sole Source! We wouldn’t be here without each one of our amazing listeners and subscribers and are so grateful that you continue to share the show with your family and friends!
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You have the experience and the know-how. You’ve put forth substantial effort to get to where you are today. You’ve earned it. But you still feel inadequate… almost like you don’t belong.
You’ve been struck with Imposter Syndrome. It’s an internal struggle that can make you downplay your accomplishments, attributing them to luck. You’re not alone. This phenomenon is felt by many, most commonly among women and minorities, but we can overcome it.
We’re talking with national speaker and author Valerie Young, founder of impostersyndrome.com. She has been featured in TIME Magazine, Newsweek, Cosmopolitan, Redbook and Women's Day. She has been seen on NBC News, heard on BBC radio and even spoke in front of corporations like NASA, Google, Facebook as well as Stanford and Oxford Universities. She is sharing her expertise and years of research on Imposter Syndrome with us on Sole Source.
To book a speaking opportunity with Dr. Valerie Young, visit https://impostorsyndrome.com/contact/.
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The healthcare system in the United States is broken and women in particular are paying the price.
Women make most of the decisions on healthcare for their families and often will use healthcare longer due to outliving their male counterparts. Yet a Commonwealth Fund study found nearly half of U.S. women report problems paying medical bills.
So how can we make healthcare more attainable and affordable for everyone?
Dr. Daniel Sem is the Dean and Professor of Business at Concordia University, Director of the Rx ThinkTank and coauthor of the book "Purple Solutions." He is sharing what he believes is the way to start to correct this broken system that he claims can't withstand another 10-years at this rate.
To learn more or order the book "Purple Solutions," visit https://purplesolutions.org/about-us.
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Dr. Anne Marie Alabano with the JED Foundation is talking about ways to know if your child is depressed and what you can do about it. There are several solutions to try to help kids feel better during this difficult time and we are breaking them all down in this week's podcast.
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WARNING: This episode is not for children.
Sole Source is getting into all the intimate and dirty details about sex during a pandemic. People are horny, stress levels are high and sexual frustrations are rising.
If you're a couple, you may have seen your sex life stall, we're talking about that. What can you do to relight that flame?
If you're single and ready to mingle, but can't mingle, we're talking about that. Dating is hard right now, but it can be done, find out how.
Dr. Karen Stewart is a nationally renowned clinical psychologist out of Los Angeles who specializes in sex and couples therapy. She has been featured in shows such as "The Doctors," "TLC," "Good Morning America," "VH1" and "Bravo TV" as well as in publications like "Redbook Magazine," "Women's Health," and "Good Housekeeping."
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Generational expert, Jessica Stollings-Holder is back on Sole Source, but this time she is talking about coming together.
The United States is in a very divided place right now, there is no denying this. People are arguing on just about every topic, yet the President is calling for unity. How can we unite when we can't even listen to the other side?
Jessica is breaking down a four-step process that can help with any disagreement. She believes by retraining your brain to behave just slightly differently we can all have a better outcome when we don't see eye-to-eye with someone.
For more information on this four-step process or to contact Jessica for an in-company training, visit https://jessicastollingsholder.com/.
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Sarah Thomas is breaking the glass ceiling in the National Football League (NFL) by being the first female referee to work a Super Bowl, during Super Bowl LV!
She has been raising the bar for women in officiating however for years, dating back to 2015. At that time, Thomas was the first woman to be added to the NFL officiating roster. She made history again in 2018 as the first full-time female official in NFL history to ever officiate a Divisional NFL Playoff Game.
Now as she makes history again, Thomas wants to thank the men who helped her achieve this success and show women and young girls that with hard work and determination anything is possible.
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COVID-19 is spreading within the Black and Brown communities at a much higher rate than other neighborhoods. What is the reason for this? How come people in these inner city areas are seeing higher rates of the disease, when the disease itself doesn't choose skin color?
The Mayo Clinic is working with churches in the Jacksonville, Florida area to help combat this issue. According to sources there, there are several factors that play a role in the spread of COVID-19 and why numbers are on the rise in these areas. By working together the medical community and the faith community believe they can bring this trajectory down.
Listen to Dr. Ivan Porter, a clinician researcher with the Mayo Clinic and Reverend Dr. David Green Sr. of St. Stephen African Methodist Episcopal (AME) Church of Jacksonville, Florida as they discuss the process they are taking and how other communities can do the same.
