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 Your energy, beliefs, and support systems will often affect your ability to attract vibrant wealth, health, and happiness into your life. Host, Katana Abbott, CFP® CSA, CSSCS, Retirement Income Coach, founder of The Midlife Millionaire® Solution and the Smart Women Companies is here to address cutting-edge topics and bring you bestselling authors and thought-leaders, so you can live with more purpose, passion, and prosperity! www.JoinSmartWomen.com

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Episodes
  • Who Will Take Care of Me When I'm Old? with Joy Loverde

    Who Will Take Care of Me When I'm Old? with Joy Loverde
    Nov 9 2026
    Who Will Be There When You Need Help?

    We've all thought about who we would turn to in a time of need. But have we taken the steps to make sure that support will be there?

    In this encore episode of Smart Women Talk, Katana welcomes Joy Loverde, nationally recognized eldercare expert and author of The Complete Eldercare Planner and Who Will Take Care of Me When I'm Old?, for an eye-opening conversation about planning for the future—before the future makes decisions for us.

    You'll discover:
    • Why having a spouse or children doesn't necessarily guarantee support as you age.
    • How to start important conversations with loved ones without creating stress or conflict.
    • Practical ways to build a reliable network of friends, family, and trusted professionals.
    • How to prepare for the future when family lives far away—or you don't have children.
    • Simple steps you can take today to protect your independence and peace of mind.
    Planning for the years ahead isn't about worrying about what might happen. It's about taking control of your choices, strengthening your relationships, and creating the support system you deserve.
    Tune in for an empowering conversation that could change the way you think about your future!

    Joy Loverde is a nationally recognized expert on successful aging, eldercare, and family caregiving. A bestselling author, keynote speaker, and consultant with more than 30 years of experience, Joy helps individuals and families navigate the challenges of aging with confidence and practical solutions.

    She is the author of The Complete Eldercare Planner and Who Will Take Care of Me When I'm Old? Her expertise has been featured on the TODAY Show, Good Morning America, NPR, and in The Wall Street Journal and The New York Times.

    To learn more about Joy, visit whereyoulivematters.com.

    Disclaimer: The information shared in this program is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be considered medical, legal, financial, or other professional advice. The views and opinions expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of Smart Women Talk or its host. Listeners are encouraged to consult qualified professionals regarding their individual circumstances before making important decisions.
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    31 mins
  • Killing Breast Cancer Before it Kills You with Dr. David Strahle

    Killing Breast Cancer Before it Kills You with Dr. David Strahle
    Oct 27 2026
    What if a different approach to breast screening could find cancers that mammograms may miss?
    Long before becoming a physician, Dr. David Strahle was an avid pilot and flight instructor studying how aircraft radar could penetrate dense clouds that obscured severe thunderstorms. Decades later, he recognized a strikingly similar challenge in medicine: dense breast tissue can obscure cancers on mammograms.

    That insight led Dr. Strahle to investigate the role of breast MRI in detecting cancers earlier. His research and advocacy focus on screening effectiveness, affordability and expanding women’s access to choices beyond a traditional annual mammogram.
    Join Dr. Strahle and Katana as they discuss:
    • Why some breast cancers may be missed by mammograms
    • How breast MRI differs from mammography and where it may offer advantages
    • What his research suggests about earlier detection and potential cost considerations
    • His proposal to give Michigan women an insurance-covered choice between annual mammography and breast MRI every other year
    • What women can ask their physicians about their personal screening needs and options

    Why This Matters:
    Women deserve clear information about the strengths and limitations of available screening tools. Dr. Strahle’s work invites a broader conversation about earlier detection, informed choice and the future of breast cancer screening.

    Research Resource:
    Dr. Strahle’s published research: https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s10549-017-4112-0


    David Strahle, MD, is a retired diagnostic radiologist and former CEO of Regional Medical Imaging in Michigan. His work in breast imaging has focused on improving breast cancer detection, particularly for women with dense breast tissue.

    Dr. Strahle led research into abbreviated breast MRI, exploring whether a shorter MRI protocol could provide a more accessible approach to breast cancer screening. His research on a rapid breast MRI protocol was published in the medical literature after several years of study and development.

    An avid pilot and flight instructor, Dr. Strahle traces his interest in imaging through dense breast tissue to an unlikely source: his early work with aviation radar. In 1969, he wrote a research paper examining radar's ability to penetrate dense clouds obscuring severe thunderstorms—an experience he later connected to the challenge of detecting cancers obscured by dense breast tissue on mammograms.

    To learn more about Regional Medical Imaging, visit www.rmipc.net.

    DISCLAIMER: This program is provided for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice or as a substitute for professional medical care. The views and information shared by guests are their own and may not reflect current medical guidelines or the views of Smart Women Talk. Breast cancer screening recommendations vary based on age, breast density, personal and family history, individual risk factors, and other considerations. Always discuss your individual screening needs and options with a qualified healthcare professional.
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    21 mins
  • What Every Woman Should Know About Breast Density with Leslie Ferris Yerger

    What Every Woman Should Know About Breast Density with Leslie Ferris Yerger
    Oct 9 2026
    Do you know your breast density and why it matters?

    Leslie Ferris Yerger received an “all clear” mammogram and ultrasound, yet was diagnosed with Stage IV breast cancer in November 2017. Her experience exposed a critical gap in breast cancer screening that many women still do not understand: dense breast tissue can make cancer more difficult to see on a mammogram.

    Determined to keep other women from experiencing the same devastating surprise, Leslie founded the nonprofit My Density Matters. Today, she is a TEDx speaker, author of Probably Benign and a passionate advocate helping women learn their breast density, understand their screening options and speak up for the additional care they may need.

    Join Leslie and Katana as they discuss:
    • What breast density is and why every woman should know her density
    • How dense breast tissue can affect what a mammogram reveals
    • What questions to ask and what next steps to consider if you have dense breasts
    • How to advocate for yourself if you have difficulty obtaining the screening you need
    • Resources available through My Density Matters

    Why This Matters:
    Many women assume that an “all clear” mammogram means there is nothing more to consider. Leslie’s story reminds us that understanding our breast density and knowing which questions to ask can be an essential part of protecting our health.

    Free Resource:
    My Density Matters offers education and tools to help women understand breast density and discuss screening options with their healthcare providers: https://mydensitymatters.org/

    Leslie’s book, Probably Benign: https://www.probablybenign.com/

    Leslie Ferris Yerger is a TEDx speaker, author of Probably Benign, and women’s health advocate dedicated to improving breast cancer screening awareness. In November 2017, Leslie was diagnosed with Stage IV breast cancer just two months after receiving an “all clear” mammogram and ultrasound. Her experience with dense breasts and delayed detection became the catalyst for her advocacy work.

    As Founder and CEO of the nonprofit My Density Matters, Leslie is committed to empowering women to know their breast density, understand their screening options, and advocate for the additional screening they may need. Her mission is simple but deeply personal: to help ensure that her story does not become someone else’s story.

    To learn more about Leslie, visit mydensitymatter.org.

    This program is provided for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice or as a substitute for professional medical care. The views and information shared by guests are their own and may not reflect current medical guidelines or the views of Smart Women Talk. Breast cancer screening recommendations vary based on age, breast density, personal and family history, individual risk factors, and other considerations. Always discuss your individual screening needs and options with a qualified healthcare professional.
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    27 mins
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