Hosted by Carole Podell · EN · 30 episodes
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Start leading your next chapter with boldness and intention, one episode at a time. She Takes The Lead is a personal development podcast that cuts through the noise with raw honesty and genuine empathy for anyone ready to take on life's "left turns" head on. Hosted by Carole Podell , a no-BS New Yorker with a track record of fearless reinvention, this show is where personal growth meets professional development —without the fluff. Drawing from her own successful pivots—from Emmy and Peabody Award-winning producer to executive leadership, to Fertility Warrior and proud single mom by choice—Carole brings her signature straight-talking warmth and transformational storytelling to help listeners navigate career shifts, relationships, self-discovery, and life’s curveballs. No sugar-coating, just hard-won insights delivered with clarity, humor, and kindness. Why Listen? Life transitions
Carole Podell hosts She Takes The Lead, a society show with 30 episodes published.
Send us Fan Mail Why is it easier to say, “I’m ambitious,” than “I’ve achieved”? In this episode, I break down why so many high-achieving women (myself included!) struggle to own their success. From redefining what achie
Send us Fan Mail In this deeply personal solo episode, I unpack what it really means to live a creative life while juggling the realities of adulthood, ambition, and mental health. I share a story about a fellow artist a
Send us Fan Mail What do a teenage debate champion, a C-suite executive, and a karaoke-dodging jazz singer all have in common? Yep—public speaking anxiety. In this episode of She Takes The Lead, I sit down with the fanta
Send us Fan Mail In this powerhouse episode of She Takes the Lead, Carole sits down with Ella Rivkin—financial strategist, immigrant powerhouse, and co-author of Cracking the Code to Success with Brian Tracy. From a near
Send us Fan Mail In this raw and heart-opening episode of She Takes the Lead, I sit down with Danielle Sebastian—a pharmacist turned trauma-partner support coach—to dive into the unspoken world of being married to someon
Send us Fan Mail Women Thrive Summit 2025 Speaker Series: This week on She Takes The Lead, we’re featuring powerhouse women from the Women Thrive Summit 2025 —leaders, changemakers, and trailblazers sharing their wisdom
Send us Fan Mail Women Thrive Summit 2025 Speaker Series: This week on She Takes The Lead, we’re featuring powerhouse women from the Women Thrive Summit 2025 —leaders, changemakers, and trailblazers sharing their wisdom
Send us Fan Mail Episode Summary: In this empowering episode of She Takes The Lead, I sit down with Raimonda Jan, founder of Women Thrive Summit and Women Thrive Media, to talk about the power of visibility, breaking thr
Send us Fan Mail 💌 Happy Valentine’s Day, Party People! 💌 In this special Valentine’s Day episode, I get real about what love actually looks like—the grand gestures, the small moments, and why flowers don’t mean sh*t (
Send us Fan Mail This Conversation with Aubrey Hubbell Will Make You Rethink Everything About Female Leadership and Taboo Topics 🎯 Here's the 5-second summary: Aubrey Hubbell is disrupting the femcare industry by making
Send us Fan Mail Fresh off a season of growth (and yes, fighting off a few winter bugs), I'm back with fire in my belly and wisdom to share. Today's episode cuts straight to the heart of what makes transformative change
Send us Fan Mail I had the absolute pleasure of sitting down to talk with Kathy Baldwin, Life Purpose Strategist and Gen X Renaissance Woman. Kathy helps women (yes, all of us strong, stubborn, stressed-out types) finall
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Send us Fan Mail Trigger Warning: This episode contains sensitive content about the 9/11 attacks, including descriptions of the events and aftermath. If this may be difficult for you to listen to, please choose another e
Send us Fan Mail Join Carole Podell, for an inspiring journey of self-discovery and empowerment. Discover the secrets to overcoming procrastination, harnessing the power of your imagination, and taking that crucial first
Send us Fan Mail 🎙️ Your Kid Wants a Dad—Now What? Navigating Single Motherhood Without a GPS 👋 In this episode of She Takes the Lead, we’re diving deep into an unexpected moment, in real time. What do you do when your
Send us Fan Mail In this enlightening episode of She Takes the Lead, we delve into the dynamic journey of Becca Hoffman, a trailblazer in the art world and a successful entrepreneur. Becca shares her path from managing p
Send us Fan Mail In this enlightening episode of "She Takes the Lead," Carole Podell sits down with the extraordinary Peter Shankman to delve into the multifaceted world of neurodiversity and ADHD. Renowned for his entre
Send us Fan Mail Is age just a number when it comes to love and life decisions? Authenticity and happiness should be your guiding principles, not societal expectations, right?Let's embrace change and take bold steps in y
Send us Fan Mail Episode Summary: In this enlightening episode, we sit down with Dr. Terri Bacow, a seasoned psychologist who has dedicated over 15 years to providing therapy in New York City. A specialist in Cognitive B
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