Carrie On! with Carrie Murray

🎙️ Carrie On!⚠ TRIGGER WARNINGThis episode contains discussion of:• Sexual assault• Suicide and suicidal ideation• Mental health struggles and psychiatric medicationIf you or someone you know needs support, please reach out to the National Sexual Assault Hotline: 1-800-656-HOPE (4673) or the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline by calling or texting 988.Episode OverviewIn this powerful episode of Carry On!, host Carrie Murray sits down with Angie Peacock — U.S. Army veteran, trauma-informed coach, and featured subject of the documentary film Medicating Normal. Angie shares her raw, courageous story of surviving overmedication, psychiatric drug withdrawal, and years of medical dismissal, and how she ultimately found her way back to herself through community, agency, and self-advocacy.If you've ever been told 'this is just how it is' — this conversation is for you.FIRE POINTS:Prescribed meds instead of being heardWent from 1 to 18 medications in 2 yearsOvermedication can mimic mental illnessWithdrawal was worse than the original trauma4.5 years of severe withdrawal symptomsDoctors dismissed her lived experienceFeared being honest → would be given more medsFirst validation: “It’s a side effect, not you”Medicating Normal helped save her life“We’ve medicalized human emotion”Lack of informed consent in mental health care1 in 4 women are medicatedDe-prescribing can take years, not weeksHealing requires agency, not complianceYour symptoms may be signals, not sicknessConnect with Angie PeacockWebsite: https://angpeacock.comInstagram & TikTok: https://www.instagram.com/angpeacockmswVan Life & Adventure: @beinghuman_rv on InstagramConnect with Carrie Murray & Carry On!YouTube: https://youtube.com/@carriemurrayApple Podcasts: Search "Carry On with Carrie Murray" on Apple PodcastsSpotify: Search "Carrie On with Carrie Murray" on Spotify💜 If this episode resonated with you, please leave a comment below with a big red heart, like and subscribe on YouTube, and rate and review us on Apple Podcasts. It helps more people find these conversations.Episode Sponsors:Be Woman MarketingStruggling to DIY your website and marketing? Stacey Beeman of Be Woman Marketing helps passionate business owners ditch the overwhelm. From strategic websites and automated DisclaimerThe Carrie On! podcast is a space for honest conversations, personal stories, and powerful perspectives. Content shared is for informational and storytelling purposes only and should not be considered professional medical, legal, financial, or therapeutic advice. Some episodes may contain sensitive topics or adult language. Listener discretion is advised. Views expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of the host or affiliated organizations. We encourage listeners to seek out qualified professionals for guidance tailored to their individual needs.

🎙️ Carrie On! What happens when technology can create the “perfect” version of you… but it’s not actually you?In this deeply personal and powerful episode, I sit down with my dear friend and longtime photographer Kathy Schuh — a woman who has documented my life, my family, and my evolution for over a decade.Kathy doesn’t just take photos. She sees women. And today, we’re diving into what it really means to be seen in a world obsessed with filters, AI-generated perfection, and unrealistic beauty standards.From the emotional impact of being in front of the camera… to the rise of AI and what it means for identity, connection, and confidence… this conversation is a truth bomb every woman needs.Because here’s the thing: You are not a “before.” You are the moment.What we cover!Why women avoid being in photos — and why that mattersThe dangerous rise of AI-generated beauty and “perfect” imagesWhy you’re not “unphotogenic” (and whose job it actually is)The emotional transformation that happens during a real photo shootAI vs. human connection: what we’re gaining… and losingThe “analog comeback” and why real is becoming luxury💥 Key TakeawaysYou are not a “before.” Stop waiting to be worthy.It’s not your job to be photogenic — it’s the photographer’s jobFilters and AI are quietly reshaping how women see themselvesReal photos aren’t just images — they’re emotional experiencesYour presence in photos is your legacy💛 Connect with Kathy📸 Instagram: @kathy.schuh 🌐 Website: kathyschuhphotography.com 📅 Book a consultation and get in front of the camera (yes, YOU)✨ Let’s Keep You VisibleIf this episode hit something for you… If you’ve ever thought “I’ll take photos when I lose weight” or “I’m not ready yet”…👉 Take my quick 2-minute quiz: “Why Are You Hiding?” https://www.carrie-murray.com/take-the-quiz🎯 Engage with the Show💬 Drop a 📸 in the comments if you’re committing to being in more photos 👍 Like, Subscribe, and Share with a woman who needs this reminder 🔔 Turn on notifications so you never miss an episode of Carrie On!💥 Sponsor LoveToday’s episode is sponsored by Handful Support that lifts without wires and flatters without flattening.Use code CARRIEON at handful.com

Carrie On!What if the way you speak… is actually shaping the power you hold?In this episode of Carrie On!, I sit down with voice and leadership expert Samara Bay to unpack the truth about power, voice, and why so many women still feel invisible—even when they have something important to say.From Hollywood dialect coaching to coaching women running for office, Samara shares how voice bias, internalized stories, and fear-based conditioning keep us small—and how to break free.This conversation is for every woman who has:Held back in a meetingSecond-guessed her voiceFelt “too much” or “not enough”Or wondered… who gets to hold the mic?Spoiler: It’s you.KEY TAKEAWAYSYour voice is not the problem—the rules you were taught about your voice are.“Power” has been conditioned to sound one way—and it’s time to rewrite that.The shift isn’t just confidence… it’s moving from fear to love when you speak.Your story isn’t self-indulgent—it’s a gift to others.Public speaking isn’t just a skill—it’s an embodied experience.If this episode hit you—drop a ❤️ in the comments and tell us:👉 Where are you still holding back your voice?And if you’re ready to stop shrinking: ✔️ Subscribe ✔️ Share with a friend✔️ Start speaking—messy, bold, and fully YOU🔗 CONNECTFollow Samara Bay for more on voice, leadership, and rewriting the rules of power.🌐 Website: www.permissioninc.co 📚 Book: Permission to Speak 📸 Instagram: @samarabayFollow Carrie: 🌐 Website: carrie-murray.com 📺 YouTube: @carrie_murray 📸 Instagram: @carriemurray

🎙️Carrie On!Is investing risky? Yes. Is it worth it? Absolutely.On this episode of Carrie On!, I sit down with venture capitalist and three-time founder La Keisha Landrum-Pierre to talk about money, access, and power.Because here’s the truth:👉 Whoever controls the capital… controls the future.La Keisha is the General Partner at Emmeline Ventures, investing in women’s health, wealth, and well-being—not as a trend, but as a correction to a system that left women out.We talk about:Why women only receive ~2% of venture capitalHow to actually get started as an investorWhy “money clubs” matterThe real reason women hesitate—and how to move past itHow investing in women changes the worldIf you’ve ever felt like money conversations weren’t for you, this is your invitation to pull up a chair—or build your own table.⏱️ Chapters00:00 — Is Investing Risky?00:07 — Welcome to Carrie On! 00:20 — Who Controls Capital Controls the Future 01:00 — Meet LaKeisha Landrum-Pierre 02:38 — Why Women Only Get ~2% of VC Funding 03:07 — What 10-Year-Old LaKeisha Dreamed Of 04:10 — Being the Only One in the Room 05:24 — Getting Started in VC07:27 — Is VC Too Risky?08:46 — Funds vs Angel Investing09:14 — Why Women Need “Money Clubs” 10:33 — Teaching the Next Generation About Wealth 11:39 — Women’s Health Investment12:48 — The Reality of Living in Chronic Pain (Endo, PCOS) 14:57 — Women Control 80% of Spending—But Don’t Own the Businesses 15:27 — How Founders Can Get in Front of Investors 17:31 — Imposter Syndrome19:49 — “Get in the Room” Energy 20:56 — Do You Need an Accelerator?22:08 — Why Your Story Matters More Than Your Deck 23:29 — Community in Funding25:19 — Pitching Emmeline26:35 — Capital as the Missing Piece27:04 — Final Thoughts27:15 — Join the Money Club💥 Key TakeawaysWomen don’t lack ideas—we lack accessInvesting builds ownership and influenceCommunity builds confidence and accessYour story is your strongest assetFunding women shifts industries🔗 Connect + Resources📩 Pitch or invest: Emmeline Ventures (“Pitch Us” on their site)💼 Connect with La Keisha on LinkedIn🎬 Watch: Show Her the Money🎧 Follow Carrie On! on Apple + SpotifyGet your next favorite bra!Handful Bras – Support that actually supports you ✨ Use code CARRIEON at handful.comIf this episode got you thinking differently about money… good. Now don’t just think—act.Start the conversation. Join a money club. Make an investment. Back a woman.Because we don’t just spend money… We decide where the future goes.

