Badass Women at Any Age

Lori Duff's journey began with strong academic success, which led her parents to steer her towards law school. Initially focused solely on her legal career, Lori truly discovered her love for creative writing after a challenging election loss in 2012. This moment of introspection prompted her to start blogging, humorously chronicling her husband's antics, which then evolved into a more public writing career. Lori is a lawyer, a judge, and an award winning writer. She's a past president of the Georgia Council for Municipal Court Judges, and the National Society of Newspaper Columnists. A two time winner of the Georgia Bar Journal's Annual Fiction Competition, she also won the Forward Indies Gold Medal for Humor, and the National Society of Newspaper Columnists Annual Column Contest, and many other awards for her work. Her new novel, Devil's Defense, is a finalist in the American Book Fest Best Book Awards in General Fiction and Thriller Adventure categories and her novella, Broken Things, won the Georgia Independent Author of the Year Award for Literary Fiction. What You Will Hear in This Episode: 01:46 Lori's Background 04:24 Journey to Writing 05:34 Balancing Law and Writing 15:20 Creative Inspirations 18:05 Character Development 30:46 Upcoming Projects Quotes "People are complicated. Nobody thinks they're the bad guy." "Don't let anyone else tell you no. There's enough people telling you no." Mentioned: loriduffwrites.com Substack @loriduffwrites Twitter: @loriduffwrites Facebook: Lori Duff Writes Instagram: @loriduffwrites LinkedIn: Lori Duff eConnect with Bonnie Substack Newsletter: Own Your Ambition Gendered Ageism Survey Results Forbes article 5 Tips to own the superpower of your age IAMMusicGroup Purchase my book Not Done Yet on Amazon: If you enjoyed this episode of Badass Women Podcast, then make sure to subscribe to the podcast and drop us a five-star review

Faith Roswell began her career unexpectedly when she was approached by a talent scout while studying for a degree in creative writing. This encounter led her to become an internationally recognized artist model. During her modeling career, Faith wrote extensively about her solo travel and adventure experiences. Her journey took a significant turn after blowing the whistle on a dangerous photographer who was later jailed. She began to look into what she could do to help freelancers, especially in creative industries, stay safe and she soon found that most of the self defense classes focused on the physical fighting which barely scratched the surface of what else was possible. Faith was inspired to develop a new approach called Armor for Life. Saith has recently been working as a researcher for one of the most popular true crime podcasts online. As a freelance writer, she specializes in travel, film, self defense, and women's rights. What You Will Hear in This Episode: 01:50 Faith's Journey to Becoming a Model and Advocate 02:45 Outing a Dangerous Photographer 03:57 Developing Armor for Life 08:29 Combat Psychology and Self-Defense 17:15 Empowering Women Through Solo Travel 24:04 Faith's Memorable Adventures 30:40 Final Thoughts and Advice Quotes "There's no need to be charming when someone is threatening us or someone is behaving in a way that feels off." "When women make the decision to out a predator, I don't think that's a decision that's ever taken lightly." "You shouldn't be afraid to be alone." "Learn to keep calm in a situation where you're afraid." "Trust your gut instinct." Mentioned: Faithroswell.co.uk Instagram @armourforlife eConnect with Bonnie https://substack.com/@ownyourambition Gendered Ageism Survey Results Forbes article 5 Tips to own the superpower of your age IAMMusicGroup Purchase my book Not Done Yet on Amazon: If you enjoyed this episode of Badass Women Podcast, then make sure to subscribe to the podcast and drop us a five-star review.

