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What does it actually mean for women to be seen—and who benefits when they are?

In this episode of Roar, host Danielle Davies sits down with Cheldin Barlatt Rumer—founder and CEO of THIS IS IT NETWORK™, media executive, keynote speaker, and unapologetic champion for women who are done waiting for permission.

Cheldin has spent more than two decades building platforms that amplify women’s voices, stories, and leadership—from national media to global stages. Through THIS IS IT NETWORK™, she has created an ecosystem that connects women founders, creatives, executives, and change-makers to visibility, opportunity, and each other.

In this conversation, Cheldin speaks candidly about what visibility really costs, why women are so often taught to shrink, and how owning your voice is both a personal and political act. She shares the origin story of THIS IS IT NETWORK™, the lessons she’s learned as a woman leading in media and entrepreneurship, and why community—not perfection—is the real catalyst for impact.

This episode is a rally cry for women who know they have something to say—and are ready to stop whispering it.

Together, Danielle and Cheldin talk about:

🔥 Why visibility is a skill—and a responsibility

🎤 What women get wrong about “putting themselves out there”

🧠 How imposter syndrome shows up at every level (and why it never fully disappears)

📺 The creation of THIS IS IT NETWORK™ and the gap it was built to fill

🫶 Why women don’t need more motivation—they need infrastructure and access

📣 How media can be used as a tool for advocacy, not just exposure

💥 What it means to lead loudly without apology

🌱 Why community is the antidote to burnout, isolation, and self-doubt

👑 The difference between being visible and being valued

⚡ Why waiting to feel “ready” keeps women stuck

Cheldin’s work reminds us that confidence is not a prerequisite for leadership—it’s a byproduct of action. This conversation is for anyone who has ever minimized their voice, questioned their worth, or waited for someone else to open the door.

You don’t need permission. You need a platform—and the courage to stand on it.

🔑 Key Takeaways

Visibility is not vanity—it’s power.

You don’t overcome imposter syndrome; you outgrow it through action.

Women don’t lack ambition—they lack access and amplification.

Community accelerates courage.

Leadership doesn’t require perfection, polish, or permission.

Your voice matters because of who you are, not in spite of it.

🔗 Links Mentioned in This Episode

THIS IS IT NETWORK™ → https://thisisittv.com/

Follow THIS IS IT NETWORK™ on Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/thisisittv/

Cheldin Rumer Barlatt on LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/cheldinbarlatt/

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What happens when you give women five days away from their lives—with art supplies, gourmet meals, a river, a campfire, and zero pressure to be anything but themselves?

In this episode of Roar, host Danielle Davies sits down with Lisa Field—founder and director of Lucky Star, a five-day creativity and whole-living sleepaway camp for women held every fall in the Texas Hill Country. Since 2012, Lisa has welcomed hundreds of women to Camp Waldemar, where they paint, weld, write, dance, felt, play guitar, eat, float in the river, and reconnect with who they are when no one needs a spreadsheet… or a snack.

What started as one woman’s longing for community has grown into a decade-strong creative ecosystem—one that has shaped careers, sparked friendships, inspired books and businesses, and reminded women that adventure doesn’t have an expiration date.

Lisa speaks with warmth, candor, and humor about creativity, midlife reinvention, the courage to show up alone, and the magic that happens when 100+ women trust their instincts and say yes to themselves.

Together, Danielle and Lisa talk about…

🌟 The moment Lisa realized women needed more than “a break”—they needed creative community

🏕️ How Lucky Star evolved from a daydream into a thriving annual camp

🫶 Why women struggle to give themselves permission to step away from their lives

🎒 What shifts in the first 24–48 hours when women arrive—nervous, excited, uncertain—and begin to exhale

🎨 Why creativity without pressure is transformational (and why it’s never about being “good”)

👯‍♀️ What happens when women of all ages—20s through 80s—learn side-by-side

🔥 Why women who show up solo are “the badasses of the group”

🎤 The story behind Lucky Star’s legendary Glee Club, welding classes, tamale making, and late-night campfire moments

💛 The power of Show & Tell night—laughter, tears, courage, connection, and being truly seen

🌈 How camp catalyzes reinvention: new businesses, books, collaborations, income streams, and creative awakenings

Lisa’s work is a testament to what happens when women gather, make things, share stories, and dare to choose themselves. This conversation is for anyone craving connection, creativity, and a reminder that it is absolutely not too late to reinvent, express, or expand.

🔑 Key Takeaways

• Creativity is community—women have always bonded through making.

• Your life expands the moment you give yourself permission to step away from it.

• Being a beginner is power, not shame.

• Adventure doesn’t belong to youth; it belongs to anyone who refuses to put themselves on a shelf.

• Women need spaces where they’re welcomed as they are—introverts, extroverts, hug-averse, or hug-seeking.

• Reinvention often begins with one small yes.

🔗 Links Mentioned in This Episode

Lucky Star Art Camp → https://luckystarartcamp.com/

Follow Lucky Star on Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/luckystarartcamp/

Camp Waldemar → https://waldemar.com/

Mandy Rowden (Glee Club & Season 2 guest) → https://girlguitar.com/

Squam Art Workshops → https://www.squamartworkshops.com/

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What does it mean for women to stay visible, powerful, joyful, and fully alive as they age?

