What's Her Story With Sam & Amy

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Author Snack Series: Christen Shefchunas Sep 23, 2021

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This episode features Confidence Coach Christen Shefchunas, who works with athletes at all levels from Olympians and NCAA All Americans to high school athletes. As a former Division I head coach, Christen watched too many women miss out on their potential because of their lack of confidence. Realizing that there was a lack of resources, Christen left her 16-year coaching career and started Coach Christen, a business focused on helping female athletes. In this What’s Her Story “Author Snack Series” we discuss Christen’s new book, 30 Days to Confident and the keys to unlocking your inner confidence.

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Stacey D. Stewart Sep 16, 2021

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Today, we meet one of America’s most prominent non-profit CEOs. Stacey D. Stewart is the President and CEO of the March of Dimes. She previously served as the U.S. President of United Way Worldwide, as well as President and Chief Executive Officer for the Fannie Mae Foundation. Stacey shares stories of growing up in middle class America as the daughter of a high school valedictorian who was expected to abandon her own dreams to support her husband, before reemerging as a leader. She also delves into her life as a mom and one half of a DC power couple. From politics to parenting and career, this is an episode not to be missed!

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Maura Healey Jul 22, 2021

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n this episode we interview Massachusetts Attorney General Maura Healey. The former professional basketball player has become known for her willingness to take on the big fights ranging from the opioid crisis to the Trump administration. Hear how Maura chooses her battles and why she never gives up until she wins.

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Author Snack Series: Tanya Selvaratnam Jul 01, 2021

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In the second episode of our Author Snack Series, we’re sharing a bite-sized interview with Tanya Selvaratnam - artist, Emmy-nominated producer and author. We talk to Tanya about her new book, “Assume Nothing: A Story of Intimate Violence” about her abusive relationship with then New York Attorney General Eric Schneiderman. We hear about her struggle to come forward, how she reclaimed her feeling of safety, and why bystanders need to become upstanders.

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Rebecca Minkoff Jun 24, 2021

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This week, we interview Rebecca Minkoff, designer and creator of the eponymous global fashion brand. Rebecca dishes on the t-shirt that launched her career, what it’s like running a business with her brother, how she and her husband divide the parenting and best of all, she candidly shares the challenges she has faced on her entrepreneurial journey.

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Julie Lythcott-Haims Jun 17, 2021

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This week on What’s Her Story, we’re joined by Julie Lythcott-Haims. After more than a decade as Dean of Freshman at Stanford, Julie took on the over-parenting rat race through her bestselling books and TED talk. We talk about raising independent children, redefining achievement, and most importantly, how to be the kind of parents our children deserve.

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Rachel Nichols Jun 10, 2021

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This week on What’s Her Story, we’re joined by Rachel Nichols, host of ESPN’s daily show focused on the NBA. We chat with Rachel about her early years at The Washington Post, rising in the ranks despite not fitting the mold, and how she parents.

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Author Snack Series: Susan McPherson Jun 08, 2021

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In the first episode of our brand new Author Snack Series, we’re sharing a bite-sized interview with Susan McPherson - author, consultant, serial connector, and communications pro. Susan shares the origin story for her career in connection, the unexpected questions she asks to forge relationships, and tips for introverts looking to make more friends.

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Amy Purdy: Part 2 Jun 03, 2021

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This is the second in our two part series with Amy Purdy, paralympic snowboarder, motivational speaker, Dancing With the Stars runner up and author. In this episode Amy talks about learning to snowboard again post-amputation, her intense relationship with her husband, her struggles with self-confidence, dancing her way to stardom with Derek Hough and how she stays positive in the midst of adversity.

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Amy Purdy: Part 1 May 27, 2021

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In the first of our two part series with Amy Purdy, paralympic snowboarder, motivational speaker, Dancing With the Stars runner up and author, we take a deep dive into Amy's journey. From losing both of her legs at 19 to becoming a decorated athlete and hero to many, Amy has chosen again and again to view challenges as opportunities.

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