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She’s Smart
The ”She’s Smart” podcast spotlights incredible women from various walks of life, from moms to professionals like scientists, therapists, and educators. Through fun, unscripted conversations, the show explores their personal journeys, motivations, and passions, offering inspiration and shared wisdom. With a lighthearted tone, it’s a space for women to connect, learn, and enjoy uplifting stories.
Episodes
She’s SmartAsk Leslie: The Advice We All Need (But Don't Always Take)
What do you do when you've helped plan a friend's daughter's wedding celebrations but don't actually get invited to the wedding? When is setting a boundary…
She’s SmartAshley Napoli - The Courage to Choose Yourself
What happens when the life you've built no longer feels like the life you want? This week on She’s Smart, Maria sits down with Ashley Napoli, founder of Living…
She’s SmartDr. Kira Ganga Kieffer - Who Do We Trust—and Why?
Who do we trust—and why? This week on She’s Smart, Maria sits down with Dr. Kira Ganga Kieffer, a scholar, writer, and professor of religious studies at…
She’s SmartIsabela Livino - An Immaculate Deception
This week on She’s Smart, Maria sits down with author Isabela Livino to talk about her debut novel, An Immaculate Deception. Set in 1877 Brazil, this Gothic…
She’s SmartSusan Curtin - Service, Leadership & the National Coast Guard Museum
Susan Curtin, Chair of the National Coast Guard Museum Association and former member of the United States Coast Guard Reserve. Susan’s connection to the Coast…
She’s SmartHolly Mirabella – Telling Stories That Matter
From producing over 400 episodes of Maury to launching the wildly successful On Par with Maury Povich podcast, Holly Mirabella has spent her career helping…
She’s SmartSamantha Miller – Rewriting Access to Reproductive Healthcare
On this episode of She’s Smart, Maria sits down with Samantha Miller, co-founder and CEO of Cadence OTC, to talk about the future of reproductive healthcare…
She’s SmartVeronica Taylor – Women, Wealth & Why You Just Have to Start
In this episode of She’s Smart, I’m joined by Veronica Taylor, Wealth Advisor at Ellevest — a women-led platform helping women invest, grow their wealth, and…
She’s SmartAimee Raupp: Fertility, Hormones & What Your Body Is Trying to Tell You
Fertility is just the beginning of this conversation. This week, I sit down with Aimee Raupp—best-selling author of Yes, You Can Get Pregnant and The Egg…
She’s SmartDr. Tanvi Gandhi - Healing the Mind, Body & Nervous System
In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Tanvi Gandhi—naturopathic physician, licensed acupuncturist, and integrative psychiatry provider—for a conversation that…
She’s SmartChristine Short: Money, Markets, and the Confidence Gap
In this episode of She’s Smart, I sit down with Christine Short, Head of Research at TMX Group, to unpack the world of financial markets in a way that actually…
She’s SmartEmily Liebert - From Journalism to Novels
USA Today bestselling author Emily Liebert joins me today on She’s Smart to talk about the fascinating world of writing—from crafting bestselling novels to…
She’s SmartPaula James-Martinez- Hope, Culture & the Teen Magazine Revival
What happened to teen culture? This week on She’s Smart, Maria sits down with media insider turned culture-builder Paula James-Martinez — former Fashion…
She’s SmartDr. Katie Takayasu – Is It Stress… or Is It Perimenopause?
