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Storied Women

by The PEOPLE Chronicles

Women sharing the stories of their work, their loves, and their lives.

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  1. Storied Women with Annarose Ingarra-Milch | Meet Emma Wright

    Are you the type of person who says, "I will be happy when I finish school...or get a new job...or move...or, or, or? Or do you find the joy in exactly where you are at the moment? Listen as Emma Wright, a RACC student shares with us the value of living in the moment so we are sure not to miss...

  2. Storied Women | Meet Wendy Kershner

    Get an annual mammogram. Period! A routine mammogram changed her life. Wendy Kershner shares her first-hand story about the benefit of early detection. And how her annual mammogram may just have saved her life.

  3. Storied Women | Meet Melissa DeStefano

    As parents, we are destined to worry about our children. What challenges will they have to face? Will the world be kind and compassionate toward them? But what if your child is transgender, then what? How does a mother negotiate such a journey with her child? Listen as Melissa DeStefano learned…

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  4. Storied Women with Annarose Ingarra-Milch | Meet Stacey Jordan

    If sharing your painful story could help one other person, would you do it? Stacey Jordan tells us that even though it has not been easy for her to speak of her son Brandon’s loss of life due to a drug overdose, she is hoping what she has to say strengthens and supports another parent who is...

  5. Storied Women - Meet Martha Alverez-Taylor

    Are you the type of person who perseveres? No matter what happens, do you remind yourself to never, ever give up? Martha truly is that type of person. When faced with danger to her and her small child in her home country, she made a life-changing decision that shaped the future for her entire...

  6. Storied Women - Meet Faye Parker

    From Stage 3 melanoma diagnosis, to cancer patient, to advocate. It's not a journey any of us want to take. But if it were the path, what would you do? Faye Parker shares her story of triumph and how she is able to make a difference for others.

  7. Storied Women - Meet Yoheli Ortiz

    A mother at 14. Widowed in her 20's. And yet she perseveres. Listen as Yoheli Ortiz tells us what (and who) sustains her and how, even with all the adversity in her life, she continues to move her life forward.

  8. Storied Women - Meet Wanda Negron

    One adversity after another – unsafe living environment, health/accident issues, and loss of a daughter - and yet she triumphs. How? What is her inner resource that allows her to march on? Listen as Wanda Negron courageously shares with us her heart aches and her heartwarming, purposeful life.

  9. Storied Women | Meet Michelle Dech, Executive Director LGBT Center of Greater Reading, Inc.

    Picture this. You have a rewarding and lucrative corporate career. You are good at it and you like it. And then one day, you decide to step out of your comfort zone into the nonprofit sector to follow your passion. How much courage would it take? Michelle Dech, Executive Director of the LGBT…

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  10. Storied Women | Meet Henriette Alban, Doctor of Naturopathy

    Are you or do you know someone wrapped up in victimhood? If so, watch this. Henriette Alban, Doctor of Naturopathy shares her personal insights into the power of self-awareness – and the antidote to self-judgmental and negative feelings. #communitystorytelling #theartofengagement

  11. Storied Women | Meet Norma Tamayo

    She's a nurse, educator, model, author, and now a guest on The People Chronicles Storied Women. And she has a reminder for all of us - everyone has a purpose in life. Listen as Norma Tamayo shares her journey of how she found her direction and how she uses her life as an example to impact her...

  12. Storied Women | Meet Dr. Sudha Allitt

    Have you ever explored your spirituality -- seeing yourself in a different light - a light of love, compassion, and peace? Dr. Sudha Allitt, co-founder of Kula Kamala Foundation, is my very special guest on Storied Woman. Listen to Sudha's inspirational words as she awakens us the to teachings of...

  13. Storied Women | Meet Katie Brosky

    A baby takes a lot of our time and attention. No news there. But in giving time and attention to our child do we forget about giving ourselves some time and attention as well? New mom Katie Broskey learned early that in order to take care of her daughter, she must make self-care a priority.…

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  14. Storied Women | Meet Liz Egner

    She’s a family woman, businesswoman, and master networker always looking to help other women succeed. Liz Egner says that ‘life is all about relationships’ and she actively works at building relationships in her personal and professional life. Listen as Liz talks about realizing early in life…

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  15. Storied Women | Meet Dr. Susan Looney, President of RACC

    We know life does not always go as planned. And yet when Plan A goes off course, it can initially throw us for a loop. Do we look at the change as a failure or do we see it as an opportunity to explore a whole new adventure? If you have courage, like Dr. Susan Looney, you realize that Plan B can…

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  16. Storied Women | Meet Carmen White Ms. PA International, 2018

    Are you one who makes excuses? I don't have time. I am too tired. Or do you live a life of "no excuses, you make your own success?" Carmen White, public interest attorney, lives according to the latter and is convinced that if we make excuses, we miss out on a lot. Listen to how Carmen tells her...

