Pass The Mic Podcast

Leadership isn’t about the spotlight. It’s about the small, consistent moments that make people feel valued, heard, and respected. This episode features: Marissa Dacay, Mari Docter, Brandis DeZon, Lara Barmish, and Charity Webb. The titles and associated companies for each individual featured in this episode were accurate at the time of interview and recording.

Confidence, instinct, and connection. These three assets are what female leaders rely on to give them power. This episode is all about reflections of confidence and how their experiences have shaped their careers.  This episode features: Meg Beaudet, Cristina Lawrence,  Beth Ann Kaminkow, Lara Barmish, and Marissa Dacay. The titles and associated companies for each individual featured in this episode were accurate at the time of interview and recording.

A good leader is one who not only recognizes the strength within themselves, but the strengths of their teams, as well. We explore what it means to build connections and trust with your team, creating a work environment where everyone can thrive. This episode features: Charity Webb, Beth Ann Kaminkow, Mari Docter, Catherine Berger, and Cristina Lawrence. The titles and associated companies for each individual featured in this episode were accurate at the time of interview and recording.

Networking, the art of meeting others, and building lasting connections in a professional setting is a vital tool to have in your career toolbelt. We explore the importance of networking, how to create meaningful relationships, and how you can make it all happen.  This episode features: Catherine Berger, Meg Beaudet, Cristina Lawrence, Beth Ann Kaminkow, Lara Barmish, Brandis DeZon, and Charity Webb. The titles and associated companies for each individual featured in this episode were accurate at the time of interview and recording.

Change is inevitable. From new jobs to new cities, growth can challenge and reward us. Let’s unpack the lessons, beauty, and triumphs of taking a chance on yourself.This episode features Colleen Canty, Executive Director of Client Business Leadership at OMD USA.The titles and associated companies for each individual featured in this episode were accurate at the time of interview and recording.

From first steps to dream jobs, change shapes us. Learn how to navigate growth, take risks, and embrace the lessons that come from leaving your comfort zone.This episode features: Jessica Henrichs, Chief Executive Officer from Colle McVoy.The titles and associated companies for each individual featured in this episode were accurate at the time of interview and recording.

Ambition, identity, family, self-care—can we really “have it all” without burning out? Let’s explore what balance truly means and how redefining success starts on your own terms.This episode features: Maria Tullin, SVP, Managing Director, Performance Audio, at Horizon Media.The titles and associated companies for each individual featured in this episode were accurate at the time of interview and recording.

Speaking up for yourself isn’t easy, but self-advocacy is a skill that changes everything. Let’s talk about finding your voice early in your career.This episode features: Haley Paas, SVP, Media, at Verizon.The titles and associated companies for each individual featured in this episode were accurate at the time of interview and recording.

Once a career badge of honor, company loyalty looks different today. Let’s explore when to stay, when to grow, and how to build lasting connections without losing momentum.This episode features: Katy Hornaday, CEO at BarkleyOKRP.The titles and associated companies for each individual featured in this episode were accurate at the time of interview and recording.

Work hard, live well. Let’s unpack ambition, burnout, balance, and the wake-up calls that redefine how we live and succeed.This episode features: Marisa Shockley, Global Client Lead at Omnicom.The titles and associated companies for each individual featured in this episode were accurate at the time of interview and recording.

Mistakes don’t define you, they refine you. No path is perfect. Let’s talk about missteps, resilience, and how it all can make you stronger and wiser.This episode features: Noelle Perez, Head of US Media & Performance Marketing at Samsung Electronics America.The titles and associated companies for each individual featured in this episode were accurate at the time of interview and recording.

Work-life balance sounds great—until your inbox never sleeps. Learn how to set boundaries that stick and protect your time without losing career momentum.This episode features: Dani Benowitz, Global Chief Negotiations Officer at Omnicom Media.The titles and associated companies for each individual featured in this episode were accurate at the time of interview and recording.

