Get ready to meet DJ Lily Jade, a 11-year-old Forbes 30 Under 30 honoree, DJ, author, and radio host who is already changing the game. In this episode of Building Doors, Lily shares how she’s using her voice, her talent, and her courage to open doors—not just for herself, but for everyone coming up behind her.

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In this episode, host Christy Harst sits down with Ally Eclarin, co-founder of Cleveland’s first women’s sports bar, The W, and co-creator of State Champs, the sports-coffee shop and streetwear brand reimagining how women’s sports show up in culture.

Ally opens up about the pushback she faced bringing these concepts to life, the community that rallied behind them, and the powerful stories she hears from patrons who finally feel seen. It’s a conversation about representation, risk-taking, and building spaces where women’s sports are not just watched, but celebrated.

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The W Sports Bar

Marketing executive Kyong Coleman unpacks the world behind the ads we hear every day. This episode explores why brands often default to male voices, the complex process behind creating a commercial, and why different industries make distinct creative choices. The conversation also touches on AI, its impact on voiceover, and strategies for voice actors to stand out in a changing landscape. Insightful and full of perspective, this episode is a deep dive into the voices shaping media.

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Olympic gold medalist and Team USA flag football star Izzy Geraci joins podcast host Christy Harst to talk about carving out space for women in a sport that’s breaking barriers and gaining momentum. From balancing life as a pro athlete to handling online critics and inspiring the next generation of girls in flag football, Izzy brings honesty, humor, and heart to this powerful conversation about grit, growth, and what it really means to build space.

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In this powerful episode of Building Doors, Christy sits down with voice actors Terry Briscoe, Dee Alvis, and Doug Bartling — three incredible talents who are breaking barriers and redefining what’s possible in the industry. Together, they open up about the mental health and physical challenges that come with being a disabled voice actor, sharing personal stories of resilience, creativity, and determination. It’s an inspiring and humbling conversation that reminds us of the strength behind every voice and the importance of inclusion in every industry.

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Professional jockey Katie Davis joins Building Doors to share what it’s really like to be a woman in one of the most male-dominated sports in the world. Bold, authentic, and unapologetic, Katie opens up about gender inequality in racing, the moments that shocked her, and the resilience it takes to keep showing up.

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Join host Christy Harst and guest Jason Veazey as they explore the intersection of creativity, casting, and gender representation—covering everything from sports promos to blue-collar advertising and why a woman’s voice can disrupt the norm and drive engagement.

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In our first video edition of the Building Doors Podcast, host Christy Harst sits down with Gina Kelly, a lifelong soccer fan leading the charge to bring more women into every part of sports.

From helping drive Cleveland’s bid for an NWSL team to launching a new WPSL Pro team in Northeast Ohio, Gina is creating pathways for women not just as players, but as fans, leaders, and community builders. She also shares how events like The Kickout street soccer tournament are inspiring girls, women, and families to see themselves in the game.

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Cleveland Soccer Group (co-founders Michael Murphy & Nolan Gallagher)

W Sports Bar

Harness Cycle

Play Gap Sports

The Kickout

North Coast Harbor/Yard