If you would like to learn more about how COVID-19 is disproportionately impacting the Black and Brown communities in the U.S., check out the Mayo Clinic's Town Hall sessions here: https://www.mayo.edu/research/centers-programs/center-for-health-equity-community-engagement-research/events.
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We're talking mental health, depression, abuse and a suicide attempt with ABC's chief meteorologist, Ginger Zee.
It's hard to believe she struggles with mental health issues because often times it's easy to assume people who appear to have it all are happy. But as she explains mental health can impact anyone at any time.
This podcast was recorded with Ginger Zee in March of 2020, but her story resonates with people from all walks of life.
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It's a stressful time and it's only made more stressful by being confined into your house with your partner 24/7. We love our partners. We do really, but those small things that used to be sort of annoying now seem to be incredibly irritating.
Licensed couples therapist, Laura Demetrician is speaking with Sole Source about ways to cope and deal with being together all the time, instead of calling it quits or losing your cool on each other.
The original version of this episode aired in July 2020, but as the Sole Source crew works to secure new guests for 2021, enjoy this throwback episode!
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We're all anxious for life to go back to "normal" whatever that will look like. The first step in that process is getting kids back to school, in-person, learning the way they traditionally learned. However, we are still in the midst of a global pandemic and waiting for vaccines to rollout to the general public.
Still, many schools are bringing kids back in the new year to in-person classes. This can cause stress and anxiety for both parents and children, despite excitement about being back to class.
Dr. Krystal Lewis from the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) spoke with Sole Source in the fall about these stressors for parents and children, how to recognize them and how to cope with them. Now as kids prepare to go back to school in-person again following the holidays, we thought this would be a good podcast to rerun while we work to line up new guests for you all in 2021!
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The fearless leader of Red Shoes Inc., the company who makes Sole Source possible, is back!
This time Lisa is talking about running an all-female small business that has been able to maintain its earnings, while adding additional staff members and working remotely for the past year during a global pandemic. It has not been easy, but Lisa is discussing how Red Shoes has done this and more and why she believes it's working for women and is a model that can be replicated by other companies.
To learn more about Red Shoes Inc. and Lisa Cruz, visit https://redshoespinc.com/.
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She was our guest once before but Stephanie Bellin is back to show us how to practice mindfulness during stressful times.
In this episode of Sole Source Stephanie is walking us through three exercises in mindfulness, each with a different purpose.
This is one episode you won't be able to just listen to. You need to participate to feel the full impact of these easy, simple and free mindfulness practices.
To learn more about Stephanie Bellin and her services, visit her LinkedIn account here https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephanie-bellin-16b8677/.
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This pandemic has forced many women to choose between career and caring for their families. It seems to be taking an unfair toll on women and according to one article, written in the Atlantic by Anne-Marie Slaughter, "Women still can't have it all."
The article states that in order for women to have it all they must have a flexible profession. We posed this question to our followers in the Sole Source Society and many of you disagreed with the author.
That brings us to our guest for this week's podcast, Beth Borgen, first female president at Lakeland University in its more than 100-year history. Beth is breaking the glass ceiling and shaking things up at the university with a fresh and female perspective and she says it's something she hopes to see other companies implement in the future.
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As the holidays are upon us and we enter cold and flu season in the midst of a global pandemic, there is no more important time than now to give your immune system a boost.
Stephanie Matulle is the owner of Arise Balanced Wellness and she is a certified Ayurveda practitioner. The practice of Ayurveda allows for natural immune system support and tailored approaches to individuals to ensure a healthy lifestyle.
Matulle says her family only gets sick once a year on average and they never fully get sick because they are able to nip a cold in the butt early due to this Ayurveda practice. She is sharing her tips with us in this episode.
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So many of us have older adult loved ones in assisted living centers or nursing homes and during this pandemic seeing them can be challenging.
Dr. Craig Thomas serves as the Center for Disease Control's (CDC) director of population health within the CDC's National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion. He is speaking with Sole Source about a growing problem of social isolation and loneliness within in the older adult population and how it poses serious risks to the public's health.
A recent study from the National Academy of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine shows that before COVID-19 social isolation was associated with 50% increased risk of dementia. And, it's likely even worse now. However, there are ways to combat loneliness and the symptoms that can result in the older population even with social distancing measures recommended by the CDC.
For information on the older adult population at social isolation, visit cdc.gov/aging.