🎙️Carrie On!In this powerful episode of Carrie On!, I sit down with Rebecca Cafiero, founder of The Pitch Club and creator of PitchWell, to unpack why women are done asking permission—and how to finally get seen, heard, and paid.In this episode, we explore:Why visibility = influence (and why that matters now more than ever)The hidden realities of media, PR, and narrative controlHow systemic barriers limit who gets seen and heardWhy women must stop waiting and start showing upHow PitchWell is democratizing access to media and opportunityIf you’ve ever felt overlooked, underestimated, or like you’re waiting your turn—this conversation is your wake-up call.Because here’s the truth:👉 Change requires influence👉 Influence requires visibility👉 And visibility is something you can createCHAPTERS00:00 – Why visibility = access (not ego)01:00 – Meet Rebecca Cafiero & PitchWell03:00 – The power of community + unexpected connections07:40 – Journalism, inequity & the moment everything changed10:00 – Media bias, gatekeeping & broken systems14:00 – Workplace harassment & why women must speak up18:00 – From corporate to entrepreneurship21:00 – Why traditional PR is broken (and expensive)24:00 – The birth of Pitch Club29:00 – Building PitchWell: AI meets visibility35:00 – How to get visible (even if you’re starting from zero)39:00 – Real example: Carrie uses PitchWell41:00 – Visibility builds confidence + credibility43:00 – Why now is NOT the time to stay silent45:00 – Final thoughts + how to get startedCONNECT WITH CARRIE🎙 Subscribe to Carrie On! on YouTube📸 Instagram: @carrie_murray💼 Learn more: https://www.carrie-murray.com/CONNECT WITH REBECCA CAFIERO📸 Instagram: @rebeccacafiero🌐 Website: rebeccacafiero.com🚀 Try PitchWell: gopitchwell.comUse code CARRIE7 for a free 7-day trialSPONSOR: HANDFULFor 10 years, my company was called BRA Network—Business Relationship Alliance. Support was literally my brand… so trust me when I say, I’m picky about bras.And I am obsessed with Handful.It lifts without wires. Flatters without flattening. And actually feels good all day—not just for a cute Instagram moment.This is the bra you wear when you want to feel supported without being squeezed into someone else’s version of who you should be.👉 Get yours at handful.com👉 Use code CARRIEON for an exclusive discountSupport—but make it intentional.👍 Like, comment, and subscribe for more conversations on reinvention, power, and unapologetic visibility.

🎙️Carrie On!Take this quiz and find out what's keeping you sharing your own story:2 Minute QUIZConnect with Carrie:https://www.carrie-murray.com/https://www.youtube.com/@carrie_murrayhttps://www.instagram.com/_carriemurray_/For once, Carrie isn’t the one asking the questions—she’s answering them.Joined by her best friend and longtime collaborator Stacey Beeman, Carrie opens up about the last two years: unexpected heartbreak, navigating divorce after 23 years, protecting her children, and rebuilding a life she never saw coming.This is a raw, unfiltered conversation about grief, resilience, identity, and what it actually looks like to start over in midlife.Because sometimes… reinvention isn’t a choice. It’s survival. And then—if you’re lucky—it becomes your power. Key TakeawaysYou don’t always feel grief right away—sometimes it hits later, harderHealing isn’t linear—you can be numb one year and furious the nextYou can’t control what someone else does—only how you respondCommunity isn’t optional—it’s survivalReinvention doesn’t erase who you were—it evolves youMidlife isn’t the end of the story—it’s where you finally get to choose yourself⏱️ Suggested YouTube Chapters00:00 – Feeling lost in the “in-between”00:20 – Carrie introduces this special mini episode01:00 – From “The F Word” to now: how life changed02:00 – Marriage, divorce, and major life transitions04:30 – The moment everything shifted (March 2024)06:00 – Surviving year one: numbness and protection10:30 – Year two: when the grief really hit14:30 – Anger, self-blame, and letting go16:30 – Rebuilding identity and finding peace18:30 – Why Carrie chose grace over going public20:00 – The “new Carrie” and what’s changed22:00 – Community, finances, and women supporting women24:00 – Dating, boundaries, and what’s next27:00 – Final reflections on reinventionHANDFUL👉 Get yours at https://handful.com/ Use code CARRIEON for a 30% discountBecause support should feel this good and a good bra should flatter, not flatten!ConnectFollow Carrie: @carrie_murrayFollow Stacey: @staceybeaman

🎙️Carrie On!Take this quiz and find out what's keeping you sharing your own story:2 Minute QUIZConnect with Carrie:https://www.carrie-murray.com/https://www.youtube.com/@carrie_murrayhttps://www.instagram.com/_carriemurray_/Women receive just 2% of venture capital funding.Let that land.In this powerful episode of Carrie On!, I sit down with venture capitalist, movement builder, and Executive Producer of Show Her the Money, Catherine Gray—a woman who didn’t just call out the problem… she built a movement to fix it.And this one is personal.Serving as an Associate Producer on this film changed how I see money, power, and possibility—and it will change you too.We talk about:Why women have been historically shut out of wealth-building systemsHow venture capital actually works (and why you belong in the conversation)The massive opportunity for women to build generational wealthWhy the next generation (hello Gen Z 👀) will completely change the gameHow YOU can be part of the movement—right nowKEY TAKEAWAYSWomen get 2% of VC funding—but that’s changingVenture capital isn’t just for billionaires—it’s a wealth-building toolWomen fund differently—and build businesses that help othersThe next generation is already stepping in to fix the systemYou don’t need permission to be part of the financial futureConnect with Catherine Gray:https://www.sheangelinvestors.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/catherinelgray/Chapters00:00 – Intro00:17 – Welcome to Carrie On!01:00 – The 2% Funding Problem02:30 – Catherine Gray’s Origin Story05:00 – What is Venture Capital Really?10:00 – Why Women Investors Change Everything15:00 – Carrie’s Experience as Associate Producer20:00 – The Next Generation of Women in VC27:00 – How You Can Get Involved30:00 – Final Thoughts + Call to Action🎥 WATCH + GET INVOLVED🎬 Watch Show Her the Money (now streaming): Amazon + Apple TV: The link to stream the movie: https://showherthemoneymovie.com/watch/Get the book on Amazon: https://a.co/d/0a5b1bF7SPONSOR – HANDFUL👉 Get yours at https://handful.com/ Use code CARRIEON for a 30% discountBecause support should feel this good and a good bra should flatter, not flatten!Engage:Drop a $$$ in the comments if you’re ready to SHOW HER THE MONEY!

🎙️Carrie On!Take this quiz and find out what's keeping you sharing your own story: 2 Minute QUIZConnect with Carrie:https://www.carrie-murray.com/https://www.youtube.com/@carrie_murrayhttps://www.instagram.com/_carriemurray_/Connect with Sponsors:BeWoman Marketing: https://www.bewomanmarketing.com/Two Peacocks Travel: https://www.twopeacockstravel.com/Learn more about the Fun & Bliss movement:https://funandbliss.comMonick Halm: https://www.monickhalm.comMoneeka Sawyer: https://blissfulinvestor.com/Show Notes:In this episode of Carrie On!, Carrie Murray sits down with Moneeka Sawyer and Monick Halm, two powerhouse women behind the Fun & Bliss movement, to challenge one of the biggest lies we’ve been sold: that joy is something we earn after the work is done.🔥 What You’ll Learn in This Episode✔ Why hustle culture is leaving women burned out✔ The surprising power of practicing fun every day✔ What “Blissiplines” are and how they create lasting happiness✔ Why joy is actually a leadership strategy✔ How small moments of play can transform your mindset and life✔ Why choosing joy is sometimes the most radical choice you can makeTimestamps:0:00 If hustle culture worked, you wouldn’t be this tired1:20 Why women postpone joy4:30 The 50 Days of Fun experiment9:00 How adults forget how to play13:00 The “fun deficit” in modern life17:00 Why bliss is our birthright22:00 The power of daily habits of joy27:00 Practical ways to add fun to your life today31:00 One-minute fun practices to try immediatelySubscribe to Carrie On!Reinvention. Self-discovery. Empowerment. Before, during, and after midlife.Because in a chaotic world, the bravest thing you can do is keep your head above the chaos and CARRIE ON!

