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Women Road Warriors is a women’s empowerment talk show hosted by Shelley Johnson and Kathy Tuccaro that fuels women on the road to success — in every walk of life and every profession. We power women on the road to success. Our show is designed to entertain and educate all women and it doesn’t hold back! We feature celebrity and expert interviews on all kinds of topics that are important to women. Shelley and Kathy are fun and informative and any topic is fair game. You can learn more about us at www.womenroadwarriors.com. Shelley is a seasoned journalist, writer, producer, and interviews national celebrities, entertainers, and experts on all kinds of topics. Kathy is a heavy hauler in the oil fields of Canada where she drives the world’s biggest truck. She is a motivational speaker for women and the author of the popular book Dream Big.
Recent Episodes
20 episodesUndercover Warrior: Exposing Corruption
What does it really take to go undercover, expose corruption, and protect lives at the highest level?In this powerful episode of Women Road Warriors, Shelley Johnson and Kathy Tuccaro feature real-life covert operative Nina Hobson—whose story feels like a movie, but every moment is real.For over 15 years, Nina worked on the front lines of U.K. law enforcement, leading high-risk undercover operations involving murder, kidnapping, sexual assault, and financial crimes totalling over $100 million. She went on to become one of the few women to rise to Head of Security, protecting high-profile figures and A-list celebrities.But her most dangerous mission wasn’t against criminals—it was from within.In 2006, Nina risked everything to expose systemic corruption inside the British police force. Wearing hidden cameras for nearly a year, she gathered evidence that became the BAFTA-nominated Channel 4 documentary Undercover Copper. Her bravery helped change how sexual assault victims are treated and exposed deep-rooted institutional failures.Today, Nina continues her mission—working in executive protection, advising major platforms like HBO Max, Netflix, and Discovery+, and taking on humanitarian efforts around the world, including rescuing victims and children of human trafficking and conducting anti-poaching operations in Zimbabwe.This is a conversation about courage, conviction, and what it truly means to stand up for justice—no matter the cost.🎧 If you’ve ever wondered what it takes to fight corruption and protect others in the most extreme circumstances, this episode will stay with you.https://www.torchstoneglobal.com/https://womenroadwarriors.com/www.womenspowernetwork.net#TrueCrime#FemaleUndercover Agent#PoliceCorruption#Whistleblower#NinaHobson#WomenRoadWarriors#ShelleyJohnson#KathyTuccaro
Solving Food Insecurity with WhyHunger
Food insecurity, hunger, food justice, and access to nutritious food are critical issues impacting millions—and the solutions may be closer than we think.In this compelling episode of Women Road Warriors with Shelley Johnson and Kathy Tuccaro, we speak with Jenique Jones, Executive Director of WhyHunger, about solving hunger through sustainable, community-driven solutions and why hunger is not inevitable.Jenique’s passion is rooted in lived experience. Growing up in Harlem during the crack epidemic, raised by her grandmother, she witnessed how broken systems prevent access to basic necessities like healthy, nutritious food. That experience shaped her lifelong mission to fight hunger, strengthen communities, and advance food justice.Her career includes public service with the New York State Senate, building community partnerships in education, and more than a decade at City Harvest, where she led efforts through major growth, technological innovation, and crises including Hurricane Sandy and the COVID-19 pandemic.Today, Jenique leads WhyHunger, the global nonprofit founded in 1975 by musician Harry Chapin and radio host Bill Ayres, grounded in the belief that access to nutritious food is a fundamental human right. She is expanding the organization’s visibility, partnerships, and funding to drive long-term, sustainable solutions to hunger worldwide.Through initiatives like the award-winning Plentiful app, corporate and donor partnerships, and investments in sustainable agriculture, WhyHunger is addressing the root causes of hunger. In the past three years alone, the organization has connected more than 3.5 million people to nutritious local food and invested nearly $7 million globally to support community-led solutions that empower people to feed themselves.This episode also highlights a major gap: many food assistance programs are not aligned with the true cost of living, leaving countless individuals and families food insecure. Jenique emphasizes that those most impacted must be part of the conversation—and part of the solution.If you’re interested in hunger relief, food insecurity solutions, community empowerment, and sustainable food systems, this episode delivers insight, inspiration, and actionable awareness.👉 Listen now to learn how hunger can be solved—and why it starts with all of us.https://whyhunger.org/https://womenroadwarriors.com/www.womenspowernetwork.net#FoodInsecurity #Hunger #SolvingHunger #WhyHunger #JeniqueJones #HarryChapin #BillAyres #HungerRelief #FoodJustice #WomenRoadWarriors #ShelleyJohnson #KathyTuccaro
