SheLEDBadass Podcast

In this inspiring episode of SheLEDBadass, hosts Debi and Gabriela sit down with Mindy Mazur, owner of Mazur & Co., strategist, communicator, and champion of mission-driven leadership. Mindy shares how her background in government, public affairs, and communications has shaped her approach to helping organizations communicate with purpose, build strong cultures, and create meaningful impact.
The conversation explores the connection between people, culture, and performance, the importance of relationship-building in leadership, and why communication should always support business goals, not replace them. Mindy also shares her thoughts on AI, the future of work, supporting women leaders, setting boundaries, and leading with both strategy and heart.Find Mindy on LinkedIn and her website!

In this episode Gabriela and Debi sit down with Coach Shaquan, leadership strategist and creator of the Check Your BS Coaching Framework. Together, they explore how self-awareness, mindset, and personal belief systems shape the way we lead, connect, and show up in every area of life. Coach Shaquan shares her journey from corporate America to entrepreneurship and explains why leadership begins with understanding the relationship you have with yourself.
The conversation dives into overcoming limiting beliefs, embracing accountability, building meaningful connections, and redefining concepts like balance, success, and self-care. Coach Shaquan offers practical wisdom on everything from navigating entrepreneurship and leadership challenges to creating harmony instead of chasing perfection. This episode is packed with powerful reminders about courage, authenticity, and the importance of checking the stories we tell ourselves so we can lead with greater confidence, purpose, and impact.

In this episode of She Led Badass, Debi Corrie and Gabriela Ramirez welcome Cynthia Kirkpatrick, Senior Advisor at Moneta and founder of The She Lift Project podcast. Cynthia shares how creating a platform for women to tell their authentic stories revealed common themes of self-discovery, resilience, and learning to trust yourself.
The conversation explores leadership, the emotional side of financial planning, overcoming perfectionism, and the importance of helping women recognize their value. Cynthia also reflects on mentorship, personal growth, and how sharing our stories can inspire others to step into their own potential.
 
Find Cynthia here on LinkedIn
Here is The She Lift Project

In this episode of the SheLEDBadass podcast, Gabriela Debi explore the power of intentional relationships and meaningful conversations. Debi shares how she learned to move away from negativity, become intentional about who she spent time with, and build relationships that aligned with the life and success she wanted to create. Together, they discuss how curiosity, listening, and thoughtful follow-up can transform networking from transactional to authentic.
 
The conversation also highlights the importance of community, adding value to others, and asking for support when needed. From handwritten notes and voice messages to coaching and mentorship, Gabriela and Debi offer practical ways to strengthen connections and protect your energy while continuing to grow personally and professionally. This episode is a reminder that success and fulfillment are built through intentional relationships and shared support.

In this inspiring episode Debi and Gabriella sit down with the Senior Director of Culture Activation at Centene and President of the The St. Louis Forum Board of Directors: Dawn Gipson.
Dawn shares her journey from a curious little girl inspired by Wonder Woman to a leader focused on culture, connection, communication, and measurable impact. With honesty, humor, and deep insight, she explores what leadership really looks like in today’s evolving workplace and why human-centered skills are more important than ever.
This episode is a must-listen for anyone building teams, managing people, balancing ambition with family, or learning how to lead with authenticity and clarity.
You can find Dawn here on LinkedIn

This week Debi and Gabriella sit down with veteran, educator, author, and Latinas Rising co-founder Esmeralda Arohan for one of the most powerful conversations we’ve had yet.
From unimaginable loss to military service, academia, advocacy, and amplifying Latina voices, Esmeralda shares how adversity shaped her leadership, why storytelling matters, and how women can reclaim their voices and rise together.
 
You can find our guest on LinkedIn here

In this episode of the SheLEDBadass podcast, Debi and Gabriela sit down with Betsy Cohen, a trailblazing leader known for building bridges between people, opportunity, and community impact.
From her early career at Nestlé Purina to her transformative work as the founding executive director of the St. Louis Mosaic Project, Betsy shares powerful lessons on leadership, resilience, and evolving with purpose. Now stepping into her next chapter as a philanthropic futurist, she offers a compelling perspective on the intersection of humanity, technology, and the future of work.

In this hosts only episode, Debi and Gabriela dive into the myriad of ways we can help or hinder our growth by the way we think about ourselves in the past, present, and future. Inspired by insights from Be Your Future Self Now by Benjamin Hardy, this conversation challenges the idea that our past defines us and instead invites listeners to use past experiences as fuel, not limitations, for what’s ahead.

In this powerful and deeply honest conversation, Debi and Gabriela welcome Amy Latta, a leadership coach who helps visionary women build success without burning themselves out.
Amy’s work lives at the intersection of leadership, nervous system regulation, and real-life patterns that many high-achieving women quietly struggle with. From undiagnosed ADHD to hormonal shifts and burnout, this episode unpacks what happens when traditional leadership advice simply doesn’t fit and how to create a path that actually works with you.

In this episode of the SheLEDBadass, Debi and Gabriela sit down with Gisele Marcus, Vice Dean at Washington University’s Olin Business School and Professor of Practice in Organizational Behavior.
 
With a career spanning global leadership, P&L management, and team development across industries, Giselle shares powerful insights on how to drive results without losing the human side of leadership.
 
This conversation offers real, actionable lessons on accountability, asking for what you want, and building meaningful relationships in the workplace.