The Ladyboss Podcast: Recent Episodes
Ladyboss Midwest
Welcome to Ladyboss Midwest, a community built to connect and empower women. In this podcast, co-founders Laura Caroon and Danyel Moe talk to Ladybosses: empowered women, confident in their abilities and instinct, boldly leading with heart and integrity. @ladybossmidwest // ladybossmidwest.com
In this episode, Melanie is joined by Taya Spelhaug, the 2019 YWCA Woman of the Year in Science and Technology and current Microsoft TechSpark Manager for North Dakota. Taya shares more about opportunities for Women in Technology, how board participation changes a woman’s career, and practical steps women can build their network and increase their impact in their community.
In this episode, we are joined by Ruth Ann Buffalo, the first Native American Democratic woman elected to the North Dakota Legislature. Ruth Ann shares her journey growing up in Mandaree, North Dakota, and the influence of her family in her life and work. She talks about her passion for community work and improving the quality of life for all North Dakotans. We delve into the importance of preserving Native American languages and the history behind it, and the vision behind the implementation of the missing persons database in North Dakota. Ruth Ann also shares her work in anti-trafficking and addressing the behavioral needs of incarcerated adults. We discuss her vision for ensuring students in rural areas have the same opportunities as those in larger schools.
In our Ladyboss Rapid Fire segment, Ruth Ann shares her advice for women who feel powerless in a system that has forgotten them, why women should get involved in politics in North Dakota, and how she fights against imposter syndrome to remain confident in her work. Tune in to hear Ruth Ann's inspiring story of resilience and advocacy. Don't forget to follow, like, and subscribe to support Ruth Ann's work in North Dakota.
Tom Stadum is a third-generation financial advisor and the Founder and CEO of Fjell Capital, a financial advisory firm that helps clients take control of their finances and make informed investment decisions. With over a decade of experience in the finance industry, Tom is passionate about empowering people to achieve their financial goals and overcome their lack of confidence when it comes to money matters.
In this episode, Tom shares his expert insights on how to overcome financial insecurity and take control of your finances. He provides practical tips and actionable advice on budgeting, investing, and building financial confidence, so you can make the most of your money and achieve your financial goals.
Whether you're just starting out on your financial journey or looking to take your finances to the next level, Tom's advice will help you navigate the complex world of finance with confidence and clarity. Tune in to this episode to learn from one of the industry's top financial advisors and start taking control of your finances today!
Tom is a Registered Representative of Sanctuary Securities Inc. and Investment Advisor Representative of Sanctuary Advisors, LLC. Securities offered through Sanctuary Securities, Inc., Member FINRA, SIPC. Advisory services offered through Sanctuary Advisors, LLC., an SEC Registered Investment Advisor. Fjell Capital is a DBA of Sanctuary Securities, Inc. and Sanctuary Advisors, LLC.
In this episode, guest Nikki Berglund discusses her journey as a third-generation owner of Bernie's Wines and Liquors, a local restaurant Luna Fargo, and several other local restaurants in town. Nikki talks about her passion for good wine, good food, and good people, and how she takes care of her employees, her community, and the environment. She shares her experiences in the wine business, her level one sommelier certification, and her love for yoga. Nikki also talks about taking over the family business from her dad and the transition from living in Colorado to moving back to Fargo. Tune in to learn more about Nikki's journey and her passion for food and wine.
Born and raised in China, Vivian is an immigrant entrepreneur and the founder of Kota Botanics™. In this episode, Vivian dishes on international marraige, running a company that supports holistic health in women and men in the Midwest, and the joys of moving from Bejing to Fargo, North Dakota.
Hannah Lange, the Venture Financing Manager of the North Dakota Development Fund, expounds on venture capital and financing available to small business owners in the Midwest, building confidence in personal budgeting and overcoming statistics for women in leadership and finances.
Happy International Women's Day, Ladybosses! Today I am joined by Nyamal Dei, founder of Kondial Kel International, has participated in leadership development with the New Leadership Development Institute at MSUM and the Change Network. She has served as a former humanitarian deputy for the Alliance of South Sudanese in Dysphoria and was elected to the Fargo School Board of Education in 2022. She is believed to be the first black woman of color ever to be elected to any official in Fargo since 1871.
In this episode, Nyamal talks about her experience escaping the war in Sudan as a child and how she got to America. She touches on the trauma, the culture differences, how she founded her organization and how she’s looking to grow our community.
Lisa Budeau is a household name in Fargo with over 25 years of experience in radio and TV. In this podcast, she discusses the pros and cons of media, how she navigates life as a #girlmom, and the sacrifices it takes to live a balanced life.