Mindfulness, Meditation & Healing with Oneika Mays
Mindfulness, meditation, healing, resilience, and compassion are at the heart of this conversation with author and meditation teacher Oneika Mays.After a personal tragedy changed the course of her life, Oneika left a successful career and began teaching mindfulness in one of the most unexpected places — Rikers Island.There, she became the first mindfulness expert to assist incarcerated individuals, introducing meditation and compassion practices to people navigating some of life’s most difficult circumstances.For nearly 15 years, Oneika has dedicated her work to bringing real-world mindfulness practices to communities often excluded from traditional wellness spaces. Her message is refreshingly honest:Meditation isn’t about perfection.It isn’t about always feeling peaceful.And you don’t have to like people to love them.In her book Sit With Me: A No-BS Journey to Mindfulness and Meditation, Oneika shares a deeply human approach to mindfulness that replaces pressure and performance with honesty, compassion, and presence.In this inspiring episode of Women Road Warriors, hosts Shelley Johnson and Kathy Tuccaro explore:• How tragedy can lead to personal transformation• What working inside Rikers Island taught Oneika about compassion• Why meditation doesn’t require incense, silence, or a perfect mindset• How mindfulness helps people navigate grief, stress, and life’s hardest moments• The power of learning to simply sit with what is realOneika’s work reminds us that mindfulness isn’t about escaping life.It’s about meeting it with courage, honesty, and compassion.If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed, judged, or disconnected, this conversation offers a powerful reminder:You don’t have to change who you are to begin healing.You just have to show up and sit with yourself.🎧 Tune in to discover how mindfulness can transform the way you move through the world.www.oneikamays.comhttps://womenroadwarriors.com/Book: https://tinyurl.com/y69tn3dp#Mindfulness #Meditation #MentalHealth #PersonalGrowth #OneikaMays #SelfAwareness #Resilience #Wellness #Podcast #WomenRoadWarriors #ShelleyJohnson #KathyTuccaro
Women are Not a Footnote in History
Women’s History Month, women leaders, and women pioneers take center stage in this inspiring episode of the Women Road Warriors empowerment talk show.Women have shaped every chapter of history around the world — yet for generations many of their stories have gone untold. The accomplishments of women deserve far more than being reduced to a footnote at the bottom of a page.For nearly three decades, the National Women’s History Museum has worked to illuminate the women who helped build the United States — leaders, innovators, activists, and visionaries whose contributions continue to shape our future. The organization also played a key role in advocating for the creation of the Smithsonian American Women’s History Museum, authorized by Congress in 2020.Joining Shelley Johnson and Kathy Tuccaro is Frédérique Irwin, President and CEO of the National Women’s History Museum. With more than 25 years of experience in strategy, entrepreneurship, and impact leadership, she founded the women’s business education company Her Corner and previously served as Managing Director of Impact Strategy at the Sorenson Impact Institute.In this episode, Frédérique shares the Museum’s groundbreaking work, its national exhibitions, and remarkable stories of women whose contributions deserve to be remembered — not buried as a footnote in history. You’ll hear numerous stories of women including the story of the woman who wrote the bill that became Title 9.Tune in to learn about the importance of women’s history, the mission of the National Women’s History Museum, and the powerful legacy of women who shaped our world.https://www.womenshistory.org/She is Not a Footnote: https://www.womenshistory.org/node/2375https://womenroadwarriors.com/https://womenroadwarriors.com/power-network#Women’s History Month #Women leaders #WomenPioneers #WomenLeadership #WomensHistory #NationalWomensHistoryMuseum #Frédérique Irwin #WomenRoadWarriors #ShelleyJohnson #KathyTuccaro
From Epilepsy to Empowerment: The Stacey Chillemi Story