CDC COVID-19 resources can be found here, cdc.gov/coronavirus.
Resources for older adult isolation and loneliness include:
Area Agencies of Aging (AAA)
Alzheimer's Association - offers a 24/7 helpline at 1 (800) 272-3900.
Eldercare Locator - free national service helping find local resources for seniors such as financial support, caregiving services and transportation.
AARP - provides helpful information to seniors to improve quality of life and provides access to Community Connection Tools.
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In this episode of Sole Source we're speaking with Karlene Grabner, director of donor services for the Oshkosh Area Community Foundation Women's Fund, about isolation.
Isolation is a big problem as people are being asked to quarantine and avoid interacting in person, but it was an even bigger problem before this pandemic struck. Many felt isolated even when surrounded by hundreds of people. How is this possible? We'll explain in this episode.
For more information about the Women's Fund of the Oshkosh Area Community Foundation, visit www.women.oshkoshareacf.org.
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This episode is extra special to the Sole Source team because we are speaking to one of our own. In this week's episode of Sole Source Maria Nelson, Red Shoes Inc.'s agency director is sharing her battle over the past year with breast cancer and speaking about what she has learned in regards to gratefulness.
During this Thanksgiving week, it's important to look back on the past year, and although 2020 has been difficult for many, find the reasons to be grateful for what we do have. Maria explains how she learned to see the silver linings during the bleakest of times.
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Josh Kozlowski is the owner of Nature's Best Floral & Boutique in Green Bay, Wisconsin and he is making it his mission to support other small businesses during this holiday season. He has started a campaign on his own business social media pages to encourage people to shop and eat local.
Kozlowski knows first hand the challenges small business owners have faced this year and he thinks by supporting each other and showing a little love for these businesses, we can all help our communities thrive.
To learn more about Nature's Best Floral & Boutique or this initiative, visit https://naturesbestfloralgb.com/.
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Three-time Emmy nominated journalist and published Forbes author, Allison Norlian talks with us on Sole Source about having a sibling with a disability and what some of the challenges are for that community. She is sharing her story in the hopes of normalizing disabilities and the stories about them.
She is speaking at the WisconSibs fundraiser, Sibling Voices: Stories of Hope event on November 17 at 6 p.m CST.
To register for this virtual event, visit https://wisconsibs.weshareonline.org/SiblingVoices.
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In this episode of Sole Source we're talking with Bellin Hospital's infectious disease specialist, Dr. Michael Landrum.
Dr. Landrum gets real and honest about why COVID-19 cases in Wisconsin continue to rise as the dairy state remains one of the hottest hot spots in the U.S. for COVID-19. We also talked about heading into the holidays and what that could look like as well as the toll the battle on COVID-19 is having on medical staff. We also discussed if cases continue to rise what could happen to hospitals and what that means for you if we can't get COVID-19 under control.
Sole Source wants to extend a huge thank you to all medical staff who are on the front lines fighting COVID-19 and saving lives every day. You guys are the real heroes.
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COVID-19 is shaping our current and future generations and that is going to have a huge impact on what our world looks like post-pandemic. In Episode 6 of Sole Source, we're talking with generations expert, Jessica Stollings-Holder, founder of ReGenerations about what COVID-19 means and how it will change our world.
This episode was first published on April 27, 2020.
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Sole Source is speaking with the League of Women Voters of Appleton, Wisconsin about all things election day.
This is a non-biased, non-partisan interview outlining how to register, what rights you have as a voter and how to weed out fake news from real news to make the most educated decision on your ballot this year.
For information on voting and voter registration, visit vote411.org.
If you want information on the League of Women Voters, visit lwv.org.
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Do you find yourself even more anxious than normal these days? Anxiety is a real problem in the U.S. and a lot of it stems from overstimulation. We are receiving information at nearly every turn, so how do you make sure you are getting the correct and accurate information to make the best decisions for you and your family.
Phillip Clampitt, University of Wisconsin- Green Bay communication department chair and Blaire endowed professor is helping people sift through the noise and hype and find a sense of calm while also learning to think critically.
To read Phil's book, "Clear Thinking in an Age of Hype, Nonsense & Anxiety" visit https://www.clearthinkingtoday.com/.
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Vicki Updike, owner of New Sage Strategies LLC, is talking with us on Sole Source about what holds women back from becoming the leaders they were born to be. She is hosting a Women's Leadership Conference on October 15 to help women empower themselves to go for those challenging moments that many fear to go after.
