A bird is a woman with a certain spark. Shy or full of swagger, she’s the kind of woman you want to know better the more you talk to her.

 
 

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Leah Dove

In today’s episode we speak to Leah Dove, statistician and Second City alumni. We dive into the very personal story of Leah’s upbringing, the complexity of family dynamics as well as generational trauma, and its impact on her life’s decisions. It all culminates with one of the most difficult decisions anyone could face, cutting ties with their mother.

 
 
 

  • Ness Okonkwo

    A first-generation American, Ness Okonkwo has balanced a life between two cultures, pushed through barriers to build a successful career in finance, and worked passionately for grassroots change in the city she loves. In our conversation, she teaches us about finding inner grace and seeing life as a work in progress.

    Meet Ness

  • Reshma Gajjar

    Sometimes the world just isn’t ready for you. Dancer and actress Reshma Gajjar learned that early on, when she struggled to book gigs because of her ethnicity. But eventually the universe caught up—after a transformative experience working with children in India, Reshma returned stronger than ever to forge a career that has included film, television and touring with Madonna.

    Meet Reshma

  • Lauri Kranz

    Lauri Kranz, founder of Edible Gardens LA, found herself volunteering in the vegetable garden of her son’s school many years ago. Little did she know that moment would pave the way for her life, her business, and her passion moving forward.

    Meet Lauri

  • Kiran Gandhi

    Kiran Gandhi has a story or two to tell. She’s toured the world drumming with MIA, graduated from Harvard with an MBA, and just released her debut EP under her solo moniker, Madame Gandhi. Get ready for a fascinating discussion about gender roles in families and society, growing up between two cultures, and the power of living in the now.

    Meet Kiran

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