🎙️Carrie On!Connect with Carrie:https://www.carrie-murray.com/https://www.instagram.com/_carriemurray_/https://www.youtube.com/@carrie_murrayComment with who inspires you and share this episode with them!Happy Women’s History Month!On this special episode of Carrie On!, Carrie Murray takes a moment to celebrate the women who inspire her right now — the ones making her laugh, challenging her thinking, advocating for equity, and reminding her why women supporting women still matters.From a hilarious British makeup artist parodying beauty culture… to a sports commentator advocating for trans athletes… to a powerful voice challenging white women to examine privilege… and finally a deeply personal tribute to a lifelong friend — this episode is a reminder that the women in our lives shape who we become.Because behind every woman building something meaningful… there are other women helping hold her up.So this Women’s History Month, Carrie invites you to do one simple thing:Tell the women in your life that you love them.In This Episode✨ Why Women’s History Month still matters ✨ The power of humor in calling out beauty culture ✨ Advocacy for women in sports and trans athletes ✨ The ongoing work of examining privilege and leadership ✨ The deep impact of lifelong female friendshipsInspired By:Genevieve Turley Makeup artist and creator known for hilarious satirical beauty reels that parody celebrity makeup tutorials.Coach Jackie Writer and commentator covering women’s sports, culture, and advocacy for inclusion in athletics.Dr. Akilah Cadet Founder of Change Cadet and author of White Supremacy Is All Around Us: Notes from a Black Disabled Woman in a White World.Lori Medlin Carrie’s best friend of 18 years and the director behind Carrie On!.Key Takeaways:• Women supporting women creates powerful ripple effects in business, culture, and community. • Humor can be a powerful tool for challenging unrealistic beauty standards.• Access to sports and community is essential for youth development and belonging. • Examining privilege and practicing equity requires ongoing work. • Lifelong friendships between women can become the backbone of our lives.

🎙️Carrie On!What if the most important leadership training isn’t happening in boardrooms — but in brave conversations with teenagers?In this powerful episode of Carry On, Carrie sits down with Kesha Knighten Hughes, founder of Grace and Wisdom Institute, to talk about the life skills schools often leave behind — and why equipping teens (especially teen girls of color) with confidence, critical thinking, and emotional intelligence is one of the most urgent leadership investments we can make.From backpacks and chores to global travel and civic engagement, this conversation is about raising capable humans — not compliant ones.And yes… we talk about why 17 is the turning point.Grace and Wisdom is currently raising funds to support five young women traveling to Kenya for leadership and service work.Key Takeaways:Why over-helping our kids may actually be underestimining themThe subtle parenting habits that quietly erode independenceHow teens build confidence through ownership, responsibility, and communityWhy emotional intelligence (EQ) may matter more than GPAThe power of giving teens space to think — instead of rushing to fixLearn more or donate: 🌐 graceandwisdominstitute.orgInstagram: @graceandwisdominstituteConnect with Carrie Murray:https://www.carrie-murray.com/https://www.instagram.com/_carriemurray_/What's keeping you from sharing your own story? Take this short quiz to find out:https://carrie-murray.typeform.com/to/sJIeWCRA?typeform-source=www.carrie-murray.com

🎙️Carrie On!In this powerful and deeply personal episode of Carrie On!, host Carrie Murray sits down with one of her favorite humans—Crystal Whitaker, founder of Crystal Lily Creative and author of Brave Leadership Is a Choice.Connect with Crystal:Website: https://www.crystallily.co/Book: https://braveleadershipchoice.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/crystallilycreativeLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/crystalwhiteakerSPEAK Talk - Healing the Mother Wound: https://youtu.be/4upTe4Me4Pc?si=QwBEL1q1oWjVLbar ✨ In this episode, we explore:Why brave leadership is a choice, not a titleThe difference between being nice and being inclusiveHow Crystal’s lived experience as a biracial woman shaped her leadership lensWhy discomfort is not a sign you’re doing it wrong—but a signal you’re doing it rightThe hidden “microcosms” that uphold white supremacy cultureHow leaders can use privilege thoughtfully without co-opting movementsWhy community—not institutions—is the future of leadershipWhat it means to lead sustainably without burning out🎧 If this episode moved you, please rate, review, and share it with someone who’s ready to lead a little more bravely.Connect with Carrie:https://www.youtube.com/@carrie_murrayhttps://www.carrie-murray.com/

🎙️Carrie On! Every two minutes in the U.S., a married woman becomes a widowSummary:In this deeply moving and eye-opening episode of Carrie On!, host Carrie Murray sits down with Carolyn Moor, founder of Modern Widows Club, to expose the hidden realities of widowhood—and why it’s not just about grief.What follows is often a devastating loss of healthcare access, financial stability, identity, and visibility. Carolyn shares how losing her husband suddenly at age 36 while raising two young daughters ignited a global movement redefining widowhood as a women’s health, equity, and leadership issue.In This Episode:We Cover: -Why widowhood is one of the most overlooked women’s health crises -The shocking truth: 3 days of bereavement for the most stressful life event -The 5–7 year reality of rebuilding identity after loss -Why widows stop voting—and how that silences millions of women -The four phases of widowhood: Hope, Heal, Grow, Lead -How widows develop “uncommon knowledge” and extraordinary leadership -What not to say to a grieving woman—and what to say instead -Why supporting widows changes families, systems, and future generations🔗 Resources Mentioned: Modern Widows Club: modernwidowsclub.org National Widows Health & Well-Being Conference (June 19–20, Orlando) Widow Empowerment Quiz: https://modernwidowsclub.org/widow-empowerment-quiz International Widows Day: June 23

Take THIS Short Quiz and see What's Muting You🎙️Carrie On!What happens when you vision board your future… and life throws you a divorce, wild joy, unexpected grief, and a whole lot of clarity instead?In this mini-sode of Carrie On!, Carrie Murray walks us through her 2025 and 2026 vision boards—the wins, the misses, the surprises, and the intentions behind every image. From otters and Louboutins to Alaska cruises, Barcelona dreams, writing a book, and yes… an unapologetic eggplant 🍆—this episode is equal parts manifestation, midlife reinvention, and real talk.Carrie shares:Why vision boards actually work (even when things don’t go as planned)How her word of the year evolved into CarrieThe three questions she now asks before saying yes to anythingWhy pleasure, desire, and intention belong in midlife conversationsAnd how choosing intentionally applies to relationships, dating, and connectionConnect with Carrie:Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@carrie_murrayWebsite: https://www.carrie-murray.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_carriemurray_/Application found HERE

🎙️Carrie On!Episode Summary: What if the life that looks “perfect on paper” is quietly costing you your truth? In this episode of Carrie On!, I’m joined by producer + designer Ana Moskos, founder of The AM and The AM Production Design Studio, to talk about the moment she stopped living someone else’s blueprint—and started following her internal compass.Key Quotes:“I built so much that looked good on paper… and I really just wanted something else.” “Sometimes your lifestyle and the day-to-day reality matters as much as love.” “I can’t fake it. I just couldn’t stay in something I knew wasn’t right.” “Don’t suffer in silence. Let someone into that.”Jenna Zoe (Human Design teacher) + The Align App Human Design on Instagram: @myhuman_design Connect with Ana: https://theam.co/ https://pds.theam.co/ Instagram (The AM): @by.theam Instagram (Production Design Studio): @bytheam.pds Personal: @onalisa321Connect with Carrie: https://www.carrie-murray.com/ https://www.instagram.com/_carriemurray_/

🎙️Carrie On! What if the emotion you’ve been taught to suppress your entire life is actually the one pointing you back to yourself? In this raw, honest, and deeply validating conversation, host Carrie Murray sits down with June Suepunpuck, explore why anger isn’t something to fix, silence, or fear—but something to listen to. Drop a 🔥 Emoji in the comments if you've been there! June shares vulnerability from the messy middle of her own life: postpartum rage, high-functioning codependency, generational conditioning, and the realization that anger isn’t a breakdown—it’s data. Together, Carrie and June dismantle toxic positivity, challenge the myth of the “strong woman,” and reframe joy as something that lives on the other side of honesty, boundaries, and support. Take Aways: -Feel successful but secretly empty -Struggle with people-pleasing or codependency -Are navigating motherhood, midlife, or reinvention -Have been told to “stay calm” instead of tell the truth -Want joy without bypassing their pain ⭐️ Connect: June Suepunpuck: https://joyguidejune.substack.com/Carrie Murray: https://www.carrie-murray.com/ 🔥 Listener Invitation: If you’re listening and thinking, “I’m angry too” — you’re not alone. This episode is your reminder that anger isn’t the end of the story… it might be the beginning. Subscribe, rate, and review this episode Carrie On! And as always—keep your head above the chaos, and Carrie On.