  17. Storied Women | Meet Josephina Encarnacion

    Do you think that our thoughts and emotions play a role in attracting what we want in life? Josephina Encarnacion shares her story of learning to open up her life to joy by opening up the way she thinks to embrace limitless possibilities. Listen as Josie tells us of her empowering message which…

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  18. Storied Women | Meet Stacey Taylor

    What happens when a family models a life of service? In this case, the lesson is well learned and the succeeding generations continue to be fully engaged in the community. Listen as Stacey Taylor tells us about her life with the NAACP, Human Relations Commission, her church, etc. – all in service...

  19. Storied Women | Meet Yvonne Stroman

    Have you ever had a gut feeling that something is just not right? You don't know why but you just 'feel' it. Yvonne Stroman knows the feeling quite well. She confidently labels it, woman's intuition - a powerful force deserving of recognition and respect. In this interview, Yvonne reminds us that...

  20. Storied Women | Meet Jackie Wenrich

    If you have ever met a woman who blends a ray of sunshine with a bit of tornado, then you must know Jackie Wenrich. She is the real deal. But understanding her authentic self-has taken time. Listen as Jackie tells us how she learned to embrace herself, unmasked, and live life ‘her way.’ Learn…

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  21. Storied Women | Meet Linda Umstead

    Does loss serve a purpose? What if you suffer multiple losses? How would you handle it? Listen to Linda Umstead and hear how this woman turns the energy of her tragic pain into meaningful purpose by offering a healing touch in another’s life at their time of need. Truly a remarkable woman.

  22. Storied Women | Meet Adrean Turner

    You may have heard it many times, "Be Your Best Self." But what does that really mean? And how in the world do we do it? Today my "Storied Women" guest, author and coach Adrean Turner shares her insights on how to overcome obstacles to gain self-fulfillment and ultimately success. And simply put,...

  23. Storied Women | Meet Lizette Epps

    As a woman, I bet it is easy for you to cheer for your girlfriends, your parents & siblings, your children, your church and even your employer. But is it difficult for you to cheer for #yourself? Learning to be our own cheerleader is so very important in both our personal and professional life,...

  24. Storied Women | Meet Toni Reece

    Knock, knock – who's there? Opportunity? Opportunity who? You will never know unless you are brave enough to open the door. At least that is how Toni Reece operates. The wizard of the innovative, community story-telling platform The People Chronicles, comes from behind the curtain to share how…

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  25. Storied Women | Meet Debbie Roman-Peers

    Do you know your purpose? It’s reported that only about 25% of Americans say that they have a clear sense of their purpose in life. Most feel neutral about the concept while others, like empty nesters, may feel they lost their purpose. It took a while to discover her purpose, but now Debbie...

  26. Storied Women | Meet Ann Dybalski

    Do you have hope? How valuable is hope to your success? Listen as Ann Dybalski reminds us that no matter how things may appear, we must always have hope for a better tomorrow.

  27. Storied Women | Meet Franki Aitken

    Franki Aitken - Do you think that anyone can make a difference in the world? Franki Aitken is convinced that each of us can leave the world a little better simply by giving of ourselves. Listen as Franki shares her insights into what it takes to make a meaningful mark on our community.

  28. Storied Women | Meet Rosa Julia Parra

    The world needs passionate people. But how do we find our passion? And once we found our passion, then what? Listen as Rosa Julia Parra tell us how her passion to help people has guided her to help others in her community.

  29. Storied Women | Meet Maureen Banks

    What inspires you? Or should I ask, who inspires you? Author Maureen Banks found her inspiration in her autistic grandson. She has written a series of book with a successful autistic character reminding us that autistic people can be productive people. Listen to her inspiring words.

  30. Storied Women | Meet Johanny Cepeda-Freytiz

    Whatever you do, do you do it with love? Do your actions show the love that you feel? Listen as Johanny Cepeda-Freytiz tells us about the valuable lesson of love she has learned from her her parents and how she now tries to do everything with love...especially when it comes to her family…

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  31. Storied Women | Meet Tonya Butler

    When she feels unable, she is reminded that God is able. Through life’s traumas and challenges her faith is stabilizing, providing her comfort knowing that God will not disappoint. Listen to Tonya Butler as she shares her story of faith.

  32. Storied Women | Meet Catherine “Kitty” Preziosi

    Kindness, courtesy, hospitality…simple acts. In today’s fast paced, whirlwind days are we not leaving time for simple acts? My guest, Catherine “Kitty” Preziosi is a woman who ensures everything she says and does is filled with the ease of kindness, the grace of courtesy and the warmth of...

  33. Storied Women | Meet Lucretia Coleman

    She's an artist, speaker, coach and author. And in her spare time, she volunteers and sits on the Board of Directors of YWCA Tri-County. Lucretia Coleman left corporate America with over 30 years under her belt. Now she finds purpose in her life and brings joy to the all the women she touches....

  34. Storie Women | Meet Shirley Karinch – Ms. PA Senior America 2001

    Shirley Karinch – Ms. PA Senior America 2001 She is an accomplished singer and goes dancing every week with her boyfriend. Shirley shares her zest for fun.