Trever Hill, an HGTV candidate, principal interior design consultant, and serial entrepreneur, digs deep into the dirt on working with a production company to pursue a TV series, expounds on building a family of brands, and dishes on why it's been so important to collaborate with his competition.
Karli Moch, with BIO Girls, shares a deeper dive into her battle through breakthrough with her life-threatening autoimmune disease, her adoption story, and her positive faith-filled outlook on life.
It’s no secret that Valentine’s Day can be tough on a lot of people. Single or not.Melanie Iverson, our Executive Director, sits down for a fireside chat to discuss all things relationships this Valentine’s Day season.In this session, she talks about breaking up with shame, fear and anxiety around all relationships. She deep dives into the work it takes – and the years it took – to overcome the lies she believed about herself, her worth as a person andultimately how shifting your focus can build confidence in all areas of your life.
Amanda McKinnon Shilling, Owner of Mint Brand Marketing is a risk taker, a magic maker, and business and booty shaker. Today she's interviewed on the Ladyboss Lifestyle Podcast and dishes on post-partum body acceptance, gratitude in life and business, and the beauty of a blended family.
In this episode of the Ladyboss Lifestyle Podcast, Melanie interviews Meagan McDougall with High Point Networks. Meagan touches on training for a marathon, getting her colors read and what it's like working for a family business.
In this episode of the Ladyboss Lifestyle Podcast, Melanie dives deep with long time friend Kristi Anderson. They wade through deep topics that include addiction, sobriety, domestic violence, PTSD, and therapy.
If you're a local woman dealing with abuse and need help, please contact the Rape and Abuse Crisis Center at (701) 293-7273. Please do not suffer alone. We love you, Ladyboss.
This week’s episode Melanie Iverson chats with Allison Grippe, founder and owner of YUJ Yoga Studio located in The Mosaic District. With the new year comes new self-care practices. Listen to learn more.
On this week's episode, Melanie Iverson is joined with Melissa Smith, founder and owner of Simply Well with Melissa. They sit down and talk about all things health such as mental health after babies, postpartum depression, being a doula and using food as medicine.
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On this episode of the Ladyboss podcast, Melanie is joined by Michelle Cody, the studio director of Fly Fitness. They talk about the importance of moving your body, taking a new approach to exercise, and much more.
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On this episode of the Ladyboss podcast, Melanie Iverson is joined by Jesse Aamodt, a former Mrs. North Dakota International and the morning show host with 106.9 The Eagle. They chat about pageant life, balancing work and hobbies, and upcoming Ladyboss events.
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Melanie Iverson is joined by Kate Baldock. They sit down and discuss running a creative agency, being a new mom, and playing the great game of golf.
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Melanie Iverson is joined by her sister, Danielle Gibbens. Throughout the episode they discuss growing up in a cult, Danielle’s experience working as a pediatric nurse throughout COVID, and much more!
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Welcome to the Ladyboss Lifestyle podcast! In part 2 of our introductory episode, we’re turning the tables and handing the mic to fellow Ladyboss Jessie Aamodt to get to know our new executive director, Melanie Iverson. They chat about business ownership, growing up in a cult, and the future of Ladyboss Lifestyle.
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Welcome to the Ladyboss Lifestyle podcast! In this introductory episode, we’re turning the tables and handing the mic to fellow Ladyboss Jessie Aamodt to get to know our new executive director, Melanie Iverson. They chat about business ownership, growing up in a cult, and the future of Ladyboss Lifestyle.
Looking for more? Join the Ladyboss community and don’t miss our grand opening on December 15th!
Wearing clothes that you love can feel empowering. But what about clothes that function as well as they look? Sounds like a dream. In this episode, we’ll be joined by the co-founders of PWR WMN, Kimberly Borges and Miriam McDonald. PWR WMN was created by two best friends who wanted a simple thing: pockets in their blazers. Listen in to hear their journey to building a women’s clothing brand that creates fun, feminine, and functional blazers with real pockets that cater to a woman’s actual needs.
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Connect with Kimberly and Miriam on social: @pwr_wmn
Shop PWR WMN: https://www.pwrwmn.shop/
One of our favorite things is talking with entrepreneurs… hearing their path, what they’ve learned along the way, and what they’re most excited about for the future.
In this episode, we talk with Brianne Osowski, founder of Tailorie, about how her team is creating a new way to get customized recommendations on brands and products, her journey as an entrepreneur, and why championing entrepreneurial women is so important. FOLLOW LADYBOSS MIDWEST: ladybossmidwest.com // FIND US ON INSTAGRAM: @ladybossmidwest
Learn more about Tailorie:
https://www.tailorie.com/
@tailorie
Elpha community for women in tech mentioned by Brianne:
https://elpha.com/
Though Indigenous people make up just 1% of the state's population, Indigenous women are seven times more likely than white women to be murdered in Minnesota. In this episode, Minnesota state Sen. Mary Kunesh joins us to talk about the root causes of this crisis, what is being done to address it, and what we can do to change this narrative for future generations of Indigenous girls and women.