🎙️Carrie On!In this powerful episode of Carrie On!, host Carrie Murray sits down with award-winning filmmaker Meredith Yinger and trailblazing urologist Dr. Maria Uloko to name what generations of women have felt but rarely been allowed to say out loud: medical gaslighting is real, systemic, and harming women at every stage of life.Together, Meredith and Maria are leading Vulva La Revolution—a fearless documentary and movement exposing the devastating gaps in women’s sexual and vulvovaginal healthcare, while also spotlighting the revolution already underway.This is not just a conversation. It’s a wake-up call, a rally cry, and an invitation to trust your body, question broken systems, and refuse to suffer in silence.✨ In This Episode, We Explore:Why medical gaslighting isn’t about bad doctors—but a broken systemHow most physicians are never taught basic vulvar anatomy or physiologyWhy it takes women 7+ years, multiple doctors, and thousands of dollars to get a diagnosisThe shocking disparity between funding for penile vs. vulvar researchHow shame, silence, and misinformation keep women sufferingWhy pain during sex, recurrent UTIs, and pelvic pain are not “normal”How education, advocacy, and collective action can change healthcare forever🎬 About Vulva La RevolutionVulva La Revolution is a multi-platform movement that includes:A feature-length documentaryAnimated educational shorts demystifying vulvar anatomyA nationwide screening tour with doctors, advocates, and grassroots organizationsPartnerships with organizations like She Angels Foundation to drive policy, funding, and systemic changeThe goal? To turn justified anger into action, education, and empowerment.🩺 Dr. Maria Uloko on Trusting Your Body“Your symptoms are real. You know your body better than anyone. My job as a physician is to believe you—and be the detective.”Dr. Maria shares why most vulvovaginal conditions are treatable, preventable, and often easy to diagnose—once doctors are properly trained and patients are empowered with language and knowledge.🎥 Meredith Yinger on Why This Film Had to Exist“You do not have to suffer. Your pain is valid. And the fact that we’ve accepted this as normal is bullshit.”Meredith reveals how one conversation changed everything—and why this documentary refuses to let women walk away thinking their pain is imaginary.🌍 How You Can Join the Revolution💥 Support the film (Vulva La Revolution) as a sponsor, donor, or partner📚 Educate yourself about vulvar health and anatomy🗣️ Speak up—with doctors, daughters, friends, and policymakers🌸 Drop a flower emoji in the comments if you’re ready to be part of the revolutionRevolutions don’t happen alone. They happen when women collectively decide they’ve had enough.🔗 Follow & SupportMeredith Yinger / SheTV Media: @shetvmediaDr. Maria Uloko: @mariaulokomdCarrie On!: Subscribe, like, comment, and shareAs always—Keep your head above the chaos, trust your body, and Carrie On! 🌸

🎉 Celebrating 10 Years of BRA Network: The Herstory EpisodeIn this very special anniversary episode of Carrie On!, I’m raising a glass to celebrate something incredibly close to my heart: 10 years of BRA Network.What began as a simple dinner party with four friends who were tired of boring networking events (bad coffee, worse energy) turned into a full-blown movement I never could have predicted. I watched a tiny spark—a conversation around my dining room table—grow into a powerful community of women entrepreneurs who collaborate, hire each other first, and lift each other up every step of the way.In this episode, I’m sharing the full bra herstory: how we started, how we survived the pandemic, how we grew, how we gave back, and how we created a space where women could rise together without apology.I’ll take you behind the scenes of our biggest milestones—from Women on the Rise and the Wealthy Woman Summitto our mega collaboration around Show Her the Money—and the moments that still make me emotional when I think about them.This episode is a celebration, a reflection, and a reminder of what happens when women refuse to compete and instead choose to collaborate.Grab a drink, settle in, and celebrate with me.✨ In This Episode, I Share:How BRA Was Born The dinner party that sparked a decade-long journey—and why I realized women desperately needed a different kind of networking space.Why the BRA Directory Became Our Backbone How women naturally began hiring each other and keeping money flowing inside the community.What It Was Like Growing BRA Through the Pandemic How our online presence allowed thousands of women to find support, connection, and clarity when the world felt upside down.Eight Years of Women on the Rise The joy of honoring extraordinary women and raising nearly $100,000 for nonprofits that serve women and children.The Wealthy Woman Summit Why talking about money changed everything—and why charging our worth was a radical and necessary shift.Show Her the Money The powerful BRA collaboration behind the documentary and how women founders finally started getting funded.Moments of Pure Collaboration Magic Including the Everyday Action Gala where 20 BRA members came together in ways that still bring tears to my eyes.My Honest Thoughts on What’s Next Spoiler: I still have no idea—but entrepreneurship has taught me to climb every mountain with community by my side.💬 Some of My Favorite Reflections“We were keeping the money flowing between us.”“Like most entrepreneurs, I had to learn everything in real time.”“Katie is the first one to show up—always.”“The peaks and valleys of entrepreneurship are so much easier when you’re not climbing alone.”“We hire each other, we charge what we’re worth, and we show up.”

🎙️Carrie On! In this episode of Carrie On!, I sit down with Liz Svatek—Rapid Transformational Therapist, coach, CEO of Warrior Women Inc., best-selling author of Finding Your Diamonds, and host of the globally ranked Liz Svatek Show. Before Liz helped women all over the world break cycles of overworking, overgiving, and people-pleasing… she had to break the cycle in her own family.Liz shares what it was really like growing up with an abusive, volatile father and a sister whose narcissistic behavior mirrored the chaos of their childhood home. We talk about what happens to a child’s nervous system when “love” is mixed with fear, why so many daughters become the comedians, the caregivers, and the peacekeepers—and how that conditioning follows us into adulthood, motherhood, and the holidays.If you’ve ever dreaded a holiday because of who will be in the room—or felt guilty for even considering not going—this conversation is for you.Holiday Support Mentioned in This Episode: Reflect & Rise Workshop: (December 18, 2025) Liz’s 90-minute workshop to review, honor, and release 2025—then intentionally call in what you want to feel and create in 2026. https://www.lizsvatek.com/offers/vyijB3Yd/checkout?coupon_code=RISE2025-BRA All Is Calm: Hypnotic Recording - https://www.lizsvatek.com/offers/D68LJzLD/checkout A guided hypnotic audio from Liz focused on holiday calm, presence, and peace—including a tender moment of connecting with a loved one on the other side.Connect with Liz:Podcast: The Liz Svatek Show (wherever you get your podcasts): https://www.lizsvatek.com/podcastBook: Finding Your Diamonds https://www.amazon.com/Finding-Your-Diamonds-Warrior-Appears-ebook/dp/B0F9VR6ZRH/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2I7EALMZRSX3T&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.6xDwRNTrPtiK-UmMQ3IE7g.jfcpdDq3BEwfcxoQjFmdTguMhslZMlj7LLORAvI-9U4&dib_tag=se&keywords=liz+svatek+book&qid=1764731674&sprefix=liz+sv%2Caps%2C183&sr=8-1Social: https://www.instagram.com/liz.svatek/ and YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@LizSvatek

🎙️Carrie On!Hustle culture tells us we’re either not doing enough… or we should stop doing everything. But what if the real question isn’t whether you hustle, it’s what the hustle is costing you?In this episode of Carrie On!, I sit down with Dr. Portia Preston—2x TEDx speaker, public health expert, and author of Hustle, Flow, or Let It Go?: A Guide to Shame-Free Wellness That Honors Your Reality and Gives You Life (Revell, Aug 5, 2025). We dig into what sustainable wellness actually looks like, especially for women, Black women, caregivers, and neurodivergent folks who are tired of “perfect” wellness culture and just want something that feels real and doable.Portia shares her SANE framework, talks openly about late-in-life ADHD + autism diagnosis, and gives us language for navigating shame, overwork, and the pressure to be everything to everyone. If you’ve ever thought, “I know I need to slow down… but how?” this episode is your permission slip.In this episode, we cover:Why hustle itself isn’t the villain—how to know when it’s costing you too muchThe SANE framework:S – Slow down and reflectA – Acknowledge your reality (resources, support, and thoughts)N – Navigate with intention (values, integrity, how you want to show up)E – Evaluate and adaptThe shame spiral: why shame is the easiest fuel to grab… and the worst one to run onHow identity (gender, race, role) shapes our relationship to hustle, worthiness, and restThe biological “weathering” Black women experience and why access alone doesn’t fix health inequities.About Dr. Portia Preston:Dr. Portia Preston (Long Beach, CA) is a 2x TEDx Speaker, Author of Hustle, Flow, or Let It Go? (Revell, Aug 5, 2025), CEO/Founder of Empowered to Exhale, Associate Professor of Public Health at California State University, Fullerton, and a Certified Executive Coach.She’s spent her career helping individuals and organizations create sustainable, inclusive wellness, drawing on experience with organizations like Procter & Gamble, the CDC, Deloitte Consulting, and Susan G. Komen for the Cure.At Cal State Fullerton, Portia teaches stress management, promoting health in diverse populations, and public health administration, while designing innovative wellness programming for students, faculty, and staff. She holds degrees from Stanford (BA in cultural & social anthropology), University of Michigan (MPH), and UCLA (DrPH).Website: portiapreston.comInstagram & socials: @drportiaprestonBook: Hustle, Flow, or Let It Go?: A Guide to Shame-Free Wellness That Honors Your Reality and Gives You Life (Revell, Aug 5, 2025) – available through your favorite online retailer or by request at your local bookstore.