To learn more about New Sage Strategies, visit https://www.newsagestrategies.com/.
To register for the Women's Leadership Conference on October 15, visit https://womensleadershipwi.com/registration/.
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Two business owners under the age of 30-years-old, Joel and Tamrah Ellenbecker own Fortitude Krav Maga in Neenah, Wisconsin.
They opened their training facility right before the COVID-19 pandemic forced businesses to shut down. As a fitness facility, things were bleak but through the use of fortitude and lessons they learned through years of martial arts training, they were able to not only keep their doors open and keep everyone safe, but also have record numbers of new members all while many businesses were forced to close.
They are sharing with Sole Source how they did it in this episode.
If you would like to learn more about Fortitude or take a free introductory class, visit https://fortitudekravmaga.com/.
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With an aging workforce and not enough people in line to fill those jobs, the United States' manufacturing sector is facing a crisis.
As Ann Franz, executive director of the Northeast Wisconsin (N.E.W.) Manufacturing Alliance states, manufacturing is the backbone of the U.S. and without these jobs, many of the products we use would not be available. During the pandemic, manufacturers were many times considered essential workers, making much of the needed personal protective equipment, ventilators and other products needed for health care workers.
Ann is talking to us about what these jobs are really like, what a career in manufacturing could mean for you and how manufacturing jobs have completely changed since the 1900's.
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Are you finding it a little hard to live in the moment right now? Is stress weighing you down causing anxiety to run rampant and depression to sink in?
If that sounds like you than you will want to list to this episode of Sole Source with Stephanie Bellin of Bellin Training Solutions. She is a corporate trainer and HR consultant who helps businesses and individuals thrive. One of the topics she speaks on often is mindfulness, self-care and being present in the moment and you are going to love her no bull approach.
To learn more about Stephanie and her mindfulness programs, connect with her on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephanie-bellin-16b8677/.
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We're talking with the international vice-president of the United Steelworkers' union (USW) in this week's episode of Sole Source. It's Labor Day and this holiday wouldn't exist if it wasn't for the unions, nor would many work privileges most of us take for granted each and every day.
Although labor unions have come a long way, there is still a long way to go when it comes to women's equality and COVID-19 resources for union workers. To learn about what a union can do for you and how the union is taking COVID-19 head on, give this week's episode a listen.
For more information on the Steelworkers' Union, visit https://www.usw.org/join.
To learn about COVID-19 resources the union has available to members, visithttps://www.usw.org/members/coronavirus-resources.
To learn how women can get involved with the Steelworkers' Union, visit https://www.usw.org/act/activism/women-of-steel.
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In this episode of Sole Source we're talking with Johanna Garton, author of the book "Edge of the Map." This book tells the story of Christine Boskoff, an Appleton, Wisconsin native who became a national mountain climber. Unfortunately, Christine and her partner died in an avalanche a few years back, but her legacy still lives on today.
What is the importance of being resilient in the face of adversity? How does human endurance keep us going? What lasting image will your legacy be?
We discuss these topics and more with Johanna Garton. To learn more about her or to purchase her book, "Edge of the Map," visit https://johannagarton.com/eotm/edge-of-the-map. A portion of all proceeds from purchases of "Edge of the Map" will benefit the Women's Fund for the Fox Valley Region.
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Parents are stressed out. Kids are anxious and stir-crazy and it's all the perfect storm for anxiety as families start the new school year during COVID-19.
We're talking with Dr. Krystal Lewis from the National Institute of Mental Health about ways to get through the school year for parents, young kids and teens whether you're going back virtually or in-person.
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In this episode of Sole Source we're speaking with Julie Keller, the executive director of the Women's Fund for the Fox Valley Region about COVID-19's impact on women and girls. Studies have shown women are being disproportionately impacted by this virus, whether it's through higher rates of job loss or more work being taken on inside the home in addition to working a full-time job.
The idea for this podcast came after reading an op-ed in the New York Times by food blogger, Deb Perelman titled "In the COVID-19 Economy, You Can Have A Kid Or A Job. You Can't Have Both."
To learn more or to register for the Women's Fund for the Fox Valley Region Luncheon, click this link: https://www.womensfundfvr.org/luncheon/virtual/.
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In this episode of Sole Source we're talking with Jason Rae, president and CEO of the Wisconsin LGBT Chamber of Commerce.
