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In this episode of 60 Minutes With a Woman, host Sara Khliss sits down with Olga Alsias, CEO of Charmschool, a bold and provocative voice challenging women to rethink relationships, power, and personal responsibility.

Known for her unapologetic social media commentary, Olga creates “wake-up call” moments that push women to examine the patterns they repeat, the expectations they carry, and the truths they avoid. In this powerful conversation, she opens up about growing up in Soviet Russia, navigating divorce, financial empowerment, and the deeper realities behind modern relationship dynamics.

Episode Highlights

1️⃣ From Soviet Russia to CEO
Olga shares how growing up in the Soviet Union during the 1980s shaped her worldview, her resilience, and her understanding of power, security, and relationships.

2️⃣ Relationships, Culture & Hard Truths
A candid conversation about dating expectations, cultural mentalities, financial roles, and the provocative topics she discusses online.

3️⃣ Divorce, Resentment & Rebuilding
Olga speaks openly about her own divorce, why many women stay too long out of fear or guilt, and how to move from resentment to clarity and strength.

4️⃣ Money, Marriage & Independence
From the “capitalist ripple effect” of divorce to financial strategy and long-term security, Olga explains why financial literacy is essential for women.

5️⃣ The Unpopular Truths About Love
What patterns she sees most often in women seeking advice, the hardest truths she’s never afraid to say, and the first step a woman should take if she feels unsupported in her relationship.

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Charmschool
Tiktok: CharmSchoolCEO

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In this episode of 60 Minutes With a Woman, host Sara Khliss sits down with Merleyn, a recovering politician and former Oklahoma State Representative who chose integrity over power.

Serving in one of the most politically challenging environments in the country, Merleyn experienced firsthand what it means to stand for your values in a system that often pressures you to compromise them. In this honest and eye-opening conversation, she opens up about leadership, toxic political culture, walking away from public office, and redefining purpose on her own terms.

Episode Highlights

Meet Merleyn
Merleyn shares her background, what shaped her early sense of justice and service, and what inspired her to run for State Representative in Oklahoma.

The Reality of Politics
What surprised her most about the inner workings of the legislature, serving as a Democrat in a deeply conservative state, and the difference between how politics looks from the outside versus how it truly functions.

Women, Power & Hidden Pressures
A candid conversation about the unique challenges women face in politics, the invisible pressures, and the personal cost of navigating a male-dominated and often toxic environment.

Walking Away & Finding Belonging
Why she chose to leave public office, what it taught her about boundaries and self-respect, and how her bracelet business and “badges of belonging” became a new expression of purpose.

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https://linktr.ee/collectivechar

@charmcollectivedotnet

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In this episode of 60 Minutes With a Woman, host Sara Khliss sits down with Carmella, a rising TikTok creator, mother, and entrepreneur who has built a powerful platform by showing up authentically and sharing the parts of her story many are afraid to speak about.

Through raw storytelling and deep reflection, Carmella opens up about healing from childhood trauma, redefining beauty and self-worth, navigating motherhood after abuse, and using her voice to help other women feel seen, understood, and less alone.

Episode Highlights

Meet Carmella
Carmella shares more about her background and her story growing up.

Breaking the Silence on Childhood Abuse
A courageous and necessary conversation about surviving childhood abuse, the shame that keeps so many silent, and why raising awareness, even when it makes people uncomfortable, is essential for healing and protection.

Healing, Body Image & Self-Worth
Carmella reflects on her non-linear healing journey, opening up about body image struggles, OCD, as coping mechanisms, and the process of redefining beauty and worth on her own terms.

Surrogacy & Postpartum
How a difficult surrogacy journey and the postpartum period shaped her healing process, emotional resilience, and approach to motherhood, including navigating recovery, identity, and emotional well-being.

Resilience, Forgiveness & Purpose
Carmella shares her perspective on forgiveness, Hope, women supporting women, and the message she hopes every woman takes from her story.

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📱 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@carmellaelsass
📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/carmellaelsass/

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