In this episode of Roar, host Danielle Davies sits down with Pamela Redmond—novelist, Substack writer, creator of Nameberry, and author of Younger (the book that inspired the hit TV series). Now 72, Pamela has reinvented herself yet again…this time stepping onstage with Old Woman Naked, a one-woman show that explores aging, embodiment, shame, liberation, and the stories women carry in our bodies.

From cultural invisibility to the reinvention required in midlife and beyond, Pamela speaks with humor, clarity, and radical honesty about what it really means to age in a female body—and to finally claim it as your own.

Together, Danielle and Pamela talk about

💥 Why older women are culturally invisible—and why that invisibility can become a source of power

🧍‍♀️ What compelled Pamela to create Old Woman Naked and why emotional nakedness is scarier than the physical

📚 How Younger and her Substack, Jubilarian, both trace the same thread of reinvention

🖼️ Pamela’s search for depictions of older naked women in art (and what she discovered at the Met)

🧠 Why reinvention requires being “comfortable with being uncomfortable”

🔥 The liberation of aging out of the male gaze

👩‍🎤 What performing for the first time at 72 taught her about courage, creativity, and aging on her own terms

💬 The parts of our lives we think are shameful—and what happens when we finally tell those stories out loud

Pamela’s honesty is a masterclass in reinvention, resilience, and refusing to fade into the background. This conversation is for any woman who’s ever wondered if her most powerful, creative, meaningful years might actually be ahead of her.

🔑 Key Takeaways

• Aging can feel like freedom—a shedding of comparison, standards, and the male gaze.
• Reinvention requires discomfort; being a beginner is part of the process.
• Emotional nakedness is often scarier than physical vulnerability.
• Joy itself can be an act of resistance, especially in turbulent times.
• Women’s stories—especially the ones we think we can’t tell—are where our real power lives.

🔗 Links Mentioned in This Episode

Pamela’s Substack, Jubilarian → https://jubilarian.substack.com/

Follow Pamela on Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/thepamelaredmond/

Nameberry → https://nameberry.com/

Pamela’s Oprah Daily essay →https://www.oprahdaily.com/life/a68006018/pamela-redmond-old-woman-naked-show/

🎭 Old Woman Naked (updates & performances) → https://pamelaredmondsatran.com/new-books/

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We talk about the gender wage gap like it’s a single number.

But what if that number is actually a map — one that reveals why women earn less, where inequity hides, and how we can change it?

In this episode of Roar, host Danielle Davies sits down with Alex Gailey—finance data researcher, journalist, and one of the country’s clearest voices on the real factors shaping women’s financial lives.

From pay inequity to the motherhood penalty to the myth of “just negotiate harder,” Alex breaks down the systemic forces behind the numbers—and what they mean for women navigating work, money, and power today.

Together, Danielle and Alex talk about:

💥 What the gender wage gap actually measures and what it doesn’t

💬 Why “equal pay for equal work” isn’t the whole story

📊 How race, age, caregiving, and career breaks widen the gap

💼 Why companies still rely on opaque salary structures

🧠 The emotional and psychological toll of being underpaid

📈 How data can fuel advocacy, policy change, and women’s financial agency

Alex translates complicated data into human realities—helping women understand what they’re up against and what leverage they actually have.

Her work is a reminder that numbers don’t just describe inequality…they expose it.

🔑 Key Takeaways

• The wage gap isn’t a single number—it’s a collection of overlapping inequities.

• Transparency is one of the strongest tools for closing the gap.

• Women aren’t paid less because they “choose lower-paying jobs”—they’re funneled into them.

• Career breaks, caregiving, and bias compound over time in ways data makes impossible to ignore.

• Understanding the numbers is a form of power—it allows women to negotiate, advocate, and build differently.
  

🔗 Links Mentioned in This Episode

Follow Alex on LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexgailey/

Alex’s reporting and research → https://www.bankrate.com/authors/alex-gailey/

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We often talk about parenting like it should exist in a bubble—lunchboxes, bedtime routines, school calendars. But as Renee Niemann makes clear, parenting doesn’t happen in a vacuum. Parenting is a political act.

In this episode of Roar, host Danielle Davies sits down with writer and creator Renee Niemann, known for Fake Adult Mom and her new project, Resist Like a Mother. Renee explains the moment motherhood and resistance collided for her—when she realized she could no longer “go about life as normal” while raising kids through rising political extremism, cruelty, and instability.

As she shares early in the episode:

“When I say parenting is a political act… there is no way that I can go about life as normal. Business as usual stops. But I still have to parent.”

Renee speaks candidly about explaining authoritarianism to her kids, teaching age-appropriate truth, and raising children who refuse to shrink. She recounts the moment her daughter was told she “didn’t belong” at an academic event—and how, instead of staying small, she self-advocated so effectively that the boy who dismissed her ended up issuing a written apology.

Together, Danielle and Renee discuss:

💥 Why “business as usual” is impossible while parenting in today’s world

💬 How Renee introduces big topics like injustice, inequality, and authoritarianism to her kids in age-appropriate ways

🔥 Why she believes mothers are raising the next generation of “little resistors”

👶 The emotional load of explaining a chaotic world while still figuring out dinner

⚖️ How she makes decisions about safety, boundaries, and who her kids spend time with—including her controversial but deeply principled rule: “My kids don’t go to Trump supporters’ houses… It’s not punitive. I just don’t respect their judgment.”

❤️ What it means to raise children who don’t shrink themselves, even when it’s uncomfortable

Renee’s story is a reminder that motherhood isn’t passive. It shapes culture, community, and the future. And for many women, telling the truth—even when it’s frightening—is a form of care.

