W.E. Talk

By: Meesha Gerhart
  • Summary

  • W.E. (Women Entrepreneurs) talk about their success, failures and their journey along the way

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Episodes
  • Community and Biscuits: Lena's Journey with Wise County Biscuits
    Jun 26 2024

    In this episode of We Talk, we sit down with Lena Laskaris, the founder of Wise County Biscuits, to explore her unique entrepreneurial journey. Lena shares how her background in art history and architecture and her love for family recipes led her to create a beloved community-focused biscuit brand. Tune in to hear about the challenges, successes, and heartwarming stories behind Wise County Biscuits.
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    50 mins
  • Tech-Driven Solutions for Food Waste: A Conversation with Jen England
    May 21 2024

    Jen England, Vice President of External Affairs at 412 Food Rescue, shared her inspiring journey from a history major to a leading advocate for food security and social justice on the "We Talk" podcast. She discussed how 412 Food Rescue, founded in 2015, rescues surplus food from grocery stores and restaurants, redirecting it to those facing food insecurity through their innovative Food Rescue Hero app. Jen emphasized the dual impact of their work on reducing food waste and addressing health disparities among food-insecure populations. She also highlighted the importance of transforming food distribution systems and the role of advocacy and education in achieving systemic change. Passionate about social justice, Jen continues to support various causes, emphasizing the importance of aligning work with one's values and ensuring a healthy work-life balance.
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    52 mins
  • Rooted Healing: The Hope Grows Approach by Lisa Story
    Apr 24 2024

    The inspiring journey of Lisa Story, who founded the nonprofit Hope Grows in Pittsburgh, focusing on aiding caregivers through the healing essence of nature. Moved by her personal experience of loss and the therapeutic solace found in gardening, Lisa established Hope Grows to extend this sanctuary to others in caregiving roles. The podcast highlights the challenges of initiating the nonprofit, the evolution of its mission to support caregivers, and Lisa's profound insights into success, emphasizing self-awareness, humility, and the importance of a supportive community. Through Hope Grows, Lisa champions the belief in nature's power to rejuvenate and heal, offering caregivers not just respite but a pathway to find peace and renewal amidst their demanding roles.
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    57 mins

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