🎙️Carrie On!Title: Erotic Wholeness After 40 with Darshana AvilaSummary If you’ve ever thought, “We’re solid… so why don’t I want sex?” this episode is your gentle reframe. Carrie talks with erotic wholeness guide Darshana Avila about rebuilding intimacy from the inside out—starting with nervous-system tenderness, expanding consent language, and redefining sex as life-force energy that fuels creativity, leadership, and joy. Especially resonant for women and non-binary folks navigating perimenopause/menopause, body changes, and the desire to feel at home in your skin.In this episodeWhat “erotic wholeness” means (beyond the bedroom)Why midlife is the perfect season to stop performing and start choosingPractical first steps: relaxation, consent vocabulary, touch experimentsCommunicating preferences after years togetherTalking with teens about consent & pleasure without fear-mongeringConnect with Darshana: https://darshanaavila.com/Work with Darshana: https://darshanaavila.com/offerings/Connect with Carrie: https://www.carrie-murray.com/Resources & MentionsBe Woman Marketing — bewomanmarketing.com (mention Carrie On! for 10% off a strategy session with Stacey)ReadyForTed.com — Toni Purry’s 8-week program to craft a TEDx-ready talk (Toni appears in Ep. 2)

🎙️Carrie On!What if calling off your wedding is the beginning of your greatest love story—your love for you?Author and storyteller Katherine Woller opens up about ending her engagement two weeks before the big day, rebuilding from the ground up, and how a simple therapy question—“What percentage of you would say yes today?”—cut through the noise and changed everything.We talk rings, dresses, friend breakups, mother-daughter legacies, social pressure, body signals, and how following your intuition can lead you to the right partner, the right life, and the right you.Guest: Katherine Woller, bestselling author of Calling It Off: Memoir of an Almost BrideHost: Carrie Murray | Show:Carrie On!Key TakeawaysChoosing yourself is kind—truth beats “polite.”The Percentage Tool: “If I had to decide today, what % of me says yes?”Intuition feels peaceful; programming feels pressured.Your body tells the truth: sleep, tension, heart rate = data.Movement + Writing help process and rebuild self-trust.Aligned love is possible after you walk away.💫 About This EpisodeGuest: Katherine Woller Book: Calling It Off: Memoir of an Almost Bride Instagram: @katherinewollerBook: https://www.katherinerosewoller.com/Watch: YouTube: Carrie On! with Carrie Murray💛 About Carrie MurrayHost of Carrie On! — exploring reinvention, self-discovery, and empowerment before, during, and after midlife. Founder of BRA Network and Carrie On Media.Follow Carrie: 🌐 thecarriemurray.com 📸 https://www.instagram.com/_carriemurray_/ ▶️YouTube Channel🌍 Sponsors:Ready for Ted – Build your signature talk with Toni Purry → readyforted.comTwo Peacocks Travel – Travel with purpose → twopeacockstravel.com🪶 Join the ConversationIf this episode helped you trust your gut—even 10% more— 💬 Comment below: What percentage of you says YES today? 👇 Subscribe for more stories of courage, reinvention, and truth-telling.

Show Notes:Description: What can a Broadway musical, a fascist dictator, and a former U.S. president teach us about the fragility of democracy?In this gripping episode of Carrie On!, host Carrie Murray draws stunning parallels between Lin-Manuel Miranda’s Hamilton, Hitler’s rise to power, and Trump’s America today. Through history, humor, and heart, Carrie explores what happens when nations stop questioning power — and how art, storytelling, and truth-telling can keep democracy alive.Join Carrie as she retraces her grandfather’s WWII footsteps across Europe, from Normandy to London, and reflects on the lessons still echoing 80 years later. This episode blends musical theater, history, and politics into one powerful cautionary tale: democracy doesn’t disappear overnight — it erodes one applause line at a time.In this episode:🎭 What Hamilton teaches us about leadership, legacy, and restraint⚔️ How Hitler’s rise mirrors the slow erosion of democracy🏛️ What Project 2025 reveals about America’s authoritarian drift🎙️ Why King George’s comic songs are really warnings about control👑 How Washington’s “One Last Time” still models true power through letting go🗳️ How we can each “keep the republic” — one act of vigilance atKey Takeaway: History doesn’t repeat itself, but it rhymes — and right now, the melody sounds familiar.👉 If you believe democracy is worth defending, hit subscribe and share this episode with someone who needs to hear it.Watch next:The Ugly Cry That Comes From Having a Great CommunityPain to Purpose: Turning Grief Into Action with Cat Curry WilliamsWhat If It Were Easy? Creating in Flow with Christina BarsiFollow Carrie: 🌐 bra-network.com 🎧 Carrie On! on Apple Podcasts & Spotify 📸 Instagram: @bra_network | @_carriemurray_Hashtags: #CarrieOn #HamiltonTheMusical #Project2025 #Democracy #WWII #Authoritarianism #Leadership #Freedom #MusicalTheater #HistoryHasItsEyesOnYou

🎙️Carrie On!Only 1.8% of U.S. charitable giving goes toward women and girls — and that number hasn’t budged in years.Today’s guest, Cat Curry Williams, turned her heartbreak into a movement that’s changing lives across the globe.After losing her firstborn son, Shane, to a rare genetic disorder, Cat transformed her grief into action. She co-founded Inclusion Matters by Shane’s Inspiration, building nearly 100 inclusive playgrounds in over 30 countries, where kids of all abilities can play side by side.Then she went even further — co-founding the She Angels Foundation, which has awarded 65+ grants totaling $350,000 to grassroots organizations supporting women and girls.Key Takeaways:How tragedy became a spark for inclusion and actionWhy women’s philanthropy only gets 1.8% of funding (and how to change that)The $1.40 a day giving model anyone can doFinding your “why” and writing your own permission slipCreating ripple effects through community, compassion, and purpose💡 This episode is a masterclass in turning pain into power.Links & Resources🌐 CatherineCurryWilliams.com🌸 She Angels Foundation📘 Philanthropy on a Shoestring — by Cat Curry Williams🎥 Cat’s TEDx Talk: From Pain to Passion🧠 Ready for TED (with Toni Purry) — readyforted.com✈️ Two Peacocks Travel — 2peacockstravel.com🙌 Connect with UsFollow Carrie On! for more stories of reinvention, courage, and community:🎧 Apple Podcasts: Carrie On!🎙️ Spotify: Carrie On!📸 Instagram: @bra_network | https://www.instagram.com/_carriemurray_/💌 Subscribe to Carrie’s newsletter: carriemurray.com💖 Support the ShowIf you loved this conversation: 1️⃣ Like 👍 this video 2️⃣ Comment your biggest takeaway 💬 3️⃣ Subscribe 🔔 for more episodes 4️⃣ Share this episode with a woman who inspires you#CatCurryWilliams #SheAngelsFoundation #CarrieOnPodcast #WomenPhilanthropy #InclusivePlaygrounds #WomenSupportingWomen #GriefToPurpose #TEDxSpeaker #Philanthropy #DisabilityInclusion #CarrieMurray #WomenInLeadership

🎙️ Carrie On!Episode Overview: What happens when burnout becomes your biggest teacher? Actor-turned-podcast-producer Christina Barsi shares how two concussions and a total career pivot led her to discover flow, alignment, and purpose through podcasting. Together we unpack how trusting your intuition (and letting go of perfection) can transform your business and your life.If you’ve ever thought, "This feels too hard,” this episode asks—what if it were easy? Hot Takes: -Turning burnout into breakthrough - Using podcasting as a mirror for alignment - Why your why* matters more than going viral - How Reiki & energy work can support creative flow - Gentle “self-attunement” practices to reconnect with your purpose🔗 Connect with Christina Barsi: 👉 Free 5-Day Guide: https://www.boss-goddess.co/activate#blueprint 👉 Instagram: @bossgoddessbarsi https://instagram.com/bossgoddessbarsi https://www.instagram.com/boss_goddess.co🎧 Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/boss-goddess-deepen-expand-your-soul-led-business-with/id1361426555Mentioned in Episode:Ready for TED with Toni Purry — 8-week program for crafting your TEDx talkBRA NETWORK JOY GUIDE JUNE5 DAY GUIDEMeet Carrie:Hosted by Carrie Murray, Carrie On! explores reinvention, self-discovery & empowerment before, during, and after midlife. Each conversation reminds you to keep your head above the chaos — and Carrie On!