🔑 Key Takeaways

• “Parenting is a political act.” Raising children with conscience, courage, and clarity shapes the world they will inherit.

• Kids see everything. They watch how we respond to injustice, fear, and uncertainty — and they learn from it.

• Mothers are often the first to notice what’s broken — and the ones most motivated to fix it.

• Telling the truth is not harmful; dishonesty is. Even when the truth is scary, Renee believes kids deserve honesty “with reasons why.”

• Resistance doesn’t have to be loud. Sometimes it's simply refusing to shrink.
  

🔗 Links Mentioned

• Resist Like a Mother Substack → https://www.resistlikeamother.com/
  

• Renee on Instagram → @resistlikeamother
  

• Fake Adult Mom → @fakeadultmom
  

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We talk about “unexplained infertility” like it’s a dead end. But what if it’s actually a starting point—one that sparks innovation, agency, and a new way forward for millions of women?

In this episode of Roar, host Danielle Davies sits down with Dr. Jennifer Hintzsche, the scientist and founder behind PherDal Fertility Science, creator of the first and only FDA-cleared, sterile, at-home insemination kit.

After being told she had unexplained infertility—and handed a loan application instead of a treatment plan—Jennifer refused to accept “there’s nothing we can do” as an answer. Drawing on her background in bioinformatics and her determination to take control of her own body, she designed the prototype that would eventually become PherDal—a life-changing innovation that’s helped dozens of families conceive safely, affordably, and on their own terms.

Together, Danielle and Jen talk about:

💥 The moment Jen decided to take fertility science into her own hands.

💬 How a $10,000 clinical procedure inspired a $199 at-home alternative.

⚗️ Why women’s health research lags decades behind—and how bias still shows up in medicine.

💪 What happens when women stop waiting for permission to solve their own problems.

❤️ How purpose and spite can both be powerful motivators for change.

Jennifer’s story is proof that innovation doesn’t always start in a lab—it starts with a woman who refuses to give up.

🔑 Key Takeaways

• “Unexplained” isn’t the end of the story—it’s the beginning of innovation.

• Women’s health deserves data, funding, and respect equal to every other field of medicine.

• Sometimes the best ideas come from lived experience, not credentials.

• When women design solutions for women, the world changes.
  

🔗 Links Mentioned in This Episode

PherDal Fertility Science → https://www.pherdal.com

Follow Dr. Jenn on Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/pherdalfertilityscience

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We’re told women can “have it all.” But no one tells us what that really costs—or how to do it without burning out.

In this powerful episode of Roar, Danielle Davies sits down with Gifty Enright—author of Octopus on a Treadmill, TEDx speaker, and global expert on women’s wellbeing at work—to talk about why so many women are exhausted, overextended, and quietly falling apart behind their polished lives.

After years of chasing success and balance, Gifty hit a wall. Burnout forced her to rebuild everything—from her habits and mindset to her sense of self. Now she teaches women how to stop merely surviving and start living intentionally.

Together, Danielle and Gifty explore how women can set boundaries, release guilt, share the load, and redefine “having it all” so it finally works for you, not against you.

💥 The lie of “doing it all” and what to do instead

💬 How to build boundaries that actually stick

⚡ The connection between burnout, perimenopause, and self-worth

💪 Why saying “no” can be the most loving thing you do

❤️ How equitable living helps women thrive at work and at home

If you’ve ever felt like you’re drowning in “having it all,” this episode is your permission slip to rewrite the rules.

🔑 Key Takeaways from This Episode

📘 Octopus on a Treadmill by Gifty Enright → https://giftyenright.com

🎤 Watch Gifty’s TEDx Talk → https://www.ted.com/talks/gifty_enright_showing_up_cubed3

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Alex Robboy on Desire, Shame, and Reclaiming Pleasure

We talk about self-care, balance, and burnout—but not about sex.

In this honest, funny, and deeply grounded conversation, certified sex therapist Alex Caroline Robboy, founder of The Center for Growth, joins Danielle Davies to talk about desire, shame, and reclaiming pleasure.

With decades of experience helping women and couples navigate intimacy, Alex breaks down what great sex actually means—and why it’s less about performance and more about connection.

Together, they explore the realities of female sexuality, from perimenopause and libido changes to communication, curiosity, and rediscovering joy in your own body.

Together, Danielle and Alex talk about:

💥 The 60/40 rule—and why great sex starts with putting yourself first.

💬 How shame and silence disconnect women from their own bodies.

⚡ Why “chemical sex” isn’t about performance, it’s about connection.

💪 How perimenopause and libido changes affect sex—and why grace matters more than libido.

❤️ Why intentionality, communication, and curiosity are the real keys to pleasure.

If you’ve ever wondered where your desire went—or if it’s even okay to want more—this episode will help you find your way back.

🔑 Key Takeaways from This Episode

• The best sex is 60% about you—because pleasure is contagious.
  

• Communication isn’t just verbal; it’s sensory and responsive.
  

• Your drive never disappears—it just changes form.
  

• Prioritizing pleasure is an act of self-respect, not indulgence.
  

• Growth comes from trying one new thing at a time.
  

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The Center for Growth → https://www.thecenterforgrowth.com

Follow Alex on YouTube→ https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLfH8Axl536bfL-EY1afHKki0Fw73DEbzi&si=3UrjbiX9WRg5stT4

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We talk about “midlife crises” like they’re collapses. But what if they’re actually invitations?