Resilience, mindset, overcoming adversity, and personal growth take center stage in this powerful conversation with bestselling author and keynote speaker Stacey Chillemi.What if your greatest challenge could become your greatest purpose?On this inspiring episode of Women Road Warriors, Shelley Johnson and Kathy Tuccaro welcome Stacey Chillemi—20-time bestselling author, keynote speaker, and mindset coach whose work has empowered millions around the world.Stacey’s journey began with a life-altering diagnosis. After developing epilepsy following childhood encephalitis, she faced obstacles that could have defined her limitations. Instead, she transformed adversity into advocacy—ultimately speaking before Congresson behalf of people with epilepsy, which helped pass the Americans with Disabilities Act. She then became a global voice for resilience by helping others unlock healing, confidence, and leadership.Today, Stacey reaches millions through her books, coaching programs, and the fast-growing Advisor Series for Mindset & Self-Improvement podcast and YouTube channel. Her message has been featured across major media, including NBC Dateline, News 4, The Morning Show, The Dr. Oz Show, Psychology Today, Business Insider, and collaborations with leaders like Arianna Huffington.In this powerful conversation, Stacey shares how anyone can shift their mindset, rise above challenges, reduce stress, and step into their true potential.If you’ve ever faced adversity, questioned your path, or needed a reminder of your inner strength, this episode will leave you inspired and empowered.Listen now to discover:• How to transform adversity into purpose • Mindset shifts that unlock resilience and leadership • Practical ways to reduce stress and reclaim your power • Why your story—no matter how difficult—can become your greatest strength🎧 Listen now and discover how to turn life’s challenges into unstoppable momentum.https://staceychillemi.com/about/https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-advisor-with-stacey-chillemi/id1671441889https://womenroadwarriors.com/@wisdom4u@Podcast Support Network@theadvisor_sc@The_Advisor_SC@theherbalguide#Resilience#mindset#Epilepsy#AmericansWithDisabilitiesAct#ADA#OvercomingAdversity#PersonalGrowth#TheAdvisorWithStaceyChillemi#StaceyChillemi#WomenRoadWarriors#ShelleyJohnson#KathyTuccaro
From Fame to Freedom with Deborah Santana
What does it truly mean for a woman to choose herself — after decades of devotion, visibility, and living at the center of global fame?As we enter Women’s History Month, on this powerful episode of Women Road Warriors, Shelley Johnson and Kathy Tuccaro welcome Deborah Santana — author, activist, philanthropist, and former wife of legendary musician Carlos Santana. For 34 years, Deborah served as Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of Santana Management, helping steward an international music empire while raising three children in the spotlight of worldwide acclaim.But her story is far deeper than celebrity.Born into a lineage of Pentecostal preachers and acclaimed blues musicians, and raised in an interracial family during the Civil Rights era, Deborah carries generations of resilience, faith, and spiritual conviction. She is a visionary leader, lifelong spiritual seeker, and passionate advocate for women’s education in Africa through her foundation supporting women and girls in health, education, and happiness.In her powerful memoir, Loving the Fire: Choosing Me, Finding Freedom, Deborah shares the deeply personal journey of reclaiming her voice after decades devoted to marriage, spiritual teachers, and roles that defined her identity.This conversation explores:Identity beyond fameAncestry and generational strengthSpiritual awakening and self-discoveryLeadership behind the scenes of a global brandThe courage it takes for women to step out of the shadows and into sovereigntyAt its heart, this episode asks a profound question:What does freedom look like when a woman chooses herself?If you are navigating reinvention, healing, spiritual growth, or redefining your own power — this conversation will resonate deeply.https://deborahsantana.com/loving-the-firehttps://deborahsantana.com/do-a-littlewww.womenroadwarriors.comwww.womenspowernetwork.net#DeborahSantana #CarlosSantana #WomenRoadWarriors #WomensHistoryMonth #WomenEmpowerment #ShelleyJohnson #KathyTuccaro #SpiritualAwakening #LovingTheFires
Leap Beyond Limits: The Ilana Golan Story
