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Inchstones over Milestones with Sarah Kernion
Apr 15, 2026
47m 41s
Women Redefining Opportunity with Katie Fortunato
Mar 25, 2026
44m 11s
Give Boldly to Gain Together with Emily Lampkin
Mar 6, 2026
39m 25s
The Heart of STEM with Dr. Natoshia Anderson
Feb 18, 2026
47m 55s
Mentoring that Matters with Kathryn Spitznagle
Jan 14, 2026
52m 28s
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| 4/15/26 | Inchstones over Milestones with Sarah Kernion | April is Neurodiversity Month - a time to expand how we think about communication, intelligence, progress, and belonging. In this episode of the Empowering Women Podcast, Shannon sits down with writer, keynote speaker, and neurodiversity advocate Sarah Kernion, the voice behind Inchstones™, a movement redefining how we measure progress for children with profound autism and for the caregivers who support them. Sarah shares the deeply personal journey that led her to become an... | 47m 41s | ||||||
| 3/25/26 | Women Redefining Opportunity with Katie Fortunato | March is Women’s History Month. This month and this year’s International Women’s Day theme, Give to Gain, invites us to rethink what it means to open doors. In this episode of the Empowering Women Podcast, Shannon is joined by Katie Fortunato, co-founder and EVP of Hire Innovations, who is working to fix what’s broken in today’s hiring systems. She is challenging ghosting, phantom job posts, and processes that forget there’s a human on the other side of the screen. Together,... | 44m 11s | ||||||
| 3/6/26 | Give Boldly to Gain Together with Emily Lampkin | March brings us International Women’s Day—and with it, this year’s powerful theme: Give to Gain. In this special episode of the Empowering Women Podcast, Shannon is joined by Emily Lampkin, a trusted advisor to women leaders and Founder of the Women Leaders Series, whose new book Duct Tape and White Lies delivers the honest, practical leadership advice women have been craving. Together, they explore what it really means to lead with confidence, ask for what you want, stop apologiz... | 39m 25s | ||||||
| 2/18/26 | The Heart of STEM with Dr. Natoshia Anderson | February is a month that calls us to lead with heart and purpose—and this conversation delivers both. In this episode of the Empowering Women Podcast, Shannon is joined by Dr. Natoshia Anderson, engineer turned educator, CEO and Founder of The Anderson Strategy Group, and host of the STEMming in Stilettos™ podcast. Together, they explore what it really takes to build STEM programs that last—programs rooted in community, equity, and intentional leadership. Dr. Anderson shares... | 47m 55s | ||||||
| 1/14/26 | Mentoring that Matters with Kathryn Spitznagle | January is National Mentoring Month, and we’re kicking off Season 8 of the Empowering Women Podcast with a powerful conversation on what mentoring really means today. Shannon is joined by Kathryn Spitznagle, author of Rock Star Millennials, leadership coach, speaker, and founder of Mentoring Women Millennials. Kathryn shares her journey from a “self-proclaimed lousy leader with a quick temper and a sharp tongue” to becoming a passionate mentor who believes developing people for life is ... | 52m 28s | ||||||
| 12/11/25 | The Gift of Mirrors with Dr. Sheila Gujrathi | It’s the season of giving—and today, we’re unwrapping one of the most transformative gifts of all: the gift of mirrors. In this episode, Shannon sits down with Dr. Sheila Gujrathi, biotech entrepreneur, physician, and trailblazer whose career has taken her from Harvard to the helm of Gossamer Bio—and into the heart of human-centric leadership. You may know her from her TED Talk, “Shattering the Glass Ceiling by Finding the Right Mirrors,” and her book, The Mirror Effect, which hel... | 53m 27s | ||||||
| 11/11/25 | Vanguard Rising with Kathy Gallowitz | This Veterans Day, we’re honoring those who’ve served—and continuing the conversation on what service looks like after the uniform comes off. Shannon is joined by Lt. Col. (Ret.) Kathy Lowrey Gallowitz, Founder and CEO of Vanguard Veteran, an organization dedicated to equipping civilians to become Veteran Champions. Kathy’s mission is clear: bridge the gap between military and civilian life and empower veterans to thrive in the workplace, community, and beyond. From leading... | 59m 54s | ||||||
| 10/22/25 | Human Heart. AI Power. with Lei Comerford | 🔊 Description It’s Women in AI Month — and we’re diving into the human side of artificial intelligence. Shannon is joined by Lei Comerford, an award-winning executive coach, certified AI consultant, and leadership facilitator who brings 25+ years of experience in healthcare, hospitality, and professional services. In this fast-paced and thought-provoking conversation, Lei unpacks what it means to become an “AI-powered professional,” and why the future of leadership is... | 34m 14s | ||||||