In this episode of Roar, Sharon Kenney Rudy—Vedic astrologer, meditation teacher, and transformational coach—joins Danielle to talk about the moment so many women reach and quietly wonder: “Is this all there is?”

Through her work in women’s studies, social advocacy, and programs like Return to Radiance and Reclaim Your Magic, Sharon has spent decades helping women reconnect to their power through what she calls the alchemy of midlife.

She believes transformation isn’t about reinvention—it’s about remembrance. By blending ancient wisdom, archetypal psychology, and real-world habits, Sharon helps women move from burnout to aliveness, from overwhelm to ease.

Together, Danielle and Sharon talk about:

💥 The “WTF moment” of midlife and why it’s often the start of awakening.

💬 How community becomes the missing piece in transformation.

⚡ Simple Ayurvedic practices that ground the body and calm the mind.

💪 What it means to bring practical magic into everyday life.

❤️ Why the second half of life is rich with potency, possibility, and joy.

Sharon’s story reminds us that the path forward isn’t about doing more—it’s about becoming more of who we already are.

🔑 Key Takeaways from This Episode

• Midlife isn’t a collapse—it’s an awakening.

• Community is the missing ingredient in transformation.

• Ancient wisdom offers modern women tangible ways to heal.

• You don’t need to reinvent yourself to feel alive—you just need to remember who you are.
  

🔗 Links Mentioned in This Episode

Sharon Kenney Rudy → https://tigerpriestess.com/

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We don’t talk enough about what happens after birth. The stitches, the shame, the silence. The way your body changes—and how the world expects you to just carry on.

In this unflinching episode of Roar, Stephanie Thompson, founder of Bravemumma and author of The Day My Vagina Broke, joins Danielle to talk about what happens when women stop protecting the narrative and start telling the truth.

After a traumatic birth injury left her with lifelong complications, Stephanie made a choice: she could hide her experience—or she could use it to help other women feel less alone. Through her book, her podcast, and her advocacy work, she’s challenged the silence surrounding childbirth trauma and pelvic health, while helping women reclaim ownership of their bodies and their recovery stories.

Together, Danielle and Stephanie talk about:

💥 The physical and emotional aftermath of birth injuries—and the lack of information women receive.

💬 Why shame keeps women from seeking the help they need. ⚡ How medical systems fail to prepare women for the realities of childbirth recovery.

💪 What it takes to turn pain into purpose—and find humor and hope along the way.

❤️ How honesty and community can transform even the most isolating experiences.

Stephanie’s story is not easy—but it’s necessary. She’s giving language to what too many women are taught to endure silently, and proving that vulnerability is a form of strength.

🔑 Key Takeaways from This Episode

• Birth injuries are more common than we think—and silence keeps them invisible.
  

• Healing is physical and emotional.
  

• When women share their stories, stigma loses power.
  

• Advocacy often begins with one person refusing to be quiet about their pain.
  

🔗 Links Mentioned in This Episode

Bravemumma → http://www.bravemumma.com

Stephanie’s book → The Day My Vagina Broke: https://www.amazon.com/Day-My-Vagina-Broke-childbirth/dp/1925921344

Follow Bravemumma on Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/bravemumma

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We’ve all been there—the endless waiting rooms, the dismissive tone, the gut feeling that something’s wrong even when the lab results say “normal.”

This episode of Roar dives into the frustration and fire behind FOXX Health, the soon-to-launch platform designed by Maria Haugen to help women finally take charge of their own health stories.

After unexplained symptoms and medical gaslighting that left her feeling powerless, Maria turned her anger into action. What started as a personal mission to make sense of her own health has grown into FOXX Health: a tool for women to track symptoms, prepare for appointments, and advocate for themselves in a system that too often dismisses them.

Together, Danielle and Maria talk about:

💥 The moment Maria realized she was being dismissed—not diagnosed—and how it changed everything.

🩺 Why women’s health data has been ignored for decades, and how FOXX Health is changing that narrative.

🧠 What it feels like to be told “it’s just anxiety,” and how that phrase quietly breaks women down over time.

⚡ The balance between tech and humanity: building a tool that empowers, not overwhelms.

🚀 What it really takes to reinvent yourself after burnout and build something from the ground up.

Maria’s story is one of frustration turned into purpose—a reminder that systemic change often begins with a single woman deciding she’s done being dismissed.

“We can’t fix the system overnight. But we can fix how prepared we are to survive it.”—Maria Haugen

🔑 Key Takeaways from This Episode

• Self-advocacy is essential: your symptoms are real, even when the system fails to see them.
  

• Preparation is power: tracking your health and asking questions changes how you’re treated.
  

• Burnout can be a beginning: what feels like collapse can become clarity.
  

• Building change doesn’t require perfection—just persistence.

  
  

🔗 Links Mentioned in This Episode

FOXX Health → http://www.foxxhealth.com 

Follow FOXX Health on Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61577030940507

🎧 Related Conversations

If you liked this episode, check out some of our previous conversations:

• Anna Hall on privacy, periods, and designing women-centered tech: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3p08LiS2TsABWSPSWS2R6d?si=ky9QSok1Rb6lckQh4zyytg
  

• Lisa Kinsella on changing how we think about comfort and care: https://open.spotify.com/episode/0bva3LMnr1jkuDE5qsYFJf?si=-J6siNG5Te-bD2IXhIxd7A
  

• Jenny Lynn Walding on what it really takes to build in femtech: https://open.spotify.com/episode/04XrrV9FFfosViDY4h9xpW?si=22P3WGZARMC89AmUSvnxBw

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October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month—but this episode of Roar goes beyond pink ribbons.

