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Marcylle celebrates & supports women who are making a difference in their fields & communities. Each episode features a conversation with a woman leader about her personal & professional journey, her achievements & challenges, and her advice for the next generation of leaders. 50% is more than just a podcast show. It is a platform to discover the diverse & inspiring stories of women leaders from different backgrounds, industries & sectors. Walk away with tools to support your very own journey, no matter where your current destination is today. For more info, visit: www.marcyllecombs.com.

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June 10, 2026Episode 22531 min

Self-Respect Is A Non-Negotiable: Amy Lokken

Amy Lokken shares insights on self-respect, self-confidence, and navigating heavy seasons of life, especially for women and caregivers. Amy Lokken is the founder of The Amy Factor™ andcreator of The Sophisticated Caregiver™ and designer of Müd Modular™. She serves as Private Counsel to high-performing women navigating heavy seasons, helping them live and lead in a way that makes their self-respect visible. With a background in industrial design, psychology, spatialintelligence, and decades of experience shaping environments and professional presence, Amy brings a distinct perspective to leadership, credibility, and theunseen weight many women carry while still showing up for everyone else. Her work centers on the belief that self-respect is not aluxury. It is the standard. And when a woman’s standards remain intact during pressure, transition, caregiving, grief, or change, her credibility, steadiness, and leadership become unmistakable. Amy’s philosophy is simple: Self-Respect Is the Standard.Credibility Is the Result. Grace Is Strength.GET IN TOUCH WITH AMY:https://theamyfactor.com/amy-factor/ https://theamyfactor.com/the-sophisticated-caregiver/LinkedIn

June 3, 2026Episode 2247 min

Recognizing When Your Aging Parents Need Help: Practical Signs and Solutions

This microcast episode focuses on recognizing signs that aging parents need help and how to approach caregiving with respect and sensitivity. It offers practical tips for observing changes, maintaining independence, and planning supportive care.Aging Parents: Signs They Need Help & What To DoRecognizing when aging parents need help is usually aboutpatterns of small changes over time. This guide combines warning signs with practical steps you can take to support independence safely.Common Signs They May Need Help• Decline in ability to manage daily tasks• Changes in memory, thinking, or judgment• Physical health or mobility issues• Emotional withdrawal or isolationHome & Daily Living Warning Signs• House becoming messy or unsafe• Unopened mail or unpaid bills• Expired or spoiled food• Poor hygiene or wearing same clothes repeatedlyMemory & Cognitive Changes• Forgetting appointments or medications• Getting lost in familiar places• Repeating questions frequently• Poor financial or safety judgmentPhysical & Health Warning Signs• Frequent falls or bruises• Difficulty walking or standing• Weight loss or lack of appetite• Skipping medications or doctor visitsEmotional & Social Changes• Withdrawal from hobbies or activities• Depression or anxiety• Avoiding calls or social interaction• Increased irritability or mood swingsWhat You Can Do• Observe patterns before acting• Have respectful conversations focused on independence• Introduce small supports like cleaning or meal help• Address home safety (grab bars, lighting, fall hazards)• Involve medical professionals when needed• Plan ahead for finances and care preferencesUrgent Warning Signs• Repeated falls• Getting lost• Medication misuse• Self-neglect• Major personality or cognitive changesComplete Check-In List• Review home cleanliness and food safety• Monitor memory and bill paying• Check mobility and fall risk• Confirm medication management• Assess mood and social activity• Evaluate driving safety• Review financial behaviorAction Plan• Minor issues: Add light support (cleaning, reminders)• Moderate issues: Attend doctor visits and increaseinvolvement• Major issues: Limit risks and consider in-home care

May 27, 2026Episode 22338 min

Encouraging Women to Run For Office: Sarah Jakle

Sarah Jakle shares her inspiring journey from overcoming autoimmune disease to founding Democra-she, a program empowering young women to run for office and lead with confidence. Discover practical tools for resilience, navigating social media challenges, and fostering leadership in women. Key Topics & TakeawaysSarah Jakle's family legacy and inspiration from her great grandfatherImpact of autoimmune disease on career and founding Democra-sheChallenges women face in politics and leadershipTools for emotional regulation and resilience in womenImportance of early education and social media literacy for girlsWomen need tailored skills to navigate social media and public scrutiny.Grounding and inner best friend practices help regulate emotions and build confidence.Early intervention in high school can shape future women leaders.Imposter syndrome can be mitigated through self-compassion and mental tools.Increasing women's representation in leadership requires addressing societal barriers.Sarah Jakle founded DemocraShe in 2020 and serves as the Executive Director. Previously she served as the Get Out The Vote Director for the California National Organization for Women and National Outreach Director for Field Team 6, leading the innovative effort to register voters using effective issue-based voter registration techniques. Empowering women to hold political office has been a focus since Sarah first interned at the Women’s Council of the Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee in college.Sarah has dedicated her life’s work to lifting up communities -spending the first decade of her career working on behalf of people coping with mental illness and homelessness and bringing compassion-based resiliency skills into her current work with women. She was a 2017 fellow with Organizing for Action, a 2025 How Women Lead Movement Builders fellow, served on the Board of Directors for Urban Partners Los Angeles, and serves on the Advisory Council of the Santa Monica YMCA.Get In Touch With Sarah:DemocraShe - training future women leadersLinkedInInstagramFacebook

