The Girl With The Purple Hair Talks Business

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Aug 2026

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A dynamic podcast that cuts through the noise to deliver actionable business insights from Female Founders who've been there, done that, and are ready to share their secrets. This isn't your typical business podcast filled with theory and fluff. "The Girl With The Purple Hair Talks Business" brings you face-to-face with real women who've built successful businesses from the ground up. Each episode delivers practical wisdom you can implement immediately, whether you're just starting out or scaling. What Makes This Podcast Different: Authentic Conversations - No scripted interviews here. These are genuine, unfiltered conversations with Female Founders who share their real struggles, breakthrough moments, and hard-won lessons. Diverse Expertise - From success strategists and photographers to authors and bookkeepers, each guest brings a unique perspective on building a thriving business in today's economy. Actionable Takeaways - Every episode is packed with specific strategies, tools, and insights you can apply to your own business journey immediately. Fresh Perspective - The host brings energy and authenticity to every conversation, creating a space where guests feel comfortable sharing their most valuable insights. Perfect For: 👣Female Founders at any stage of their journey 💮Female Founders looking for fresh strategies and perspectives 🏆Female Founders who wants to learn from real success stories [and failures] 🗣️Female Founders who prefer authentic conversation over corporate speak New episodes drop weekly - Each conversation is designed to give you at least one "aha moment" you can act on immediately. Whether you're looking to make more money, save time, or simply have more fun in your business, this podcast delivers the wisdom you need to get there. ARE YOU A FEMALE FOUNDER AND WANT TO BE A GUEST? LET'S CHAT https://calendly.com/angiegiltner/prepodcast

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September 7, 2026Episode 2030 min

CreatHER Rebels: Why Women Entrepreneurs Need Community, Collaboration & a New Way to Build Business with Katrina and Heidi

What if the problem isn't that you're not working hard enough? What if you've been trying to build your business using a model that was never designed for how women actually operate? In this episode, we're talking about CreatHER Rebels, a community created for high-achieving women entrepreneurs who are ready to step outside the traditional hustle-and-grind approach to business. CreatHER Rebels brings women together to talk about the things that actually matter when you're building a business and a life: business growth, marketing, money, technology, collaboration, self-care, energy, leadership, and the power of having women in your corner. We explore why community isn't just a feel-good addition to entrepreneurship. The right community can help women gain perspective, make better decisions, discover new opportunities, collaborate instead of compete, and grow with far less isolation. Heidi and Katrina dive into: ✨ Why successful women can still feel like they're building their businesses alone ✨ The difference between networking and creating genuine business relationships ✨ How collaboration can become a powerful growth strategy ✨ Why women need spaces where they can talk openly about money, marketing, and business challenges ✨ What happens when entrepreneurs stop measuring success solely by how much they can accomplish ✨ How honoring your natural rhythms can change the way you plan, market, and grow your business ✨ Why sustainable business growth requires more than another strategy or productivity hack ✨ How community can help women build businesses that support their lives instead of consuming them The CreatHER Method challenges the traditional linear, always-on approach to entrepreneurship and introduces the Female Intelligence Cycle™, a framework designed to help women plan, create, decide, and grow in a way that honors their natural rhythms. Because entrepreneurship was never supposed to be a solo sport. Sometimes the smartest business move isn't doing more. It's finding the women who understand the assignment. CONNECT WITH HEIDI AND KATRINA IN ONE-CLICK https://truthbombmarketing.com/creather-rebels/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/katrinavanoudheusden/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/heidimummau/ GRAB YOUR 2027 PLANNER https://truthbombmarketing.com/creather-planner-2027/ LISTEN TO DID SHE REALLY SAY THAT PODCAST? https://open.spotify.com/show/77wvfJJbphmzxQsMzPkaL7

September 2, 2026Episode 1919 min

Leading With Confidence: How Grit, Resilience, Authenticity & Mindset Transform Teams and Leaders with Ann Hunter