He breaks down the Supreme Court's ruling against discrimination for the LGBTQ+ community in the workplace and outlines what strides still need to be taken to achieve true equality for everyone.
To learn more about the Wisconsin LGBT Chamber of Commerce, visit https://wislgbtchamber.com/.
To find a LGBT Chamber of Commerce near you, visit https://www.nglcc.org/.
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In episode 20 of Sole Source we're talking about the upcoming school year. What is the best decision for kids? Should they go back to brick and mortar classes or is virtual learning safer?
We're speaking to Andrew Spar, vice president of the Florida Education Association (FEA). The largest teacher's union in the Sunshine State is suing the Governor of Florida, Ron Desantis as well as Commissioner Richard Corcoran, The Florida Department of Education, The Florida State Board of Education and Miami-Dade County Mayor Carlos Gimenez in an effort FEA says is to safeguard the health and welfare of public school students, educators and the community at large.
To learn more about this lawsuit and how it is impacting the upcoming school year, click here.
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Is your small business struggling while COVID-19 wages on? Is financing running out? The Wisconsin Women's Business Initiative Corporation (WWBIC) has a COVID-19 Loan Program.
Melanie Manuel owns Celesta Restaurant a vegan restaurant and small business in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. She says WWBIC has helped her keep her doors open and taught her how to fill out certain government forms so she can eliminate some stress and put her focus on innovative ways to move her business forward and support causes she cares about, like the Black Lives Matter movement which went right past her restaurant numerous times.
To learn more about Celesta Restaurant or how you can support this small business, visit https://www.celesta.restaurant/.
To learn more about WWBIC and its COVID-19 Loan Program, visit https://www.wwbic.com/covid-19-resources/.
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Whether you're a new business owner looking to start your dream job or a long-time business just looking to improve, the Wisconsin Women Business Initiative Corporation (WWBIC) can help.
WWBIC provides individuals with financial resources, education and training. They specifically focus on women business owners and minorities, however everyone is welcome.
To learn more about WWBIC and its services, visit www.wwbic.org.
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It seems like everything is going virtual these days, but if you're planning on hosting a virtual event, how do you prevent virtual meeting fatigue? How can you build a community online when everyone seems to be trying to do the same thing?
The Nest, a female co-working space in Green Bay, Wisconsin has successfully created an online community that is thriving, despite the current pandemic's impact on businesses and events. We're speaking with Jess Hopp and Alex VandeHei, two of the four women who co-own The Nest together on how they're doing it in episode 17 of Sole Source.
To learn more about The Nest, visit https://thenestcc.com/.
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Are you finding your patience is wearing thin? Is your partner getting on your nerves? How about your kids, are they a little stressed out?
Quarantining with your family is great for a while, but as the pandemic lingers on, people's fuzes are getting shorter. We spoke with Laura Demetrician, licensed couples therapist on how we can get along with each other and not end up splitting up when this is over.
To contact Laura for an appointment, visit https://laurademetricianlmft.weebly.com/.
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In episode 15 of Sole Source we're talking to our listeners and showcasing two sides to a heated debate that has taken the world by storm. How many people are wearing face masks? Why are people choosing to go out and not wear masks despite medical advice? Which side are you on?
For these answers and more, we go straight to the people, in this week's episode of Sole Source.
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June is Dairy Month and dairy farmers are undergoing a huge change right now. The way people eat and consume products has changed, possibly forever. What is that doing to the food industry? What can lawmakers do to help farmers continue to move product forward? Do we have a food shortage in the U.S. and will it be a problem for shoppers at the grocery store?
Amy Eckelberg with the Wisconsin Farm Bureau Federation breaks it all down in the second installment of Dairy Month Part 2 on Sole Source.
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Are we facing a food shortage? Why were grocery store shelves across the U.S. empty and will that happen again? Is there enough food to go around?
Wisconsin Farm Bureau Federation spokesperson and a farmer's daughter, Amy Eckelberg breaks it all down for us in episode 13 of Sole Source.
To learn more about the Wisconsin Farm Bureau Federation, visit https://wfbf.com/.
For the mental health resources for farmers Amy mentions in this podcast, visit https://wfbf.com/rural-resilience/ or https://datcp.wi.gov/Pages/Growing_WI/FarmCenterOverview.aspx.
