Maddie Stambaugh is a middle school art teacher by day... But she takes on another big job during her free time. As a 22-time marathoner, Maddie shares her passion for physical fitness and long distance running. She shares tips on how to balance a healthy mindset when setting up a training plan, as well as giving yourself grace when you're not in the mood. A lot can be learned from Maddie as a female athlete who is driven by her passion to break barriers and challenge herself every day.

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Wendall Churchill is the author of "Confessions of Madness: My Journey with Mental Illness," which shares her 30-year journey with Bipolar I disorder. In this episode, she discusses what Bipolar I disorder is, how it affects her and how it has affected her life. She also discusses the cost of care, her experience in both private and public mental health institutions and run-ins with law enforcement. But most importantly, Wendall shares the lesson of saying "I HAVE Bipolar disorder" instead of "I AM Bipolar."

Please note that this episode contains graphic descriptions of suicidal thoughts. Listener discretion is advised.

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Michelle Zamperetti is the founder and CEO of Zamperetti Consulting. But the journey that led her to becoming a resilient female professional is one filled with challenges and lessons learned. In this episode, Michelle shares how she rebranded herself, overcame unexpected difficulties and found a professional life that makes her happy. She'll also share tips on how you can channel your inner resilience, especially in the workplace.

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Crystal Marie Stewart has been acting on stage for as long as she can remember. From the classic, cheesy children's musicals at church to the professional Warehouse Theatre in Greenville, SC, Crystal thrives on stage. In this episode, she talks more about her decision to pursue acting professionally and what her plans are for the future. We also dive into the recent Golden Globe and Oscars nominations... what they accomplished and what they didn't accomplish.

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Please note that this episode contains graphic descriptions of workplace sexual harassment. Listener discretion is advised.

Stephanie used to think she would go into a marketing career when she was younger. But her mom encouraged her to pursue math and science. Now, Stephanie has two degrees in chemical engineering and actively advocates for more young girls and women to enter into STEM careers. In this episode, we talk about Stephanie's career as a remediation engineer and her experience as a woman of color in a male-dominated industry.

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Cariel loves to sing. And her stunning voice will surely stop you in your tracks. An immigrant from Antigua, Cariel is using her voice to help support her way through graduate school in the United States. In this episode, you'll hear more about Cariel's story and how she uses her voice to reach her dreams. You'll also hear about how Cariel has fared since COVID-19 hit the United States.

Reverend Hillary Taylor supports the Second Amendment of the United States Constitution. But she also acknowledges that there is a problem with gun-related suicide across the country. This is what led Rev. Taylor to initiate a gun buyback program in the rural town of Saluda, South Carolina. Learn more about Hillary's story with her own faith, and how she's bridging the gap between faith and gun violence.

*Listener discretion is advised. This episode discusses topics related to mental health and gun-related suicide.*

Renee Bracey Sherman, also known as the Beyoncé of Abortion Storytelling, has a few things she wants to say about the right to choose. On this episode of She+, Renee shares her own abortion story. But she also shares the realities that women, trans men and non-binary people face when trying to access abortion care. Whether she's driving someone across state lines to access better medical care or holding someone's hand during the procedure because they 're alone, Renee is passionate about abortion equity.

*Please be advised that this episode highlights personal reflections on abortion, so please be cautious if this is a sensitive subject for you.*