In this powerful premiere episode of Season 3, host Danielle Davies sits down with Gina Lamanna, founder of The Fondle Project, a nonprofit redefining breast cancer awareness through unapologetic visibility, style, and self-advocacy.

Gina shares her personal journey—from losing confidence after her breast cancer diagnosis to creating a national photo campaign that celebrates survivors as bold, radiant, and whole. What began as her own healing process has become a thriving 501(c)(3) nonprofit, partnering with fashion brands and reshaping how we talk about breast health.

Together, Danielle and Gina dig into:

• 🌟 Why awareness alone isn’t enough, and how The Fondle Project pushes back against “pink-washed” narratives.
  

• 💪 The power of vulnerability, visibility, and style in reclaiming confidence after illness.
  

• 🧭 Gina’s story of advocating for herself when screenings missed her cancer—and what it taught her about trusting intuition.
  

• 👩‍👧 How her experience shaped the way she parents her daughters, teaching them self-advocacy and body literacy.
  

• 🔥 The bigger cultural shift The Fondle Project is sparking: flipping the script on how we see survivors, sexuality, and strength.
  

This conversation is raw, inspiring, and unforgettable—an empowering kickoff to Season 3.

✨ Key Takeaways from This Episode

• Self-advocacy saves lives: Gina’s breast cancer was missed on both mammogram and ultrasound, but she trusted her intuition and pushed for an MRI.
  

• Know your normal: The Fondle Project encourages women to take two minutes each week for self-exams—what Gina calls Fondle Fridays.
  

• Beyond awareness: With stunning black-and-white photography and fashion collaborations, The Fondle Project redefines what survivorship looks like—unapologetic, sexy, and strong.
  

• Community matters: From girlfriends on rotation during recovery to creative collaborators who donated time and talent, healing happens in community.
  

• Life after diagnosis: Survivors don’t just want to survive; they want to thrive, feel seen, and reclaim joy, love, and possibility.
  

🔗 Links Mentioned in This Episode

• The Fondle Project → thefondleproject.org
  

• Instagram → @thefondleproject
  

• National Cancer Survivor Month → National Cancer Center
  

• Photographer Kate Powers → katepowers.com

  
  

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In a world that tells women to tone it down, Katherine Center writes stories that turn the volume up on joy, love, and emotional truth. In this episode of Roar, host Danielle Davies chats with the New York Times bestselling author about why romantic comedies aren't fluff—they’re fuel.

Together, they unpack:

·      How reclaiming joy can be an act of defiance

·     The deeper meaning behind writing “happy endings”

·      Why it’s radical to believe women deserve pleasure, hope, and love

·      How storytelling helps us process pain and possibility

·      And what it means to keep choosing optimism, even when the world makes it hard

This isn’t just a conversation about books.

It’s about how we see ourselves — and what we give ourselves permission to want.

Mentioned in this episode:

·      The Rom-Commers, Katherine’s 2nd most recent novel

·      The cultural dismissiveness around "women’s fiction"

·       Letting characters — and readers — feel deeply

00:00 Introduction to Roar Podcast

00:23 Empowering Reproductive Healthcare

00:51 Welcoming Katherine Center

01:06 Katherine's Journey and Impact

01:26 The Power of Joy and Storytelling

01:59 Personal Anecdotes and Connections

03:28 The Joy of Reading and Writing

09:10 The Importance of Love Stories

25:14 Stories as Activism

32:10 Empowering Women Through Stories

33:37 The Dual Nature of Women's Fiction

34:55 Balancing Hardship with Humor

37:16 The Value of Comedy in Tragedy

43:20 Creating Relatable Characters

52:51 The Writing Process and Its Rewards

01:02:40 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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 To learn more and/or get in touch with or follow Katherine:

www.KatherineCenter.com

Instagram: @katherinecenter

Katherine’s Books:

The Love Haters (Brand new, so good!)

The Rom-Commers (Read it twice! Back to back! Might be myfave!)

Hello Stranger (swoon)

The Bodyguard

What You Wish For

Things You Save in a Fire

The Girl in the Plane

How to Walk Away

Happiness for beginners (also a movie!)

The Lost Husband (also a movie!)

Get Lucky

Everyone is Beautiful

The Bright Side of Disaster

Also Mentioned:

Mom 2.0 video: https://katherinecenter.com/defining-a-movement/

Lucky Star Art Camp: www.luckystarartcamp.com

Duran Duran: www.duranduran.com

Vassar College: www.vassar.edu

University of Houston Creative Writing Program: https://www.uh.edu/class/english/programs/graduate-studies/mfa-creative-writing/index.php

Nate Bargatze: https://nateland.com/pages/nate

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In this episode of Roar, host Danielle Davies sits down with Lauren Albrecht, Director of Advocacy and Organizing at Garden State Equality. Lauren shares how she went from a healthcare finance career to becoming one of the most trusted and effective LGBTQ+ advocates in New Jersey politics.

With a candid mix of wit and wisdom, Lauren dives into the realities of advocacy work: the personal story that drew her into politics, the emotional labor behind legislative wins, and the hard truths about representation—especially for bisexual women and trans women of color. From navigating bi erasure to pushing for Shield Laws that protect providers and patients across state lines, Lauren doesn’t just talk about change—she makes it happen.

