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Hi everybody, welcome to WINK, Women I Need to Know, hosted by Amelia and Maggie. The podcast where we shine a spotlight on women breaking barriers across industries.
Each episode, we dive into the stories behind their success, how they got there, the tough trade-offs they made, and what they wish they'd known at the start. We'll also review innovative products from women-led companies and highlight the freshest female-founded startups.
The best part, when you listen, you don't just hear their stories, you become part of their network.
So whether you're graduating college or embarking on a new career in your 40s, our guests are women you need to know.

Send a textWhen Life Hands You Change, We’re Here to Hand You the Mic (and the Gift Registry)At WINK, we believe in telling the truth about life’s twists and turns — the messy, the magical, and everything in between. That’s why we’re so excited to partner with Fresh Starts Registry, the first and only gift registry built for all of life’s new chapters.We’re talking the big ones and the ones you never saw coming — moving cross-country for a dream job, starting over after a breakup, launching that business you’ve been sketching in the margins for years, or finally deciding you deserve the cozy couch and the wine glasses that actually match.Fresh Starts is more than just a shopping list. It’s a movement — a way to say:“This is my fresh chapter, and I’m allowed to be celebrated for it.”Because celebrations aren’t just for weddings and baby showers. They’re for the moments when you choose yourself, rebuild from the ground up, or step into something completely new.Support the showThank you for joining WINK - You're worth knowing!

Send a textFull of Herself — The Audacity to Be You with Sarah MooreEpisode Summary (for podcast apps):This week on WINK, we’re joined by the electric and empowering Sarah Moore, Master Life Coach, author of Full of Herself, and founder of Moore Soul Sessions. Sarah is on a mission to help women rewrite the story they’ve been told about confidence—and reclaim it as something deeply internal, wildly personal, and totally transformative.We talk about the power of showing up fully—without apology, explanation, or performative perfection. Sarah shares how to navigate self-doubt, how to stop outsourcing your worth, and how to start making bold, soulful decisions that come from within.This is your invitation to stop playing small, stop people-pleasing, and start being full of yourself—in the best way possible.Support the showThank you for joining WINK - You're worth knowing!

Send a textWINK Podcast Episode: Holding Mothers, Holding Hope — with Dr. Emily GuarnottaThis week on WINK, we sat down with the incredibly grounded and generous Dr. Emily Guarnotta—licensed psychologist, perinatal mental health specialist, and founder of Phoenix Health, an online therapy practice supporting families across 42 states.Emily brings real talk and real science to the messy, beautiful, and often silent struggles that come with pregnancy, postpartum, infertility, and pregnancy loss. From breaking the stigma around maternal mental health to normalizing therapy as an act of strength (not shame), she reminds us that asking for help isn’t a weakness—it’s a radical act of self-preservation.We talked about:Why “maternal instinct” is often code for unrealistic expectationsWhat postpartum actually looks like (spoiler: it’s not always baby snuggles and lattes)How to show up for friends going through loss, even when you don’t know what to sayThe invisible labor of motherhood, and the emotional toll of "being everything for everyone"The life-changing magic of therapy—especially with someone who gets itWhether you’re navigating motherhood, supporting someone who is, or just want to be a more emotionally fluent human—this episode is full of truth bombs, empathy, and tools for healing.Dr. Emily, thank you for being the warm light and fierce advocate so many families need.📍Follow her work:Instagram @dr_emily_guarnottaPhoenix HealthLinkedInSupport the showThank you for joining WINK - You're worth knowing!