🎙️Carrie On! Show Notes: Celebrity chef and performer Katie Chin shares how cooking with her mother helped heal generational trauma—spanning immigrant beginnings, the legendary Sean Connery restaurant story, sibling loss and silence, and her TEDx talk “Dumplings Released My Demons.” Celebrity chef, award-winning author, and performer Katie Chin joins Carrie On! to explore how the act of cooking can open hard conversations and help heal generational trauma. We trace her family’s immigrant journey from Guangzhou to Minneapolis, the rise of her mother Leeann Chin from seamstress to restaurateur (with a little help from Sean Connery!), and the cycles of shame and silence that Katie chose to break. Katie talks about losing a sister to suicide, finding friendship with her mother later in life through food, pivoting from a senior exec role at Fox to the kitchen, and crafting her TEDx talk, “Dumplings Released My Demons: How Food Can Heal Generational Trauma.” We also peek into her one-woman show, her global family cookbook, and why karaoke (and a pandemic game night!) became unexpected lifelines. If you’ve ever felt caught between cultures or ready to rewrite your family story, this episode is a warm invitation to begin.In This Episode:First-gen identity, “lunchbox shame,” and love as foodLeeann Chin’s origin story → from bus-riding caterer to restaurant empireThe Sean Connery moment that changed everythingBreaking cycles: speaking openly about suicide and emotional abuseQuitting a big job + leaving a marriage: “Leap and the net will appear”Why cooking together can be meditative, connective—and healingBuilding a TEDx talk that gives people tools (not just a story)One-woman show, five cookbooks, and a very ’70s cover bandThree Takeaways:Food can be therapy. The ritual of cooking together creates space for truth and connection.Tell the truth anyway. Breaking silence helps others—and stops damaging cycles.Reinvention is allowed. You’re not late; you’re right on time.Links & Resources:Katie Chin — IG/TikTok: @ChefKatieChinWebsite: chefkatiechin.comCatering: wokstarcatering.comBook: Katie Chin’s Global Family Cookbook (major booksellers)TEDx: “Dumplings Released My Demons” (search: TEDxFargo Katie Chin on YouTube)USA Today op-ed by Katie on breaking cycles and seeking therapyLegacy restaurants: Leeann Chin (Twin Cities & select airports)SponsorTwo Peacocks Travel — Transformative, purpose-driven group trips for women. Find your travel bestie and travel with meaning: twopeacockstravel.comConnect with CarrieInstagram/TikTok/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSXJR1cAZIwf_qrXVNlvbuABRA Network: bra-network.com

🎙️Carrie On! Show Notes: In this heartfelt mini episode of Carrie On, host Carrie Murray reflects on the power of community, the evolution of BRA (Business Relationship Alliance), and the importance of carrying on—even in life’s messiest chapters. 💬 Carrie opens up about why she started BRA back in 2015, and how the women she set out to support became the very ones who carried her through her own life transitions. From divorce to business pivots, her story is a reminder that we’re not meant to do life alone. 🌎 You’ll also hear from members of Carrie’s community who share what carrying on means to them—whether it’s choosing joy in the messy middle, finding hope in “what’s next,” or embracing resilience with ferocity. 🔑 In this episode: -The surprising way BRA became Carrie’s lifeline -Why community is more than networking—it’s about shared values -How to lean on support without guilt or shame -Women in the community share their personal definitions of “carry on” 💡 Mentioned in this episode: Two Peacocks Travel: https://www.twopeacockstravel.com/ – Transformative journeys for women ready to connect, adventure, and grow Ready for TED: https://www.readyforted.com/ – An 8-week program led by Toni Purry to help women craft and deliver their TEDx talk, listen to her episode here: https://youtu.be/VpR0woP7xRM?si=cG15TB8-Sw9WUWV1 🎧 Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/carrie-on-with-carrie-murray/id1829193172?i=1000728238453 & Spotify 📺 Subscribe here on YouTube for new episodes! 💌 Join the Carrie On community → www.carrie-murray.com ✨ If this episode inspired you, don’t forget to like, comment, and share it with a friend who needs to hear it.

Many people marry later in life—but dating, partnering, and planning a wedding after 40 is a whole different vibe. In this heart-first convo, my dear friend Stacey Beaman—multi-passionate entrepreneur, co-founder of Plyojam, and newly engaged 40-something—shares how a career pivot, a pandemic slow-down, and one perfectly timed Tinder message led to a grounded, joyful love with her fiancé, Ryan. We talk consistency over chaos, moving in (with the Star Wars collectibles), sharing dog custody with an ex, and why hope + self-trust matter more than timelines. Plus: her forest-chapel proposal and a rapid-fire “40-Year-Old Bride” gift-registry game.About our guestStacey Beaman is a marketer and movement maker. She runs a small-business marketing practice and co-founded Plyojam, a sexy, sweaty, super-fun cardio dance format empowering thousands to shake it out and feel amazing. Spiritually centered and community-driven, Stacey believes the world thrives on the love and grace we offer each other.IG: @staceybeeman What we coverHealing, identity, and dating after a brief first marriageLetting your career be your love story—for a seasonThe injury + pandemic pause that clarified what she really wantedSafety, sanity, and swipe stories (including a “Tinder Swindler”-era stakeout by yours truly 🙋🏻‍♀️)Meeting her now-fiancé from high school—decades later—via TinderWhy consistency is Stacey’s greenest flagMoving in after 40: compromise, communication, and… vintage Jabba the HuttSharing custody of a dog with an ex (and what that says about character)The forest-chapel proposal at Mammoth’s Twin LakesAdvice for brides-to-be in their 40s, 50s, 60s: stay open, don’t “waste the wait,” and rethink the “perfect package”Stacey’s takeaways:“My business was my love story for a long time.”“Consistency is the green flag. No games—just steady care.”“Don’t waste the wait. Live fully so you’re interesting to yourself, too.”“Love rarely arrives in the package you pictured. Focus on what actually matters.”Connect with Stacey:Instagram: @staceybeamanDM for small-business marketing support & Playa Jam class infoConnect with Carrie:Instagram: @carriemurrayYouTube: Carrie On!Web: carrie-murray.comSponsors of this episode:Ready for TED with Toni Purry — 8-week program to craft your big idea and hit the red circle.Two Peacocks Travel — group adventures for women that blend connection, growth, and purpose.