Together, Danielle and Lauren explore:

• The deeply personal roots of Lauren's activism
• Why representation in politics matters—and how far we still have to go
• The fight for comprehensive healthcare access for the LGBTQ+ community
• Coalition building across women-led organizations
• How ordinary people can show up meaningfully in advocacy work

Whether you’re an advocate, an ally, or someone wondering how to get more involved, this conversation is a reminder that systemic change starts with personal action—and that visibility alone isn’t enough.

Subscribe & Share:
If this episode resonates, share it with a friend, subscribe to Roar, and leave a review—it helps amplify women’s voices and the stories that matter.

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To Learn More:
🌐 Garden State Equality: gardenstateequality.org
✊ Volunteer or Get Involved: Volunteer Sign-Up Page📣 Learn about the fight for Shield Laws and LGBTQ+ rights in NJ

Also Mentioned:

New Jersey Democratic State Committee: https://www.njdems.org/

New Jersey Democratic State Committee LGBTQ Caucus: https://www.facebook.com/NJLGBTDems

Gay and Trans Panic Defense Bill: https://www.nj.gov/governor/news/news/562020/20200121c.shtml

Boys Don’t Cry movie: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0171804/

Schoolhouse Rock: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SZ8psP4S6BQ

Human Rights Campaign: https://www.hrc.org/resources/corporate-equality-index

The Trevor Project: https://www.thetrevorproject.org/survey-2024/

The Victory Fund: https://victoryfund.org/

Plan B: https://www.planbonestep.com/

Allied Coalitions:

American Civil Liberties Union: https://www.aclu.org/

League of Women Voters: https://www.lwv.org/

Planned Parenthood: https://www.plannedparenthood.org/

Latino Action Network Foundation: https://www.lanfoundation.org/

Make the Road: https://www.immigrationadvocates.org/nonprofit/legaldirectory/organization.698063-Make_the_Road_New_Jersey

Immigrant Justice Corps: https://justicecorps.org/organization/national-immigrant-justice-center/

League of Conservation Voters: https://www.lcv.org/

 To get in touch with or follow Lauren:

Email: albrecht@gardenstateequality.org

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In this episode of Roar, host Danielle Davies is joined by Shaney Jo Darden, founder and Global Creative Officer of the Keep A Breast Foundation—an organization that’s been redefining breast health education through art, activism, and access for 25 years.

What began as a single breast casting art project has grown into a global movement, reaching young people and underserved communities around the world. Shaney Jo shares the origin story behind Keep A Breast, how creative expression became a tool for education, and what it means to center joy, art, and community in a space often defined by fear.

We talk about:

• The power of casting art to raise awareness andreclaim the body
• How to make breast health education inclusive and actually engaging
• The emotional labor of advocacy—and how Shaneyprotects her own peace
• Why men, trans people, and marginalized communities must be part of the breast cancer conversation
• Building something that lasts—and learning to lead with heart

Plus, Shaney shares how you can join the mission, use the Keep A Breast app for monthly self-check reminders, and show up as an ally in the fight for accessible breast health.

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00:00 Introduction to Roar

00:23 Sexual Assault PSA

00:55 Meet Shaney Jo Darden

01:09 The Keep A Breast Foundation

02:14 The Art of Breast Casting

07:02 Global Movement and Partnerships

13:37 The Evolution of Breast Health Awareness

18:23 Challenges and Frustrations in Women's Health

20:16 The Importance of Menopause Education

21:03 Personal Stories and Impact

23:20 Self-Care and Mental Health

31:40 Advice for Allies and Resources

40:09 Holistic Health and Medical Gaps

42:29 Merging Creativity with Advocacy

44:48 Final Thoughts and App Promotion

To Learn More:

Keep A Breast Foundation: https://www.keep-a-breast.org/

Keep a Breast APP – share it with 8 friends! https://www.keep-a-breast.org/keep-a-breast-app

Self-check guide: https://www.keep-a-breast.org/check-yourself

Men with Breast Cancer: https://www.keep-a-breast.org/men-breast-cancer

Also Mentioned:

Roxy: https://www.roxy.com/

Vans Warped Tour: https://www.vanswarpedtour.com/

Frida Kahlo: https://www.fridakahlo.org/

Susan G Komen: https://www.komen.org/

Korean War Exhibit: https://www.nps.gov/kowa/index.htm

Chemo effects on septic system: https://www.creechsplumbing.com/blog/2024/december/caring-for-your-septic-system-during-chemotherap/

Dr. Kristi Funk: https://www.instagram.com/drkristifunk/?hl=en

Physician training on menopause: https://www.theflowspace.com/reproductive-health/menopause/menopause-society-new-menopause-educational-resource-2952073/

Ted Lasso link to Rebecca makes herself big: https://youtu.be/oYKBmCCxP30?feature=shared

Trans Awareness Day: https://glaad.org/tdov/

To get in touch with or follow Shaney Jo:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shaneyjo/

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shaneyjo/

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In this episode of Roar, host Danielle Davies sits down with Marina Rabinek, a 24-year U.S. Navy veteran and the founder of the Military Women’s Collective—a nonprofit dedicated tosupporting women as they transition from military to civilian life.