Perimenopause. Hormones. Anxiety. Sleep changes. Night sweats. Brain fog. If you’ve been wondering, “Is this just stress… or is something actually shifting?” —…
She’s SmartCatherine Morrissey — Legacy in Motion
Catherine Morrissey is the President of White & Warren, the luxury cashmere brand known for timeless essentials and uncompromising quality. In this episode…
She’s SmartGinger Richardson — The Power of Sauna, Cold Plunge & Community
In this episode, I’m joined by Ginger Richardson, founder of Kiin Sauna, a mobile wood-burning sauna and cold plunge experience based in Fairfield…
She’s SmartDonnie Soddu – Energy, Intuition, and Modern Healing
In this episode of She’s Smart, Maria sits down with Donnie Soddu, founder of High Light Rituals and a shamanic practitioner whose work bridges science…
She’s SmartMichelle Yun Mapplethorpe - Making Art Accessible
In this episode, I sit down with Michelle Yun Mapplethorpe — Director and Chief Curator of the Katonah Museum of Art — for a conversation that opens up the…
She’s SmartSamantha Yanks - A Conversation About Purpose, Creativity & Community
Today on She’s Smart, I sit down with media strategist and founder Samantha Yanks, whose 25-year career spans Vogue, O, The Oprah Magazine, Hamptons, and…
She’s SmartKaren Ackley - A Life of Leadership, Service, and Extraordinary Purpose
Karen Ackley spent more than 30 years inside the Central Intelligence Agency, rising into the CIA’s Senior Intelligence Service — the highest leadership level…
She’s SmartEllen Scherer Crafts - Storytelling, Strategy & Building a Creative Life
In this episode of She’s Smart, Maria sits down with Ellen Scherer Crafts — producer, storyteller, and creative force behind the Emmy® Award-winning…
She’s SmartChristina Roughan – Designing a Life of Style and Substance
This week on She’s Smart, Maria sits down with Christina Roughan, the acclaimed interior designer and founder of Roughan Interiors, a global design firm with…
She’s SmartIrene Chen- Redefining Functional Luxury with Parker Thatch
This week on She’s Smart, I’m joined by Irene Chen, co-founder of the California-based accessories brand Parker Thatch. Irene and I share roots in the same…
She’s SmartDr. Carla Caturia - Raising Resilient Teens
Dr. Carla Caturia has worked with more than 10,000 teens and families as an elite mindset coach specializing in emotional intelligence. In this episode, we…
She’s SmartJodi Stevens Bryce- Lessons from a Life on Stage
Broadway veteran Jodi Stevens Bryce joins me to share her journey from New York stages to mentoring the next generation of performers. We talk about her…
She’s SmartNikki Glazer- Creating Spaces with Soul, History & Intention
Nikki Glazer — Owner and Director of Brand at GrayBarns — joins Maria to share the story of transforming a historic inn into a modern gathering place. From her…
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She's Smart Season 2 Trailer
She’s Smart Season 2 is almost here! 🎉 Get ready for another season of real, inspiring, and lighthearted conversations with incredible women—founders…
She’s SmartAldo Risso, Jr - Father's Day Special and Season Finale
To close out Season 1 of She’s Smart, I’m breaking the mold—and the guest list rules—for a very special Father’s Day episode featuring the one and only man to…
She’s SmartKristen Ancker - Positive Discipline in the Real World
In this episode, we journey into the realms of parenting, education, and maintaining sanity during the challenging teenage years. Special guest Kristen Ancker…
She’s SmartAshley Holt - Baking Outside the Lines
In this episode, Maria sits down with Ashley Holt — baker, artist, Bake Squad star, and founder of Sugar Monster Sweets — for a candid and inspiring…
She’s SmartDr. Sharon Stoll - Unlocking Brain Health
In this episode of She’s Smart, Maria sits down with renowned neurologist and neuro-immunologist Dr. Sharon Stoll for a fascinating and deeply personal…
She’s SmartMother's Day Special: My Mom, Mary
This week on a very special Mother’s Day episode of She’s Smart, I sat down with my original role model—my mom, Mary. Mary shares stories from growing up in a…
She’s SmartLauren Braun Costello - Mastering Life with Technique, Not Torture
In this episode of She’s Smart, Maria sits down with Lauren Braun Costello—chef, author, and the voice behind It’s Lauren, Of Course. Lauren shares her…
She’s SmartMelissa Conner - Future of PR and Building Meaningful Brands
In this episode of She’s Smart, Maria sits down with Melissa Conner — powerhouse publicist, local mom, and Partner & Managing Director at Jennifer Bett…
She’s SmartMaryclare Roos - Home Restoration and Treasure Hunting
In this episode of She’s Smart, we sit down with Maryclare Roos—mom of three, accidental archaeologist, and present-day steward of the Peter Thorp House, a…