| 10/3/25 | People-Powered Manufacturing with Ellen Sieminski | 🔊 Description: What really powers manufacturing? People. In this Manufacturing Day episode, Shannon is joined by Ellen Sieminski, a lean expert, continuous improvement coach, and board member of the Association for Manufacturing Excellence (AME). With 25+ years in the industry, Ellen brings deep experience and fresh perspective on how women, allies, and curious leaders are shaping the future of manufacturing. From the shop floor to the boardroom, Ellen shares why lean is nev... | 56m 04s | ||||||
| 9/17/25 | Grow Without Burnout with Marisa Wheeling Ciesluk | September has us juggling back-to-school, conferences, fall festivals, and holiday prep before we can even say “pumpkin spice.” Feeling like you’re already running on fumes? You’re not alone. And that’s why today’s episode is pure gold. I’m joined by Marisa Wheeling Ciesluk—burnout survivor, recovering perfectionist, and Chief Firestarter at MWC Leadership. With over 20 years of experience in leadership development, she helps ambitious women and people-centered leaders grow witho... | 44m 09s | ||||||
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| 8/26/25 | Leadership We Need with Maria Brinck | On this special Women’s Equality Day episode, host Shannon Bumgarner sits down with Maria Brinck—leadership advisor, founder of Zynergy International, and author of The Leadership We Need: A New Mindset for a Brighter Future. Maria’s career has spanned continents and boardrooms, but her mission is simple: to transform the way we lead. In this conversation, she shares why the leaders of today cannot be the leaders of tomorrow, how unconscious bias still shapes who gets a seat at the ta... | 51m 58s | ||||||
| 8/6/25 | Flexibility is Power with Todd Warner | ABOUT OUR GUEST: With several decades of leadership experience in the staffing sector, Todd Warner recognized the need to disrupt the status quo and create a full-service staffing deliverable that meets the needs of today’s hourly workers while delivering a reliable flexible workforce at some of the largest manufacturing and distribution facilities in the U.S. Prior to joining MyWorkChoice, Todd held executive leadership positions at Select Staffing, Clearpoint, Weststaff... | 49m 26s | ||||||
| 7/16/25 | Fail Forward, Lead Boldly with Noel Kreidler | ABOUT OUR GUEST: Noël Kreidler, a recovering perfectionist, is known for passionately supporting college students in finding and succeeding in careers they love. She is an Associate Director of Career Development at the Santa Clara University Career Center and has 30+ years of work experience in talent acquisition, human resources, and career services. As a person with a lifelong physical disability, she champions the inclusion of people with disabilities at work and in the commu... | 46m 55s | ||||||
| 6/25/25 | Grit Fueled Fire with Jennifer Black | ABOUT OUR GUEST: Jennifer Black is a powerhouse of grit, strategy, and results. With decades of experience leading cross-functional teams for multi-billion-dollar companies, she’s known for driving innovation, building strong teams, and moving complex initiatives forward with clarity and confidence. She currently serves as Mission Critical Senior Principal Program Manager at Trane Technologies, leading high-stakes projects in the Commercial HVAC business. From concept... | 41m 00s | ||||||
| 5/28/25 | Designing a Better Future with Sameedha Mahajan | ABOUT OUR GUEST: Sameedha Mahajan, Assoc. AIA, LEED AP ND, is an Architectural Designer at HDR, currently involved in critical infrastructure projects and aviation architecture in the USA. As a graduate of KRVIA, India, and Carnegie Mellon University, Pittsburgh, her journey as a first-generation immigrant and a woman of color in the Architecture-Engineering-Construction industry has been both challenging and rewarding. Recently, she was honored to receive the O-1 visa, which is... | 47m 00s | ||||||
| 5/7/25 | Powering the Trades with Shannon Tymosko | ABOUT OUR GUEST: Shannon Tymosko is a driven, enthusiastic Electrical Apprentice and proud member of IBEW Local 105. With a passion for learning and a thirst for new challenges, she brings a unique combination of attention to detail and diverse skills to every project. As a skilled trades ambassador, Shannon advocates for alternative career paths, educating and mentoring individuals on the benefits of trades. Her greatest passion lies in teaching and empowering others to succee... | 47m 20s | ||||||
| 4/16/25 | Embracing Ambition with Jenny Mitchell | ABOUT OUR GUEST: Jenny Mitchell is an executive coach, a podcaster, and a published author who is on a mission to help people have more meaningful conversations. She is a lifelong learner who holds an executive coaching degree from Royal Roads University, a CFRE fundraising designation, and a Doctor of Musical Arts from SUNY Stony Brook in piano performance. Jenny is the Founder & CEO of Chavender, a sought-after partner for companies in Canada and the U.S. in the areas... | 52m 33s | ||||||
