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Serious Lady Business
Serious Lady Business is the podcast where we dive into the serious—and sometimes not-so-serious—realities of being a female business owner. Host Leslie Youngblood keeps it real about entrepreneurship as we dive into the hard lessons no one warns you about to the surprising wins that make it all worth it. Tune in for honest conversations, unfiltered insights, and stories that prove you’re not in this alone.
Episodes
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What Does Ambition Actually Look Like?
What if motherhood didn't make you less ambitious, but actually made you more ambitious? In this special solo episode of Serious Lady Business, host Leslie…
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Women Know What Women Buy with Krista Karpan
Krista Karpan, co-founder and CEO of Milked Media, shares insights on marketing to women, building authentic customer relationships, and scaling a business…
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From AI Overwhelm to Competitive Advantage with Lydia Benham
In this episode, Leslie Youngblood interviews Lydia Benham about harnessing AI for business growth, overcoming overwhelm, and the importance of community and…
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The Leadership Gap No One Talks About with Logan Yonavjak
In this episode, Logan Yonavjak shares insights on leadership gaps, the impact of biases, and how AI can democratize access to leadership development. Discover…
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Human First: Why Relationships (Not Algorithms) Still Win in Business with Monique Sar
What if the biggest advantage in business today isn't AI, automation, or a bigger audience—but being more human? In this episode of Serious Lady Business…
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Engineering Confidence: Leadership from the Factory Floor with Nashay Naeve
Join Leslie Youngblood and Nashay Naeve as they discuss engineering confidence, leadership lessons from the factory floor, navigating international business in…
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The Business of Surprise with Lillian Rafson
What happens when you quit your job, give up your apartment, and follow a spark of inspiration halfway around the world? In this episode of Serious Lady…
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Detroit Series: Leading the Team That Builds the Dream with Stephanie Stewart
Join Leslie Youngblood as she interviews Stephanie Stewart, founder of The Aesthetic Method, about her entrepreneurial journey, leadership, community…
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The Real Cost of Breaking the Glass Ceiling in Science, Tech & Silicon Valley with Maheen Masouf Adamson
In this inspiring interview, Dr. Maheen Mausoof Adamson shares her journey from neuroscientist to med tech innovator, tackling the glass ceiling in science and…
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Detroit Series: From Account Assistant to Agency Leader with Andrea Trapani
In this inspiring interview, Andrea Trapani, managing partner at Identity, shares her journey from early career challenges to leading a successful PR agency in…
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How To Build Wealth Without Losing Your Values with Christina Sjahli
Summary Join Leslie Youngblood and Christina Sjahli as they explore how women entrepreneurs can build wealth ethically, create purpose-driven businesses, and…
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My Origin Story & What’s Next for Serious Lady Business
Host Leslie Youngblood shares her inspiring journey from advertising to entrepreneurship, emphasizing the importance of self-belief, community, and continuous…
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Detroit Series: The DJ Is the CEO and What Creative Women Learn About Leadership with DJ Nicole Myint
In this inspiring interview, DJ Nicole Myint shares her journey from passion for music to becoming a successful DJ and producer. She discusses overcoming…
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Why Powerful Women Struggle to Talk About Themselves with Heidi Yarger
Leslie Youngblood interviews Heidi Yarger, Founder and Creative Director of Spitfiregirl about the importance of visibility, authentic self-promotion, and…
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Detroit Series: Building Talent, Access, and a New Future for the City with Christina Ware
This episode features Christina Ware, a Detroit-based workforce innovation expert, discussing her journey, the importance of community engagement, and the…
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Power, Permission & Taking Up Space in Comedy with Lynn Harris
Host Leslie Youngblood chats with Lynn Harris about the power of comedy as a cultural force, the importance of representation, and how women can embrace their…
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Detroit Series: Deana Neely On What It Really Takes to Lead, Build, and Power a City
In this inspiring interview, Detroit Voltage founder Deana Neely shares her journey from government support to building a successful woman-owned electrical…
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The Trust Recession: Rebuilding Belief in Brands, Retail & Real Human Connection with Kate Assaraf
In this episode, Leslie Youngblood interviews Kate Assaraf, Founder of Dip haircare, about the trust recession, ethical marketing, and building authentic…
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Detroit Series: How Brand Trust and Loyalty Get Built with Lydia Michael
In this episode, Lydia Michael, a marketing and brand strategist, discusses the importance of emotion in branding, building trust, and loyalty. She shares…
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Beyond the Algorithm: Building a Voice That Lasts with Marta Spirk