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Small businesses are facing more pressure than they ever have before and it's changing the landscape for small business owners, particularly female small business owners. Red Shoes Inc.'s owner and president, Lisa Cruz is talking about this monumental shift in the way small businesses operate and celebrating 12-years of being a small business owner herself. Lisa's business, Red Shoes Inc, a leading communication agency specializing in crisis communications, public relations and social media is the company that makes Sole Source possible.
Additionally, Sole Source is sharing a BIG ANNOUNCEMENT for women-owned business owners.
Learn more about Red Shoes Inc. and its services here: https://redshoespr.com/.
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In episode 11 of Sole Source we're talking about the millions of people who are out of work and what job searching and interviewing looks like in a world where nearly everything has gone virtual. Where are the opportunities? Where are the setbacks? We break it all down with owner of The Essay Expert and published author of, "How to Write a Killer LinkedIn Profile", Brenda Bernstein.
Connect with Brenda on LinkedIn or Facebook below:
LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/in/brendabernstein
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheEssayExpert/.
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Coming out of quarantine and dealing with the stress of the past few months has taken a toll on all of us and one of the biggest battles besides trying not to get sick has been trying not to gain the dreaded COVID 15. Those pesky pounds that seem to creep up is the topic of episode 10 of Sole Source. We're talking with Devan and Kevin, husband and wife duo and owners of Journey Active Kettlebell Studio in La Crosse, Wisconsin about ways you can shed those pounds or prevent gaining them all together.
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In this episode of Sole Source we're talking with a spokesperson from a domestic abuse shelter about how state Safer at Home orders during the COVID-19 pandemic don't necessarily mean everyone is safer at home. We're also talking about procedures in place at domestic abuse shelters to keep victims safe during this pandemic and resources available for those in need.
If you or someone you know needs help, contact Harbor House at harborhousewi.org or call the National Domestic Abuse Hotline at 1-800-799-7233.
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What are the best ways to help someone who is grieving the death of a loved one? How can you grieve when you can't even hold a funeral? In this episode of Sole Source we're talking about grief, death and loss in the midst of a global pandemic.
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Episode 7 is our second installment of a two-part interview with Good Morning America's chief meteorologist, Ginger Zee. She shares her battle with depression, the abusive relationship she was in and why she checked herself into a mental health hospital right before taking her job at Good Morning America. We're shedding a light on these issues that are impacting so many through the stories of one of America's favorite meteorologists.
(This interview was recorded on April 6, 2020).
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COVID-19 is shaping our current and future generations and that is going to have a huge impact on what our world looks like post-pandemic. In Episode 6 of Sole Source, we're talking with generations expert, Jessica Stollings-Holder, founder of ReGenerations about what COVID-19 means and how it will change our world.
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In this episode ABC Good Morning America's chief meteorologist, Ginger Zee talks about having COVID-19 and how this global pandemic compares to the natural disasters she covers every day.
(This interview was recorded on April 6, 2020).
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In this episode of Sole Source we're talking about battling addiction during a pandemic. Isolation can be hard for anyone but for those battling addiction right now things can be extra hard. We talked with addiction recovery coach, Jesse Heffernan to find out how those fighting to overcome addiction can overcome the isolation obstacle and how friends and family can help make sure they succeed.
If you or someone you know is battling addiction, here are a few resources that can help:
Solutions Recovery Inc. http://sri-wi.org/
Helios Addiction Recovery Services https://www.heliosrecovery.com/
DarJune Recovery Support Services & Cafe https://www.darjune.org/
WisHope https://www.wishope.org/
Apricity Residential Treatment https://apricityrecovery.com/.
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In this episode Sole Source speaks with former NBC TODAY show correspondent and ABC News One anchor, Diana Alvear. We're talking about all things journalism, burnout in the media business, fake news, reporting during COVID-19 and overall just giving reporters a little love.
If you're a reporter and you would like to reach out to Diana Alvear, you can find her on LinkedIn.
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This episode focuses on the anxiety and stress business owners are dealing with during COVID-19 and ways they can cope with those stressors. Sole Source speaks with Julie Fischer, founder and therapist at Full Circle Counseling Services LLC in Appleton, Wisconsin for insight on how to destress.
To book an appointment with Full Circle Counseling Services, visit http://www.fullcirclecounselingservices.com/.
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This episode of Sole Source explores the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the homeless population, how shelters are dealing with the influx of people they're seeing and how the community can come together to help during this time of need.
If you find it in your heart to make a donation to the Pillars shelter, go to www.pillarsinc.org/donate.
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