Jessica Powell

Kathryn interviews Former Google VP of Communications Jessica Powell, author of "The Big Disruption: A Totally Fictional But Essentially True Silicon Valley Story." As a tech lover and loather who ran Google's global communications team, Jessica Powell sheds light on what it's like to be a woman working in the male-dominated Silicon Valley culture and why she decided to leave. Powell is the author of Literary Paris and has been published in The Guardian, The NY Times, WIRED, and Medium. Kathryn also interviews Founder of Grief Solutions Joanne Steen MS NCC, author of "WE REGRET TO INFORM YOU: A Survival Guide for Gold Star Parents and Those Who Support Them." As a widow of a naval aviator, Steen's personal experience along with her training in crisis management enables her to effectively address many of the thorniest issues that confront Gold Star parents. Steen is a board-certified counselor and the founder of Grief Solutions, a training company on grief, loss and resilience.