In this episode of Serious Lady Business, host Leslie Youngblood speaks with Marta Spirk, a speaking coach and author, about the journey of female…
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Detroit Series: Built on Sound- Detroit’s Music Legacy, Voice, and Creative Leadership with Dayna Davis
In this episode of Serious Lady Business, host Leslie Youngblood speaks with Dayna Davis, a talented singer, songwriter, and producer from Detroit. They…
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Before TikTok: The Timeless Rules of Building a Loyal Client Base with Shelley Hancock
In this episode of Serious Lady Business, host Leslie Youngblood speaks with Shelley Hancock, a trailblazer in the aesthetic industry. They discuss the…
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Detroit Series: Visibility Without the Budget with Rasheda Williams
Host Leslie Youngblood speaks with Rasheda Williams, an award-winning speaker and communication strategist, about the importance of visibility and storytelling…
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When Everything Is Important with Shanea Dangerfield
Host Leslie Youngblood engages with Shanea Dangerfield, founder of Fieldwise Consulting, to discuss the challenges faced by founders and leaders in navigating…
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Detroit Series: Retail as Rebellion with Angela Wisniewski-Cobbina
In this engaging conversation, Leslie Youngblood speaks with Angela Wisniewski-Cobbina, founder of Coup d'Etat, about the significance of independent retail as…
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How Women Can Take Control of Their Health Without Adding More to Their Plate with Anja Skodda
Host Leslie Youngblood engages in a deep conversation with Anja Skodda, a bioengineer and entrepreneur, about the importance of women's health, the role of…
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Detroit Series: Building Social Impact That Actually Moves People with Kiara Williams
About Our Guest Kiara Williams, Founder of Digital Movement Media + Treuse Cinema Connect with Kiara on LinkedIn Connect with Kiara on Instagram Digital…
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From Neuroscience to Water Security: Building an Innovation Pipeline (and Community) with Soula Chronopoulos
Host Leslie Youngblood speaks with Soula Chronopoulos, president of Aqua Action, about the critical importance of water security as both an environmental and…
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Detroit Series: We Deserve More— Nikki Sapiro Vinckier and the Modern Fight for Reproductive Justice, From Detroit and Beyond
Host Leslie Youngblood speaks with Nikki Sapiro-Vinckier, a reproductive healthcare activist and OB-GYN physician assistant. They discuss Nikki's journey into…
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From Laid Off to Living the 7-Figure Life: How Elina Built a Thriving E-Commerce Brand
Host Leslie Youngblood interviews Elina Panteleyeva, founder of DoodWoof, a thriving e-commerce brand for doodle dogs. Elina shares her journey from being laid…
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Detroit Series: Building What Matters in the Midwest— How BedConnect’s Lindsay A. Joseph Is Proving You Don’t Have to Leave Michigan to Build Greatness
Host Leslie Youngblood interviews Lindsay A. Joseph, co-founder of BedConnect, a healthcare technology startup focused on improving patient transitions through…
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Camera Confidence & Content That Converts: How Rebecca Blacker Built a $60M Real Estate Brand with Video
Host Leslie Youngblood welcomes Rebecca Blacker, a leading figure in New York City's residential real estate market and co-founder of Blacker and Team. The…
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Detroit Series: Reimagining Education, Sports, and Tech in Detroit with Chloe Barnes-Henderson
Leslie Youngblood speaks with Chloe Barnes-Henderson, founder of Athletech Academy, about her journey in sports and education. They discuss the importance of…
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From Passion to Paycheck: Building a Creative Career Without Burning Out with Isabella Patrick
Host Leslie Youngblood speaks with Isabella Patrick, a Manhattan-based interior designer and Founder of Isabella Patrick Interiors, about her journey from a…
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Know Your Numbers, Know Your Power: Armine Alajian on Building a Business You Can Actually Afford to Love
In this engaging conversation, Leslie Youngblood interviews Armin Elajian, a CPA and fractional CFO, about the importance of financial literacy for women…
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Selling the Unseen: Growing a Risque Brand and Empowering Women to Own Their Story
Host Leslie Youngblood interviews Liz Hansen, a boudoir photographer who empowers women through her art. Liz shares her journey from a wedding photographer to…
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Grief, Grace, and Changing Conversations with Samara Tricarico
In this episode of Serious Lady Business, host Leslie Youngblood engages in a heartfelt conversation with Samara Tricarico, co-founder of Endurant Movement…
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The Business Case for Doing Good: How B Corps Are Redefining Success
Leslie Youngblood interviews Maiya Holliday about the significance of B Corps and the journey of building a sustainable business. They discuss the challenges…
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Money Without the Panic: Building Financial Confidence for Women in Business
Host Leslie Youngblood and financial planner Melissa Joy discuss the complexities of money management for women in business. They explore the emotional aspects…
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When Enough is Enough: Redefining Success in the Fast-Paced Marketing World