May 20, 2026Episode 22234 min

Scaling Culture in Growing Organizations: Jenni Catron

Leadership expert Jenni Catron shares her journey, insights on cultivating healthy organizational culture, the importance of accountability, and how to scale culture in growing organizations. Discover practical strategies for leaders aiming to create lasting, positive impact.Jenni is the Founder and CEO of The 4Sight Group, aconsultancy dedicated to working directly with leaders of faith based organizations to help them develop a thriving team and accelerate growth.Jenni Catron is a writer, speaker, and leadership expertcommitted to helping others lead from their extraordinary best. Jenni’s passion is to lead well and to inspire, equip and encourage others to do the same. She speaks at conferences and churches nationwide, seeking to help others developtheir leadership gifts and lead confidently in the different spheres of influence God has granted them. Additionally, she consults with individuals and teams on leadership and organizational health.Jenni is the author of several books including Clout: Discover and Unleash Your God-Given Influenceand The 4 Dimensions of Extraordinary Leadership.Get In Touch With Jenni:get4sight.com Social Media: @jennicatron

May 13, 2026Episode 22139 min

How to Stand Out in a Crowded Podcast Market: Tips from Michelle Glogovac

Michelle Glogovac shares her inspiring journey from corporate aviation to becoming a podcast pitching expert and author. Discover how authenticity, storytelling, and strategic podcast outreach can elevate your personal brand and business.Michelle Glogovac is THE Podcast MatchmakerTM, an award- winning publicist, host of Read The Damn Book™, Beyond The Campaign™, Kitchen Briefs™, and BURNT?Michelle is working with clients who make an impact by defining their stories and matching them with the perfect podcasts. She has helped entrepreneurs, authors, nonprofits and advocates hone their storytelling abilities, grow their businesses, and elevate themselves as thought leaders onover 1,000 podcasts. Michelle is a sought-after speaker in this niche and has presented to thousands of publicists and groups on how to not only perfectly pitch a podcast but to create marketing content from every interview. She hascoached 14,000 authors through the process of creating and launching a podcast book tour through the Nonfiction Writers Association.Michelle is a wife, mom of two, stepmom of two, and a fur mom. She has her B.A. and M.S. in Law, and is the Founder + CEO of The MLG Collective®. Michelle resides in the Bay Area and is a sushi lover.As an avid reader and book lover, Michelle’s most prizedpossessions are her autographed books—each one a story she’s helped amplify through meaningful podcast conversations. She created the Podcast Book Tour™ tohelp authors go beyond bookstore readings and reach readers in every zip code, one podcast at a time.But her advocacy doesn’t stop with books.Michelle also partners with politicians, candidates, andcultural changemakers to shape narratives that inform, inspire, and activate.Whether it’s a debut novelist with a powerful story or a grassroots candidate with a bold vision, Michelle helps them use podcasting to build trust, shift culture, and create real momentum.Her bookshelf, much like her client roster, is filled withtruth-tellers—authors, advocates, and leaders using their voices to move the world forward.Because a well-told story isn’t just heard. It’s remembered.It’s what makes change possible.Get In Touch With Michelle:https://michelleglogovac.comhttps://www.facebook.com/TheMLGCollective/https://www.instagram.com/michelleglogovachttps://twitter.com/micglogovac

May 6, 2026Episode 22010 min

Caring for Aging Parents

This is the first microcast episode where Marcylle and Deantha explore comprehensive strategies for caring for aging parents, including in-home care options, home modifications, assisted living, and financial considerations. Perfect for families navigating elder care decisions!Get In Touch With Marcylle or Deantha:www.marcyllecombs.comInstagram: marcylle_combsLinkedIn: Marcylle Combs

April 29, 2026Episode 21937 min

Women Are Over Mentored But Under Sponsored: Jossie Haines

Jossie Haynes shares her journey from Princeton at 16 to a 25-year career in software engineering leadership. She discusses the impact of AI on jobs, strategies for women in tech, and how to leverage AI for career growth.Jossie Haines is an executive leadership and career coach for experienced engineering leaders who are already deliveringresults but want greater recognition, influence, and growth — including promotion, expanded scope, and compensation that reflects their impact.With over 25 years in the tech industry, she brings deep, hands-on engineering leadership experience from Apple, Tile, Zynga, and American Express. At Apple, her teams earned a technical Emmy; at Tile, she created the VP of Software Engineering role and scaled the organization by 45% in under five months during COVID; and most recently, she served as a fractional engineering leader atSmartPin, leading engineering and product development from 0 to 1. Her work began with retaining women in tech, and she continues to advocate for women leaders navigating visibility and advancement in male-dominated environments.Get In Touch With Jossie:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jossiemannWebsite: https://jossiehaines.comSpotify Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3jcO2KZvFSU1aHL40XcE9ANewsletter Sign-Up: https://ck.jossiehaines.com

