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  • Reigniting Passions: Christine Lindebak on Fashion, Burnout, and Embracing Authenticity
    Feb 19 2026
    Roxanne Derhodge welcomes Christine Lindebak to Authentic Living, where they delve into Christine's journey in the fashion industry, emphasizing the pivotal role of sewing. Christine shares her experiences in high fashion and runway shows, addressing the challenges of burnout and the importance of self-care to reignite personal passions. They discuss Christine's business, Sewing in the City, and the slow fashion movement, highlighting how sewing fosters authenticity. Roxanne reflects on the value of childhood passions and introduces an upcoming course. The episode concludes with ways to connect with Christine, closing remarks, and a sponsor mention.
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    35 min
  • The Power in the Middle: Elizabeth O'Brien on Midlife Resilience, Values, and Personal Growth
    Feb 16 2026
    Elizabeth O'Brien joins the conversation to explore the themes of her book "The Power in the Middle," delving into her personal experiences of loss and resilience. The discussion focuses on navigating midlife changes, highlighting the need for setting boundaries and reassessing personal values and beliefs. Elizabeth and Roxanne examine generational approaches to stress and challenge the notion of women "having it all." They discuss the importance of realigning priorities, evolving relationships, and the unique workplace considerations for midlife women. The episode wraps up with Elizabeth sharing insights from her book, contact information, and key takeaways.
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    38 min
  • Legacy Living and Productivity: Alex Dripchak on Sales, Neuroscience, and Impactful Skills
    Feb 13 2026
    Roxanne Derhodge welcomes Alex Dripchak to Authentic Living, where he shares his career journey and the influence of writing and AI on his work. The discussion covers essential sales skills for beginners and Roxanne's idea of return on relationship. Alex introduces his new book, highlighting productivity, performance, and the concept of legacy living. He delves into unique ideas, the neuroscience behind productivity, and techniques for breaking autopilot. The episode introduces the Commence Foundation, emphasizing life skills, and concludes with goals and tips from Alex's book. Contact information and closing remarks wrap up the conversation.
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    33 min
  • Redefining Anger: Bronwyn Schweigerdt on Healing, Shame, and Authentic Connections
    Jan 22 2026
    Join Roxanne Derhodge and Bronwyn Schweigerdt as they tackle the complex topic of anger. Bronwyn shares her personal journey, exploring the link between suppressed anger and depression, and its physical effects. They redefine anger as a tool for resolution and discuss the impact of invalidating childhood anger. Discover how shame influences adult behavior and workplace conflicts, intertwining with anger in therapy. Hear personal stories of overcoming shame, strategies for managing global anxiety, and depression. Bronwyn introduces her podcast "Angry at the Right Things" and shares methods for fostering authentic connections.
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    27 min
  • Faith, Resilience, and Leadership: John Robertson on Navigating Change and Relational Currency
    Dec 26 2025
    Roxanne Derhodge chats with John Robertson about choosing faith over fear in life decisions. They discuss corporate reactions to the pandemic, organizational change, and the evolving motivations of younger workers. John shares insights from his leadership publications, emphasizing the balance between employee motivation and performance. They explore engaging reluctant leaders, defining leadership values, and the importance of psychosocial safety. The episode wraps up with personal stories, consulting insights, and additional resources, concluding with a sponsor mention.
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    39 min
  • Empowering Leadership: Kash Rocheleau on Trust, Mentorship, and Female Leadership
    Nov 18 2025
    Roxanne Derhodge introduces Kash Rocheleau, who shares her inspiring journey from a stay-at-home mom to a CEO in the food industry. Kash discusses the importance of learning and building trust, while emphasizing the need for promoting female leadership and effectively navigating conflict. The conversation highlights her experiences mentoring young leaders and offers valuable advice on leadership, including the significance of maintaining healthy boundaries. Kash provides key insights into leadership and how to connect with her. The episode concludes with closing remarks, upcoming events, and a sponsor mention.
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    35 min
  • Harnessing AI and Mindset: Mohamed Ahmed on Transforming Entrepreneurship
    Nov 6 2025
    Roxanne Derhodge engages with Mohamed Ahmed to explore his transition from the corporate world to AI entrepreneurship, emphasizing the significance of an entrepreneurial mindset. They contrast the dynamics of corporate work with the vibrancy of startup life and share Roxanne's own journey into entrepreneurship. The discussion highlights the application of the right mindset and effective strategies for business success, including transitioning from autonomy to collaboration. Mohamed provides insights on AI as a driving force for innovation, offering guidance for startups and tools for self-reflection. The episode wraps up with entrepreneurial tips, community insights, and a preview of the next episode.
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    46 min
  • Unlocking Leadership Potential: Amy Kemp on Habit Finder and Authentic Connection
    Oct 23 2025
    Roxanne Derhodge engages with Amy Kemp to explore her work and the Habit Finder tool, delving into the science of axiology and the inner workings of the Habit Finder company. They discuss the contrast between systemic and relational thinking in leadership, highlighting the challenges faced when transitioning from a producer to a leader. The conversation emphasizes the tool's application in management and the importance of recognizing diverse leadership styles. Amy shares the value of collaborative and soft-spoken leadership, her client approach, and book insights. The episode concludes with a discussion on the Habit Finder and ROR quiz for fostering authentic connections.
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    30 min