  35. Storie Women | Meet Eleanor Heller – Ms. PA Senior America, 1997

    Eleanor Heller – Ms. PA Senior America, 1997 Even when the body is not always willing, the spirit continues. Ellie Heller tells of what she finds herself doing now that life is changing for her.

  36. Storied Women | Meet Merle Millhimes – Ms. PA Senior America, 1994

    Merle is a retired school teacher – a retired music teacher. She knows a lot about learning and why it is important to never give up. Over the years, she has shared her talents so that others not only learn but excel. Listen as Merle tells us how her talent has helped others hit the big time.

  37. Nannette Swanson – Ms. PA Senior America, 2011

    Do you have the strength to love unconditionally? Is unconditional love something we have to learn and practice? Nannette opens up about how she has taken on the experience of learning how to love on another level, a much higher level – learning how to love unconditionally.

  38. Storied Women | Meet Patti Kuhn – Ms. PA Senior America, 2006

    Meet Patti Kuhn – Ms. PA Senior America, 2006 Do you see opportunity everywhere? Patti Kuhn does. When she chose to leave a less than happy marriage and a very controlled life, she opened herself to a life filled with opportunity. It took her to 60 years old to discover her sense of adventure…

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  39. Storied Women | Meet Marie Tennant

    Marie Tennant – Ms. PA Senior America, 2010 It’s been said, ‘change is the only constant.’ Some of us may despise change. Maybe even refuse to change. Others of us may adapt quickly to change, embrace it, and even look forward to it. So how does ‘change’ affect you? Marie Tennant shares her story...

  40. Storied Women | Meet Jacqueline Maxie

    Jacqueline Maxie – 1st runner up, Ms. PA Senior America, 2016 Many of us know we should listen to our mother. But sometimes, we forget and listen to others who may not have our best interest in mind. Jackie Maxie tells us why listening to her mother’s message has brought her back to doing her…

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  41. Storied Women | Meet Lynn Montemuro

    What does dance mean to you? To Lynn Montemuro dance is her life line, her life saver, her life. You see, Lynn grew in an abusive family which flowed into a dysfunctional marriage. But thru all the ugliness that may have weakened her, the beauty of dance and her talent has kept her strong. Now...

  42. Storied Women | Meet Regina Ortenzi

    This Storied Women guest reminds us of “The Value of Friendship.” Carol King sings “You’ve Got a Friend.” And all of us probably has friends. My guest, Regina Ortenzi shares her fascinating life of world travel and designer for Gloria Vanderbilt company, all the time recognizing the value of...

  43. Storied Women - Meet Dr. CJ Rhoads

    This Storied Women guest says “Resilience beats all.” Are you resilient? Do you spring back from adversity? Dr. CJ Rhoads shares her story of resiliency - from job loss, to auto accident, prescription pain medicine dependency– to celebrated author, successful educator, and creative entrepreneur....

  44. Storied Women | Meet Dr. Carol-Anne Minski

    You have heard the mantra before – “Believe in yourself.” But what difference will it make? Dr. Carol-Anne Minski, author of Focus, Get What You Want Out of Life, shares her story of the power behind her self-belief. How believing in herself raises her own expectations, gives her a sense of...

  45. Storied Women | Meet Stacey Woodland

    Married upon graduation from high school, pregnant twice right after that and then the marriage falls apart. In spite of the unstable beginning, Stacey Woodland is now the Executive Director of TriCounty YWCA. How did she make that happen? Sharing her story so young woman can relate – a true role...

  46. Storied Women | Meet Crystal Gilmore Harris

    Are you a person who knows the value of just being yourself? Crystal Gilmore Harris tells us that just being ourselves is the only way to make an impact on others. And Crystal should know, as she, among many of her community activities, is the Reading High School cheerleading coach and each young...

  47. Annmarie Sullivan Dallao story is "When one door closes another door opens."

    You have heard the expression, ‘when one door closes another door opens.’ But what happens if we don’t take advantage of the open door? Doesn’t that limit us? Listen as Annmarie Sullivan Dallao tells how doors may have closed along her life’s path but it has not stopped her from taking advantage…

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  48. Annarose Ingarra-Milch talks to Kate Ketter on Storied Women

    You need to watch this powerfully, honest video. Does your past weaken you or strengthen you? If your past seems like a life sentence, listen how my guest uses her challenging past as a life lesson. Kate Ketter’s personal mission is to inspire others, to help people of all ages unlock their true...

  49. What does the word passion mean to you? Meet Nadine Poper

    What does the word passion mean to you? How does it play out in your work and in your life? Listen to my guest, librarian Nadine Poper, author of Dachshunds in Moccasins, talk about her passion.

  50. How do you forgive? Meet Sara McHale Part Two

    Just about everyone reading this has probably been hurt by someone they love. So how do you get past that? How do you let go of the grudges and the bitterness? How do you forgive?

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Women sharing the stories of their work, their loves, and their lives.

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