What if adversity isn’t the end of your story — but the launchpad?On this powerful episode of Women Road Warriors, Shelley Johnson and Kathy Tuccaro sit down with Ilana Golan — trailblazer, tech executive, Ironman triathlete, and founder of one of the fastest-growing companies in America – Leap Academy.Ilana made history as the first woman to become a commander in the F-16 Flight Simulator in Israel’s Air Force. She later became Intel’s youngest hire and rose through the ranks of Silicon Valley as a high-level tech executive. But her journey didn’t follow a straight line. After a devastating startup betrayal that left her at rock bottom, Ilana rebuilt — stronger, smarter, and unstoppable.Today, she is the CEO and founder of Leap Academy, ranked in the top 7% of the fastest-growing companies in the U.S., revolutionizing how we think about careers, education, and the future of work. She has interviewed icons like Richard Branson, Gary Vaynerchuk, and the president of Starbucks on her hit podcast and delivered keynotes on some of the world’s biggest stages.This conversation dives into resilience, reinvention, leadership, and the courage to leap when life forces you to pivot. If you’ve ever felt stuck, blindsided, or unsure of your next move — this episode will show you what’s possible.It’s not about avoiding adversity. It’s about outgrowing it.🎧 Listen now and discover how to leap higher.Schedule a Free Strategy Call and receive the Career30 here: https://calendly.com/d/cr2g-jpn-h25/leap-academy-complimentary-strategy-coaching-15minhttps://www.leapacademy.comhttps://www.leapacademy.com/trainingwww.womenroadwarriors.comwww.womenspowernetwork.net· How to rebuild after business failure· How women break glass ceilings in tech· Turning adversity into success#WomenInLeadership#CareerReinvention#WomenInTech#IlanaGolan#LeapAcademy#WomenRoadWarriors#ShelleyJohnson#KathyTuccaro
The Power of Building Collaborative Relationships
What if the real key to success isn’t hustle — but collaboration?In this compelling episode of Women Road Warriors, Shelley Johnson and Kathy Tuccaro explore The Power of Collaborative Relationships with leadership expert and author Leslie Grossman. A visionary in women’s leadership development, Leslie is the Faculty Director of the Women’s Leadership Program at The George Washington University Center for Excellence in Public Leadership, a Senior Fellow, executive coach, and founder of five businesses.For years, women have been told to push harder, compete smarter, and climb alone. Leslie offers a different path — one rooted in courage, executive presence, trusted relationships, and intentional collaboration.Drawing from her groundbreaking book Circles of Collaboration, she reveals how women can access mentorship and sponsorship, create inclusive professional networks, and build authentic relationships that accelerate career growth. She also shares insights from her transformative framework, The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Women, showing how collaboration fuels confidence, influence, and momentum.If you’re ready to shift from solo striving to shared success, this conversation will change how you think about leadership, connection, and power.Because when women collaborate, they don’t just advance — they transform industries.🎧 Listen now and discover how collaborative relationships can elevate your leadership and your life.https://www.lesliegrossmanvision.com/https://lesliegrossmanleadership.com/about/https://womenroadwarriors.com/www.womenspowernetwork.net/https://womenroadwarriors.com/power-network#WomenInLeadership, #CollaborativeLeadership, #CirclesOfCollaboration #PowerOfCollaboration, #LeslieGrossman, #LeadershipDevelopment #WomenRoadWarriors #ShelleyJohnson #KathyTuccaro
Mind Training: The Science of Real Self-Empowerment
Positive thinking alone isn’t enough—and neuroscience proves it.Lasting change happens when you understand how the mind actually works, especially the subconscious systems that drive habits, emotions, and behavior beneath conscious awareness.On Women Road Warriors, Shelley Johnson and Kathy Tuccaro sit down with Ravinder Taylor, lead author of the groundbreaking book Mind Training: The Science of Self‑Empowerment. Ravinder brings a rare blend of scientific rigor and real-world application, drawing from her background in biology, neuroscience, and more than 30 years in hypnotherapy and psychotherapy.In this powerful conversation, Ravinder explains why mindset alone falls short—and how intentional mind training rewires neural pathways that shape confidence, motivation, and emotional regulation. She breaks down the science behind self-empowerment and shares practical tools anyone can use to interrupt self-limiting patterns, retrain subconscious responses, and create meaningful, sustainable change.If you’re ready to move beyond surface-level positivity and learn a science-based framework for personal growth, fulfillment, and peak performance, this episode delivers psychology and brain science at its best.Train your mind. Reclaim your power. Create a life that actually changes.https://ravindertaylor.com/https://womenroadwarriors.com/www.womenspowernetwork.net/https://womenroadwarriors.com/power-network#MindTraining #Neuroscience #SelfEmpowermen #BrainScience #RavinderTaylor #WomenRoadWarriors #PodcastEpisode