Julie was introduced to the world of business early on when her parents transitioned from corporate America to owning a restaurant. This experience taught her invaluable lessons about work ethic, communication, and conflict resolution. Julie is a well respected leader in business communities that extend from the United States to Canada and the United Kingdom. In her 25 years of experience, Julie has consulted with more than 1000 companies, including startups, midsize and fortune 1000 companies. She helps them build sustainable revenue generating strategies. In 2009, Julie founded Junction Creative, an award winning strategic marketing agency. Julie's the author of the new book, Dare to Become, from the corner office, from the corner booth to the corner office. What You Will Hear in This Episode: 01:54 Julie's Early Life and Career Beginnings 03:20 Lessons from the Family Business 17:01 The Journey of Writing 'Dare to Become' 25:44 Creating an Inclusive Work Environment 30:11 Conclusion and Farewell Quotes "We all have to learn from each other." "Be aware of when you get caught up in your own bubble." "We're all out there trying to do the best that we can. If we believe in ourselves and we work hard and we focus on being the best that we can, then we will get there." Mentioned: Juliecroppgareleck.com Books eConnect with Bonnie https://substack.com/@ownyourambition Gendered Ageism Survey Results Forbes article 5 Tips to own the superpower of your age IAMMusicGroup Purchase my book Not Done Yet on Amazon: If you enjoyed this episode of Badass Women Podcast, then make sure to subscribe to the podcast and drop us a five-star review.

Desiree Bartlett is very passionate about the joy of movement. Growing up with a strong foundation in yoga and meditation, influenced by her hippie mother, Desiree was inspired to a lifelong passion for fitness, science and holistic health. As the founder of the innovative subscription platform desibodymind.com, she offers a holistic approach to health and wellness where individuals can access transformative content designed to strengthen both their physical bodies and mental well being. As a women's health expert with advanced certification in yoga, personal training, prenatal and postnatal fitness, and group fitness, Desi has garnered a roster of private clients that include names like Ashley Tisdale, Alicia Silverstone, Kate Hudson, and many more. Her expertise has been showcased on major networks, such as ABC, NBC, Fox, Univision, Hallmark, and Lifetime. Desiree is the author of Your Strong, Sexy Pregnancy, a comprehensive guide for pregnancy and beyond as well as co-author of Total Body Beautiful, Secrets to Looking and Feeling Your Best After the Age of 35. What You Will Hear in This Episode: 02:28 Desiree's Yoga and Fitness Journey 04:33 Science Behind Movement and Mental Well-being 08:13 Holistic Approach to Morning Rituals 17:41 Different Forms of Movement 28:36 Communicating with Your Body 25:01 Connection of Mind and Body in Healing 34:24 Concluding Thoughts and Farewell Quotes "One of my mantras is to keep moving, you know, even if you feel like crap, if you move your body, you'll feel better mentally and physically." "I wake up passionate every day to help women feel strong from the inside out." "The best form of exercise that there is, is the form of exercise that you'll do." . Mentioned: Desibodymind.com Instagram @mothersintolivingfit facebook eConnect with Bonnie Gendered Ageism Survey Results Forbes article 5 Tips to own the superpower of your age IAMMusicGroup Purchase my book Not Done Yet on Amazon: If you enjoyed this episode of Badass Women Podcast, then make sure to subscribe to the podcast and drop us a five-star review.

Jan and Jillian Juhas grew up in a small rural town and later moved to Chicago, experiencing a significant culture shock. This drastic change made them realize the importance of setting strong personal boundaries to feel respected and heard. Their journey led them to develop a methodology focused on communicating through values rather than emotions, which they applied both personally and professionally. Jan and Jillian are relationship and conflict resolution consultants and international best selling authors of Boundary Badass, A Powerful Method For Elevating Your Value and Relationships. They have coached highly ambitious entrepreneurs, companies, and families for more than a decade on building stronger relationships, elevating growth, and mastering the art of setting boundaries. What You Will Hear in This Episode: 01:44 Personal Journey: From Rural to Urban 02:24 Discovering the Importance of Boundaries 04:56 Implementing Boundaries in Professional Life 05:40 Lessons Learned About Self-Value 06:48 Overcoming Fear in Setting Boundaries 10:53 Effective Communication Techniques 14:46 Handling Emotional Triggers 20:03 Repairing Relationships After Conflict 21:46 The Role of Self-Discovery 30:09 Navigating Workplace Relationships 36:47 Final Thoughts Quotes "Trust your own intuition and trust your inner voice" "Nobody else can determine our value but ourselves." "In order to repair relationships, you have to apologize for your part." "A lot of times emotional triggers are usually unresolved wounds we have from our childhood. So a lot of self reflection work and emotional regulation becomes our responsibility to process and work through those triggers so we're not projecting them onto other people." . Mentioned: JanandJillian.com Boundary Badass, A Powerful Method For Elevating Your Value and Relationships. eConnect with Bonnie Gendered Ageism Survey Results Forbes article 5 Tips to own the superpower of your age IAMMusicGroup Purchase my book Not Done Yet on Amazon: If you enjoyed this episode of Badass Women Podcast, then make sure to subscribe to the podcast and drop us a five-star review.