🎙️Carrie On! Show Notes:When J. Smiles’ father died suddenly, her mother’s dementia accelerated from grief-induced trauma into a rapid decline. Overnight, J. went from touring comic and multi-hyphenate professional to full-time only-child caregiver—and discovered just how broken (and expensive) the system is. We talk candidly about the $900 Alzheimer’s medication with insurance, the IRS flagging her for “money laundering” while she was literally paying for mom’s care, why “balance is a farce,” and the improv rule that saves her sanity: “Yes… and.” If you’re in the sandwich generation, this one will make you feel seen—and give you scripts, steps, and a little laughter to carry on.Caring for an aging parent with dementia is messy, expensive, and heartbreakingly human. Comedian and caregiver J. Smiles shares how her mom’s symptoms accelerated after her dad’s sudden death, the $900 med shock, getting flagged by the IRS while fronting care costs, and the improv rule that keeps her sane: “Yes, and.”Hot Takes & Aha! Moments1. Sticker shock is real: “One of my mom’s Alzheimer’s meds—with insurance—was $900.”2. Paperwork > panic: The biggest early crisis wasn’t money—it was access to money. Power of Attorney and health directives would have prevented months of chaos.3. The IRS might call (seriously): Moving funds to front costs for a parent can trigger flags. Keep records; get legal docs before you need them.4. Balance is a myth: “It’s not balance—it’s being on call forever.” Permission granted to stop chasing equilibrium.5. Improv saves caregivers: “Yes, and…” in your head. Don’t argue with dementia—join the moment, redirect for safety, and look for humor.6. The best helpers aren’t always family: Angels often come from neighbors, church, or a brand-new agency owner who’s “been there.”7. Self-care that’s not cute: A doctor telling you “At this rate, you’ll die before your mom” can be the wake-up call to change everything.8. The hardest grief: The body stays the same; the mind slowly leaves. That’s why denial hangs on—and why humor matters.Memorable Quotes:“I was effing furious. If I’m catching hell with connections, what happens to people without them?”“Balance is a farce. You’re either on call or asleep.”“Always say yes in your mind. Don’t fight the disease—redirect it.”“The person looks the same for a long time—but their mind is leaving. That’s the grief.”Guest: @jsmilescomedy | jsmilescomedy.com | parentingup.comSponsors (from this episode)Two Peacocks Travel — Transformative small-group adventures for women: https://www.twopeacockstravel.com/RFC21 — Progressive consulting and expert witness services in public child welfare: https://www.rfc21.com/Disclaimer: This show is for storytelling and information only; not medical, legal, financial, or therapeutic advice.💬 Loved this episode?If J. Smiles’ story resonated with you, help us reach more caregivers by following, liking, and subscribing to Carrie On! on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify. Your support amplifies these conversations and reminds every caregiver—you are not alone.

Show Notes:What happens when you grow up with a working mom, become one yourself, and then raise a daughter who chooses the same path? In this episode, I sit down with someone who’s known me the longest—my mom, Gail—to talk about three generations of working mothers and what it really takes to balance family, career, and self.From growing up in a military household to raising kids during Navy deployments, to building a 42-year federal career that ended at NASA Ames, my mom shares the lessons, struggles, and resilience that defined her motherhood journey—and shaped mine.Whether you’re a working mom, the child of one, or questioning the “mom guilt” narrative, you’ll walk away inspired by her story.In this episode:Growing up with a working mother in the 1930s and 1940sBuilding a marriage and raising kids while navigating Navy lifeFacing stigma: “How could you leave your child?”Finding childcare, support, and survival skills on military basesWhy money equals freedom, not shameGoing back to school (with NASA paying!) as a working momHow moving every few years builds resilience and social superpowersHer advice for new moms choosing to go back to workHot takes you’ll love:“I was a better mom because I was happier when I worked.”“If you have more money, you have more choices and more freedom.”“After a while, how much Sesame Street can you watch?”“Nobody knows you and your kids better than you do—turn off the mom-shaming.”Resources & mentions:Two Peacocks Travel — women’s purpose-driven adventuresReady for Ted with Toni Purry — craft your TEDx talkBe Woman Marketing with Stacey Beaman — strategic websites + branding✨ If you loved this episode, please follow, rate, and review the show on Apple Podcasts. Your support helps amplify women’s stories and keeps Carrie On! in the ears of listeners everywhere.

Carrie On! In this boldly honest and wildly informative episode of Carrie On!, host Carrie Murray dives into the (not-so-secret-anymore) world of pelvic floor health with the incredible Dr. Sara Reardon, aka The Vagina Whisperer.From urinary leaks to painful sex, prolapse, menopause, and yes—stronger orgasms—this conversation is your ultimate guide to what’s really going on “down there,” and why no one taught us this sooner.Dr. Sara is a board-certified pelvic floor physical therapist with nearly two decades of experience, the founder of The V-Hive, a TEDx speaker, and author of the empowering new book: "Floored: A Woman’s Guide to Pelvic Floor Health at Every Age and Stage".Whether you’ve had kids, are approaching menopause, or simply want to better understand your body—this episode is a MUST-WATCH. What We Cover:What exactly is the pelvic floor—and why should you care?Why urinary leakage when sneezing or laughing isn’t normal (even if common)The link between pelvic floor strength and better orgasms (and when too tight is a problem!)Why pelvic issues affect everyone—not just postpartum or menopausal womenHow to proactively support your pelvic health during perimenopauseTopical estrogen, vulva moisturizers, and the truth about “vagina tightness” mythsNuggets of Wisdom:💥 “These issues are common—but they’re NOT normal.” 💥 “Tension doesn't mean strength. It’s about contraction and relaxation.” 💥 “If your doctor says ‘give it time’—go see someone else.” 💥 “Pelvic floor fitness is not just tightening your vagina—it’s healthcare.” 💥 “It's never too late to start. Even women in their 70s and 80s can improve pelvic health.”📚 GET THE BOOKFloored: A Woman’s Guide to Pelvic Floor Health at Every Age and Stage 🛒 [Available now wherever books are sold] – We'll link it in the description!💪 JOIN THE V-HIVEGet 30 days FREE when you pre-order the book! Visit: https://thevagwhisperer.com🎧 LISTEN TO CARRIE ON!Available on Apple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTube🫶 SPONSORSThank you to our episode sponsors:RFC 21 – Redefining public child welfare with purpose. Visit RFC21.comTwo Peacocks Travel – Thoughtfully curated group trips for women. twopacxtravel.com🎙️ Follow Carrie:@_carriemurray_ 👩‍⚕️ Follow Dr. Sarah: @the.vagina.whisperer

🎙️ Carrie On! Episode: Financial Trauma to Financial Freedom: Retirement Planning Made RealMoney talk isn’t always easy—but it’s necessary. In this powerful episode of Carrie On, I sit down with Diana Greshtchuk, CEO of Fan Your Flame LLC, financial literacy coach, and your best financial friend. Together, we dive into the fears, shame, and myths that often hold women back from financial independence and planning for retirement.From navigating debt (helpful vs. unhelpful), to preparing for college expenses, to setting boundaries around aging parents and long-term care, Diana shares trauma-informed strategies that bring both compassion and clarity to money management.Whether you’re 40 and realizing you haven’t saved enough, sending a kid off to college, or wondering how to care for your parents without draining your retirement fund—this episode gives you tools, tough love, and hope.💡 What You’ll Learn:1. Why financial trauma keeps many women from building wealth—and how to shift out of shame2. The simple mindset change from “I can’t afford this” to “How can I afford this?”3. Why debt isn’t always bad (hello, “helpful debt” vs. “unhelpful debt”)4. How to have “money dates” with yourself to get financially—and emotionally—naked5. Strategies for balancing saving, investing, and living the life you want📌 Links & ResourcesConnect with Diana: https://fan-your-flame.com/Download her free Money Date Hand Book: https://fanyourflame.kit.com/ab6995bff8 and start your financial check-in todayFollow Fan Your Flame LLC on Instagram & Facebook🙏 Special Thanks to Our SponsorsTwo Peacocks Travel – Women supporting women through curated global adventures. Find your next travel bestie at twopacxtravel.comReady for TED with Toni Purry – An 8-week program to clarify your message and craft your TEDx talk. Apply at readyforted.com✨ And hey, while you’re there, hit follow/subscribe on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, or Spotify. That way, you’ll never miss an episode packed with wisdom, humor, and the real talk we all need.