Send a textFrom Survivors to Summits: Anjali Mehta’s Journey with WINK When we sit down with Anjali Mehta, the energy is immediate and electrifying. A seasoned human rights and humanitarian law lawyer, Anjali has turned her career—and her life—toward a higher purpose. In our recent WINK episode, she journeyed through her “survivors to summits” saga, unveiled The Power of We and shared the bold leap she made leaving Big Law to devote herself fully to nonprofit work. Here’s how her story unfolded.Anjali is on a mission to conquer the Seven Summits—the highest peak on each continent—not just for the thrill, but to raise awareness and funds for survivors of gender-based violence. For her, each summit is a metaphorical and literal pinnacle of survival, perseverance, and transformation. As she explains, “transformation happens together,” highlighting a deeply held belief in collective action . At the center of her work is What is the Power of We?, the nonprofit she co-founded. It's not just an organization; it's a movement. Woven into her legal advocacy and athletic pursuits is a simple truth: community is essential to real change. Whether climbing mountains or advocating for legal reform, Anjali believes in the amplifying voice of solidarity, a sentiment she passionately shared in our conversation.Anjali trained at NYU for humanitarian law and navigated a promising path in Big Law. But at a critical moment, she traded the prestige of private practice for purpose: dedicating herself to gender-based violence, asylum, human rights, and systemic change. Today she stands not in a boardroom, but in frontline advocacy—before international courts, in grassroots communities, and atop remote peaks Her reach extends far beyond legal briefs. Anjali is a TEDx speaker, Fulbright scholar, professional artist and dancer, and a mountaineer. This interdisciplinary identity allows her to craft compelling stories and unique programs like somatic movement workshops—blending law, art, and embodiment—that she’s led at institutions like NYU and Yale.Support the showThank you for joining WINK - You're worth knowing!

Send a textEnchanted Makeovers: Turning Shelters into sanctuaries with Terry GrahlThis week on WINK: Women I Need to Know, we’re joined by Terry Grahl — founder, visionary, and CEO of Enchanted Makeovers. Featured on The Kelly Clarkson Show, Terry’s story is one of unshakable purpose and heart-led transformation.From experiencing homelessness as a child to becoming a grandmother, children's book author, and full-time changemaker, Terry brings soul to every space she touches. Her nonprofit, Enchanted Makeovers, transforms shelters into nurturing, creative sanctuaries — places where women and children rediscover dignity, self-worth, and the power to dream again.We talk flea markets, second chances, and what it means to truly heal a heart — not just through shelter, but through beauty, creativity, and community. If you’ve ever doubted that one person can ignite a movement, this episode will remind you: magic is real — and Terry Grahl is proof.Support the showThank you for joining WINK - You're worth knowing!

Send a text✨ When Intuition Speaks: A Psychic Reading with Renee PrecopioWINK Podcast Episode RecapWhat happens when you sit down with a psychic intuitive and open yourself up to the unknown? In this week’s episode of the WINK podcast, we find out—live.We welcomed the incredibly gifted Renee Precopio, an intuitive psychic who’s known for her uncanny ability to read energy, tune into spirit guides, and reflect back messages that so many of us need to hear—but don’t always know how to ask for. Renee doesn’t use scripts, props, or even last names. Just pure energy. And spoiler alert: she brought the truth.In this episode, Renee conducts live intuitive readings for both Amelia and Maggie, offering deeply personal, uncannily accurate insights into their lives, careers, and emotional paths. From soul purpose to leadership growth to "you’re going to want to hear this" revelations about timing and trusting the process—Renee reads them like open books, page by page.We explore:What being a psychic intuitive really meansHow Renee first discovered her gift and turned it into a callingThe role of intuition in work, relationships, and healingWhy you always know the answer—you just might need help hearing itWhether you’re a total skeptic, a cosmic believer, or somewhere in between, this episode is pure magic. Renee’s energy is warm, grounded, and empowering—and her readings remind us that when women tune into themselves (and each other), the universe answers back.Listen now to hear what’s in the cards. Or the energy. Or your own damn intuition. 🔮Support the showThank you for joining WINK - You're worth knowing!

Send a textWINK Podcast Episode: Carolyn Sharp on Reigniting Real ConnectionFeaturing the author of Fire It Up: Four Secrets to Reigniting Intimacy and Joy in Your RelationshipIn this episode of WINK, we sit down with relationship coach and couples therapist Carolyn Sharp to talk about what actually makes relationships work—hint: it’s not perfection. It’s vulnerability.Carolyn shares her perspective on why curiosity beats judgment, why owning your mistakes is more powerful than defending them, and how being truly present—with yourself and your partner—can transform even the most stuck dynamic.We also explore the biggest key to success in couples therapy: both people have to show up. Emotionally. Honestly. Ready to grow.If your relationship feels more like a roommate situation or you're tired of repeating the same old arguments, Carolyn brings the honesty, humor, and hope you need. This one is all about showing up, softening up, and shaking up the script.Support the showThank you for joining WINK - You're worth knowing!

