In this episode of Voices Rising, Rachelle, Lynda and Marciawelcome Patty Aubrey—visionary leader with the billion-dollar Chicken Soup for the Soul brand, president of the Canfield Training Group, and author of 14 New York Times bestsellers.

Patty pulls back the curtain on what it really takes forwomen to stop hiding, own their contribution, and step into their full voice and leadership. From a life-changing promise she made to her mother on her deathbed, to navigating self-doubt even as a #1 bestselling author, Patty shares honest stories, hard-won lessons, and practical tools you can use rightnow.

In this conversation, you’ll learn:

Why so many high-performing women still struggle withself-doubt—even when they’re successful on paper

How Patty used E + R = O (Event + Response = Outcome) toreclaim her power in messy, emotional moments

The invisible ceilings women put on themselves, and how tostop taking yourself out of the game before you’re even on the field

The difference between vision and execution—and whyexecution is where most women get stuck

Patty’s non‑negotiables for sustainablesuccess (without burning out or selling out your integrity)

Why celebrating your wins isn’t optional—it’s essential

If you’ve ever felt like you’re doing the work, holdingeverything together behind the scenes, but not fully owning your voice or your worth, this episode was made for you.

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In this episode, Lynda, Marcia, and Rachelle dive deep intothe power of personal branding—what it really is, why it matters more than ever in 2026, and how women can intentionally shape the way they are seen at work and in life.

They unpack the difference between your “soft brand” (whoyou are at your core) and your corporate brand (what you’re known for professionally), and explore how clarity, consistency, and visibility can change the trajectory of your career. Through real stories—from leadership roles in the cosmetics industry to a police officer’s rise through the ranks—they illustrate how opportunities don’t come from talent alone, but fromrecognition, advocacy, and presence.

You’ll also hear practical advice on building your elevatorpitch, crafting a visibility plan, using social media intentionally, and doing the inner work of self-acceptance so you can confidently articulate your value.

This conversation is a powerful reminder that your brand already exists—the question is, are you shaping it, or letting others define it for you?

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In this episode of Voices Rising, the hosts unpack thepersistent cultural myth that women can and should “have it all” — the career, the perfect family, the house, the status symbols, and the flawless body to match.

Drawing on their experiences from the 70s, 80s, 90s, andtoday, Marcia, Lynda, and Rachelle explore:

• How second-wave feminism and media (hello, Cosmopolitanand Helen Gurley Brown’s Having It All) helped cement the “do it all” expectation

• The toll of those expectations on women’s mental health,relationships, and sense of self-worth

• Why younger generations are redefining success away fromcars, houses, and labels toward freedom, time, and authenticity

• The power of boundaries, therapy, and real femalefriendships in navigating work, family, and personal goals

• What needs to change in workplaces and society so womendon’t have to burn out to succeed

The conversation is honest, multi-generational, and deeplypractical. If you’ve ever felt guilty for not “doing it all” or wondered if you’re allowed to want something different than what your parents had, give it a listen and let us know your thoughts.

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In this episode of Voices Rising, Rachelle, Lynda, andMarcie dive deep into boundaries that build power—especially for driven women in corporate and entrepreneurial spaces.

They unpack why capable women often struggle to say no, andhow that leads to burnout, resentment, and guilt. Through honest personal stories—from raising kids while running a business to leading large corporate teams—they share the non‑negotiables, calendars, and communication habits that helped them reclaim their focus, health, and relationships.

You’ll learn:

- Why boundaries are not about controlling others,but about clearly defining what you’re available for

- How to set non‑negotiables around work hours,family time, and personal restoration

- Practical strategies like the “pause before yes”rule, protected time blocks, and separate phones/devices

- How to communicate like a leader without over‑explaining,apologizing, or people‑pleasing

If you’re a woman getting things done but you know the wayyou’re operating isn’t sustainable, this conversation will help you startleading yourself with more clarity, courage, and self‑respect.

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At 75, Melody Harris is just getting started.In this deeply honest and uplifting conversation, Melody—cancer survivor, lifelong learner, devoted caregiver, and proud “child-free by choice” woman—joins hosts Marcia, Lynda, and Rachelle to talk about what it really means to live fully at every stage of life.From growing up on a farm in the 1950s to navigating a 50–year marriage touched by addiction, Melody shares the hard-earned wisdom, humour and grit that shaped her philosophy: “Every day is my birthday.”Together, they explore:Why the small things—coffee, walks, sunsets, clean sheets—matter more than the big milestones.The hardest lesson many women have to learn: what is and isn’t your responsibility.Choosing to be child-free in a generation that expected otherwise.How gratitude, community, and simply showing up can transform despair into hope.Aging with intention, staying curious, and why Melody wears a helmet to go ice skating with toddlers.This episode is a love letter to women in every season of life—especially those feeling stretched thin, unseen, or like it’s “too late” to rewrite their story. Melody reminds us that as long as we’re here, we get to choose how we rise.For more Voices Rising, visit ⁠ ⁠⁠⁠https://voicesrisingpodcast.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow us:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/voicesrisingpodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/voicesrisingpodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@VoicesRisingPodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@voicesrisingpodcast⁠⁠⁠

Saying no can feel uncomfortable, selfish, or evendangerous—especially for women who’ve been raised to please, accommodate, and keep the peace. In this episode of Voices Rising, Rachelle, Marcia and Lynda unpack why “no” is such a powerful word, and how learning to use it can protect your energy, your time, and your mental health.

They explore how people-pleasing leads to resentment, how toset boundaries at work and at home, and why younger generations (especially Gen Z) are rewriting the rules around careers, relationships, and expectations.

With real-life stories—from saying no to social events, to pushing back on extra work, to choosing solo hotel rooms on girls’ trips—this conversation offers practical language and mindset shifts to help you start saying no without guilt.

If you’ve ever agreed to something and immediately regrettedit, this episode is for you.

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In this episode, Rachelle, Lynda, and Marcia sit down with Michelle Gardner—wife, mom of two, CEO, digital creator, and founder of Parent Through Play and Sensory Kids Play, one of Canada’s top 20 YouTube kids’ channels with more than 600,000 subscribers.Michelle shares how she walked away from “Superwoman Syndrome” in corporate life to design a more intentional, values-led version of success rooted in motherhood, connection, and play.

She opens up about the illusion of “doing it all,” the grief and disillusionment she experienced with corporate culture after becoming a mom, and the bold decisions she and her family made to prioritize time with their children.Follow us:⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/voicesrisingpodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/voicesrisingpodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@VoicesRisingPodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@voicesrisingpodcast⁠⁠⁠

In this episode, Lynda, Rachelle, and Marcia share stories about juggling careers, parenting, marriage, aging parents, and personal well‑being—without pretending that “having it all” is easy or even realistic.

They explore the idea of the 5 o’clock club and how waking up an hour earlier can feel like adding an “eighth day” to your week, the power of non‑negotiables at home and at work, and why boundaries—not perfection—are the real key to balance.

You’ll hear honest reflections on:

Raising kids while building a business

Using technology to stay emotionally close, even when traveling

Learning to ask for help and accept that others do things differently

Delegating chores to kids and partners without guilt

Using tools, services, and simple systems to reclaim time

Shifting priorities across life seasons, from young kids to retirement and grandkids

This episode is a practical and emotional guide for anyone who’s ever felt stretched too thin and wondered: How do I build a life that works—for me and the people I love?

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