Episodes

  • Your Story, Your Power – Owning Your Narrative with Kasia Flanagan, PhD. - Part 2
    Jan 12 2026

    In this episode of The FEW, 'Forum of Executive Women', hosted by Candace Langston and Amy Cunningham, the conversation continues from the last week's focus on women's voices and legacies. Joining them again is Dr. Kasia Flanagan, the founder of Everyday Legacies.

    The discussion dives into the significance of personal storytelling and how sharing one's story can be a healing process for both the storyteller and the listener. Dr. Flanagan explains the therapeutic benefits of remembering and sharing life experiences, highlighting the importance of connection and truth in narratives. The episode also covers practical tips on how to start documenting one's story, emphasizing simplicity and sincerity. The hosts share personal anecdotes and discuss the broader implications of storytelling for family legacy and business succession planning.


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    Recorded at The Newsstand Studios at Rockefeller Center.

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    21 mins
  • Her Voice, Our Legacy – Why Women’s Stories Matter with Kasia Flanagan , PhD. Part 1
    Jan 12 2026

    In this episode of The FEW, 'Forum of Executive Women', host Candace Langston and co-host Amy Cunningham, the focus is on 'Her Voice, Our Legacy, and Why Women's Stories Matter'. The discussion aims to provide clarity, encouragement, and tools for C-Suite women and aspiring leaders to integrate purpose into their leadership roles.

    Special guest Dr. Kasia Flanagan, founder of Everyday Legacies, shares her journey and mission to preserve the legacies of high-net worth-individuals. She emphasizes the importance of storytelling in fostering resilience, confidence, and identity. Through poignant personal anecdotes and professional insights, Dr. Flanagan highlights why women's stories are often overlooked and how they shape culture. The episode concludes with a light-hearted rapid-fire round of personal questions.


    Find Amy Cunningham

    Find Candace Langston

    Find Dr. Kasia Flanagan, PhD:

    Linkedin

    Instagram


    Questions or comments, we'd love to hear from you...send us a text!

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    Recorded at The Newsstand Studios at Rockefeller Center.

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    21 mins
  • Demystifying Executive Presence: The Science Behind Leadership
    Dec 29 2025

    In this episode of The FEW, 'Forum of Executive Women', hosts Candace Langston and co-host Amy Cunningham delve into the concept of executive presence, discussing its essential components including gravitas, communication, and appearance. They aim to simplify the often ambiguous term by exploring practical habits and scientific research, referencing expert Sylvia Ann Hewlett's three pillars of executive presence. The discussion includes myth-busting segments about confidence, emotional intelligence, and authenticity in leadership, and offers actionable tips for building executive presence through body language, strategic communication, and decision-making.


    Find Amy Cunningham:

    www.linkedin.com/in/amy-cunningham-leadership-dev

    Find Candace Langston:

    https://www.linkedin.com/in/candacelangston/


    Questions or comments, we'd love to hear from you...send us a text!

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    Recorded at The Newsstand Studios at Rockefeller Center.

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    26 mins
  • Bending Without Breaking: Exploring Resilience in Women
    Dec 29 2025

    In this episode of The FEW, 'Forum of Executive Women', hosts Candace Langston and Amy Cunningham dive into the concept of resilience, particularly for women. They discuss how resilience is not about being unbreakable but about bending without breaking, highlighting that resilience often looks messy rather than graceful. The hosts break down the five pillars of resilience—physical, spiritual, social, psychological, and vocational—and provide practical, evidence-based tools to enhance resilience. They also address the unique pressures women in leadership and finance face, including double burdens and mom guilt. The episode underscores the importance of self-compassion, setting boundaries, knowing your purpose, and asking for help as key strategies for building resilience. The show aims to create a support system for executive women, emphasizing that resilience is a team sport.


    Find Amy Cunningham:

    www.linkedin.com/in/amy-cunningham-leadership-dev

    Find Candace Langston:

    https://www.linkedin.com/in/candacelangston/


    Questions or comments, we'd love to hear from you...send us a text!

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    Recorded at The Newsstand Studios at Rockefeller Center.

