So She Slays Podcast
by Chauncey Woods & Heather Young
The So She Slays Podcast is your big-sister hotline for career glow-ups, money confidence, women’s wellness, and all the beautifully chaotic parts of adulting. Best friends Chauncey and Heather keep it honest, hilarious, and a little unfiltered as they interview powerhouse women rewriting the rules in business, health, and life.Expect real conversations about leveling up your career, building wealth, healing, boundaries, mental health, relationships, personal growth, and creating the life you actually want.If you’re a Millennial or Gen Z woman ready to step into your soft era, elevate your mindset, and get the best big-sister advice, this is your podcast.
Episodes
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We Never Planned This: A Decade of So She Slays (Unfiltered)
Can you start a business with your best friend and stay friends? Ten years in, two women entrepreneurs get honest. In this 10-year anniversary episode, the first from our new Patreon, we talk about how we started So She Slays in 2016 to give women and women of color the media spotlight they…
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How to Exit Hustle Culture When You Can't Afford to Slow Down
Burnt out by hustle culture but can't afford to slow down? Here's how to recover from burnout without quitting your job. Amina AlTai, USA Today bestselling author of The Ambition Trap, learned the signs of burnout the hard way, when her seventh doctor told her she was days from organ failure. We...
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Adult Acne in Your 30s & 40s? Stop Layering Products and Start Looking Inside
Adult acne back in your 30s or even your 40s and the routine that always worked suddenly doesn't? It might not be your skincare at all. Heather sits down with Lune Martens, certified skincare formulator and founder of Monday Muse, to break down how skin changes from your 20s to your 40s, what…
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Sleep Like an Athlete: What Elite Performers Do Differently Every Night
Stanford sleep physician and researcher Dr. Cheri Mah has worked with NFL champions, NBA MVPs, and Olympic gold medalists, and in this episode she is bringing that same expertise to ambitious women who are ready to stop running on empty. We break down what elite performers do differently at…
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Is Corporate Really Less Stressful? Aditi Sharma on Leaving Beauty Giants to Build Qoat
Aditi Sharma spent two decades in beauty and wellness marketing at L'Oréal, Redken, Matrix, and Equinox, then walked away to co-found Coat, the first professional hair color topcoat. She breaks down why corporate stress can outweigh startup stress, how to spot real ingredient claims vs. marketing...
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Stop Feeling Ashamed of GLP-1s. Here's What a Specialist Actually Wants You to Know
GLP-1 specialist Dr. Meghan breaks down the biggest myths about weight loss medication, the stigma, the side effects, and whether you can ever stop taking it. Triple board-certified in obesity medicine, internal medicine, and lifestyle medicine, Dr. Meghan explains how GLP-1s actually work in the...
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Your period cravings aren't random. Here's what your body actually wants.
Hormone specialist Paige Lindgren explains why your period cravings aren't random. That chocolate craving, the carb obsession during your luteal phase it's your body asking for specific nutrients it needs. Paige breaks down exactly what to eat in each phase of your cycle, from iron on your period...
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What High-Achieving Women Are Silently Losing
You built the career. You hit the goals. So why does something still feel like it's missing? In this episode, Master Certified Coach and TEDx organizer Nida Leardprasopsuk breaks down the hidden patterns that high-achieving women carry into their relationships, their friendships, and their sense…
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Ambitious, Exhausted, and Still Not Where You Want to Be?
Shame has been keeping you small but what if it's actually the thing that sets you free? Shoshanna Raven, 8-figure life artist, transformational coach, and author of the bestselling book, The Limit Does Not Exist, joins Heather to share how she transformed her most vulnerable, stigmatized moment...
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The Hidden Cost of Being Strong: Healing Out Loud with Ashley McGirt-Adair
The hidden cost of being strong? Healing in silence. Psychotherapist Ashley McGirt-Adair reveals what it costs women to keep. The hidden cost of being strong is often healing in silence and most of us don't even realize we're doing it. Licensed psychotherapist, TEDx speaker, and founder of the...
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What Women Aren't Told About Cosmetic Surgery & Aging Smarter
Board-certified cosmetic surgeon Dr. Kandace Kichler gets honest about what women aren't being told about cosmetic surgery, body contouring, and aging smarter at every decade. From the truth about Air Sculpt and how it actually differs from traditional lipo, to the decade-by-decade breakdown of...