What does it really take to become a confident, effective leader? In this powerful conversation with Ann Hunter of Designing Grace, we explore the connection between leadership development, mindset, resilience, authenticity, confidence, and high-performing teams. Ann shares why great leadership isn't simply about having the right title or knowing what to do. It's about developing the inner qualities that allow leaders to navigate challenges, communicate effectively, build trust, and create stronger, more productive teams. Ann's Zones of Genius... ✨ Why mindset can make or break your leadership effectiveness ✨ How grit and resilience help leaders navigate setbacks and uncertainty ✨ Why authenticity is essential for building trust and stronger workplace relationships ✨ How confident leaders create more cohesive and productive teams ✨ The hidden cost of work getting "stuck" inside an organization ✨ Why understanding how people naturally work can improve collaboration and performance ✨ How leadership development can create meaningful change beyond the workplace Drawing on her work in corporate training, leadership development, personal growth, and team development, Ann brings a practical perspective to what it means to lead with confidence and create workplaces where people can do their best work. If you're a business owner, executive, manager, entrepreneur, or emerging leader who wants to strengthen your leadership skills and build a more effective team, this conversation is packed with insights you can put into action. Become the kind of leader people want to follow. CONNECT WITH ANN IN ONE-CLICK https://designinggrace.com/ Grab her books https://designinggrace.com/books/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/ann-hunter/

May 5, 2026Episode 1524 min

Sustainability That Sells: Turning Eco-Overwhelm into a Profit Power Move with Samantha Smits

In today's episode, I distinct pleasure of interviewing Samantha Smits, SusTour Consultancy. You won't want to miss a moment of her compelling message. Samantha Smits is the founder of Smits SusTour Consultancy, a specialised firm helping accommodations and tour operators transform sustainability stress and administrative headaches into a sharp competitive advantage. Operating between the Netherlands and Tanzania, Samantha brings a unique international perspective to the global sustainable tourism community, bridging rigorous international standards with operational realities. Through her roadmap approach, she steers clients away from organisational overwhelm and towards meaningful, profitable certifications. Samantha acts as a strategic partner, rolling up her sleeves to guide entrepreneurs through the complexities of global criteria, often with a laugh. Whether you consider yourself a sustainability pro or find yourself rolling your eyes at the term, Samantha happily guides you towards a future-proof business that earns more, stresses less, and sets the gold standard for the next generation of travel. CONNECT WITH SAMANTHA IN ONE-CLICK info@smitssustourconsultancy.com https://smitssustourconsultancy.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/samantha-smits-sustainable-tourism-consultant/ https://www.buzzsprout.com/2569737/follow #SustainableSuccess #EcoButMakeItProfitable #TourismBusiness #FutureProofYourBusiness #SustainabilitySimplified #WomenInBusiness #EntrepreneurLife #GlobalBusiness #WorkSmarterNotHarder #ConsciousCapitalism #TravelIndustryLeaders #ScaleWithPurpose #BusinessStrategy #ProfitWithPurpose #SamanthaSmits #SusTourConsultancy #AngieGiltner #FeMetis

April 20, 2026Episode 1314 min

You Don't Need More Hours. You Need Extra Hands: The Truth About Hiring a VA Before You Burn Out with Rachael Davila

In today's episode, I have the pleasure of interviewing, Rachael Davila of Extra Hands VA. Rachael Davila is a Virtual Assistant mentor, implementation strategist, author, and founder of Extra Hands! Virtual Assistance. A solo VA since 2005, she hired her first assistant in 2021. Straddling both sides of the VA/client relationship, she understands the struggles business owners face when seeking virtual support. Her mission is to guide business owners through the sometimes-scary but always-worth-it journey to find, hire, and work effectively with the right VA. She's the host of Hey! Do I Need a VA? podcast and author of the book by the same name. 🎁Rachael has a complimentary gift to share with all of you Woo Hoo! Are you ready for a VA? Quiz https://links.extrahandsva.com/widget/quiz/atHsHeioZb80ntoMzuCR CONNECT WITH RACHAEL AND EXTRA HANDS VA IN ONE-CLICK Linktree: https://linktr.ee/extrahandsva Website: https://extrahandsva.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ExtraHandsVirtualAssistance Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/extrahands_va LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachaeldavila/ Are you ready for a VA? Quiz https://links.extrahandsva.com/widget/quiz/atHsHeioZb80ntoMzuCR Book Page: https://extrahandsva.com/heyva-book/ Podcast link: https://rss.com/podcasts/hey-do-i-need-a-va/ Podcast YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@HeyDoINeedAVAPodcast #VirtualAssistant #CEOEnergy #EntrepreneurLife #WomenInBusiness #ScaleSmart #DelegationNation #BusinessGrowthStrategy #TimeFreedom #HireHelp #OnlineBusinessOwner #SmallBusinessTips #ProductivityHacks #FounderLife #WorkSmarterNotHarder #ExtraHands #RachaelDavila #AngieGiltner #FeMetis