April 22, 2026Episode 21831 min

A Divorce Guide For Women: Oona Metz

Oona Metz discusses her new book 'Unhitched,' exploring the emotional journey of divorce, handling grief, and supporting children through separation. She shares expert advice on navigating complex family dynamics, boundaries, and finding hope after divorce.Oona Metz, LICSW, psychotherapist, author, educator, and founder of a national training program for mental healthprofessionals. Oona has spent over 30 years supportingwomen through some of the most defining, identity-shaping transitions of their lives. She is the creator of the Divorce Grief Model, a groundbreaking framework that gives women a language and a roadmap for the emotional journey of divorce — something that had never truly existed in the mental-health field. Her forthcoming book, Unhitched:The Essential Divorce Guide for Women (Gallery Books/Simon & Schuster, January 2026), brings this work to a wide audience and reframes divorce as a moment of profound self-leadership, resilience, and reinvention.Beyond her clinical work, Oona is the founderof The Beacon Group Fellowship, a national training initiativeshaping the next generation of therapists. She has spent decades mentoring clinicians, advocating for women’s emotional wellbeing, and changing how the field understands relationships, attachment, and identity.Get In Touch With Oona: www.oonametz.comHer Book:Unhitched:The Essential Divorce Guide for Women

April 15, 2026Episode 21736 min

How Human Behavior and AI Intersect In Creativity And Business: Femi Corazon

Femi Corazon shares his inspiring journey from Iowa to global success, exploring how storytelling, human behavior, and AI intersect in creativity and business. Discover insights on cultural diversity, the power of authentic stories, and the future of AI in human experiences.Femi is EVP, Executive Creative Director at Rescue, The Behavior Change Agency. She is a creative leader by trade and a brand builder and storyteller by obsession, with deep experience where creativity, culture, and innovation drive real-world impact and growth. At Rescue, Femi leads award-winning, large-scale behavior change initiatives forpublic health organizations across the United States, leveraging branded marketing approaches to deliver integrated, multi-channel campaigns powered byinsight-led storytelling and culturally resonant creative. Prior to Rescue, Femi served as VP, Brand Creative at NBCUniversal, where she played a key role in the global rebrand for Universal Destinations & Experiences, associated brand campaigns, and upfront planning for the launch of EPIC Universe. Earlier in her career, she was Head of Creative at Little Dot Studios Americas, shaping modern, short-formstorytelling and brand engagement for brands including Google, Disney, and Expedia. Her broader experience spans technology, entertainment, and retail, with work for Snyders of Hanover, NBC Television, ABC, AT&T, Intel, Lenovo,T-Mobile, and Michelob. Across her career, Femi has led and mentored resilient, high-performing teams while delivering work grounded in clarity,craft, and emotional truth. A certified global Gallup Strengths Coach, she is deeply committed to compassionate leadership, craft excellence, and building cultures where people and ideas can thrive. She holds an MBA in Design Strategy from California College of the Arts and is based in Los Angeles, where she liveswith her dog, Zooey. Get In Touch With Femi:www.femicorazon.comhttps://linkedin.com/in/femicorazon/

April 8, 2026Episode 21633 min

Overcome Money Avoidance and Build Financial Confidence: Emily Stroud

Emily Stroud shares insights on financial literacy, the importance of starting early, and practical steps for managing personal finances, especially for women and young adults.Her sincere desire is to share with you how to handle your finances so you can live without fear and anxiety. She currently lives in Fort Worth, Texas, with her husband and two children, and manages a boutique financial services firm called Stroud Financial Management.As a wife, mom, and financial advisor, she understands life can be complicated, and money issues can cause stress and anxiety. Her hope is that you find rest and find answers to the financial questions that weigh on you. There is a way to live this busy life free from the fears associated with money, and my goal is to guide you there. Emily is a Christian Financial Advisor and bestselling author of Faithful Finance. She also cohosts the Faithful Finance Podcast, serving over 15,000 Christian women and families who want practical guidance balanced with faith-based perspective.What sets Emily apart is her approach: she helps listeners move beyond anxiety or shame around money, offering actionable strategies rooted in biblical stewardship. After her husband’s heart attack, Emily experienced firsthand the importance of the same financial preparation she now teaches, so her advice comes with both empathy and authenticity. Whether it’s talking about how couples can build trust through tough money conversations, or how Christian women gain confidence in financial decision-making, Emily adapts to the audience while keeping Christ at the center.Her conversations go deeper than the numbers, inviting people to explore how faith, stewardship, and generosity transform family dynamics and personal wellbeing. . Above all, Emily brings a kind of transparency that lifts the pressure off sensitive topics. She talks about budgeting for joy as much as for responsibility and speaks with women about nurturing confidence around finances, no matter their background.Social Media / Website: You can learn more about Emily on her website https://faithfulfinance.comAnd check out her Facebook page here.