Marina shares her deeply personal journey through service, identity, and reinvention. From navigating the complexities of life after uniform to creating space for community, healing, and advocacy, this conversation sheds light on what women veterans really need—and what it means to have their backs long after active duty ends.

We talk about:

• The power of peer support in life after service
• How the Military Women’s Collective is changing the landscape for women veterans
• Transition challenges no one prepares you for
• The long shadow of MST (military sexual trauma)—and the strength in speaking out

• Why community is a lifeline, not a luxury

Whether you're a veteran, a military family member, or simply someone who believes in the power of women supporting women, this episode will stay with you.

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To Learn More:

Military Women’s Collective: https://www.militarywomenscollective.org/

FourBlock: https://fourblock.org/

Focus Forward Fellowship at Purdue University: https://www.mfri.purdue.edu/focus-forward-fellowship/

Women Veterans Leadership Program at The Mission Continues: https://www.missioncontinues.org/women-veterans-leadership-program/

Reorient Class at Beneath the Service: https://www.beneaththeservice.org/reorient

Warrior Pathh through Boulder Crest Foundation: https://bouldercrest.org/program/warrior-pathh/

Women Veteran’s Recognition Day: https://www.womenveteransalliance.com/women-veterans-day/?srsltid=AfmBOoqrv31qGnZgW6kIcSTm3K9QTZ2_ZEzmmhQMY5hbJui8zo6sc5zO

Women Armed Services Integration Act: https://www.trumanlibraryinstitute.org/truman-and-womens-rights/

Also Mentioned:

The Body Keeps the Score: https://www.besselvanderkolk.com/resources/the-body-keeps-the-score

The Halo Effect: https://www.verywellmind.com/what-is-the-halo-effect-2795906

MrBallen Podcast: https://ballenstudios.com/

Shawn Ryan with MrBallen: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hjQzuqmHNAY

Blast from the Past movie: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0124298/

Fiscal Sponsorship: https://www.councilofnonprofits.org/running-nonprofit/administration-and-financial-management/fiscal-sponsorship-nonprofits

To get in touch with or follow Marina Rabinek:

Email: marina.rabinek@militarywomenscollective.org

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php/?id=61550346613301

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mwc501c3

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/military-womens-collective/

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#WomenVeterans #VeteransVoices #MilitaryWomen#VeteransSupport #LifeAfterService #WomenWhoRoar #PostMilitaryLife#MilitaryTransition #MSTAwareness #RoarPodcast #DanielleDavies#RoarWithDanielle #MilitaryWomensCollective #WomenInUniform #VeteranAdvocacy

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In this episode of Roar, host Danielle Davies speaks with Jenny Lynn Walding—certified lactation counselor and founder of milkmade, a femtech startup reimagining what breastfeeding support can actually look like.

Jenny shares her raw, personal experience navigating the early days of motherhood: the pain, the pressure, andthe quiet moments of “this can’t be the way.” Instead of accepting broken systems, she's building a smarter one—and working to help other parents get the clarity, support, and insight she wished she had.

Together, Danielle and Jenny explore what it means to trust your instincts, the barriers that keep maternal health in the margins, and why parental leave and real-time support aren’t luxuries—they’re essential.

Tune in to hear how one woman's journey is paving the way for better maternal and infant health.

00:00 Introduction to Roar

00:23 Sexual Assault PSA

01:00 Breastfeeding Challenges and Innovations

01:20 Interview with Jenny Lynn Waling

02:47 Personal Breastfeeding Struggles

04:16 Navigating Tongue Tie Issues

11:57 The Birth of milkmade

17:45 The Importance of Breastfeeding Support

21:26 milkmade: A Smart Solution

34:08 The Mental Load of Breastfeeding

35:37 Challenges in Developing Breastfeeding Products

35:51 Perception and Identity as a Mom

38:39 FemTech and Women's Health

43:16 Innovation in Lactation

45:10 Systemic Barriers and Funding Issues

55:04 Workplace Support and Policy Changes

01:02:15 Call to Action and Final Thoughts

To Learn More:

milkmade: https://milkmade.me/

 * Tongue tie, also known as ankyloglossia, is a condition where the lingual frenulum, the thin band of tissue (that may contain muscle fibers) under the tongue, is abnormally short or thick. This restricts the movement of the tongue, making it difficult to perform certain functions such as breastfeeding.

Also discussed:

IBCLC (International Board Certified Lactation Consultants):https://ibclc-commission.org/

Brittany Barreto Podcast: https://femtechfocus.org/

Cindy Gallup: https://cindygallop.com/

Parental Leave Status in US compared to other OECDnations: https://bipartisanpolicy.org/explainer/paid-family-leave-across-oecd-countries/

To get in touch with or follow Jenny Lynn Walding:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennylynnwalding/

jennylynnwalding@gmail.com

jennylynnwalding.myportfolio.com/ 

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What happens when your doctor wants to help—but the law says they can’t?

In this episode of Roar, host Danielle Davies speaks with Dr. Kristyn Brandi—OB-GYN, abortion provider, and reproductive justice advocate—about the reality of reproductive care in America today. From doctors calling lawyers at 2AM before treating a patient, to crisis pregnancy centers offering fake ultrasounds, this conversation reveals what’s really happening behind the headlines.

You’ll learn:
• The real difference between reproductive health, rights, and justice
• How abortion bans impact maternal care, infertility treatment, and miscarriage management
• What contraceptive coercion looks like in both relationships and medical settings
• How to advocate for yourself (or your kids) in a medical system that often dismisses women
• Actionable steps to support reproductive freedom—without needing to run for office

This isn’t a debate. It’s the truth. And it matters.

