🎧 Introducing "Women Like Me Stories & Business" - The Inspiring Business and Story Podcast by Julie Fairhurst! 🎙️ Julie Fairhurst is a speaker, movement leader, and the force behind Women Like Me. She doesn’t just host conversations, she pulls truth out of the places most people hide it. As the founder of Women Like Me, she has helped hundreds of women tell the stories they thought they’d take to their grave, and turn them into something powerful. This isn’t about writing. It’s about being seen.
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August 22, 2026Episode 27344 min
You’re Not Broken: How to Heal and Reclaim Your Power | Jennifer Wilde Gee
Send us Fan Mail What if you are not broken, and healing begins when you stop believing that you need to be fixed? In this honest and uplifting conversation, Julie Fairhurst speaks with self-leadership coach and Associate Pranic Healer Jennifer Wilde Gee about healing, personal transformation, and learning to trust yourself again . Jennifer shares how our challenges can disconnect us from our inner strength and why self-leadership is essential as we prepare to reclaim our lives. This episode explores the connection among emotional healing, energy, self-awareness, and the courage to move forward without all the answers. Reach out to Jennifer: https://www.instagram.com/lighthousehealing_bytruenorth?igsh=MWIxOWwyNmM0dTVtcA== https://www.facebook.com/share/1EdhSLq8y8/ www.Thelighthousehealing.ca If this conversation stirred something in you… good . That’s where change begins. Make sure you’re subscribed , share this with someone who needs it, and if you’re ready to tell your story, step into your voice, or build a life that actually feels like yours… You’re in the right place. I’m Julie Fairhurst , and this is where stories turn into power. Go to my website if you would like to be a guest on the Women Like Me Stories & Business in the toolbar click Let's Podcast Julie's Website
August 20, 2026Episode 27239 min
Why the World Still Needs Stories | Award-Winning Playwright Elise Wilk
Send us Fan Mail Why does the world still need stories, and what can theatre reveal about who we are? In this thoughtful conversation, Julie Fairhurst speaks with award-winning Romanian playwright Elise Wilk about writing, creativity, theatre and the power of storytelling to help us see ourselves and one another more clearly. Elise shares her journey as a playwright, the experiences that shape her work, and why meaningful stories remain essential in an increasingly disconnected world. This conversation will inspire writers, storytellers, and women who know they have something important to say but may still be searching for the courage to say it. Elise is an award-winning Romanian playwright whose work has been translated into 13 languages. She also teaches playwriting at the University of Arts in Târgu Mureș. Learn more about Elise and find her books here: https://wilkauthor.com/ If this conversation stirred something in you… good . That’s where change begins. Make sure you’re subscribed , share this with someone who needs it, and if you’re ready to tell your story, step into your voice, or build a life that actually feels like yours… You’re in the right place. I’m Julie Fairhurst , and this is where stories turn into power. Go to my website if you would like to be a guest on the Women Like Me Stories & Business in the toolbar click Let's Podcast Julie's Website
Send us Fan Mail What happens when you are not simply tired, but emotionally depleted in a way that rest alone cannot repair? In this powerful episode of Women Like Me Stories & Business, Julie Fairhurst speaks with Dr. Lorea MartĂnez about burnout recovery, emotional intelligence, purpose, and what it means to lead without losing yourself. Many capable women become so accustomed to carrying responsibility that they stop recognizing the signs of emotional exhaustion. They keep working, caring, achieving, and pushing through until their bodies, relationships, or sense of purpose begin to ask for something different. Dr. Lorea MartĂnez is an author, speaker, and founder of HEART in Mind . Her research-backed work helps individuals and organizations develop emotional intelligence, recover from burnout, and build lives and workplaces rooted in greater connection, clarity, and purpose. She is the author of Living with the HEART in Mind, a practical guide to healing from burnout and cultivating purpose. Learn more about Dr. Lorea MartĂnez: Website URL: https://loreamartinez.com/ New book: https://books2read.com/livingwiththeheartinmind Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/loreamartinezSEL/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/loreamartinez/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drloreamartinez Subscribe to Women Like Me Stories & Business for honest conversations about women’s lives, healing, leadership, business, visibility, and the experiences that shape who we become. If this conversation stirred something in you, share it with another woman who may be tired of being told to simply push through. If this conversation stirred something in you… good . That’s where change begins. Make sure you’re subscribed , share this with someone who needs it, and if you’re ready to tell your story, step into your voice, or build a life that actually feels like yours… You’re in the right place. I’m Julie Fairhurst , and this is where stories turn into power. Go to my website if you would like to be a guest on the Women Like Me Stories & Business in the toolbar click Let's Podcast Julie's Website
August 14, 2026Episode 27036 min
How She Built an Organic Tequila Brand That Helps Save Animals | Pamela Maria De La Luz
