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Superwomen with Rebecca Minkoff
Hosted by Money News Network · EN
What are the secrets behind some of the most successful women in the world? Each week designer Rebecca Minkoff talks to women from all walks of life, from CEOs to artists, and shows us what life is like without the pretty filters in order to help you navigate what it means to be vulnerable, how loss can make you stronger, and other ways to make your inner superwoman shine. Join us in being Superwomen, together!
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The Problem No Beauty Brand Was Solving | Amy Liu of Tower 28
Yesterday00:43:33Summary readyWhat happens when the life you've worked so hard to build no longer feels like the life you want? This week on Superwomen, Amy Liu, founder and CEO of Tower 28 Beauty, joins me for a conversation about approval, age, uncertainty, and solving a problem that no one had yet. Before launching one of beauty's most beloved brands, Amy walked away from a successful executive career with no plan for what came next. What followed were four defining years of self-discovery and learning to stop defining herself by other people's expectations. Together we discuss the pressure to keep proving yourself, the lifelong skin condition that inspired Tower 28, the freedom that comes from betting on yourself, and why success means very little if you're constantly postponing happiness. This conversation isn't about beauty. It's about having the courage to build a life that actually feels like your own. Episode Guide: (00:00) Meet Amy Liu of Tower 28 Beauty (04:09) Why you're more likely to succeed after 40 (04:49) The truth about clean beauty and sensitive skin (06:43) Quitting a successful career without a backup plan (15:32) The $350,000 mistake that changed her perspective (17:28) Why your network matters more than you think (21:04) Why collaboration beats competition (22:34) How viral growth can actually hurt your business (25:02) Showing up for your kids while building a company (32:40) Why vulnerability is a leadership skill (37:19) Amy’s advice for founders Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Grace Ann Nader on Why You Don't Have to Become Just One Thing
1w ago00:29:50Summary readyMost people spend their 20s trying to figure out who they are. Grace Ann Nader is doing it in front of millions. This week on Superwomen, I sat down with model, reality star, and Love Thy Nader cast member Grace Ann Nader for a conversation about identity, reinvention, and the pressure to have your life figured out before you're ready. Grace opens up about walking away from a future in medicine, earning her master's degree, building a modeling career, and navigating reality television—all while trying to answer the same question most women face: Who am I becoming? This conversation isn't about having all the answers. It's about giving yourself permission to keep evolving. Her philosophy? Follow your curiosity and remember that finding yourself is a lifelong pursuit. Sponsored by @magnumicecream. Nothing Cracks Like Magnum. Find Magnum Ice Cream at retailers nation-wide and at magnumicecream.com. Episode Guide: (00:00) Meet Grace Ann Nader of Love Thy Nader (05:09) Why she changed her mind about medical school (08:22) What it’s like when your family is in the public eye (11:47) Leaving home and building a life in New York (14:11) How she stopped caring about online criticism (18:43) Are the Nader sisters competitive with each other? (20:14) You don't have to choose one career forever (25:22) The family mantra that ends every argument Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Heidi Montag on Fame, Failure, and Finally Being Understood
2w ago00:45:08Summary readyYou’re probably wrong about Heidi Montag. This week on Superwomen, I sat down with the woman many people think they already know. (And no, we’re not talking about The Hills.) Instead, we get into the dream Heidi had long before reality TV: her music. She shares how she spent years pouring everything into her album, why she believed it had failed, and what it felt like to watch it find a cult following more than a decade later. This is a conversation about what it costs to keep believing in a dream the world has already dismissed, and what happens when public perception finally catches up to who you were all along. Brought to you by Macy's. Episode Guide: (00:00) Introducing pop culture icon Heidi Montag (02:54) Why music was always her dream (05:35) Meeting David Foster + turning down a major deal (10:39) The story behind her 10 surgeries in one day (15:39) Heidi's advice for dealing with hate and criticism (18:15) The unexpected revival of her music (24:08) Navigating success during a season of grief (29:03) The reality of being a working mom (32:34) How public perception of Heidi has changed (39:01) How she defines success today Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Your Network Is Your Net Worth: How Lauren Kleinman Built a PR Empire