April 13, 2026Episode 1232 min

The American Dream Got Hijacked… Here's How Smart Families Are Taking It Back with Rebecca Irey

In today's EPIC episode, I have the pleasure of interviewing, Rebecca Irey, Founder of Blue Skye Financial. Everyone keeps saying the American Dream is broken. But let's be honest… people didn't suddenly stop working hard. The system stopped working for them. Rebecca Irey is the founder of Blue Skye Financial and a financial advisor on a mission to help women break free from financial dependence and confusion. She works with women, families, and entrepreneurs to design tax-efficient retirement strategies and long-term wealth plans that prioritize independence and legacy. Rebecca believes financial literacy is power and that women deserve a seat at the head of the financial table. Blue Skye Financial is a firm on a mission to flip the financial script for families, retirees, women, and business owners who are tired of playing a rigged money game. Instead of depending on fragile systems like Social Security Administration benefits, rising taxes, and mountains of debt, they're teaching people how to build tax-efficient wealth, protect their legacy, and design a future that actually belongs to them. Rebecca and her tearm aren't simply about money. They're about freedom, family, and legacy. If you've ever wondered whether there's a smarter way to create wealth without being trapped by the system… this episode might just change how you see your financial future. Because wealth isn't about what you have. It's about what you're able to do with it. CONNECT WITH BLUE SKYE FINANCIAL IN ONE-CLIC https://www.facebook.com/blueskyefinancial/ https://www.instagram.com/blueskye_financial https://www.linkedin.com/company/blue-skye-financial https://www.youtube.com/@blueskyefinancial #AmericanDream #FinancialFreedom #LegacyWealth #TaxFreeRetirement #WomenAndWealth #BusinessOwnerStrategy #RetirementPlanning #BlueSkyeFinancial #RebeccaIrey #FeMetis #AngieGiltner

April 6, 2026Episode 1123 min

She Lost the Job, Sold the House…Then Built a Global Platform No One Could Ignore with Sarah Barnes-Humphrey

In today's episode, I sit down with Sarah Barnes-Humphrey is a best-selling author, entrepreneur, and fierce advocate for self-worth and authentic leadership. She's best known as the founder and host of Let's Talk Supply Chain™, one of the top 1% most downloaded podcasts globally – but her journey to becoming a voice in the industry didn't come easily. After working in her family business for over a decade, Sarah lost her job, sold her house, and found herself at a personal and professional crossroads. Instead of staying silent, she picked up a mic. Since then, she's built a powerful platform dedicated to amplifying voices that often go unheard – particularly women and underrepresented communities. Through her Women in Supply Chain™ series, Blended podcast, and nonprofit Blended Pledge, Sarah continues to create safe spaces where vulnerability leads to real transformation. Now, she's sharing her personal story in a brand-new way – through her debut memoir and #1 Amazon Bestseller, I Buried Her in a French Press. The book is a raw, honest reflection on identity, loss, and finding your voice after you've lost it. It's a story of self-worth, resilience, and learning that you are your best advocate. Whether she's on stage, behind the mic, or writing her truth, Sarah is committed to helping others feel seen, heard, and empowered to tell their own story – unapologetically. CONNECT WITH SARAH IN ONE-CLICK Visit Sarah's website | Follow her on LinkedIn and Instagram | Grab a copy of her new book! Don't forget to grab your copy of I Buried Her in a French Press: A Memoir About Finding My Voice and The Power of Being Heard. #SarahBarnesHumphrey #IBuriedHerInAFrenchPress #LetsTalkSupplyChain #WomenInSupplyChain #BlendedPodcast #BlendedPledge #AngieGiltner #FeMetis

March 23, 2026Episode 919 min

From Trauma to Mental Wealth™: The Therapist Who's Writing Her Own Rules of Healing with Kristina Scaglione