Andreea Parcalaboiu has a powerful story to tell about her fall from being a former New York State Attorney to spending three years in federal prison, to showing great resilience and courage and beginning a new life and career. Andreea is a former New York state attorney, and she has a unique perspective having spent almost three years in prison. She is now a coach, consultant, author, and speaker. She coaches attorneys and high achieving professionals who struggle with life challenges to regain clarity, confidence, and control over their lives. She consults and assists women attorneys and other professional women before and after. their prison experiences. Drawing from her own challenges and experiences, Andreea helps people unlock their power of choice and break free from self imposed mental constraints, enabling them to live more peacefully despite life's challenges. "Alive Again: My Journey From Attorney to Redemption In Prison" is Andreea's riveting story that takes readers on a transformative journey through her nearly three years of incarceration, providing profound insights into the power of redemption and resilience. What You Will Hear in This Episode: 02:02 Andreea's Early Life & Career Beginnings 02:50 Fall from Grace and Legal Troubles 10:55 The Experience and Lessons from Prison 18:32 Starting Over and Learning from Mistakes 22:31 Andreea's Current Work and Philosophy Quotes "The universe and my divine self took action to save me from myself." "Prison taught me patience." "Happiness comes from the inside." "The power is in my pain." "I realized that if I can mess up my life to get there, I also have the power to change it." "Forgiveness is a process." "If we win the mental game of life, we have everything." "We need to acknowledge our mistakes, own them and look for the lessons learned." . Mentioned: Andreeaparc.com eConnect with Bonnie Gendered Ageism Survey Results Forbes article 5 Tips to own the superpower of your age IAMMusicGroup Purchase my book Not Done Yet on Amazon: If you enjoyed this episode of Badass Women Podcast, then make sure to subscribe to the podcast and drop us a five-star review.

Despite facing significant discrimination in the male-dominated culinary industry, Chef Rossi transformed her rebellious upbringing and passion for food into a successful career as a pioneering chef and author. Her journey is a testament to resilience, creativity, and living authentically. Chef Rossi is the catering director, owner and executive chef of the Raging Skillet, a cutting edge catering company known for breaking any and all rules. She has earned a reputation as the one to call when it's time to do something different. Rossi, who credits America as her hometown, grew up in a camper wedged on the top of a Ford pickup truck, and had visited most of the United States by the time she was 10. She has a wacky sense of humor, loves international food fusions that reflect her Hungarian Yiddish background, and her love of all things. Rossi has been published in outlets including the Daily News, New York Post, Time Out New York, and McSweeney's to name a few. She has been the food writer of the Eat Me column for Bus Magazine since 1998. Hosting her own hit radio show on WOMR and WFMR in Cape Cod, now in its 19th season, Rossi has been featured on the Food Network, NPR and has been a popular blogger for Huffington Post. Her first memoir, The Raging Skillet, The True Life Story of Chef Rossi, was published by the Feminist Press to rave reviews. It was adapted for the stage, and has been a smash hit touring the country. In addition to the memoir, Rossi has written two full length plays, a number of one act comedies, and a one woman stage adaptation of Queen of the Jews. Her new memoir, the Punk Rock Queen of the Jews was released this spring. What You Will Hear in This Episode: 02:54 Rossi's Rebellious Beginnings 06:17 The Birth of a Chef 13:18 Challenges of Being a Female Chef 19:20 Standing Up to Discrimination 23:21 Starting a Zen Kitchen 28:19 The Essence of Kosher Food 33:30 Living in a Hasidic Community 37:02 Parental Perceptions and Success Quotes "I do love a chance to hang out with other bad ass babes." "I think I might've started rebelling from birth." "Food equals love." "Once you use the F bomb and the S bomb and the MF bombs." Mentioned: The Raging Skillet IG: @ChefRossiNYC Fb: Chef Rossi NY eConnect with Bonnie Gendered Ageism Survey Results Forbes article 5 Tips to own the superpower of your age IAMMusicGroup Purchase my book Not Done Yet on Amazon: If you enjoyed this episode of Badass Women Podcast, then make sure to subscribe to the podcast and drop us a five-star review.