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Stop waiting to be picked and make your own way
Waiting for your big break is keeping you broke and invisible. Actress and filmmaker Dalia Rooni didn't wait for Hollywood to open the door, she built her own and walked her first feature film straight into South by Southwest. She's spilling everything on career growth, representation, and…
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From 100 Job Rejections to $30K a Month: How She Did It With AI
The job market because it is rough out here and we are not going to pretend otherwise. This week Heather sits down with Katera Patterson, founder of Pin Labs AI. Katera was eight months pregnant, sending out 100 job applications a month, and still couldn't catch a break. So she took less than…
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They built a billion dollar convenience trap - these women built the exit
Corporations have spent billions training you to spend fast, spend easy, and never ask questions. Two women just built the exit door. Aaron and Kate, the powerhouse duo behind Little Blue Cart, created a vetted directory and marketplace of over 1,300 value-aligned small businesses — and they did…
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Former Detective & Top Security Expert Exposes Safety Mistakes Single Women Make
Your safety depends on what you're about to hear. We sat down with Nina Hobson — former British detective, covert operations expert, and one of the only female heads of security at her level in the world — and she did NOT come to play. We're talking Uber safety tricks, dating app red flags, why...
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Skincare Trends TikTok Got Wrong: What Actually Works
Is your TikTok skincare routine actually wrecking your skin? We called in an expert and we have answers. Licensed esthetician, biomedical scientist, and certified acne expert Jillian Schaeffer joins Heather to debunk the viral skincare trends flooding your For You page — from beef tallow as...
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What no one tells women about financial freedom
If you are smart ambitious and doing all the right things but money still feels confusing or stressful this episode is for you. In this conversation on So She Slays we sit down with award winning educator and author Dr Paris Woods to talk about what financial freedom actually looks like for women...
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Why Smart Women Still Struggle With Money (It’s Not What You Think)
Why do so many smart, capable women still struggle with money? In this episode of the So She Slays Podcast, certified financial planner Hilary Hendershott breaks down the real reason money feels so hard, and it’s not your discipline or intelligence. We talk money mindset, financial psychology,...
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When life make you question everything (how to find the next step)
Feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure about your next move? In this episode of the So She Slays Podcast, we sit down with Veronica Clark to unpack why life transitions feel so hard, and how to move through uncertainty without losing yourself. We talk about letting go of old identities, navigating...
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2025 Lessons We Learned the Hard (and Funny) Way
In this end-of-year episode, So She Slays Founders, Heather and Chauncey reflect on the lessons 2025 taught them, the hard ones, the funny ones, and the ones they probably should’ve learned sooner. From stressing over men for no reason to realizing control is a scam, they break down what adulting...
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Can we still trust the news?
Three-time Emmy Award–winning journalist Georgia Fort joins us to break down what’s really happening in today’s media, AI, algorithms, clickbait, and why the same story can look completely different depending on who’s watching. We talk about the “Blockbuster vs. Netflix” moment happening across...
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How to See the Human Before the Circumstance
What happens when you stop looking away and start really seeing people? Author and mental health advocate Sarah Murphree, whose book I Am Human Too is being considered for a Pulitzer, joins So She Slays to share what two years of listening to the unhoused taught her about fear, empathy, and...
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The Business of Creativity: How to Stay Passionate, Get Paid, and Keep Going
Building a creative career takes more than talent, it takes resilience, strategy, and heart. In this episode of the So She Slays Podcast, we talk with Roxanne Messina Captor, Emmy-nominated writer, director, and Chair of the California Arts Council, about what it really takes to turn passion into…
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Why Mentorship Is the Secret to Getting What You Want
Ever notice how the most successful women never do it alone? In this episode, host Heather Young sits down with Urmi Hossain, co-chair of Women in Leadership – Montreal, to explore why mentorship matters at every stage of your career. They break down how to find the right mentor, approach them…
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How to Stop Living in Overdrive: Nervous System Hacks for High Achievers
High achievers know how to push through but at what cost? In this episode of the So She Slays Podcast, Co Founder, Heather Young sits down with psychotherapist Tannaz to unpack how your nervous system drives stress, anxiety, and "push through" mode. From burnout and high-functioning anxiety to…
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Raising emotionally smart kids and ourselves
What if emotional intelligence isn’t something we’re born with—but something we build? In this episode of the So She Slays Podcast, we’re joined by Lori Woodley-Langendorff, emotional literacy expert, speaker, and co-founder of All It Takes, the nonprofit she launched alongside her daughter,...