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Think you’re too young to start thinking about menopause? Think again. Women can begin experiencing perimenopause symptoms as early as their mid-thirties. In this episode of the Ladyboss Podcast, our guest Siri Thaden, manager of Women’s Medicine at Sanford Health, talks all things menopause: why it shouldn’t be a taboo topic and what you can start doing now to prepare your mind and body for that transition.
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Connect with Siri:
@sirithaden on Instagram
Sanford Women’s Health
https://www.sanfordhealth.org/medical-services/womens
Do you take the time to celebrate your accomplishments? Do you reflect on what went well and spend some time enjoying the feeling of satisfaction of a job well done or a goal achieved? In this episode of the Ladyboss Podcast, our guest Katie Olson Munion of Dale Carnegie of ND & Northwest MN joins us to talk about why celebration is so important, why we find it so hard to do, and how we can all get better at celebrating. Confetti optional.
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Connect with Katie:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/katiemunion/
northdakota.dalecarnegie.com
As Ladybosses, we’re often drawing on our creativity to spark ideas, implement new ways of doing things, inspire others and ignite joy. But what if you’re having trouble finding that spark? In this episode, I’m excited to be joined by Michael Kithcart to talk about finding your spark or mojo, defining success on our own terms, and creating your own paths to joy.
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Connect with Michael:
LinkedIn: @Michaelkithcart
Instagram: @michaelkithcart
Facebook: @michaelwkithcartbiz
Website: michaelwkithcart.com
In 2022, it’s essential to focus on our mental and physical health. Pushing through pain and putting ourselves at the bottom of the list just isn’t working. It’s time to breathe some fresh air back into our routines! (Literally.) In this episode, Nine-Four Coaching founder Sarah Skedsvold joins me on the podcast to talk about her approach to movement, getting out in nature, and what forest bathing is all about.
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Women deserve to feel they are “doing enough.” Impossibly high standards and the never-ending grind is coming at a cost to our wellbeing. In today’s episode, Kelsey Buell and Grace Lange from The Burnout Prevention Project join me to talk about hustle culture, being paralyzed by perfect, and how to keep burnout at bay.
More about The Burnout Prevention Project: https://burnoutpreventionproject.com/
Register for the Women’s Goal Setting Summit: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2022-womens-goal-setting-summit-tickets-176516474527
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Waiting around at the clinic just to be told to go home and rest is frustrating. This episode’s guest has found a way to get reliable test results without going to the doctor’s office. Patty Post is the Founder and CEO of Checkable Medical, a North Dakota-based startup that is developing an at-home, over-the-counter rapid strep test, and rapid COVID antibody test. Tune in to hear the future of rapid testing and how she is building her new business.
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What comes to mind when you think of a leader? It’s time to leave the “pale, male, and stale” stereotypes in the past and make way for inclusion, authenticity, transparency, and heart. Shannon Full, Fargo-Moorhead-West Fargo Chamber President & CEO joins us to share her experiences of weathering storms, leading in male-dominated spaces, and give her advice on how you can be a better leader in your community or organization.
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Are you at the top of your list of priorities? In year two of a global pandemic, many women are finding their mental, physical and spiritual wellness slipping. In this episode, guest co-host Sadie Rudolph joins Mariah Prussia and Saree Janz to talk about whole woman wellness and the Ladyboss Wellness Lab.
Are you good about getting your annual exams and talking to your doctor when you have concerns about your health? If it’s been a while, it’s probably time to start making plans to get checked out. Going to the doctor can be intimidating, but it’s so important to be your own best advocate when it comes to your body. In today’s podcast, I’ll be talking with Dr. Jean Marie McGowan MD, FACP, NCMP, founder of the pelvic floor clinic and co-founder of the preconception clinic at Sanford Health. She’ll share how to find a great primary care doctor, how to get the most out of your appointment and how to make sure your concerns are heard. (And even give some tips about what to do if you leak when you sneeze!)