✨ Episode Summary: This week on Carry On!, we dive into passport stamps, personal growth, and the power of travel with the dynamic founders of Two Peacocks Travel — Sandy and Ana. What started as a post-pandemic soul-searching trip with their kids turned into a globe-trotting mission to empower women to reclaim adventure and connection in midlife.From Machu Picchu birthdays to hot air balloons over Morocco, this episode will ignite your wanderlust—and maybe even get you booking that long-dreamed trip. Discover how this woman-owned boutique travel company curates immersive, impact-driven group adventures across Cuba, Peru, Morocco, and beyond—while building lasting friendships along the way. ✈️ Whether you're newly empty nesting, post-divorce, recently retired, or just craving meaning and movement—this episode is your permission slip.👯‍♀️ Guests: Sandy & Ana Founders of Two Peacocks Travel 🌍 twopacockstravel.com 🎧 Two Peacocks Podcast available on Apple & Spotify 🌏 In This Episode, We Explore:How two hospital administrators pivoted to full-time travel curatorsWhy adventure in midlife matters more than everHow their group travel model helps women make deep connections—fastTips for solo female travelers (from passport prep to personal safety)What sustainable, impact-driven travel really looks like🧳 Featured Trips & Signature Destinations:🌍 Cuba (authentic connection, giving back, local immersion)🐪 Morocco (hot air balloons, sisterhood, surprise belly laughs)🏔️ Peru (Machu Picchu magic, bucket list dreams come true)🌸 Oaxaca (Day of the Dead with mezcal & meaning)👣 Camino de Santiago (spiritual 78-mile walk across Spain)💬 Quotes to Carry On:“We give women the permission they didn’t know they were waiting for.” – Ana “You can start something new at any age. This is our third chapter—and we’re writing it boldly.” – Sandy “Don’t wait for someone to say yes. Be your own yes. Book the trip.” -Ana👥 Let’s Connect: 🌐 Website: TwoPeacocksTravel.com 📸 Instagram: @two_peacocks_travel 📺 YouTube: Two Peacocks Travel 🎧 Podcast: Two Peacocks on Apple & Spotify 📘 TikTok & Facebook: Two Peacocks Travel📣 Shoutouts: ✨ Stacey Beaman of BeWomanMarketing.com – helping purpose-driven entrepreneurs show up professionally online ✨ Everyday Action – nonprofit partner helping extend impact beyond the trip👍 Don't Forget To: 🔔 Like, subscribe, and hit the bell so you don’t miss an episode 💬 Comment with your dream destination 🌍 Share this with a woman who needs adventure in her next chapter

Carrie On! Episode: What happens when the kids leave the nest… and you still have dreams left to chase?In this heartfelt and motivating episode of Carry On!, host Carrie Murray sits down with Harvard-trained dermatologist, hair restoration expert, and mom of three, Dr. Meena Singh, for a raw and empowering conversation about motherhood, legacy, aging, and what comes next.As Carrie prepares to send her daughter off to college, and Dr. Meena reflects on raising her children solo while building her medical practice, the two women explore the grief, grit, and growth of midlife transitions—and how to reinvent yourself without losing yourself in the process. From skincare tips in your 40s and 50s to the emotional toll of an emptying nest, this episode blends vulnerability, expert insight, and sisterhood. Whether you're navigating college drop-offs, career pivots, or crow’s feet, this one’s for you.Guest: Dr. Meena Singh Board-Certified Dermatologist & Hair Transplant Surgeon 📍Founder of Skin and Hair Center, Overland Park, KS 📸 Instagram: @drmeenasingh 🌐 Website: skinandhaircenter.com💡 What You'll Learn in This Episode: -What it's really like to drop your first kid off at college -The bittersweet beauty of reclaiming your time post-motherhood -How Dr. Meena built her career while raising 3 daughters solo -The surprising truth about women’s hair loss after 40 How legacy and community shape our definition of success💬 Quotes to Carry On: “You have 18 years where your household is a certain way—then it changes forever.” – Dr. Meena Singh “I raised this child. I’m a single mom. She’s alive, she made it. That’s legacy.” "My daughter met Ruby Bridges. That’s not history—it’s our present.”🌍 Sponsors Who Support This Show: 🎒 Two Peacocks Travel – Curated small group travel for women in midlife 📚 RFC 21 – Transforming public child welfare with integrity & innovation 💻 Be Woman Marketing – Helping women-owned businesses grow with confidenceLet’s Connect: 📺 Watch more episodes: YouTube.com/@CarrieOnShow 🎧 Listen on Spotify & Apple Podcasts Follow Carrie: https://www.instagram.com/_carriemurray_/

🎙 Carrie On! Episode: Amplify Her Voice: From Miss Alabama to Media Powerhouse with Toni Purry In this deeply inspiring episode, host Carrie Murray is joined by speaker, author, and communication strategist Toni Purry—founder of Shaping Narrative and creator of Ready for TED. Toni’s journey from a determined college student chasing scholarships to becoming the first Black Miss Alabama USA, and later a top-tier PR agency owner, is nothing short of extraordinary. Together, they explore themes of confidence, legacy, and the power of storytelling as a tool for influence, reinvention, and liberation. ✨ Key Talking Points: The power of voice: Why Toni believes there’s a cultural agenda to silence women—and how storytelling disrupts that. The origin of confidence: How Toni’s childhood and relentless pursuit of the Miss Alabama crown shaped her grit and mission. Four B’s of narrative power: Be curious, be scrutinizing, be willing to reject, and be optimistic—Toni's method for rewriting both public and personal narratives. Signature talks & thought leadership: Toni’s three-part recipe—values, expertise, and personal story + a dash of confidence. The birth of Ready for TED: An intimate 8-week program helping women craft their TEDx-worthy talk rooted in truth and transformation. 👑 Quotes to Carry On: “When women speak up and share their stories, other women see themselves—and they feel less alone.” – Tony Purry “You can’t just suck it up anymore. Confidence is a muscle—and we have to work it.” “If they won’t build you a stage, build your own.” 📣 Mentioned in This Episode: 🔹 RFC21 – https://www.rfc21.com/ 🔹 Two Peacocks Travel – https://www.twopeacockstravel.com/ 🔹 Ready For TED – https://www.readyforted.com/ 👥 Let’s Connect: 🎧 Listen on Apple Podcasts & Spotify 📸 Follow Carrie: @bra_network 📸 Follow Tony: @tonypurry 🌐 Learn more: https://www.carrie-murray.com/ 📢 Don't Forget: 👍 Like this episode 📝 Comment below with your favorite takeaway 🔔 Subscribe & hit the bell so you never miss an episode 📬 Share this with a woman whose voice needs to be heard #CarrieOnPodcast #TonyPuri #AmplifyHerVoice #WomenInLeadership #TEDxTalk #ConfidenceCoach #SignatureTalk #MyHypeBook #StorytellingPower #MidlifeReinvention #WomenSupportingWomen #PublicSpeaking #SpeakerTraining #WomenInPR #EmpoweredVoices #NarrativeStrategy

🎙️ Carrie On! – Episode: “Saying No, Setting Boundaries & the Enneagram Edge with Tracy O’Malley” Host: Carrie Murray Guest: Tracy O'Malley - https://tracyomalley.com/ – Enneagram Expert, Leadership Coach, Business BiohackerEpisode Summary: In this empowering and hilarious episode, host Carrie Murray dives into the complicated world of boundaries, saying no, and personal reinvention—with the brilliant and blunt Tracy O’Malley. Known globally for her transformative work with the Enneagram, Tracy breaks down why setting boundaries is so hard (especially for women), how people-pleasing shows up in different Enneagram types, and why saying "no" might be the most loving thing you do for yourself and others.Carrie kicks things off with a deeply personal (and hysterical) story about how she nearly took a job on a cruise ship just to avoid confrontation. Tracy unpacks the psychology behind these kinds of decisions and shares how understanding our Enneagram type helps us break free from cycles of self-abandonment, burnout, and resentment.In This Episode You’ll Learn: Why saying “no” feels so damn hard—and how to make it easier How the Enneagram is an “atlas for your soul” (and not just another personality quiz) How different types struggle with boundaries in unique ways What it means to be a “yes person” vs a “no queen”—and how to find your sweet spot 3 game-changing tips to create space for miracles in your calendar 📍Connect with Tracy O’Malley: Website: tracyomalley.com Podcast: The Enneagram Edge (400+ episodes!) Instagram: @tracy_omalley LinkedIn: Tracy O’MalleyThis episode is sponsored by: Be Woman Marketing – Strategic websites + done-for-you marketing magic. bewomanmarketing.com Two Peacocks Travel – Curated global adventures for women seeking growth & sisterhood. 2peacockstravel.com RFC 21 – Transforming public child welfare systems with equity and purpose. rfc21.comListen & Subscribe: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/carrie-on-with-carrie-murray/id1829193172 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2icI2dCIVgJUacoXTEsOrM?si=648c9767e7ae491e YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@carrie_murray

Carrie On! This isn’t just a show. It’s a rally cry. It’s where we unpack the beautiful, brutal, bold moments of midlife and beyond. The second (or third) act. The rebirths, resets, and the radical audacity it takes to start over, especially when the world says you should’ve had it all figured out by now. Because as we grow older (and wiser, with any luck), we don’t stop evolving. We keep shifting careers, renegotiating relationships, rediscovering our passions, healing past wounds, and building something new from the ashes. Carrie On! was born from that place. And I’m inviting you to come along. Each episode features raw, real conversations with fearless entrepreneurs, truth-tellers, and changemakers who are rewriting the rules and their own stories. No matter what generation you belong to, if you’ve ever felt like you had to carry it all alone, this show is for you.