Send us Fan Mail Pamela Maria De La Luz spent more than 20 years in the tequila industry before turning her experience, heritage, and love for animals into AgaveLuz Organic Tequila. In this inspiring conversation, Pamela shares how she created an authentic, additive-free organic tequila brand rooted in traditional Mexican craftsmanship. She also reveals the setbacks behind launching a physical product, the importance of building a purpose-driven business, and how every entrepreneur can connect profit with meaningful impact. Discover how one female founder turned a dream into a premium tequila brand that supports animal rescue—and why she believes giving up is never an option. Learn more about AgaveLuz Organic Tequila : https://agaveluz.com/ If this conversation stirred something in you… good . That’s where change begins. Make sure you’re subscribed , share this with someone who needs it, and if you’re ready to tell your story, step into your voice, or build a life that actually feels like yours… You’re in the right place. I’m Julie Fairhurst , and this is where stories turn into power. Go to my website if you would like to be a guest on the Women Like Me Stories & Business in the toolbar click Let's Podcast Julie's Website
August 13, 2026Episode 26944 min
Why Men Pull Away in Marriage, and How to Rebuild Connection | Jeanell Greene
Send us Fan Mail Why do men become distant in marriage, and why do women often feel they must control everything? Relationship Rebuild Expert Jeanell Greene joins Julie Fairhurst for an honest conversation about communication, emotional disconnection, trust, respect, intimacy, and how couples can rebuild a struggling marriage. Jeanell is a Relationship Rebuild Expert who helps men and couples strengthen marriage, leadership, and trust. Communication Skills That Actually Work. Just communicate more” isn’t the answer. What works is learning: * how to stay calm under pressure * how to speak without triggering defensiveness * how to listen without shutting down These are real communication skills for men—not theory. You don’t need more talking - you need to remove the barriers to connection, because love isn’t something you chase; it’s something that shows up when the walls come down. Connect with Jeanell Greene: www.saveourmarriage.ca https://www.facebook.com/JeanellGreene7 https://www.youtube.com/@jeanellgreene If this conversation stirred something in you… good . That’s where change begins. Make sure you’re subscribed , share this with someone who needs it, and if you’re ready to tell your story, step into your voice, or build a life that actually feels like yours… You’re in the right place. I’m Julie Fairhurst , and this is where stories turn into power. Go to my website if you would like to be a guest on the Women Like Me Stories & Business in the toolbar click Let's Podcast Julie's Website
August 10, 2026Episode 26744 min
From Flint to Starbucks: Wanda Herndon on Leadership, Courage & Claiming Your Voice
Send us Fan Mail What does it take to rise from a working-class neighborhood in Flint, Michigan, to become a senior executive at three Fortune 500 companies—including Senior Vice President of Global Communications at Starbucks? In this powerful episode of Women Like Me Stories & Business , Julie Fairhurst speaks with award-winning communications leader, author, entrepreneur, and mentor Wanda Herndon about courage, authentic leadership, career advancement, and finding your voice in rooms where you may be underestimated. Wanda shares how she learned to exceed expectations without changing who she was, build relationships in corporate environments, communicate through difficult moments, and become the CEO of her own life. In this conversation, you’ll discover: • How to speak confidently in powerful rooms • Why women must claim their place instead of waiting for permission • What Fortune 500 companies taught Wanda about leadership • How communication helped build the Starbucks brand globally • Why authentic leaders bring other women with them • How to turn rejection, setbacks, and “no” into a new direction • What it means to be fearless, strategic, and true to yourself Wanda is also the author of Breaking Glass: One Woman’s Fight to Belong and to Lead, a story of perseverance, possibility, and rising beyond other people’s expectations. If you have ever questioned whether you belong, this conversation will remind you: you were invited into the room for a reason. Take your seat. Use your voice. Claim your spot. Subscribe for more honest conversations about women in business, leadership, confidence, visibility, personal growth, and the stories that shape our lives. CONNECT WITH WANDA: https://www.wcommgroup.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/wanda-herndon-b4794019 If this conversation stirred something in you… good . That’s where change begins. Make sure you’re subscribed , share this with someone who needs it, and if you’re ready to tell your story, step into your voice, or build a life that actually feels like yours… You’re in the right place. I’m Julie Fairhurst , and this is where stories turn into power. Go to my website if you would like to be a guest on the Women Like Me Stories & Business in the toolbar click Let's Podcast Julie's Website
August 9, 2026Episode 26645 min
IT'S NEVER TOO LATE | JENNIFER ANN JOHNSTON