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    25 mins
  • Owning Your Greatness: Overcoming Imposter Syndrome - Part 2
    Dec 15 2025

    In this episode of The FEW, 'Forum of Executive Women', hosted by Candace Langston and Amy Cunningham at Newsstand Studios in Rockefeller Plaza, the discussion on imposter syndrome continues. The hosts dive into how to recognize and overcome imposter syndrome by sharing personal stories and effective tools. Key strategies include recognizing the imposter syndrome voice, keeping a 'brag journal,' practicing self-compassion, and changing thought patterns through positive affirmations. They also emphasize the importance of a supportive community and role models, ending with a challenge for listeners to write down three daily wins for 21 days and share one on LinkedIn.


    Find Amy Cunningham:

    www.linkedin.com/in/amy-cunningham-leadership-dev

    Find Candace Langston:

    https://www.linkedin.com/in/candacelangston/



    Questions or comments, we'd love to hear from you...send us a text!

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    Recorded at The Newsstand Studios at Rockefeller Center.

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    20 mins
  • Unmasking Imposter Syndrome: High Achievers and the Battle Within - Part 1
    Dec 15 2025

    In this episode of The FEW, 'Forum of Executive Women', hosts Candace Langston and Amy Cunningham broadcast live from Newsstand Studios at Rockefeller Plaza to discuss a topic many can relate to—imposter syndrome. They share their personal struggles with feeling like frauds despite their accomplishments and discuss how this phenomenon affects even high-level executives. They explore different manifestations of imposter syndrome through various anecdotes and data, explaining how it often resurfaces during life transitions. The episode teases a follow-up discussion in the next podcast on practical tools and mindsets to combat imposter syndrome.

    Find Amy Cunningham:

    www.linkedin.com/in/amy-cunningham-leadership-dev

    Find Candace Langston:

    https://www.linkedin.com/in/candacelangston/



    Questions or comments, we'd love to hear from you...send us a text!

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    Recorded at The Newsstand Studios at Rockefeller Center.

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    25 mins
  • From Entry to Executive: Cracking the Leadership Pipeline
    Dec 1 2025

    In this episode of The FEW, 'Forum of Executive Women', hosts Candace Langston and Amy Cunningham discuss the challenges women face in progressing to leadership roles, despite strong early career starts. Using the metaphor of a leaky pipe, they highlight issues such as lack of mentorship and sponsorship, gender bias, and work-life integration struggles that cause many women to drop out of the leadership pipeline. The hosts encourage proactive steps like finding mentors and sponsors, seeking feedback, and speaking up in meetings to help women advance in their careers. The episode concludes with a promise to explore imposter syndrome in the next session.

    Find Amy Cunningham:

    www.linkedin.com/in/amy-cunningham-leadership-dev

    Find Candace Langston:

    https://www.linkedin.com/in/candacelangston/


    Questions or comments, we'd love to hear from you...send us a text!

    To stay up to date with The FEW and get all the behind-the-scenes content, follow us on The FEW & Linkedin or Email us.

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    Recorded at The Newsstand Studios at Rockefeller Center.

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    21 mins
  • No Line at the Ladies Room: Where are all the Women?
    Dec 1 2025

    In the inaugural episode of The FEW, 'Forum of Executive Women', hosts Candace Langston and Amy Cunningham introduce their mission to integrate purpose into leadership and address the underrepresentation of women in executive roles, especially in finance. They share personal experiences, discuss the importance of diverse leadership, and highlight the transformative power of storytelling. Future episodes will feature interviews with powerhouse women in various industries, tackling topics like bias, burnout, and breaking barriers. Join us on this journey to enhance female representation and build a community of empowered women leaders.

    Find Amy Cunningham:

    www.linkedin.com/in/amy-cunningham-leadership-dev

    Find Candace Langston:

    https://www.linkedin.com/in/candacelangston/


    Questions or comments, we'd love to hear from you...send us a text!

    To stay up to date with The FEW and get all the behind-the-scenes content, follow us on The FEW & Linkedin or Email us.

    If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave a rating and review on Apple or Spotify or where ever you get your podcasts.

    Recorded at The Newsstand Studios at Rockefeller Center.

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    14 mins