Leslie Youngblood and Catherine (Cat) Holt discuss the challenges and triumphs of women in leadership roles. Cat shares her journey from rising to VP at a…
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Make It or Break It: Rachel Honeyman on the Strategies That Saved Her Business—and Herself
Host Leslie Youngblood speaks with Rachel Honeyman, founder of HoneyBeBold, about her entrepreneurial journey, the challenges she faced, and the strategies she…
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Check In, Don’t Check Out: Endora, Reflective Play, and the Science of Nostalgic Healing
Host Leslie Youngblood speaks with sisters Kitty and Coco, co-founders of Endora, a wellness gaming app designed to help millennial mothers combat anxiety and…
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From Dismissed to Determined: How Maria Haugen Is Changing the Way Women Track and Advocate for Their Health
In this episode of Serious Lady Business, host Leslie Youngblood speaks with Maria Haugen, founder of FoXX Health, a health tech app designed to empower women…
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Breaking Barriers, Building Better Models: From Immigrant to C-Suite with Minyang Jiang
In this episode of Serious Lady Business, host Leslie Youngblood engages in a heartfelt conversation with Minyang (MJ) Jiang, the Chief Strategy Officer at…
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Running a Household Like a Business: Why Moms Need a Team Too
In this Serious Lady Business conversation, Leslie talks with Kelly Hubbell, founder of Sage Haus, about why “moms need teams too” and how running a household…
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Creative Destiny: Trusting Your Path, Owning Your Story, and Building a Legacy
This episode tracks the fearless, nonlinear creative path of Trinette Faint—from teen model in Chicago and Paris to Hollywood sets, six years at Google…
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How to Build a Business You Actually Enjoy with Andrea Liebross
Leslie Youngblood and Andrea Liebross explore the journey of women entrepreneurs, emphasizing the importance of coaching, community support, and the need for…
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Cause She's a Mastermind: Building a Business That Runs Toward the Fire
Host Leslie Youngblood speaks with Alyssa Carrier, founder and CEO of AC Disaster Consulting. They discuss Alyssa's journey into disaster management, the…
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Pattern Recognition: How Observing, Listening & Adapting Can Make You a More Powerful Leader
Host Leslie Youngblood engages in a deep conversation with Margaret Brower, a renowned coach in the catering and venue sales industry. They explore Margaret's…
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Stop Shrinking. Start Showing Up: How Women Founders Can Get the Media Spotlight They Deserve
Host Leslie Youngblood speaks with Jenny Beres, co-founder of Pink Shark PR, about the importance of visibility for women founders. They discuss the challenges…
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Start Anyway: Building Impact Without Permission or Profit
Host Leslie Youngblood speaks with Mackenzie Siren, co-founder of Chicago Climate Connect, a nonprofit dedicated to building a community around climate change…
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Fundraising While Female: What They Don’t Ask the Men
Episode Summary Host Leslie Youngblood speaks with Natalise Kalea Robinson, co-founder and CEO of Parallel Health. They discuss the unique challenges female…
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Rewrite the Rules: Building Metrics That Actually Reflect Your Power
Host Leslie Youngblood speaks with Delia Grenville, a tech executive and founder of Slyn Consulting. They discuss the importance of rewriting the rules in the…
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When You Lose Your Voice, You Lose Yourself
Host Leslie Youngblood speaks with Alaina Shearer about the journey of finding one's voice, particularly for women in the workplace. They discuss the…
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From Cancer Diagnosis to Changing the Law: How One Woman Took on the Fertility Industry
Host Leslie Youngblood speaks with Rijon Charne, a fertility attorney and founder of Sunray Fertility Law. Rijon shares her personal journey from a cancer…
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Building a Dream Team (Without a Payroll): How to Attract and Lead Rockstar Virtual Contractors
Host Leslie Youngblood speaks with Natasha Golinsky, an "accidental agency owner" and founder of On Purpose Projects. They discuss the challenges and triumphs…
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What Fashion Taught Me About Power: Storytelling, Standards, and Starting Over
Host Leslie Youngblood speaks with Johanna Almstead, a seasoned consultant and investor in the fashion industry. They discuss the power of storytelling in…
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You Built That? Challenging the Doubt, Dismissal, and Disrespect Women Face in Deep Tech
Leslie Youngblood speaks with Jill Mari Embry, founder of Balance Innovation Center, about the challenges women face in the male-dominated medical device…
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Data Disruption and Doing It Differently – How Women Are Building the Future of AI
Leslie interviews Virginia Puccio, CEO of Fuel AI. They discuss Virginia's journey from working in tech to founding her own company, the importance of women in…
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Second Puberty & the CEO Mindset: Building a Business While Your Body’s Rebuilding Itself
**SPECIAL OFFER FOR OUR LISTENERS: Receive 20% off their next NNABI purchase when you use promo code SLB20.** Host Leslie Youngblood engages in a deep…