Episodes

  • Passionistas in Focus: Clearing the Path to Joy: — Meryl Hayton on Healing from the Inside Out

    Passionistas in Focus: Clearing the Path to Joy: — Meryl Hayton on Healing from the Inside Out
    Jun 11 2025
    Passionistas in Focus brings our most powerful stories to life on screen — bold, inspiring conversations you can now see as well as hear. Experience the heart, passion, and purpose of these incredible women in a whole new way. In this conversation, healing guide and Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT) practitioner Meryl Hayton shares her transformational journey from self-doubt to deep self-trust —and how she now helps others do the same. After years of stress and anxiety, Meryl discovered powerful tools like yoga, tapping, and Optimal EFT that helped her release trauma and rewire limiting beliefs. She developed her signature Emotional Clearing Method to support others in creating joyful, fulfilling lives from the inside out. Whether you're carrying ancestral pain or simply craving more confidence and connection, Meryl’s work offers a path to peace. You’ll walk away from this episode feeling lighter, more hopeful, and ready to follow your soul’s purpose — without the weight of emotional baggage holding you back. Learn more about ⁠Meryl⁠. Learn more about ⁠The Passionistas Project⁠. Read the ⁠Show Notes⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    58 mins
  • Passionistas in Focus: The Power of Alignment — Dr. Stephanie Grunewald on Thriving as an Ambitious Empath

    Passionistas in Focus: The Power of Alignment — Dr. Stephanie Grunewald on Thriving as an Ambitious Empath
    Jun 4 2025
    Passionistas in Focus brings our most powerful stories to life on screen — bold, inspiring conversations you can now see as well as hear. Experience the heart, passion, and purpose of these incredible women in a whole new way. In this episode, Dr. Stephanie Grunewald, alignment strategist and founder of Ancorio, invites us into a powerful conversation about what it truly means to live and lead in alignment. A psychologist with a decade of experience, Stephanie specializes in helping ambitious empaths — those who feel deeply and strive boldly — find balance, clarity, and sustainable success. From shifting the narrative around emotional strength to unlocking confidence through self-compassion, Stephanie offers research-backed wisdom and real-world tools to help women thrive—personally and professionally. After hearing her story and strategies, you’ll feel grounded, seen, and inspired to lead from a place of wholeness. Learn more about Stephanie. Learn more about ⁠The Passionistas Project⁠. Read the ⁠Show Notes⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    50 mins
  • Passionistas in Focus: From Survival to Strength — Kat Polsinelli on Reclaiming Your Power

    Passionistas in Focus: From Survival to Strength — Kat Polsinelli on Reclaiming Your Power
    May 28 2025
    Passionistas in Focus brings our most powerful stories to life on screen — bold, inspiring conversations you can now see as well as hear. Experience the heart, passion, and purpose of these incredible women in a whole new way. In this episode, Kat Polsinelli shares her extraordinary transformation from teen mom and domestic abuse survivor to an empowered coach, speaker, and founder of The Lotus Effect. Through raw honesty and unshakable strength, Kat inspires others to rewrite their stories and rise above life’s deepest challenges. Her journey is a testament to the power of resilience and self-worth. You’ll walk away from this episode feeling hopeful, seen, and motivated to turn your pain into purpose. If you've ever doubted your ability to rise, Kat will remind you: you're not broken—you're blooming. Learn more about ⁠Kat⁠. Learn more about ⁠The Passionistas Project⁠. Read the Show Notes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    58 mins
  • Passionistas in Focus: Rooted in Connection — Maya Enista Smith on Leading with Vulnerability and Purpose

    Passionistas in Focus: Rooted in Connection — Maya Enista Smith on Leading with Vulnerability and Purpose
    May 21 2025
    ✨ Passionistas in Focus brings our most powerful stories to life on screen — bold, inspiring conversations you can now see as well as hear. Experience the heart, passion, and purpose of these incredible women in a whole new way. In this episode, Maya Enista Smith, President of Thoughtful Human and former Executive Director of Lady Gaga’s Born This Way Foundation, shares her deeply personal journey to creating spaces for honest conversations and community healing. With a lifelong passion for mental health advocacy and authentic connection, Maya opens up about leading with empathy, the transformative power of grief, and the importance of showing up — especially when it’s hard. Listeners will walk away with a sense of calm clarity, inspired to communicate more openly and cultivate real connection in their own lives. Maya’s story reminds us that vulnerability isn’t weakness — it’s a strength that can change the world. Learn more about ⁠Maya⁠. Learn more about ⁠The Passionistas Project⁠. Read the show notes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 11 mins
  • Passionistas in Focus — Amplifying Every Voice: Georgia Stitt's Musical Mission for Equity

