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Courageously Speaking

by Maria Soriano

By focusing on the theme of brave choices and highlighting inspiring stories of individuals who have made courageous decisions to achieve success beyond self, the Courageously Speaking Podcast aims to motivate and empower audiences worldwide to embrace bravery in their own lives, pursue their goals fearlessly, and make a positive impact on their communities and ultimately, the world.

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Episodes

  1. Las Vegas: Betting Against the Odds [Courageously Speaking with Minja Yan]

    Las Vegas was never built on playing it safe but on vision, risk, and the audacity to dream bigger than anyone thought possible. But what happens when the city that invented betting big starts thinking small? In this episode, I sit down with Minja Yan, TEDxLas Vegas alum, commercial real estate...

  2. East Meets West: Music That Unites Us in Divided Times | Courageously Speaking w/ Dr. Tianxi Wen

    What happens when music becomes a bridge in a divided world? In this powerful episode, we sit down with Dr. Tianxi Wen, founder of UNLV's World Music Chamber Ensemble, to explore how the East and the West can meet in harmony through sound. Inspired by Hans Christian Andersen’s timeless…

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  3. Angry? The Boxing Ring Could be Your Next Therapy: Courageously Speaking w/ Pro Boxer Joana Nwamerue

    Before Joana Nwamerue became the first Bulgarian female professional boxer with a 7-0 record, she was a woman obsessed with a question: What do we do with the fire inside us? In this episode of the Courageously Speaking Podcast, we didn’t play nice. We went deep into the "Sweet Science" of boxing...

  4. Musician & Entrepreneur: Do This So You Don't Have to be a Starving Artist (Courageously Speaking)

    In a world that equates pursuing music to becoming a "starving artist," this episode of Courageously Speaking challenges that notion with multifaceted musician and entrepreneur, Patrick Worley. From his time as a backing musician in Nashville to building a thriving business in Las Vegas, Patrick...

  5. How to Leave Your Comfort Zone In Style (Courageously Speaking w/ Beauty Founders Alexis & Savannah)

    In this episode of Courageously Speaking, host Maria Soriano sits down with beauty industry founders Savannah Harmon and Alexis Chapman to explore what it really takes to step to leave your comfort zone to step into the unknown. From leaving behind full client rosters to chasing purpose across...

  6. From Pompoms to Boardroom: Courageously Speaking with Maria Cabande

    What does it take to transform self-doubt into self-belief? In this episode of Courageously Speaking, we sit down with Maria Cabande—Senior Manager of Raiderettes The Studio, global cheer ambassador, and cultural advocate—to explore how embracing your identity, learning through failure, and…

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  7. Are You Too Ambitious? [Courageously Speaking with FinTech Exec Willayna Banner]

    In this episode of Courageously Speaking, we ask a bold question: Are you too ambitious? Maria Soriano and FinTech executive Willayna Banner dive into the realities of ambition — how it shapes our careers, identities, and personal lives. We explore the fine line between striving for success and…

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  8. Work-Life Balance? Learn How This Mompreneur Does It! [Courageously Speaking with Leanne]

    In this episode, Leanne Duong-Ma opens up about her inspiring journey from corporate professional to founder of Direct Source Procurement. She shares how she built a successful business from the ground up, all while balancing the demands of family life. Get her expert advice on managing time,...

  9. [Courageously Speaking with Reina Manuel] How a Foster Child Turned Boba into a Profitable Business

    Reina Manuel, owner of Afterlife Boba & Tea Room, shares the story of how she turned her tough childhood around, opening the most community-oriented boba-shop in Las Vegas! In this episode, Reina opens up about how she was stripped of her voice as a foster child in homes she never really…

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  10. [Courageously Speaking with Sharon Tanyag] How a Bullied Teen Sang Her Way to Success

    Sharon Tanyag, an international singer/recording artist, vocal coach, and CEO of Born Famous Productions, shares the story of how she turned her bullies into fandom members back in her homeland, the Philippines. In this episode, Sharon opens up about how dejecting it is to be talented but poor…

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  11. [Patranya Bhoolsuwan] From Immigrant Emmy Award-Winning Journalist to Chief Storytelling Officer

    Patranya Bhoolsuwan, a 3x Emmy Award Winning Journalist, shares the story of how she turned her humble beginnings as an international student from Thailand into a successful career in journalism, and why she left that to pursue new dreams as a solopreneur. In this episode, Patranya opens up about...

  12. [Courageously Speaking with Tina Petrilla] How a Former Journalist Found Courage in Calling it Quits

    In this gripping episode, we speak with a brave former journalist, Tina Petrilla, who, following the untimely death of a close friend who was killed in the line of duty, made the painful decision to give up her successful career. Amidst her struggles, Tina reflects on navigating a failed marriage...

  13. [Dr. Shellie Keller] How a 9-year-old turned her addiction into a mental health practice decades later

    Join Courageously Speaking host, Maria Soriano, as she interviews Dr. Shellie Keller, Director of Academic Success at the College of Southern Nevada and counselor at Keller Counseling Services. In this riveting premier episode, Maria and Dr. Keller delve into a heartfelt discussion on overcoming...

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

By focusing on the theme of brave choices and highlighting inspiring stories of individuals who have made courageous decisions to achieve success beyond self, the Courageously Speaking Podcast aims to motivate and empower audiences worldwide to embrace bravery in their own lives, pursue their goals fearlessly, and make a positive impact on their communities and ultimately, the world.

HOSTED BY

Maria Soriano

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How many episodes does Courageously Speaking have?

Courageously Speaking currently has 13 episodes available on PodParley. New episodes are automatically indexed when they're published to the podcast feed.

What is Courageously Speaking about?

By focusing on the theme of brave choices and highlighting inspiring stories of individuals who have made courageous decisions to achieve success beyond self, the Courageously Speaking Podcast aims to motivate and empower audiences worldwide to embrace bravery in their own lives, pursue their goals...

How often does Courageously Speaking release new episodes?

Courageously Speaking has 13 episodes. Check the episode list to see recent publication dates and frequency.

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Courageously Speaking is created and hosted by Maria Soriano.
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