Starting as a model in the 1990s, Alexis Eizinas transitioned to a two-decade career in beauty retail design. Inspired by her mother's example, she embraced her silvering hair but struggled to find suitable products. During COVID-19, she realized the market gap and, in 2023, founded Silvering, the first North American beauty brand to provide cosmetics and hair care uniquely designed to amplify and never hide the true beauty of naturally silvering hair. Leveraging over 30 years of experience in the beauty industry and her experience trying to find products that worked with her own silvering hair, Alexis created a truly innovative and contemporary product line for the modern woman who has embraced her grays. She launched Silvering in 2023. The company's tagline, Wisdom Is Beautiful, speaks volumes about Alexis's mission to change the way all women perceive silvering hair, to see it as a powerful, beautiful, outward expression of growing up. What You Will Hear in This Episode: 03:08 Alexis's Personal Journey 04:17 Returning to Canada and Further Career 06:00 Founding of Silvering 08:21 Online Influence and COVID impact 19:15 Changing Perceptions of Silvering Hair 26:25 Wisdom is Beautiful 28:43 Visibility and Confidence for Aging Women 33:17 Closing Remarks and Next Steps Quotes "I've always been in beauty, and I think really all women are in beauty in some way or another because our identity is naturally wrapped up in appearances." "The trick to finding your beauty is really in amplifying those features that make you, you." "We want them to see it as a sign of wisdom." "A man can walk around with a little bit of silver in his hair. It's considered sophisticated and he's a seasoned professional." Mentioned: Silveringbeauty.com Facebook Instagram eConnect with Bonnie Gendered Ageism Survey Results Forbes article 5 Tips to own the superpower of your age IAMMusicGroup Purchase my book Not Done Yet on Amazon: If you enjoyed this episode of Badass Women Podcast, then make sure to subscribe to the podcast and drop us a five-star review.

Pivoting through a number of different careers, it wasn't until Lucy Ryan was in her 40s that she decided to follow her true passion and fascination with women in their midlife years. She became the first student in Europe to earn a masters in positive psychology and later a PhD. Lucy is a leadership coach, managing director of MindSpring for the last 20 years, a positive psychologist, advocate of women, a master practitioner coach, and she has trained and consulted with and coached 10, 000 leaders in global blue chip companies across 29 countries. In 2021, Lucy published the best selling Lunchtime Learning for Leaders. She's a passionate advocate for women development, helping organizations attract, retain, and promote their female leaders, and gender proof their success in plans. Her latest book is called Revolting Women, Why Mid Left Women Are Walking Out, and What to Do About It. What You Will Hear in This Episode: 01:55 Lucy's Personal Journey: From Singer to Scholar 03:09 The Turning Point: Embracing Education and Research 06:16 Challenges and Triumphs: Overcoming Limiting Beliefs 11:12 The Silent Revolution: Gendered Ageism in the Workplace 17:17 Strategies for Retaining and Valuing Midlife Women 27:43 Empowering Women: Building Networks and Finding Voices 32:02 Conclusion: Advocating for Midlife Women Quotes "Women at midlife have a massive capacity for resilience." "So many women feel the same as you and that gorgeous strength of the revolution comes from togetherness" "We have the wisdom and experience and a lifetime of lessons learned." "Every revolution starts with a conversation." . Mentioned: www.lucyryan.co.uk Lunchtime Learning for Leaders Revolting Women: Why Midlife Women Are Walking Out and What to Do About It eConnect with Bonnie Gendered Ageism Survey Results Forbes article 5 Tips to own the superpower of your age IAMMusicGroup Purchase my book Not Done Yet on Amazon: If you enjoyed this episode of Badass Women Podcast, then make sure to subscribe to the podcast and drop us a five-star review.