Advocating for yourself can be tough—especially without the title or authority. Learn how to use your voice and communicate with confidence.This episode features: Nancy Hall, Chief Client Officer at WPP Media US.The titles and associated companies for each individual featured in this episode were accurate at the time of interview and recording.

As life and roles shift, work-life balance can feel like a moving target. Learn how to navigate ambition and life’s shifting tides—on your own terms.This episode features: Katie Klein, Chief Investment Officer at Omnicom Media Group.The titles and associated companies for each individual featured in this episode were accurate at the time of interview and recording.

Finding your passion isn’t always an “aha” moment—it’s a journey. Let’s explore passion and how to make your work feel meaningful over time.This episode features: Micheline Grace Lewis, Chief People Officer at DDB Americas.The titles and associated companies for each individual featured in this episode were accurate at the time of interview and recording.

Getting feedback is how you grow. Learn to take constructive criticism without losing confidence, turn setbacks into growth, and build resilience—because growth isn’t always pretty, but it’s powerful.This episode features: Chrissie Hanson, CEO of OMD US.The titles and associated companies for each individual featured in this episode were accurate at the time of interview and recording.

Building a career as a woman isn’t easy—but every challenge, setback, and win shapes the journey. Learn how women lead with courage, rewrite norms, and rise together. This episode features: Christine Gambino, Chief Operations Officer at Flywheel Digital.The titles and associated companies for each individual featured in this episode were accurate at the time of interview and recording.

Pass the Mic's newest season is here and it's all about mentorship. Tune in now to hear from powerful women who've learned all the do's and don'ts and want to share their advice with you.

The newest season of Pass the Mic is here and it's all about mentorship. Hosted by Morgan James and with younger, professional women in mind. From the good times and through the bad, unlock the secrets behind a strong career.

Curiosity opens doors to growth, innovation, and stronger teams. This episode explores how asking the right questions can transform challenges into opportunities and make leadership more impactful.This episode features: Kim Davis, Danisha Lomax, Sue Beigie, and Shirli Zelcer.The titles and associated companies for each individual featured in this episode were accurate at the time of interview and recording.

True leadership is about lifting others up and moving forward together. When we unite and work as one, anything is possible.This episode features: Melissa Gordon-Ring, Kim Grant, Olga Suvorova, and Chauncey Wesley. The titles and associated companies for each individual featured in this episode were accurate at the time of interview and recording.

Fearless leadership isn't luck, it's a mindset. And learning how to get there with confidence, courage and no apologies starts here.This episode features: Sue Beigie, Shirli Zelcer, Nicole Estebanell, and Melissa Gordon-Ring.The titles and associated companies for each individual featured in this episode were accurate at the time of interview and recording.

Complexity is part of the job. Keeping things simple, clear, and direct turns chaos into progress.This episode features: Aruna Natarajan, Carrie Drinkwater, Olga Suvorova, and Andrea Lennon.The titles and associated companies for each individual featured in this episode were accurate at the time of interview and recording.  

What if leadership started with empathy first? If the way we empower teams, build trust, and drive results is based on the humanity of each pf us? Let's dive in to why empathy works.This episode features: Nicole Estebanell, Rosabel Murai, Carrie Drinkwater, and Sue Beigie.The titles and associated companies for each individual featured in this episode were accurate at the time of interview and recording.

Too many rules, not enough freedom. Women today are redefining societal norms and rewriting what it means to be a woman in and out of the workplace.This episode features Ashley Flowers.The titles and associated companies for each individual featured in this episode were accurate at the time of interview and recording. 

Filters, photoshop, perfectly curated social feeds—people are hooked on living the picture-perfect life. What's better? Being authentically you.This episode features Brie Garcia.The titles and associated companies for each individual featured in this episode were accurate at the time of interview and recording.

With new roles comes new responsibilities, challenges, and learning curves. According to these powerful women, the growth and learning never stops.This episode features: Alex McClure, Liz Rutgersson, Mindy Barry, Ro Patrick, and Varsha Kaura.The titles and associated companies for each individual featured in this episode were accurate at the time of interview and recording.