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Everything They Should’ve Taught Us About Women’s Health & Hormones
Most of us grew up with zero real education about our hormones, cycles, or long-term health. Just vibes and Advil. In this episode, we talk with Ally Tam, CEO of Respin Health (co-founded with Halle Berry), about the huge gaps in women’s healthcare, why perimenopause, burnout, and hormone shifts...
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It’s Not You, It’s the Dating Culture (but also… maybe it’s you too?)
Dating in 2025 feels like a part-time job with no benefits and we’re not the only ones who feel that way. In this episode, we sit down with magnetic matchmaker and relationship expert Spicy Mari to unpack dating burnout, sneaky links, and why so many women are over the bare-minimum energy that...
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Is this my purpose...or am I just performing?
You’re doing it all! Thriving on paper, but deep down wondering if it actually means anything. In this honest convo, attorney and ROM8 Wellness founder Chanae Wood opens up about burnout, body image, and the pressure to always perform. We explore the emotional cost of ambition, the role of faith…
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Why we're all obsessed with smut right now: sex, power, and BookTok
Why are we all suddenly obsessed with smutty romance novels and what does that say about what women? We site down with Leah Hultenschmidt, VP and Publisher at Forever (Hachette Book Group), to talk about the rise of spicy reads, the power of BookTok, and how steamy stories are helping women…
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How to survive a financial crisis
From bankruptcies to side hustles, Michelle Campbell shares how she turned $500K in debt into financial freedom. In this episode, we dive into recession-proof strategies, how to actually start paying off debt, and the financial literacy tips no one taught us—but everyone needs. Perfect for anyone...
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No filter life advice from the Women of Retirement House
What happens when viral internet grandmas drop unfiltered life advice? You get a hilarious, heartfelt convo on dating, aging, self-worth, and redefining success. In this episode, Heather chats with the women of the Retirement House Podcast — social media stars sharing real talk on career pivots,...
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Myths, Money & Making It Work as a Digital Nomad
Dreaming of living abroad? In this episode of So She Slays, globetrotting queen Tori—aka Traveling Tee—gets real about the highs, lows, and myths of building a life overseas. From culture shock to freelancing abroad, she shares everything you really need to know about becoming a digital nomad. If...
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What you don’t know about your hormones…but should
In this episode of the So She Slays Podcast, Dr. Michelle Sands—best-selling author and female hormone expert—dives into how hormones impact everything from your mood to metabolism. If you’ve felt exhausted, off-balance, or just not like yourself, your hormones could be the key. We break down the...
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Successful, Single, & Stuck in Patterns? Let’s Talk About It Part 2
In this episode of the So She Slays Podcast, Clare—founder of the Be That Healing Girl Podcast and Healing Girl Gang—gets real about why love often feels complicated for high-achieving women. We dive into anxious attachment styles, hyper-independence, and how successful women may unknowingly push...
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Successful, Single, & Stuck in Patterns? Let’s Talk About It - Part 1
In this episode of the So She Slays Podcast, Clare—founder of the Be That Healing Girl Podcast and Healing Girl Gang—gets real about why love often feels complicated for high-achieving women. We dive into anxious attachment styles, hyper-independence, and how successful women may unknowingly push...
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Solo Travel Like a Pro: What you need to know as a woman and/or woman of color
Ready to book that solo trip but feeling nervous? On this episode of So She Slays Podcast , Heather sits down with solo travel expert and Go Jolley founder, Jessica Ufuoma, to dive into what it really means to travel the world as a female solo traveler. Jessica shares her top solo travel safety...
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What the Fitness Industry Gets Wrong About Women’s Health
We sit down with Sadie Lincoln, the powerhouse Founder & CEO of Barre3, who built her fitness empire to 207+ locations nationwide—without outside investment. We’re breaking down what the fitness industry has been getting wrong when it comes to women’s health and fitness and why it’s time for a...
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Are Americans Really Leaving the U.S.? And where are they going?