Send us Fan Mail How do you find your voice, rebuild your confidence, and begin again when you believe it may be too late? In this inspiring episode of Women Like Me Stories & Business , Julie Fairhurst speaks with speaker, author, entrepreneur, small-business coach and podcast host Jennifer Ann Johnson. Jennifer shares how she learned to trust her own voice, speak confidently in rooms where she once questioned whether she belonged, and return to college in her 50s. Her story is a powerful reminder that confidence is not something we are simply born with—it is a skill we can build through practice. Julie and Jennifer also discuss overcoming the fear of judgment, rebuilding after setbacks, and developing resilience without pretending to be strong all the time. Jennifer introduces her practical GRIT framework: G — Ground yourself in your core values R — Reframe what is happening I — Identify the next right step T — Find your tribe Jennifer also explains why your voice is one of your greatest business tools. Whether you are speaking publicly, writing marketing content or using artificial intelligence in your business, your message must still sound like you. Your voice is part of your brand, and nobody can represent your story and vision as authentically as you can. In this conversation, you will discover: • How to find and trust your voice • Why confidence grows through practice • How to overcome fear of criticism and judgment • Why it is never too late to return to school or follow a dream • How to rebuild confidence after a setback • The four steps in Jennifer’s GRIT framework • How to decide whether to persevere or change direction • Why resilience does not mean being strong all the time • How your everyday actions create a ripple effect • Why your authentic voice matters in business If you have been wondering whether you have waited too long, Jennifer’s message is for you: every day offers another opportunity to begin. www.jenniferannjohnson.com www.truefashionistas.com If this conversation stirred something in you… good . That’s where change begins. Make sure you’re subscribed , share this with someone who needs it, and if you’re ready to tell your story, step into your voice, or build a life that actually feels like yours… You’re in the right place. I’m Julie Fairhurst , and this is where stories turn into power. Go to my website if you would like to be a guest on the Women Like Me Stories & Business in the toolbar click Let's Podcast Julie's Website
August 7, 2026Episode 26839 min
Why Women Get Overlooked in Business — and How to Change It | Catherine Lang-Cline
Send us Fan Mail Why do talented, hardworking women continue to be overlooked in business? Award-winning CEO and author Catherine Lang-Cline says it is not because women lack ability. It is because many women were taught to be quiet, work harder, wait their turn, and hope someone eventually recognizes their value. Meanwhile, the real decisions are being made in rooms they have not yet learned how to enter. In this powerful episode of Women Like Me Stories & Business , Julie Fairhurst speaks with Catherine about the unwritten rules of business, women in leadership, financial confidence, strategic networking, and what it took to build and sell a multimillion-dollar company. Catherine is the author of The Rules of the Game for Women in Business: A Playbook to Become the Leader You Were Born to Be . She reveals how women can stop waiting for permission, communicate their value, build influential relationships, and confidently claim their place at the table. In this episode, you’ll discover: • Why hard work alone does not guarantee recognition • How women can stop being the “doer” and become the leader • Why women should speak openly about their accomplishments • How relationships and strategic networking create opportunities • Why asking for more money is not selfish • How to stop apologizing for your ambition and success • Why delegation is essential for business growth • What Catherine learned from building a multimillion-dollar company • Why “no” may simply mean “not yet” • What it means when Catherine says, “No one is coming to save us” • How to outgrow people without apologizing for changing • Why women must stop waiting and begin building what they want now This conversation is for female entrepreneurs, women in leadership, business owners, professionals, and every woman who knows she is capable of more—but is tired of waiting for someone else to notice. You do not have to become someone else to succeed. But you do need to understand the game, use your voice, build the right relationships, and walk into the room knowing you belong there. Learn more about Catherine, her coaching, and The Rules of the Game for Women in Business on her official website : https://catherinelangcline.com/ https://langcline.substack.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/catherinelangcline/ Subscribe to Women Like Me Stories & Business for honest conversations about women in business, leadership, sales confidence, visibility, personal growth, and the stories that shape our lives. If this conversation stirred something in you… good . That’s where change begins. Make sure you’re subscribed , share this with someone who needs it, and if you’re ready to tell your story, step into your voice, or build a life that actually feels like yours… You’re in the right place. I’m Julie Fairhurst , and this is where stories turn into power. Go to my website if you would like to be a guest on the Women Like Me Stories & Business in the toolbar click Let's Podcast Julie's Website
August 6, 2026Episode 26541 min
How to Rebuild Your Life After Loss | Dr. Lynn Banis