Listeners, today's episode is going to be epic! Kristina's approach to business is unlike anything you've ever heard. You must listen in! Kristina Scaglione, LCSW-R, CAHC Licensed Clinical Social Worker | Co-Founder of Root & Rise Clinical Specialists Founder of Limitless Integrative Wellness & The Mind Spa™ | Clinical Director | Trauma-Informed Therapist | Holistic Innovator | LGBTQIA+ Advocate Kristina Scaglione, LCSW-R, CAHC, is a licensed clinical social worker, certified advanced holistic counselor, and the unapologetically direct force behind Root & Rise Clinical Specialists and Limitless Integrative Wellness, home of the "Limitless Mind-Spa Model". Known for blending clinical expertise with sharp intuition, Kristina cuts through the noise with a bold, radically compassionate approach rooted in what she calls "Mental Wealth-Care" signature philosophy that views your mind as your most valuable asset. With over 14 years of experience, Kristina specializes in trauma healing, emotional regulation, and nervous system restoration for individuals, couples, and professionals under pressure. She is trained in EMDR by EMDRIA, certified in DBT, EFT "tapping," and Advanced Holistic Counseling™, and uses a combination of somatic, cognitive, and creative methods to help clients move from dysregulation to alignment with clarity, courage, and results. Her background includes forensic social work, residential psychiatric, crisis intervention, and macro-level advocacy. She holds a B.S. in Criminal Justice from Northeastern University and an MSW from Stony Brook University, with a focus in psychopharmacology, CBT, and systems-level change. Through Root & Rise Clinical Specialists, Kristina and co-founder Julie Stark established a boutique practice renowned for precision, creativity, and real-world results. With Limitless Integrative Wellness™, Kristina expanded that vision into a premium, interdisciplinary space for therapy, movement, medicine, mindfulness, and modern healing all in one location. Located in Port Jefferson, NY, Limitless offers both clients and providers flexible coworking spaces, advanced modalities, and a collaborative community rooted in purpose. As a clinical supervisor and entrepreneurial coach, Kristina mentors therapists who are building mission-driven businesses without sacrificing their values. Her coaching combines strategy, mindset, and boundaries to help healers grow sustainably while remaining true to themselves. She works both virtually and in-person across NY, FL, CT, and MA, serving LGBTQIA+ individuals, polyamorous and ENM communities, veterans, first responders, couples, and high-achieving adults facing burnout, trauma, grief, or major transitions. Kristina does not believe in a one-size-fits-all approach to healing. Her work is profound, guiding, and compassionate, and always rooted in truth, safety, and progress. "Therapy isn't about perfection. It's about nervous system safety, honest self-inquiry, and walking your path with integrity." CONNECT WITH KRISTINA IN ONE-CLICK https://www.instagram.com/limitless_integrative_wellness https://www.facebook.com/LimitlessIntegrativeWellnessCollective https://www.rootandrisecs.com/ https://www.instagram.com/rootandrisecs/ https://www.tiktok.com/@licensed_2_spill?_r=1&_t=ZT-91c62eOJDAl #RootAndRise #LimitlessIntegratedWellness #MentalHealth #PhysicalHealth #EmotionalHealth #HolisticHealth #MentalWealth #MindSpa #KristinaScaglione #FeMetis #AngieGiltner

March 16, 2026Episode 828 min

Lynn Harris: Punchlines, Power Plays, and the Art of Changing Culture

Lynn Harris is a culture-shifting producer, award-winning journalist, and author/co-author of six books. Her comedy and campaigns for social justice and gender equity have changed laws and conversations from Capitol Hill to NASCAR. She is founder and CEO of GOLD Comedy: the comedy school, professional network, and content studio where women and non-binary creators grow their comedy careers, build powerful communities, and make funny stuff. Harris co-created Breakup Girl (acquired by Oxygen), one of the first multiplatform internet success stories, and co-hosted, with Ginna Green, The Forward's A Bintel Brief: The Podcast. Lynn served as the first VP of communications at global human rights group Breakthrough, where her blend of humor and advocacy powered some of the team's most effective U.S. campaigns. She has also worked as a Tonya Harding lookalike, which is a long story. CONNECT WITH LYNN IN ONE-CLICK Enjoy her comedy https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qIuuv2VrgNQ https://goldcomedy.com/ Evergreen info GOLD Comedy is the comedy school, professional network, and content studio where women, non-binary creators, and other "others" build their comedy careers, join a powerful community, and make funny stuff that gets seen on all kinds of stages and screens. Unlimited classes, community, shows, and more, all online. Join from anywhere, anytime!club.goldcomedy.com Explore here. → [club.goldcomedy.com ] Follow on Instagram @goldcomedy. Upcoming classes Build and Pitch Any Idea with Ryan Cunningham (starts June 22) Learn more here. → [https://club.goldcomedy.com/plans/1971932?bundle_token=085f484b6f6e5b49e5baae0395876d5e&utm_source=manual] #LynnHarris #GoldComedy #Nonbinary #Creators #Women #AngieGiltner #FeMetis #Humor #Comedy #Laugh #SocialJustice #GenderEquality