3w ago00:38:21Summary readyWhat happens when the very thing that drives your success becomes the thing you have to outgrow? This week on Superwomen, Lauren Kleinman, founder of Dreamday and co-founder of Quality Media and The Quality Edit, shares a candid look at the invisible trade-offs that often come with ambition. Lauren opens up about the perfectionism, pressure, and relentless drive that fueled her success—but eventually pushed her toward burnout. Together, she and Rebecca explore the cost of constantly striving for more, the ongoing process of redefining success, and what it takes to evolve beyond the version of yourself that built the business. They also dive into the changing world of PR, affiliate partnerships, visibility, and how founders can build influence in an era shaped by AI and algorithm-driven attention. This conversation isn't really about work-life balance. It's about growth, reinvention, and learning when the traits that got you here are no longer the ones that will take you where you're meant to go. Episode Guide: (00:00) Meet Lauren Kleinman (03:45) How she coined the term “Performance PR” (06:30) Strategies for affiliate partnerships (08:01) Advice for small brands and startups (11:11) What it’s really like running two companies (15:08) How she overcame burnout (18:37) Trusting her team + letting go of work obsession (25:40) Why a perfect day just isn’t attainable (28:39) The chip on her shoulder that fuels her (30:25) Redefining success beyond money and followers (33:41) Three important lessons for entrepreneurs Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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You’re Not Crazy. It’s Your Hormones. | Dr. Heather Hirsch
4w ago00:40:37Summary readyYou’re not lazy. You’re not broken. And you’re probably not “just stressed.” This week on Superwomen, perimenopause expert Dr. Heather Hirsch joins me for one of the most honest and vulnerable conversations I’ve ever had on this podcast. We talk hormones, perimenopause, and why so many women suddenly feel disconnected from themselves. Women are hitting the peak of their careers, relationships, and responsibilities just as their hormones start shifting beneath them. I’ve experienced it personally. Dr. Heather breaks down what’s actually happening in the female brain and body during this stage of life and why one-size-fits-all hormone advice can do more harm than good. Plus, learn about the “hormone stacking” method she recommends. Episode Guide: (00:00) Meet perimenopause expert Dr. Heather Hirsch (02:25) The benefits of symptom tracking for women (06:57) The healthcare gap leaving women without answers (10:38) How hormones impact the brain, mood, and motivation (13:52) Can you blame every symptom on perimenopause? (16:27) Dr. Heather explains “hormone stacking” (19:46) Why one-size-fits-all hormone care doesn’t work (21:47) Rebecca gets honest about her health journey (26:04) Can AI help fix women’s healthcare? (29:41) The workplace support women actually need Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Model and Creator Lexi Wood on Love, Public Judgment, and Choosing Herself
May 2800:46:41Summary readyWhat happens when you stop attaching your worth to outcomes? This week on Superwomen, model, influencer and reality TV personality Lexi Wood opens up about the mindset that drives her dating life and her business goals. Find out how she practices detachment and why she always chooses herself. Plus, she opens up about lessons learned from modeling, taking control of her own narrative on reality TV, and the strategic moves behind her career transitions. If you need a reminder to keep betting on yourself, this episode is it. Sponsored by @magnumicecream. Nothing Cracks Like Magnum. Find Magnum Ice Cream at retailers nation-wide and at magnumicecream.com. Episode Guide: (00:00) Meet Lexi Wood (03:51) How she learned to write her own rules (07:29) Shaping your public narrative on reality TV (08:57) Being strategic about modeling and influencing (11:01) Why reality TV can be a space to flourish (17:24) Why dating is her favorite subject (19:17) Using cake and martinis to celebrate lessons learned (22:07) Giving yourself what you seek in a partner (28:56) How she learned to trust the universe (33:06) Handling online criticism and staying resilient (41:46) Why you should always bet on yourself Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Turning Heartbreak Into a Cult Brand | Boys Lie Founders Tori Robinson and Leah O’Malley
May 2100:42:50Summary readyThey say never mix business with friendship, but my guests today did the exact opposite. This week on Superwomen, I’m sitting down with besties-turned-co-founders Tori Robinson and Leah O’Malley, the duo behind the cult brand Boys Lie. What started as a shared mantra turned into a cosmetics brand, then clothing brand, and now an online community and podcast. Eight years into working together, Tori and Leah’s journey has been a test of both friendship and business savvy – from a drunken St. Patrick’s Day celebration that changed everything to a make-or-break moment that put a strain on their brand and relationship. Find out how they overcame, what they learned, and where they’re headed next. Brought to You By Macy’s Episode Guide: (00:00) Meet Tori Robinson and Leah O’Malley of Boys Lie (02:10) How a fun night out led them to start a business (04:42) Launching a makeup line, then having to pivot (09:04) How Gigi Hadid helped skyrocket their brand (15:21) Building a community through shared heartbreak (16:34) Sharing crazy “Boys Lie” stories (23:07) The make-or-break moment in their friendship (29:33) Early mistakes and how they survived financially (33:06) Announcing Boys Lie x Von Dutch collaboration Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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The Triple Compounding Method That Took Invest Diva, Kiana Danial From Zero to $18 Million