Send us Fan Mail What do you do with the rest of your life when the future you expected suddenly disappears? In this deeply moving episode of Women Like Me Stories & Business , Julie Fairhurst speaks with Dr. Lynn Banis about grief, identity loss, widowhood, major life transitions, and how women can begin rebuilding their lives after devastating change. Within three years, Lynn lost her mother, her younger brother, and her husband. These losses did more than break her heart; they changed her relationships, motivation, identity, and sense of purpose. Despite her extensive background in human behavior and coaching, Lynn discovered that grief could not be solved through knowledge alone. This conversation is for the woman who survived the immediate crisis but is still quietly wondering: • Who am I now? • Why am I so exhausted and unmotivated? • Will I ever experience joy again? • Is it wrong to laugh, travel, date, or build a business after loss? • What do I do with the rest of my life? Julie and Lynn also discuss an important truth: grief is not limited to death. Divorce, retirement, job loss, becoming an empty nester, losing a relationship, and watching an expected future disappear can all leave a woman grieving the person she used to be. In this episode, you will learn: • Why grief can feel like laziness or lack of motivation • What happens when the world expects you to “be better” • How self-limiting beliefs can block your next chapter • Why women sometimes feel guilty for experiencing joy again • How divorce, retirement, and job loss affect identity • When professional mental health support may be needed • How to stop allowing the past to control your future • Why connection with other women matters during reinvention • One small action you can take to reconnect with yourself • How grief can eventually lead to renewed purpose Moving forward does not mean forgetting the people or life you lost. It means allowing yourself to carry the love, lessons, and memories with you as you begin creating what comes next. Your life is not over. You still have value, purpose, and chapters waiting to be written. ABOUT DR. LYNN BANIS Dr. Lynn Banis is a transformational guide, grief mentor, speaker, and the founder of Women Rising Together. Drawing from her background in human behavior, decades of coaching experience, and her own journey through profound loss, Lynn helps women move through grief, reconnect with their identities, and create meaningful new lives filled with purpose, connection, and joy. Connect with Dr. Lynn Banis: Women Rising Together: https://womenrisingtogether.org/ Community and resources: https://app.widowsrisingtogether.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lynn-banis-36987b2aa/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/banislynn/ If this conversation stirred something in you… good . That’s where change begins. Make sure you’re subscribed , share this with someone who needs it, and if you’re ready to tell your story, step into your voice, or build a life that actually feels like yours… You’re in the right place. I’m Julie Fairhurst , and this is where stories turn into power. Go to my website if you would like to be a guest on the Women Like Me Stories & Business in the toolbar click Let's Podcast Julie's Website
August 5, 2026Episode 26435 min
How to Let Go of Guilt and Regret After Loss | Stephanie Renner
Send us Fan Mail How do you let go of guilt and regret after losing someone you love? And is it possible to move forward without feeling as though you are leaving them behind? In this deeply honest episode of Women Like Me Stories & Business, Julie Fairhurst speaks with Stephanie Renner about grief, suicide loss, caregiving guilt, self-forgiveness, and finding the freedom to live fully again. Over six years, Stephanie experienced the sudden loss of her father, the emotional weight of caring for her mother through Alzheimer’s disease, and the devastating loss of her 18-year-old son, Jordan, to suicide. After Jordan’s death, Stephanie found herself trapped in the painful questions so many grieving mothers carry: • What if I had noticed something? • What if I had done more? • What if one different decision could have changed everything? Stephanie shares why these “what-ifs” can feel like carrying a backpack filled with bricks—and how releasing them does not mean releasing the person you loved. This conversation explores: • How to stop blaming yourself after a traumatic loss • Why regret becomes so powerful during grief • The hidden guilt experienced by caregivers • What genuine grief support looks like • How to move forward without “moving on” • Why healing does not require superhuman strength • How pain can become purpose • The difference between honoring someone and punishing yourself • Stephanie’s Regret to Resilience Method™ • The legacy Jordan left in only 18 years Stephanie Renner is a keynote speaker, writer, attorney, nonprofit founder, and creator of The Regret to Resilience Method™. Her work helps people release guilt, shame, and unresolved regret after trauma or loss so they can move forward with renewed purpose. Learn more about Stephanie If you are carrying guilt over something you could not control, please hear this: moving forward is not a betrayal. You are allowed to carry the love without carrying the punishment. Reach out to Stephanie: https://www.stephanierennerspeaks.com/ https://www.stephanierennerspeaks.com/podcastoffer https://gillysfriends.com/ Subscribe to Women Like Me Stories & Business for honest conversations about women’s lives, healing, courage, business, visibility, and the stories that shape us. If this conversation stirred something in you… good . That’s where change begins. Make sure you’re subscribed , share this with someone who needs it, and if you’re ready to tell your story, step into your voice, or build a life that actually feels like yours… You’re in the right place. I’m Julie Fairhurst , and this is where stories turn into power. Go to my website if you would like to be a guest on the Women Like Me Stories & Business in the toolbar click Let's Podcast Julie's Website
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