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Yes She Can!

Yes She Can!

Written by: Hayley Ale-Beltran
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Yes She Can! A Podcast for Women is your go-to destination for inspiration, motivation, and empowerment. Join us as we dive deep into conversations about personal development, career advancement, health and wellness, and everything in between. With insightful interviews with successful women from various industries, sharing their stories, experiences, and invaluable advice to help you unlock your full potential and thrive in every aspect of your life. Along with honoring trailblazers from history, review empowering books on leadership, analyze current events, and explore the personal growth needed for a thriving leadership mindset.Whether you're seeking guidance on achieving your goals, overcoming obstacles, or simply looking for a supportive community of like-minded women, The Yes She Can podcast is here to uplift, encourage, and empower you on your journey to greatness. Tune in, subscribe, and let's embark on this empowering journey together!

She Yes Can! 2024
Self-Help Social Sciences Success
Episodes
  • Breaking Barriers in Academia: A Conversation with Dr. Mayra Gaona
    Aug 22 2025

    In this episode of the Yes She Can Podcast, we sit down with Dr. Mayra Gaona—a first-generation Mexican-American scholar, full-time professor, and the inspiring creator behind @becomingadoctora.

    Dr. Gaona shares her journey of perseverance: from navigating higher education as a first-generation student, to earning her PhD in School Psychology at Loyola University Chicago, to her current role shaping future leaders as a professor. She also reflects on her time as a Clinical Research Coordinator at the Urban Youth Trauma Center, where she worked to support youth impacted by trauma.

    Throughout our conversation, Dr. Gaona reminds us of the importance of returning to our “why”—the passion and purpose that drives us forward, even in moments of doubt. Her story is one of resilience, breaking barriers, and using education as a tool for empowerment.

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    52 mins
  • Embracing Soical Media Disconnection: A Conversation with Keegan Lee
    Jan 31 2025

    In this episode of Yes She Can!, we sit down with Keegan Lee, a sophomore honors student at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and co-author of "60 Days of Disconnect." Keegan shares her transformative journey of stepping away from social media during the COVID-19 pandemic, detailing how this decision impacted her mental health and personal growth. Through her candid reflections and advocacy, she challenges the pervasive influence of digital platforms and emphasizes the importance of mindful technology use.

    Whether you're seeking inspiration to reassess your own digital habits or looking to understand the broader implications of social media on mental health, this episode offers valuable insights and practical advice.

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    26 mins
  • Reclaiming Our Voices: A Conversation with Prisca Dorcas Mojica Rodríguez on Storytelling, Advocacy, and Empowerment
    Sep 13 2024

    In this powerful episode of Yes She Can!, we sit down with Prisca Dorcas Mojica Rodríguez, a groundbreaking author, powerful speaker, and founder of Latina Rebels. Prisca shares her journey from growing up in Nicaragua to becoming a leading voice in the fight for Latina representation and feminist advocacy. Through her unapologetic storytelling and her work to amplify marginalized voices, Prisca challenges the narratives that have long defined the mainstream and call for a new, inclusive way of thinking about identity, culture, and power.

    Join us as we discuss her books, "For Brown Girls with Sharp Edges and Tender Hearts" and "Tias and Primas: On Knowing and Loving the Women Who Raised Us", as we dive deep into topics such as feminism, the importance of authentic representation, and the power of reclaiming one’s story. Whether you’re looking for inspiration, a push to step into your power or a deeper understanding of social justice, this episode will leave you feeling empowered and ready to take action.

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    55 mins
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