Mindset to Bodyset: The Intelligence Your Body Holds
What if success isn’t just about mindset—but about body intelligence, emotional awareness, and self-trust?On Women Road Warriors, Shelley Johnson and Kathy Tuccaro welcome Jen Aks, TEDx speaker, leadership coach, and #1 bestselling author of Your Body Is Speaking.Jen is the creator of the revolutionary Bodyset approach and reveals how your body holds intelligence your mind has been taught to override. Through her powerful 3 E’s Framework—Embody, Empower, Elevate—and her somatic method, The Power of Gesture®, she shows how to translate emotion into motion, reconnect to your truth, and lead with clarity and confidence.Because mindset changes thoughts.Bodyset changes lives.Don’t miss this transformational episode of Women Road Warriors—where leadership and personal growth begin from the inside out.https://jenaks.com/https://womenroadwarriors.com/www.womenspowernetwork.net/https://womenroadwarriors.com/power-network#WomenRoadWarriors #MindsetToBodyset #BodyIntelligence #SomaticWisdom #EmbodiedLeadership #PersonalTransformation #SelfTrust #EmotionalIntelligence #PodcastDiscovery #ApplePodcasts #SpotifyPodcasts #JenAks
Be “UnMessable With” in 2026
If you’re ready for real change—not resolutions you abandon in the new year, but a powerful shift in how you live and lead—this episode of Women Road Warriors delivers.Shelley Johnson and Kathy Tuccaro sit down with Josselyne Herman-Saccio, master transformational coach, TEDx speaker, and creator of Be Unmessable With. With more than 30 years of experience coaching over 200,000 people worldwide, Josselyne reveals how to stop reacting to fear, self-doubt, and outside pressure—and start creating your life with clarity and intention. One problem is that too many people chase dreams that are not theirs, not ones they actually created.Josselyne explains what it means to become “unhookable” from old stories and other people’s opinions, and how living from vision instead of reaction leads to lasting success. People need to be freed up from their perfection paralysis too. Drawing from her remarkable journey as a former #1 pop star with Boy Krazy, producer, entrepreneur, and founder of United Global Shift, she shares practical mindset tools to help you stay grounded, resilient, and empowered—especially during uncertain times.This episode is essential listening for anyone ready to continue the new year focused, confident, and truly Unmessable With.https://beunmessablewith.com/https://womenroadwarriors.com/www.womenspowernetwork.net/https://womenroadwarriors.com/power-network#BeUnmessableWith #JosselyneHermanSaccio #WomenRoadWarriors #MindsetShift #ShelleyJohnson #KathyTuccaro
Love Conflict. Build Collaboration with Anna Lecat
Conflict is unavoidable—but avoiding it may be costing you connection, creativity, and collaboration. What if conflict isn’t something to fix… but something to dance with?In this powerful and timely episode of Women Road Warriors, we’re joined by Anna Lecat, an intimacy and conflict consultant, global speaker, and author of Loving Conflict: Creating Collaboration Where Others See Division. Anna invites us to rethink everything we’ve been taught about disagreement. Instead of seeing conflict as a threat, she reframes it as a Tango—a dynamic interplay of tension and connection that leads to creation, trust, and deeper intimacy.A triple immigrant who has lived and worked across Ukraine, China, the United States, and France, Anna brings over 25 years of leadership experience helping individuals, couples, and organizations stay connected when it matters most. Her approach blends embodied practice, storytelling, and cross-cultural insight—making conflict and intimacy practical, learnable skills in love, leadership, and life.In this conversation with Shelley Johnson and Kathy Tuccaro, you’ll discover:Why conflict is not the problem—disconnection isHow to transform tension into collaboration and trustWhat intimacy really means in relationships, teams, and leadershipHow the quality of your life is shaped by the quality of your relationshipsIf you want stronger relationships, better communication, and a new way to approach difficult conversations, this episode will change how you see conflict forever.🎧 Listen now and learn how to love conflict—and turn it into collaboration.https://annalecat.com/https://womenroadwarriors.com/https://womenspowernetwork.net#Podcast #ConflictResolution #HealthyCommunication #EmotionalIntelligence #DifficultConversations #RelationshipSkills #HumanConnection #LeadershipDevelopment #WomenInLeadership #PersonalGrowth #WomenRoadWarriors #AnnaLecat