She’s SmartNicole Branagh- From Olympian to Analyst
In this episode of She’s Smart, Maria catches up with childhood friend and Olympic beach volleyball player Nicole Branagh. From growing up in Orinda…
She’s SmartAshleigh Owens - From Human Rights to Rock & Roll
Ashleigh Owens is the Deputy Director at Shift, a global leader in advancing the UN Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights—and she’s also the lead…
She’s SmartEram Siddiqui - Founder of Hudson+Bleeker
In this episode of She’s Smart, Maria sits down with Eram Siddiqui, the founder of Hudson+Bleecker, to explore her remarkable journey from working in politics…
She’s SmartHannah Spencer - Style and Fashion
In this episode, we welcome fashion stylist, Hannah Spencer from Nineteen Pieces. Discover how Hannah has crafted a thriving business around the concept of…
She’s SmartDr. Diane Mueller - Naturopath and Sexologist
Dr. Diane Mueller (sex and relationships) a naturopathic doctor, bestselling health author, international speaker, certified sexologist and host of The Libido…
She’s SmartVeena Dinavahi - Author of The True Happiness Company Memoir
On today's episode, we welcome Veena Dinavahi, the author of the powerful memoir, The True Happiness Company. Veena takes us through her deeply personal…
She’s SmartCori Adams - Fitness and Community
On today’s episode we welcome, Cori Adams. If you’ve been fortunate to secure a coveted spot to her Gold step aerobics class at the Westport Weston YMCA, you…
She’s SmartJill Dunn - Matchmaker and The Art of Dating
On today’s episode we welcome Jill Dunn, the powerhouse behind Jillin’ It, a matchmaking and dating service. Jill is a professional matchmaker, dating coach…
She’s SmartEva Amurri - Buiding a Business and a Brand
On today's episode we welcome Eva Amurri. You may know Eva as the creator of Happily Eva After, her lifestyle brand and blog where she shares everything from…
She’s SmartFetch Rescue - The Power of Fostering
Jessie Shaw and Jenn Sommerfield (co-founders of Fetch Rescue in Westport, Connecticut) These two women—and their amazing network—are working tirelessly to…
She’s SmartAllison Wilson of The Hope Project - Healing military families
In today's episode we welcome Allison Wilson, founder of the Hope Project, a groundbreaking initiative offering support and healing to military families…
She’s SmartJulie Mountain and Dana Noorily - Founders of the Granola Bar
On today's episode we welcome, Julie Mountain and Dana Noorily, the dynamic duo behind The Granola Bar, a beloved café that started in Westport and has since…
She’s SmartKavita Srinivasan - Parenting Coach, Trauma Healer, and Educator
In this episode we welcome, Kavita Srinivasan. Kavita is a Parenting Coach, Trauma Healer, and Educator whose personal journey is nothing short of…
She’s SmartChristine Dunst - Nutrition and Health
In this episode, we welcome Christine Dunst. Christine is the co-founder of Embody Wellness, a pioneering team of integrated, holistic nutritionists and health…
She’s SmartChristina Larson - Maria and her sister on family, holidays and fun
Welcome to a special holiday episode of She's Smart featuring Maria and her sister, Christina. The episode is filled with family stories, laughter, and…
She’s SmartAshley Langer - Building Community
In this episode, we welcome Ashley Langer. Ashley is the founder of Business Socialistas, a community curated specifically for female entrepreneurs. Ashley is…
She’s SmartMin Santandrea - Founder of Sant M shoes
In this episode, we have an inspiring conversation with Min Santandrea the Founder of Sant M Shoes. Min shares her journey from growing up in Korea to becoming…
She’s SmartElaine Frontain Bryant - EVP and Head of Programming A&E, Lifetime and LMN
In this episode, we chat with Elaine Frontain Bryant, Executive Vice President and Head of Programming at A&E, Lifetime, and the Lifetime Movie Network…
She’s SmartMichelle Ruiz, Journalist - Beyond the Byline
In this episode, we welcome Michelle Ruiz, a contributing culture editor at Vogue and frequent cover story author at Vanity Fair. Known for her profiles on…
She’s SmartAnne Delorier, Owner of Eleven 11- Entrepreneurship
In this episode, we dive into the story behind ELEVEN11, a thriving accessories business with owner Anne Delorier. Anne shares the origins and evolution of her…
She’s SmartChadaé Bowler - From Music to Marketing
In this episode, we hear the inspiring journey of my guest, Chadaé Bowler. Chadaé shares her story of growing up in Brooklyn as a first-generation American…
She’s SmartShe's Smart Trailer
Welcome to She's Smart, where we celebrate the brilliance of extraordinary women and dive deep into their stories. I'm your host, Maria Rowbotham, a mom…