    Passionistas in Focus — Amplifying Every Voice: Georgia Stitt's Musical Mission for Equity
    May 14 2025
    Passionistas in Focus brings our most powerful stories to life on screen — bold, inspiring conversations you can now see as well as hear. Experience the heart, passion, and purpose of these incredible women in a whole new way. In this episode, Georgia Stitt shares her dynamic path through the world of musical theater — from composing original works to conducting Broadway pit orchestras. But her story goes far beyond the stage. Georgia is also the founder of Maestra, a trailblazing organization uplifting women and nonbinary musicians in a historically male-dominated industry. Her passion is not just music — it's changing who gets heard, seen, and supported in the arts. Listeners will walk away inspired by Georgia’s commitment to equity, moved by her artistic journey, and energized by the idea that we all have the power to conduct meaningful change, on stage and off. Learn more about ⁠Georgia⁠. Learn more about ⁠The Passionistas Project.⁠ Read the ⁠show notes⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 6 mins
  • Passionistas in Focus: Katie Charrier’s Bold Pivot to Bra-Free Living

    Passionistas in Focus: Katie Charrier’s Bold Pivot to Bra-Free Living
    May 7 2025
    ✨ Passionistas in Focus brings our most powerful stories to life on screen — bold, inspiring conversations you can now see as well as hear. Experience the heart, passion, and purpose of these incredible women in a whole new way. 💫 In this episode, Katie Charrier shares how a desire for comfort sparked a midlife career transformation from optometry to fashion innovation. Through her brand Jia+Kate, Katie is redefining how women experience confidence, ease, and self-expression — without the constraints of a bra. Her story is a testament to the power of listening to your gut, trusting your vision, and building something that helps others feel more like themselves. Watch and feel inspired by her courage to pivot, her passion for community, and her dedication to creating a world where women can feel free — literally and emotionally. Learn more about ⁠Katie⁠. Learn more about ⁠The Passionistas Project⁠. Read the ⁠Show Notes⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    55 mins
  • Passionistas in Focus — Breaking Boundaries Behind the Camera: Alicia Robbins' Cinematic Vision

    Passionistas in Focus — Breaking Boundaries Behind the Camera: Alicia Robbins' Cinematic Vision
    Apr 29 2025
    In this Passionistas in Focus episode, acclaimed cinematographer Alicia Robbins shares her trailblazing journey from Grey’s Anatomy to Bridgerton — and how she’s using her lens to change the face of television. As the first female DP on a Shondaland series, Alicia opens up about creativity, representation, and the impact of lifting up diverse voices in the industry. Watch to feel empowered by her vision, connected to her purpose, and inspired to pursue your own path with courage and clarity. Learn more about ⁠Alicia Robbins⁠. Learn more about ⁠The Passionistas Project⁠. Read the show notes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr
  • Passionistas in Focus: Mobilizing Fame for Community Impact

    Passionistas in Focus: Mobilizing Fame for Community Impact
    Apr 23 2025
    Passionistas in Focus brings our most powerful stories to life on screen — bold, inspiring conversations you can now see as well as hear. Experience the heart, passion, and purpose of these incredible women in a whole new way. In this powerful visual episode of Passionistas in Focus, actors and advocates Mary McCormack and Melissa Fitzgerald open up about transforming their platform into purpose. From the legacy of The West Wing to real-world justice reform and public service, their conversation is a heartfelt reminder of how influence, when aligned with intention, can uplift entire communities. Watch to be inspired by their commitment to impact, connection, and service beyond the screen. Buy the book. Learn about The Passionistas Project. Read the complete show notes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    55 mins