| 3/19/25 | Transforming Gender Equity with Daryl Anne Estill and Jill Miller | ABOUT OUR GUESTS: Daryl Anne Estill is an experienced Project Manager and Leader in the commercial MEP construction industry; spanning semiconductor, pharmaceutical, offices, CNG stations, and multifamily markets. In addition to her direct role as a PM, she is integral to strategic planning, training and development, process improvements, and mentorship for her organization. As a public speaker, mentor, and industry leader, her advocacy work focuses on Women in Construction... | 1h 08m 44s | ||||||
| 3/8/25 | Accelerate Strategic Action with Janet Polach | ABOUT OUR GUEST: Dr. Janet Polach is a global authority in executive coaching, team development, and leadership. With her unique ability to elevate leaders from the minutiae to drive unparalleled organizational success, she serves as a trusted strategist and advisor to senior executives worldwide. Janet has expertly coached an array of executive and frontline leaders across the U.S., Europe, and Asia. Her expertise in guiding diverse, cross-geography teams to uncover their core ... | 41m 03s | ||||||
| 2/19/25 | Building the Business Case for Joy with Bose Akadiri | ABOUT OUR GUEST: Bose Akadiri is a Motivational Speaker, Corporate Trainer and founder of Goal and Grind LLC where she partners with high achievers to turn their dreams into their reality using her 5 step Vision and Goals Method(™). Renowned for her dynamic corporate workshops where Bose empowers dreams, elevates teams and transforms organizations. In addition to Goal and Grind, she has led a distinguished career in Corporate Social Responsibility at Boeing, Salesforce, and JPMorgan Ch... | 52m 50s | ||||||
| 1/22/25 | Fire to Inspire the Next Gen with Stephanie Hajducek | ABOUT OUR GUEST: Stephanie Hajducek is a Project Specialist for Enbridge – Project YaREN. Project YaREN is a proposed low carbon ammonia production and export facility in Ingleside, Texas, being developed by Enbridge and Yara. Stephanie has also held positions with industry leading companies such as Bechtel, ChevronPhillips, Citgo, Steel Dynamics and The Chemours Company. In January 2022 Stephanie started a 501c3 nonprofit organization called This One’s for the Gals that helps girls ... | 43m 16s | ||||||
| 12/18/24 | The Gift of Disruption with Kate Yoder | ABOUT OUR GUEST: Kate Yoder dynamic Project Management Professional (PMP) known for delivering innovative results through creative engineering practices and a people-centric approach. She received her B.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering from Lafayette College in Pennsylvania and her M.Sc. from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. After graduating, Kate honed her analytical skills as a modeling & simulation engineer for several years. She then transitioned into project management, where... | 43m 25s | ||||||
| 11/20/24 | Ally in Action with H.J. Dewes | ABOUT OUR GUEST: H.J. Dewes is a strategic leader with a proven record leveraging cross-functional teams to achieve optimal results. He is currently a Business Development Manager at ABB where he has spent his 30+ year career across diverse roles in business development, strategy, sales, marketing and channel, operations and logistics. Prior to joining ABB, H.J. was an Enlisted Operations Specialist in the United States Navy where he earned the Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal.&n... | 48m 32s | ||||||
| 10/30/24 | Advocate for Opportunity with Giovanna Gray Lockhart | ABOUT OUR GUEST: Giovanna Gray Lockhart moved to Yarmouth, Maine full time three years ago. Her national experience spans work in government from an advisor to Senator Kirsten Gillibrand of New York to national nonprofit leadership as a member of the Board of Directors for StoryCorps. Previously, Lockhart held senior roles at venture-backed companies, as the Senior Director of Impact at The Wing and as Chief Strategy Officer at The Riveter. Immediately prior to coming to the Cent... | 36m 09s | ||||||
| 10/4/24 | A Manufacturing Maven with Meaghan Ziemba | ABOUT OUR GUEST: Meaghan Ziemba is an industrial tech writer, brand storyteller, and marketer for industrial manufacturers. She has a B.A. and M.A. in Professional and Technical Writing from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee and has been writing for manufacturing since 2008. Meaghan also hosts a live video broadcast series called Mavens of Manufacturing. The series focuses on women in the sector and aims to attract younger generations to join manufacturing or engineerin... | 1h 11m 16s | ||||||
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