Is everyone really leaving the U.S. for a fresh start overseas, or is that just media hype? In this episode of So She Slays Podcast, we get the real tea from Jen at Expatsi, the ultimate resource for U.S. citizens figuring out where to move abroad. We’re breaking down what’s fact and what’s…
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6-Figure Secrets: How to Land that High-Paying Job Without the Stress
Job hunting shouldn’t feel like a full-time job—and with the right strategies, it won’t have to! In this episode, we sit down with Shaque’l, founder of 6 Figure Chick Consulting, to spill the secrets on how to optimize your LinkedIn profile so recruiters come to YOU. What you’ll learn: LinkedIn...
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Consultation red flags and celebrity glow ups: med spa addition
Thinking about a little tweak? Before you book that med spa appointment, let’s talk red flags and glow-ups with Lucie Alexandre, CEO of Smooth Body Contour. From spotting sketchy doctors to knowing if plastic surgery is right for you (spoiler: not all of it requires going under the knife), we’re...
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The sex questions you wish you could ask your ob-gyn
There are so many questions we have about sex that never get answered or that we are afraid to ask in the first place. Well, Dr. Shyama Mathews, a certified OB-GYN and advisor at the women's sexual wellness company Co-Founded by Christina Aguilera, Playground, came by the So She Slays Podcast to...
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Are you missing the signs? What your hormones are trying to tell you
Are you busy all the time? Do you feel like you can never get enough rest? Maybe your periods are irregular or extremely painful. Are you bloated all the time? Maybe your hair is thinning? These are some of the signs your hormones are out of wack that you could be missing. Featured in Forbes,...
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How the mindset differs from leaders, athletes and everyone else
On this episode of the So She Slays podcast, we welcome the inspiring Shavon Terrell-Camper, a licensed social worker, therapist, and coach. Shavon is the dynamic CEO and Founder of Leveraging Your Reality, where she empowers everyone from professional athletes to influential leaders to everyday...
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How to negotiate and find leverage in any situation
Alice Shikina, the badass founder of Shikina Mediation and Arbitration, joins the So She Slays Podcast to spill the tea on mastering negotiation and finding your leverage in any situation, whether you're climbing the corporate ladder, managing your personal life, or hustling as a small business...
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How to Bootstrap Your Business Without Outside Investment
Co-Founder, Heather, speaks with fashion entrepreneur, Neha from the niche clothing line for hourglass shapes, Aam. We discuss the different ways to fund your business without seeking venture capitalists along with how to create a financial plan to see if you are actually ready to quit your job…
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The Conscious Business Revolution: Mindset Shifts for Modern Entrepreneurs
In a world where “bigger, faster, more” often dominates the conversation around success, Mona Loring brings a refreshing perspective to business growth. As the visionary founder of Conscious Hollywood and a trailblazer in public relations, Mona has mastered the art of building with intention,...
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The courage to start all over: Giving up the award-winning skincare brand The Established
Essence shares her journey of building The Established, an award-winning beauty and skincare brand, only to realize it wasn’t her calling. In a raw and inspiring conversation, she opens up about the defining moment she decided to walk away, pivot completely, and start fresh with The Slutty…
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Why Your Trauma is Keeping You Broke (And How to Fix It)
Have you ever felt like no matter how hard you work, the money you want always seems just out of reach? Spoiler alert: it’s not your hustle—it might be your emotions. In this raw and insightful episode, we dive into the deep connection between money and trauma, unpacking how our emotional baggage...
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Attachment Styles Unfiltered: What They Really Mean for Your Relationships
Ready to cut through the noise on relationship advice? This week on the So She Slays Podcast, we welcome NYC therapist and relationship expert Laura Caruso, founder of Well Psychotherapy, to help us get real about attachment styles. With social media flooded with advice on “what your attachment...
About this show
The So She Slays Podcast is your big-sister hotline for career glow-ups, money confidence, women’s wellness, and all the beautifully chaotic parts of adulting. Best friends Chauncey and Heather keep it honest, hilarious, and a little unfiltered as they interview powerhouse women rewriting the rules in business, health, and life.Expect real conversations about leveling up your career, building wealth, healing, boundaries, mental health, relationships, personal growth, and creating the life you actually want.If you’re a Millennial or Gen Z woman ready to step into your soft era, elevate your mindset, and get the best big-sister advice, this is your podcast.
Hosted by
Chauncey Woods & Heather Young