The Healing Power of Creativity with Colette Baron-Reid
In this powerful episode of Women Road Warriors, Shelley Johnson and Kathy Tuccaro welcome Colette Baron‑Reid, one of the world’s most influential intuitive teachers and creativity pioneers. A bestselling author, oracle creator, and spiritual thought leader, Colette has helped millions reconnect with their inner wisdom and she’s back with a groundbreaking approach that blends science, creativity, and spirituality.Colette joins Shelley and Kathy to talk about her newest book, The Art of Manifesting, co-created with artist Anna Denning. This innovative work introduces a neuro-arts–based manifestation system that combines neuroscience, neuroplasticity, ancient symbolism, intuitive art, and conscious intention. Endorsed by Jennifer Aniston, this method proves that if you can doodle, you can manifest.Through simple meditative drawing practices, Colette explains how creativity directly impacts neuroplasticity—helping dissolve limiting beliefs, rewire habitual thought patterns, activate intention, and align your energy with what you want to create. Her AM Method® (The Art of Manifesting™) is playful, deeply healing, and grounded in both science and spirit, offering a fresh and accessible pathway to transformation.In this conversation, we explore NeuroArts, quantum alignment, and why surrender can be a true superpower. Colette delivers a clear, empowering roadmap for conscious co-creation—showing how creativity can help you shift your energy, access clarity, and manifest with joy and purpose.If you’ve ever wondered how to activate your potential, break through stagnation, or quite literally draw your destiny into reality, this episode will expand the way you think about creativity, success, and what’s truly possible.www.colettebaronreid.com/bookwww.womenroadwarriors.comwww.womenspowernetwork.net#CreativityHeals #ArtOfManifesting#Neuroplasticity #Manifestation #CreativeHealing#TheArtOfManifesting #ColetteBaronReid #WomenRoadWarriors
Dry January: Why Sober is the New Cool
What if choosing sobriety didn’t mean giving something up—but gaining everything?In this powerful Dry January episode of Women Road Warriors, Shelley Johnson and Kathy Tuccaro sit down with Kim Bellas, founder of the international movement Sober Is the New Cool, to explore how sobriety can unlock joy, clarity, confidence, and deeper connection.Kim’s journey began in 2013 as a mother’s promise to her teenage son after he developed seizures and could no longer drink socially. Determined to show him that fun, belonging, and celebration don’t require alcohol, Kim chose sobriety herself—and never looked back. Thirteen years later, she’s living proof that a sober life can be vibrant, stylish, and deeply fulfilling.In this inspiring conversation, Kim shares her powerful mantra—“Never ever miss another memory”and how it became the foundation of a global movement rooted in compassion, self-love, and holistic wellness. From walking in Fashion Week at age 62 to leading the International Recovery Walk across 35+ countries, Kim is redefining what recovery and wellness look like at every stage of life.This episode is for anyone curious about Dry January, questioning their relationship with alcohol, navigating mental health challenges, or simply seeking more presence and purpose. Kim reminds us that we’re all recovering from something, and every step toward wellness matters.If you’re ready for hope, support, and a community that meets you where you are—this conversation will show you that saying no to one thing can open the door to absolutely everything.✨ Sobriety is empowering.✨ Wellness is a journey.✨ And joy doesn’t need alcohol to shine.https://www.soberisthenewcool.cahttps://youtube.com/@soberisthenewcool?si=YFSP6SpXkY7CdL6Uhttps://www.facebook.com/share/19CKzrPT2o/?mibextid=wwXIfrwww.womenroadwarriors.com#DryJanuary #SoberIsTheNewCool #SoberCurious #SobrietyJourney #KimBellas #HolisticWellness #MentalHealthMatters #WomenRoadWarriors
Dream Bigger in 2026 with Icons & Trailblazers
Step into 2026 inspired, empowered, and ready to dream bigger with this special holiday edition of Women Road Warriors. Hosts Shelley Johnson and Kathy Tuccaro bring together three extraordinary female icons whose stories prove that resilience, reinvention, and purpose have no expiration date.Country music trailblazers Chapel Hart share how they broke barriers as independent African American artists—turning rejection into rocket fuel while building success on their own terms and setting their sights on global impact.Hollywood icon Ruta Lee, whose career spans more than seven decades, reflects on a life shaped by courage and grace—from starring alongside legends like Frank Sinatra to orchestrating a real-life Cold War rescue to save