March 9, 2026Episode 710 min

Clarity Is a Weapon: How One Veteran Turned Chaos Into a Multi-Million-Dollar Impact with Chanda Coston

In today's episode, Chanda Coston shares a powerful message. Here's a message from Chanda to YOU! Business Strategist • Speaker • CEO of Chanda Co. • U.S. Navy Veteran I help entrepreneurs in the third quarter of life bring their dreams to life and build profitable, purpose-aligned businesses with clarity and confidence. I'm Chanda Coston — and I know what it feels like to rebuild from scratch. A U.S. Navy Veteran with over 20 years of leadership and project-management experience, I've led large-scale government and logistics operations, managed high-stakes deployments, and developed systems that have saved the U.S. Navy over $24M. But long before that, I rebuilt my life from profound hardship — including poverty, early motherhood, domestic abuse, and a life-changing turning point in young adulthood that forced me to choose who I would become. Those experiences became the foundation of my work today. I transformed my story into a blueprint for clarity, strategy, and sustainable success — and now I help women do the same. My clients are high-capacity, purpose-driven women (especially 40+) who are ready for more, but exhausted by confusion, overwhelm, or lack of structure. Together, we replace chaos with clarity, realign purpose with strategy, and build businesses that honor their faith, capacity, and legacy. Through my signature Build to Blueprint™ accelerator, the Momentum Mastery Collective, and my clarity-driven frameworks, I guide entrepreneurs to move from guesswork to growth — and from ambition to predictable, purpose-aligned results. Education & Professional Credentials MA, Management & Leadership MA, Procurement & Acquisition Management BA, Psychology Graduate Certificate, Government Contracting PMP® — Project Management Professional Lean Six Sigma Black Belt (LSSBB) Business Qualifications Certified Woman-Owned Small Business (WOSB) Certified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) CONNECT WITH CHANDA IN ONE-CLICK https://www.chanda-co.com/contact-1 https://www.linkedin.com/in/chandacoston/ https://www.chanda-co.com/ #ChandaCoston #ChandaCo #BuildToBlueprint #MomentumMasteryCollective #FeMetis #AngieGiltner

March 4, 2026Episode 3718 min

Visibility is Stability: How The Pool Theory Builds Brand Momentum with Tiffany Muehlbauer

📖 Description: Tiffany Muehlbauer, founder and CEO of Arma Communications and author of The Pool Theory, joins us to reveal why waiting for the "perfect moment" to speak is a brand-killer. With over 20 years helping companies communicate with clarity, confidence, and authority, Tiffany shows leaders how consistent, authentic visibility creates stability, trust, and momentum before a crisis ever hits. From infrastructure to tech, her insights prove that brands who move with intention don't just survive, they thrive. Learn how to stay in motion, stand out, and protect your brand when it matters most. 🔑 Key Takeaways: Visibility is stability: Consistent communication builds trust before it's tested. Stop waiting: Perfection is the enemy of momentum, action creates impact. Proactive vs. reactive: Brands that speak early and often avoid crisis-driven messaging. Integrated strategies matter: Coordinated communication across channels amplifies authority. Movement protects your brand: Staying active in conversations positions your company as a leader, not a follower. #BrandVisibility #ThePoolTheory #CorporateCommunications #LeadershipStrategy #BrandMomentum #AuthenticLeadership #VisibilityIsStability #ProactiveBranding #CEOInsights #CommunicationStrategy #TiffanyMuehlbauer #FeMetis #AngieGiltner #ArmaCommunications CONNECT WITH TIFFANY IN ONE-CLICK Take advantage of Tiffany's generous offer, complimentary access to her The Pool Theory book, click here. Email: tiffany@armacommunications.com Website: armacommunications.com