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Dec. 13, 2021

Episode 19 with Dr. Lois Frankel: From Surviving to Thriving

Denice is joined by executive coach and bestselling author Dr. Lois Frankel (Nice Girls Don’t Get the Corner Office) for an eye-opening conversation about not just surviving but thriving in these strange times. She champions flipping the tortilla...

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Dec. 6, 2021

Episode 18 with Amy Mahery: Reflections on 2021 WOMEN IN THE WORKPLAC…

In this special episode Denice is joined by Amy Mahery, SVP and Head of the Global Business Franchise, Neurology & Immunology at EMD Serono, Inc., to talk about women in the workplace. The two review the recent McKinsey WOMEN IN …

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Oct. 18, 2021

Episode 17 with Lawrence Levy: In Pursuit of Joy and Meaning

“Where do I go from here?” It’s a question so many of us are asking ourselves after this time of unprecedented stress and burnout. Today, we examine that question with Denice as she sits down with Lawrence Levy, the former …

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Sept. 20, 2021

Episode 16 Pt. 2 with Jordyne Blaise: Practical Tips for Coming out o…

Attorney and DE&I expert, Jordyne Blaise, joins Denice for the second conversation in a series of about diversity, equity, and inclusion. This one is a must-listen for anyone struggling with work in this unprecedented time (so, everybody). Jordyne...

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Sept. 13, 2021

Episode 16 with Jordyne Blaise: Let’s Get Real With Diversity, Equit…

If you’re feeling unsettled in the areas of DEI, you’re not alone! Jordyne Blaise, director of DEI at bluebird bio and expert on this topic, talks with Denice about wins, challenges, and things to come in this important space. Today’s …

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Aug. 30, 2021

Episode 15 with Pritesh Shah: Trading Negative Experiences for Tools …

If there is one thing we all need right now, it is resilience. Denice is joined by pharmaceutical executive, Pritesh Shah, who shares his story of what it took to go from immigrant outsider to health care leader. Pritesh talks …

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Aug. 23, 2021

Episode 14 with Diana Nyad: Building a Soulful Life with Fearless Int…

This week Denice is joined by one of her personal heroes—author, motivational speaker, and long-distance swimmer Diana Nyad—to answer the question, "what does success look like?" You’d think for Diana it would be sink or swim, but she says that...

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Aug. 16, 2021

Episode 13 with Barbara Ryan: Ever Struggle With Being “The Only” in …

Barbara Ryan, wall street pioneer and glass breaker, shares how she built an incredible career in the traditionally male dominated financial sector. Her practical advice about not just surviving but thriving in muddy career terrain is priceless. Today...

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Aug. 2, 2021

Episode 12 with Caitlin Sakdalan: How to Find a New Path When Your B…

“Do what you love and you’ll never work a day in your life.” This old quote comes to life with today’s guest Caitlin Sakdalan who took what she loves-- food and travel-- and turned it into her career. Caitlin also …

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July 26, 2021

Episode 11 with Terri Broussard Williams: Invest In Yourself for Life…

Terri Broussard Williams, best-selling author of “Find your Fire,” joins Denice to talk about her journey and the strategies she has used to build the personal brand she has today. She tells Denice about when she realized that if she …

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July 19, 2021

Episode 10 with Gabriela Annacone: Dream it. Believe it. Do it.

Gabriela Annacone, a first-generation American, turned her homesickness at the holidays into a business when she started making and selling coquito (). Gabriela stresses the importance of owning your voice as well as finding the confidence to run a...

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July 12, 2021

Episode 9 with Rebecca De Ornelas and Michael DiBiasio-Ornelas: Do Yo…

Husband and wife filmmaking team Rebecca De Ornelas and Michael DiBiasio-Ornelas share how they worked through their fears to pursue their dreams of making a movie, even when it felt unattainable and scary. Through the power of story, they give …

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July 5, 2021

Episode 8 with Greg Monaco: The Art and Science of Our Own Personal S…

Greg Monaco, a marketing guru who has helped build many iconic brands, believes every great brand starts with a great story. Sharing a story can make us feel a bit vulnerable. Greg talks about why taking a risk and putting …

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June 28, 2021

Episode 7 with Jannelle So-Perkins: The Power and Possibility of Pers…

Jannelle So-Perkins shares how she was able to reinvent herself throughout her career. Jannelle was a successful broadcaster in the Philippines and was able to successfully host her own talk show in the US. Jannelle speaks on how she managed …

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June 24, 2021

Episode 6: Denice’s Personal Story on Gratitude

In this special episode, Denice celebrates her daughter's 21st birthday. When Denice was pregnant with Sierra, she contracted a virus from a coworker while sitting in a meeting. Her daughter was born at 29 weeks with multiple disabilities....

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June 14, 2021

Episode 5 with Vicky Free: How Our Past Can Ignite Our Future

How do you move through fear? Vicky Free, the Head of Global Marketing at adidas, joins Denice to discuss believing in yourself and getting through fear. Free, who’s led marketing at BET, Disney TV and adidas among others, shares how …

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June 7, 2021

Episode 4 with Tina Chang: Why Investing in YOU as a Brand is a Must-…

Learn how to more effectively build your brand in a way that truly represents you. Join Denice and guest Tina Chang, CEO and Founder of Pioneering Collective, a personal PR firm and thought leadership community. They discuss ...

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June 1, 2021

Episode 3 with Kyoko Minegishi: How to Connect with Others (When it D…

Does just thinking about going into new situations keep you up at night? Kyoko Minegishi, who’s worked in four different countries for companies like Adidas and Red Bull, joins Denice to talk about adapting. She shares her c...

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May 18, 2021

Episode 2 with Maria Thomas: How to be Successful and Happy by Creati…

What did you learn today? Maria Thomas, an alum of Amazon and a digital transformer behind NPR digital and Etsy joins Denice to talk about being a lifelong learner. She says that her success comes from one thing— listening. ...

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May 18, 2021

Episode 1 with Tina Sharkey: Why Being Ourself is The Ultimate Streng…

What’s your superpower? Tina Sharkey joins Denice to share how finding her superpower shaped a career that has taken her from J&J to Sesame Street to founding iVillage and Brandless. Tina shares her recipe for taking the skil...

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March 29, 2021

Welcome to Flip the Tortilla!

This show is for the underdog at heart and is about rising up, breaking through, and finding a way to achieve your most audacious goals. If you’ve ever been told you can’t, you won’t or it’s not possible, you’ve found …

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