her grandmother from Siberia.Rounding out the episode, Jean Peelen, author of Feisty, proves it’s never too late to reinvent yourself. Now in her 80s, Jean shares wisdom from a remarkable life that includes seven careers—federal civil rights attorney, broadcasting executive, politician, model, Survivor finalist, and author.This uplifting New Year special delivers powerful perspective, fearless energy, and real-world inspiration to help listeners step confidently into 2026—no matter their age, stage, or dream.www.chapelhart.comwww.rutalee.comwww.oldwomenwhowrite.comwww.womenroadwarriors.com#DreamBigger #2026Goals #Trailblazers #Icons #CelebrityInterviews #RutaLee #ChapelHart #JeanPeelen #NewYearInspiration #WomenRoadWarriors
Fearless Humor That Heals with Monique Marvez
Laughter isn’t just entertainment — it’s a powerful tool for healing, truth, and connection. In this episode of Women Road Warriors with Shelley Johnson and Kathy Tuccaro, welcome back stand-up comedian, author, podcaster, and social media influencer Monique Marvez, whose fearless humor and sharp storytelling are captivating audiences worldwide.With multiple Showtime specials, appearances on HBO Max, over 190 million TikTok views, and 70+ million views on Dry Bar Comedy, Monique has mastered the art of making people laugh — then think. A 20-year broadcast veteran, she uses comedy as a Trojan horse for truth, tackling everyday absurdities with warmth, wisdom, and razor-sharp wit.Beloved by audiences of all ages — especially Gen Z women — Monique is bold, real, and unapologetically authentic. This conversation explores why humor matters now more than ever, how laughter opens hearts and minds, and why being yourself is the most powerful punchline of all.🎧 Tune into this episode of Women Road Warriors for insight, inspiration, and laughter that stays with you long after the episode ends.https://www.moniquemarvez.com/www.womenroadwarriors.comwww.womenspowernetwork.net#WomenRoadWarriors#AwardWinningPodcast#StandUpComedy#WomenInComedy#HealingThroughHumor#WomensEmpowerment#MoniqueMarvez#ShelleyJohnson#KathyTuccaro
How Small Businesses Can Compete with Giants
How do small and women-owned businesses survive — and thrive — in markets dominated by massive competitors? In this power-packed episode of Women Road Warriors, marketing and branding strategist Julie Matzen reveals the real-world strategies that help small businesses break through the noise and compete on a larger stage.Julie, co-founder of MayDay Agency and Boarderline, has made it her mission to level the playing field for startups and growing companies that feel like “small fish in a giant pond.” She shares the essential moves every founder must make today, including how to sharpen your brand story, position your products strategically, secure a line of credit before you need it, and forecast with clarity in a shifting economy.Whether you're launching a business, scaling an existing one, or fighting to stay competitive in a monopolized industry, Julie delivers actionable advice you can use immediately.You’ll learn:·The biggest barriers small and women-owned businesses face today· How to build a brand that stands out in saturated markets· Why access to capital and realistic forecasting are non-negotiables· Key steps to launching new products with confidence· How to rethink your business strategy so you can compete with industry giantsIf you're ready to stop swimming upstream and start gaining ground, this episode will give you the insight and strategic muscle to move forward with power and precision.Tune in to Women Road Warriors with Shelley Johnson and Kathy Tuccaro— where we power women on the road to success.https://maydayagency.co/womenroadwarriors.comwww.womenspowernetwork.net#SmallBusinessTips #MarketingStrategy #BrandStrategy #StartupLife #WomenOwnedBusiness #BusinessStrategy #CompeteWithGiants #JulieMatzen #MayDayAgency #ShelleyJohnson #ShelleyMJohnson #KathyTuccaro #WomenRoadWarriors
From Lawyer to Rising Hollywood Star
What happens when a law school mock trial reveals you’re living the wrong story? For actress Marie Wetherell, that single moment of clarity changed everything. Instead of arguing cases, she realized she wanted to become the powerful female characters she admired on screen—and she’s already proving she belongs there. She became a lawyer but went for the silver screen.Marie’s breakout role came in Taylor Sheridan’s hit series 1923—the prequel to Yellowstone—where she portrayed the unforgettable Tarred and Feathered Woman. Now her career is accelerating with Croatoan, a psychological thriller inspired by the real-life mystery of the lost Roanoke colony. In the film, Marie plays Mary, the ex-wife of Dean Richardson, portrayed and directed by Britt Bankhead. Marie also landed the lead in a