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Have you ever been burned out? According to a recent study, if you’re over 32 it’s very likely that you already have at some point in your career. Whether you work for yourself or someone else, burnout can happen to any of us. Social entrepreneur and Bogobrush CEO, Heather McDougall, joins us in this episode to talk about how and why burnout happens and gives her tips for resetting and finding your spark again. FOLLOW LADYBOSS MIDWEST: ladybossmidwest.com // FIND US ON INSTAGRAM @ladybossmidwest // LEARN MORE ABOUT THE LADYBOSS SUMMIT: ladybossmidwest.com/summit
We need strong, capable, smart women like you Ladybosses out there stepping up and stepping into your confidence to lead. But too often, the Imposter Complex keeps us in the shadows instead of stepping into the light of who we were made to be and what we were made to do. In this episode, Tanya Geisler teaches us the 12 lies of the Imposter Complex and how you can overcome them. FOLLOW LADYBOSS MIDWEST: ladybossmidwest.com // FIND US ON INSTAGRAM @ladybossmidwest // LEARN MORE ABOUT THE LADYBOSS SUMMIT: ladybossmidwest.com/summit
All month we’ve been talking about the importance of voting, but another important piece to making sure that women’s voices are heard is to elect women to office. In this episode we talk with Liz Young, the Director Of Advancement at Women Winning, an organization with a mission to encourage, promote, support and elect pro-choice women of all political parties to all levels of public office in Minnesota. Liz shares why we need women in office and how we can all help get them there. FOLLOW LADYBOSS MIDWEST: ladybossmidwest.com // FIND US ON INSTAGRAM @ladybossmidwest // JOIN OUR EMAIL
With everything that 2020 has thrown our way, we can’t talk about leveling up in any external areas of our life until we give attention to what’s happening inside. We hosted a mental health panel at this year’s Ladyboss Midwest Summit, and it was so well received that we decided to make it available for everyone. Mental health activists and experts Heather Zinger,Paulette Walker, Rebel Marie and Simi Kasakwe joined our guest moderator, Randi Kay, for this conversation. FOLLOW LADYBOSS MIDWEST: ladybossmidwest.com // FIND US ON INSTAGRAM@ladybossmidwest // JOIN OUR EMAIL CLUB: http://eepurl.com/dvhSqf
"Women are the majority of Americans and before the pandemic, we were the majority of the labor force. So there's no such thing as a "women's issue." Women touch every single part of this country and therefore our country must prioritize the issues that are impacting us." In today’s episode, T’alyce Murray of Supermajority joins us to talk about the power of women’s votes and shares how you can get involved in making sure our voices are heard. FOLLOW LADYBOSS MIDWEST: ladybossmidwest.com // FIND US ON INSTAGRAM @ladybossmidwest // JOIN OUR EMAIL CLUB: http://eepurl.com/dvhSqf
We know that true beauty comes from within, but feeling good in your own skin is a challenge for many women. Today’s guest wants you to love and embrace your body, right now, just as you are. Denver photographer Ginny Haupert specializes in empowerment through portrait and boudoir sessions, helping women to recognize the incredible beauty she sees through her lens. In this episode, Ginny shares her own journey to body positivity and confidence in front of the camera. FOLLOW LADYBOSS MIDWEST: ladybossmidwest.com // FIND US ON INSTAGRAM @ladybossmidwest // JOIN THE FB COMMUNITY: https://www.facebook.com/groups/ladybossfm/
How do you feel when you lean into what makes you uniquely you? Does it light you up? There is power and purpose in knowing exactly who you are. In this episode, Laura chats with Dayna Del Val, President and CEO of The Arts Partnership, to talk about her journey to becoming unapologetically herself, and why the arts are crucial to a thriving community and economy. FOLLOW LADYBOSS MIDWEST: ladybossmidwest.com // FIND US ON INSTAGRAM @ladybossmidwest // JOIN THE FB COMMUNITY: https://www.facebook.com/groups/ladybossfm/
Have you ever wished you could turn one of your passions into a business but never thought it could really happen? Today’s guest took her passion that seemed a little cheesy and did just that. Entrepreneur Megan Lewis built her business, Milk Made Catering, specializing in the thing she knows best: cheese. In this episode, Megan shares how she went from wanting to be a lawyer to becoming a cheesemonger, the best lessons she’s learned in business, and what the difference is between artisan cheese and the shredded kind you buy in a bag at the grocery store.
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If we aren’t paying attention, expressing our creativity and individuality through fashion can come with a high price. In this episode, Danyel talks with Sarah Peltier, brand director at Others, an ethical fashion and sustainable goods boutique, to learn what we as consumers can do to make sure our fashion choices aren’t detrimental to the women who make our clothing. Sarah also shares about her experiences from this year’s Fashion Revolution Week, a global movement to call attention to the environmental and social impact of fast fashion. Ultimately, we have more power than we think.
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Leading a team is a challenge in itself. But leading a newly remote team through major changes in an unprecedented global crisis? There’s no manual for that. In our very first episode, we talk with Jodi Duncan, who is rising to these challenges as the president of Flint Group. She shares how to keep your team connected, motivated and moving in the same direction. We also asked Jodi for her tips for marketing effectively and authentically in the current climate. Your audience might need you now more than ever.
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