To Learn More:

Ryan Program https://www.ryanprogram.org/

New Jersey Abortion Access Fund: https://njaaf.org/

Abortion Doulas: https://providecare.org/blog/role-abortion-doulas/

Abortion Care Network: https://abortioncarenetwork.org/

The Comstock Act: https://reproductivefreedomforall.org/resources/comstock-the-1873-law-that-could-lead-to-a-national-ban-on-abortion/

Also Mentioned:

Article featuring Dr. Brandi discussing false abortioncenters in New Jersey: https://www.nj.com/healthfit/2024/11/inside-the-unexpected-anti-abortion-battle-unfolding-in-the-abortion-safe-haven-of-nj.html

Looking for Jane: Fictional account of the real Jane Networkhttps://heathermarshallauthor.com/looking-for-jane/

To get in touch with or follow Dr. Brandi:

https://linktr.ee/drkbrandi

https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristyn-brandi/

@drkbrandi.bsky.social

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In this episode of Roar, host Danielle Davies sits down with Mandy Rowden—singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and founder of Girl Guitar—to talk about what happens when women stop waiting for permission and start picking up the mic.

From her early love of music to building a one-of-a-kind space where women feel safe to be loud, creative, and unapologetically themselves, Mandy shares how music became her tool for self-expression, community-building, and low-key rebellion.

We talk about fear, confidence, songwriting, and the power of showing up—even when you don’t feel ready. Plus: how Girl Guitar grew into a movement and the story behind the Texas Women’s Songwriters Festival.

This isn’t just about music. It’s about voice, risk, and reclaiming the right to take up space—one chord at a time.

00:00 Introduction to Roar

00:23 Sexual Assault PSA

01:20 Meet Mandy Rowden: Musician and Educator

04:05 The Birth of Girl Guitar

08:05 Empowering Women Through Music

21:59 The Texas Women's Songwriters Festival

26:17 Celebrating Mexican American Women in Music

27:17 Diversity in Skillset and Selection Process

30:04 Challenges and Standards for Women in Music

34:37 The Importance of Creative Confidence

37:43 Balancing Music with Other Pursuits

41:29 Creating a Custom Career Path

44:28 Dream Concert Lineup of Texas Women Songwriters

47:33 Upcoming Projects and Online Courses

51:29 Final Thoughts and Farewell

To follow Mandy and her projects:

Girl Guitar: https://www.girlguitaraustin.com/

Mandy Rowden website: https://www.mandyrowden.com/

IG: https://www.instagram.com/mandyrowden

Texas Women’s Songrwriter’sFestival: https://texaswomensongwritersfestival.com/home

Musicians Mentioned:

Lydia Mendoza: https://www.npr.org/2010/05/24/127033025/lydia-mendoza-the-first-lady-of-tejano

Cindy Walker: https://www.countrymusichalloffame.org/hall-of-fame/cindy-walker

Lisa Loeb: https://www.lisaloeb.com/

Lucinda Williams: https://www.lucindawilliams.com/

Rose Flores: https://rosieflores.com/

Sarah Hickman: https://www.sarahickman.com/

Kimmy Rhodes: https://kimmierhodes.com/

Tish Hinojosa: https://www.mundotish.com/

Also Mentioned:

Ira Glass: https://youtu.be/PbC4gqZGPSY?si=yKAGaylfijmMoynT

Lucky Star Art Camp: https://luckystarartcamp.com/

Join host Danielle Davies on the Roar Podcast as she interviews Dr. Debra Prince Zinni, a trailblazing forensic anthropologist. Dr. Zinni shares her inspiring journeyfrom a reluctant dissector in high school to leading the Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency's Laboratory. Learn about the critical work her team does in identifying the remains of service members from past conflicts and theemotionally charged moments that bring closure to families. This episode also delves into Dr. Zinni's mentorship of women entering STEM fields and her entrepreneurial pursuits with Scout and Cellar wine consulting. Discover how she balances her rigorous scientific career with her passion for learning and community engagement.

00:00 Introduction to Roar Podcast

00:50 Guest Introduction: Dr. Debra Zinni

01:38 Debbi's Journey to Forensic Anthropology

07:08 The Mission of DPAA Lab

09:59 Women in Forensic Science

17:54 Balancing Science and Emotion

32:13 Emotional Reunion for a Service Member’s Family

33:29 Intersection of History, Identity, and Advocacy for Women

34:50 Challenges and Changes in Forensic Anthropology

35:49 Mission to North Korea: A Historic Moment for Women

40:47 The Process of Identifying Human Remains

41:58 Mentoring the Next Generation in Forensic Science

48:14 Balancing a Full-Time Job and Entrepreneurship

48:45 The Journey into the Wine Business

52:04 Connecting Through Wine and Real Estate Ventures

57:15 How to Support the Mission and Get Involved

01:02:05 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

To learn more about the DPAA and the work they do:
Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency

(We highly recommend the DPAA Agency Video on the right hand side of the page)

Resources for Families, Including Service Casualty Offices of each branch of the military

Books Mentioned:

The 10X Rule

To get in touch with or follow Dr. Zinni:

Scout & Cellar Wine

FB: Debbi Prince

LI: Debbi Zinni

IG: Debbi Zinni

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