post-apocalyptic thriller called Run that is coming out in 2026.Her passion for performance didn’t appear overnight. As a young woman inspired by Nicole Kidman’s performance in The Interpreter and Jessica Chastain’s fierce role in Zero Dark Thirty, Marie followed parallel paths—Model U.N., law school, and even lobbying at the Idaho Statehouse. With a prominent political family behind her, a legal career seemed like destiny… but the screen is where she finally discovered her voice.In this inspiring Women Road Warriors interview with Shelley Johnson and Kathy Tuccaro, Marie shares why acting is both a deeply personal journey and a team sport, how every audition becomes an opportunity for growth, and what it truly takes to reinvent your life’s direction. Her story is a reminder that clarity can strike in an instant—and when it does, it’s never too late to pivot toward your passion.https://mariewetherell.com/https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vmn1D6um60Ywomenroadwarriors.comwww.womenspowernetwork.net#WomenRoadWarriors #ShelleyJohnson #KathyTuccaro #MarieWetherell #Hollywood #Actress #WomenInFilm #ActingJourney #1923Series #TaylorSheridan #FemaleEmpowerment #WomenInMedia #ActorsLife #FilmIndustry #FromLawToHollywood #CroatoanFilm #StrongFemaleLeads
Breaking Career Mindset Barriers with Violeta Rangel
If you’ve ever felt boxed in by a role that didn’t match your ambition… or found yourself wrestling with imposter syndrome, self-doubt, or the pressure of navigating male-dominated workplaces, you’re in powerful company. Our guest today has lived that journey—and transformed it. In this episode, we sit down with Violeta Rangel, a powerhouse fintech executive, career transformation coach, and single mom who has spent more than 20 years rising, surviving, and ultimately thriving in corporate America. Her confidence wasn’t handed to her. She built it, step by step, through the same challenges so many professional women face. Today, Violeta is on a mission to help women reinvent their careers, break through internal and external roadblocks, and lead with authenticity using her acclaimed Triple R Framework. From conquering imposter syndrome to developing a proactive money mindset, she shows women how to negotiate stronger salary packages, step into leadership with clarity, and claim what they deserve—without apology. Tune in to learn more from Violeta in this episode of Women Road Warriors with Shelley Johnson and Kathy Tuccaro.https://violetarangel.com/www.everbloomgroup.cawomenroadwarriors.com#WomenRoadWarriors #Podcast #EmpowermentTalkShow #ShelleyJohnson #ShelleyMJohnson #KathyTuccaro #VioletaRangel #CareerMindset #WomenInLeadership #CareerGrowth #CareerReinvention #WomenInBusiness #LeadershipDevelopment #MindsetMatters #BreakBarriers #ConfidenceAtWork #ProfessionalWomen #WomenRoadWarriors #CareerCoaching #LevelUpYourCareer #WomenWhoLead #EmpoweredWomen
Unlocking the Secret Mind: How Your Dreams Reveal Answers
If you ever have awakened thinking, “What on earth was THAT dream about?” — you’re not alone. But what if your dreams aren’t random? What if they’re coded messages from a deeper part of your mind… designed to guide you? In this powerful episode of Women Road Warriors with Shelley Johnson and Kathy Tuccaro, we talk with Dr. Bonnie Buckner, creative dreamwork expert, founder of the International Institute for Dreaming and Imagery, and author of The Secret Mind: Unlock the Power of Dreams to Transform Your Life. Dr. Buckner reveals that every single one of us has a “secret mind” — a hidden powerhouse in the brain that activates during dreaming. Drawing from neurobiology and social psychology, she explains how this secret mind helps us:✨ Solve stubborn problems✨ Process emotional “unfinished business”✨ Tap into creativity and intuition✨ Discover purpose✨ Unlock our fullest potential✨Use dreamwork for a more intentional, empowered life.Whether your dreams feel like chaotic movies, symbolic puzzles, or total blanks you can’t remember, Dr. Buckner shows why they still matter — and how to use them as tools for self-growth, clarity, and decision-making. If you’re curious about the mind, seeking clarity, or craving deeper self-understanding, this episode will open a door you didn’t know existed.👉 Listen to this episode to unlock the secret mind inside you — and awaken your potential.bonniebuckner.comhttps://institutefordreamingandimagery.com/womenroadwarriors.comWomen Road Warriors, podcast, empowerment talk show, Shelley Johnson, Shelley M. Johnson, Kathy Tuccaro, Dr. Bonnie Buckner, Institute 4 Dreaming and Imagery, empowering women, dream interpretation, creative dream work, neurobiology of dreams, personal development, unlocking potential, dream journaling, self-discovery through dreams, women empowerment podcast, dream analysis