May 1400:40:03Summary readyShe wanted a divorce. But she needed financial independence first. This week on Superwomen, I’m talking to financial expert, best-selling author, and founder of InvestDiva.com, Kiana Danial. Renowned for her Triple Compounding method, she’s sharing how she went from zero to an $18 million-dollar net worth and how her investment mindset actually helped fix her marriage. Plus, get some practical investment tips you can apply in your own life, listen to us both reflect on some past financial mistakes, and how building financial independence gave her the tools to strengthen her marriage. If investing and wealth-building intimidate you, Kiana’s takes will give you the confidence you need. This episode was brought to you by Macy's. To learn more about Xero click here! Episode Guide: (00:00) Meet financial expert Kiana Danial (02:15) Her plan to divorce and be financially independent (06:09) A systematic approach to wealth-building (08:33) How investing in herself transformed her marriage (14:51) Why confidence is the key to financial success (15:43) Her "Pause, Break, Accelerate" system for investments (18:00) The importance of skill development (20:53) Why financial freedom is both lonely and empowering (24:02) Why women need to embrace financial self-trust (27:01) How to calculate your "financial freedom number" (35:20) Why it's never too late to start investing Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Sexy and Saucy with Chef and Author of Tahini Baby, Eden Grinshpan
May 700:41:18Summary readyEden Grinshpan went to culinary school… but she doesn’t cook like a chef anymore. Instead, she’s built her brand around making food (and life) more approachable, less perfect, and actually doable. A year ago, I sat down with the Top Chef Canada host, restaurateur, and author to discuss her latest cookbook, Tahini Baby. In this Replay episode of Superwomen, let’s revisit how she’s approaching cooking, business, and life with a focus on simplicity and joy. She shares how she built Tahini Baby around approachable recipes people can actually use, why she’s moved toward doing less but doing it better, and how that same mindset shows up in her life at home. This one will remind you to not take things too seriously and embrace what feels good. Episode Guide: (00:00) Introducing Eden Grinshpan and Tahini Baby (05:23) Why she’s focusing on approachable recipes (09:21) What it really takes to create a cookbook (13:10) Using humor to build an authentic brand (16:51) Making cooking faster and more practical (21:26) Why tahini is the backbone of her cooking (23:20) The story behind her and Rebecca’s friendship (29:52) Cooking with kids and letting go of perfection (33:36) What keeps her marriage fun and strong https://referrals.xero.com/Superwomen_XeroCollabOne Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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From Side Hustle to 11 Stores - How Stacey Fraser Bootstrapped Pink Chicken
Apr 3000:35:19Summary readyWhat’s the true emotional cost of starting a business on your own? Just ask Stacey Fraser, founder and CEO of Pink Chicken. She sacrificed years of social events, shed tears over countless finance meetings, and carried the weight of being responsible for dozens of employees. In this week’s episode of Superwomen, she gets real about what it really takes to build a successful company – and to keep it going when problems arise. This year, Pink Chicken is celebrating 20 years of operation and has 11 retail stores across the country. But behind the vintage-inspired textiles is a story of humble beginnings, putting out fires, and one woman learning the price of making her dream a reality. This one gets emotional at times, but in the end, you’ll understand why the hard work is worth it. Episode Guide: (00:00) Meet Stacey Fraser, founder of Pink Chicken (03:01) Building a brand from scratch (04:46) How they created a fun store experience for kids (05:52) Managing cash flow and growth as a solo founder (08:46) Navigating the pandemic (1:50) Retail struggles + challenges of expanding stores (12:14) Importance of Pink Chicken’s company culture (13:28) Why working with kids keeps Stacey inspired (15:58) Managing family and career as a founder (20:37) Shift from overworking to healthier habits (23:54) Celebrating Pink Chicken’s 20-year anniversary (31:10) Advice for aspiring entrepreneurs Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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