Send a textAt WINK, we’re all about women who do it differently—and authentically. That’s why we’re so excited to shine a light on Julia Dzafic, author of the cookbook Garden Grown, founder and CEO of Lemon Stripes, and mom of two. She’s built a brand, a family, and a garden that feeds more than just stomachs—it feeds a community of women hungry for honesty, connection, and real-life inspiration.Julia isn’t your average influencer. She doesn’t pretend it’s easy. She shows up—in the mess, the beauty, and everything in between. Whether she’s sharing a plant-based recipe from her vibrant backyard or opening up about postpartum depression, antidepressants, infertility, or the unglamorous parts of motherhood, Julia reminds us that strength comes in softness. And truth? It’s powerful.She doesn’t shy away from the real talk. She’s the first to acknowledge that “Live, Laugh, Lexapro” is more than a meme (or a sweatshirt) —it’s a mantra. Julia’s openness about mental health, therapy, and finding the tools that work for her is exactly the kind of conversation we’re here for. Because being a woman, a mother, a business owner—it’s a lot. And pretending otherwise helps no one.She grew the tomatoes, wrote the recipes, and—get this—she did the entire photo shoot in her actual kitchen. No big production, no studio lighting tricks. Just her real life, real countertops, and props that you just know came from those treasure-hunt spots we all love (looking at you, HomeGoods). It’s the kind of detail that makes you feel like you’re flipping through your best friend’s cookbook, not some polished, unattainable lifestyle guide.Her book, Garden Grown, is a love letter to food, family, and finding joy in the everyday. It’s not just about what’s on your plate—it’s about what you’re growing inside and around you. It’s as much a cookbook as it is a celebration of nourishment in all forms. And if you’ve ever felt like you’re juggling too many roles—CEO, mom, partner, friend—Julia is proof that you can embrace all of them, imperfectly and beautifully.To the women who are building something—be it a business, a family, a garden, or all three—we see you. And Julia? She’s one we all need to know.Keep growing, keep going, and don’t forget: authenticity is your superpower.Support the showThank you for joining WINK - You're worth knowing!

Send a text"Step by Step with Libby Delana: On Creativity, Consistency, and Walking Through Life"In this episode of WINK – Women I Need to Know, we’re joined by the wildly inspiring Libby Delana — author of Do Walk: Navigate Earth, Mind and Body. Step by Step, co-host of the beloved podcast This Morning Walk with Alex Elle, and a powerhouse creative with a storied career in advertising.Libby spent over 15 years as Director of Design at MullenLowe before co-founding the boutique agency Mechanica, where her work earned countless industry accolades. Beyond the boardroom, Libby is a brand ambassador, model, aspiring pilot, cold water swimmer, rookie fly fisher, and passionate advocate for female leadership. Oh — and did we mention she’s a mom to two tall, smart, kind men?We dive into her walking practice and how it’s transformed her life, the wisdom she wishes she had when starting her career, and what it means to stick with something day after day — even (and especially) when it’s hard. Libby brings a grounded, refreshing presence that reminds us to take a breath, take a step, and trust the process.Support the showThank you for joining WINK - You're worth knowing!

Send a textBrittany Isherwood – Breaking Barriers in AerospaceBrittany Isherwood is a force to be reckoned with. As an experienced Business Development Manager in the aerospace and IGT industry, she has mastered the art of navigating a male-dominated field with resilience, strategy, and undeniable expertise. With a background in Engineering, Value Stream Mapping, and Business Process Improvement, Brittany thrives at the intersection of technical precision and business innovation.Armed with an MBA in International Business and Supply Chain Management from Northeastern University, Brittany knows how to drive results while leading cross-functional teams to success. But her leadership doesn’t stop there—she’s also a CEO in her own right, running both a high-stakes career and a household as a dedicated mom of two.In this episode of WINK – Women I Need to Know, Brittany shares how she broke into the aerospace industry, fought against the headwinds of gender bias, and carved out a space for herself at the top. Her story is one of perseverance, ambition, and redefining what’s possible for women in STEM and beyond.Tune in and hear how Brittany Isherwood became a woman on top. 🚀✨Support the showThank you for joining WINK - You're worth knowing!