Teamwork builds confidence and a sense of community. That rings true for working women everywhere. No matter what title you hold, collaboration is key.This episode features: Emily Graham, Michele Barlow, Michele Rousseau, Ro Patrick, and Stacy DeRiso.The titles and associated companies for each individual featured in this episode were accurate at the time of interview and recording.

Say it loud and proud: Your voice matters. Powerful women in the industry know speaking up for yourself is just as important as advocating for others.This episode features: Alex McClure, Michele Barlow, Michele Rousseau, Mindy Barry, and Varsha Kaura.The titles and associated companies for each individual featured in this episode were accurate at the time of interview and recording.

In a predominantly male industry, how do women forge a path in the auto world? Today we’re hearing from the badass female leaders in auto who figured it out—and getting their advice for the next generation.This episode features: Tracy Cassady, Shenan Reed, Breanne  Carpenter, Jen Brace, and Chrissy Taylor.The titles and associated companies for each individual featured in this episode were accurate at the time of interview and recording.For more inspirational content, check out the Pass The Mic page. Connect with us on LinkedIn and Instagram. 

Female perspectives have been secondary for far too long. Thankfully, storytellers like Amy Nicholson, co-host of the podcast Unspooled, are breathing new life into tired conversations. Hear how Amy carved out her own voice in a crowded industry, and her advice to the next generation of creators. This episode features: Amy Nicholson.The titles and associated companies for each individual featured in this episode were accurate at the time of interview and recording.

For Earwolf Executive Producer Amelia Chappelow, there is no purer form of storytelling than audio. In this episode, you’ll learn about her long career as an audio storyteller, the challenges she’s faced throughout her work in media, and her advice for cultivating a more diverse creator landscape.This episode features: Amelia Chappelow.The titles and associated companies for each individual featured in this episode were accurate at the time of interview and recording.

From fresh originals to revivals of old favorites, we’re in a new era where women’s stories are finally being centered in pop culture, and it’s thanks to trailblazers like Ashley Ray, host of TV, I Say. Get the scoop on what stories Ashley thinks female audiences actually want to hear, and what it will take to continue to push the entertainment industry forward.This episode features: Ashley Ray.The titles and associated companies for each individual featured in this episode were accurate at the time of interview and recording.

What does the path to self-improvement look like for a recovered perfectionist? Hear from Hannah Brown, host of Better Tomorrow, as she digs into what it takes to become a better version of herself and accepting that she may not have all the answers. This episode features: Hannah Brown.The titles and associated companies for each individual featured in this episode were accurate at the time of interview and recording.

How do you build a career that’s perfectly suited to your unique passions, skills and ethos? For Trials to Triumphs host Ashley Blaine Featherson Jenkins, carving a path for herself meant creating a show that’s unlike any other.  This episode features: Ashley Blaine Featherson Jenkins.The titles and associated companies for each individual featured in this episode were accurate at the time of interview and recording.

It’s no secret that true crime has become a top genre for female storytellers. But audiochuck host and producer Delia D’Ambra wasn’t lured to the category for thrills. Instead, she says the ability to nurture the story and build trust with her sources appealed to her most, and being able to give listeners that added context has helped drive real world impact. This episode features: Delia D’Ambra.The titles and associated companies for each individual featured in this episode were accurate at the time of interview and recording.

Ever think about what it would be like if all your wildest dreams came true? Kylie Low, host of the true crime podcast Dark Downeast, talks about how she was able to achieve some of her most ambitious career goals with the help of a few very influential women.This episode features: Kylie Lowe.The titles and associated companies for each individual featured in this episode were accurate at the time of interview and recording.

Ever feel like you always have to be on guard? Whether at work or simply walking to the car, we as women are often put in threatening situations. Thankfully, hosts of The First Degree, Jac Vanek and Alexis Linkletter, have found safety and comfort in the community of women who tune in to their show, as well as each other. This episode features: Jac Vanek and Alexis Linkletter.The titles and associated companies for each individual featured in this episode were accurate at the time of interview and recording.

Take a look back at your career; would you have been able to predict the journey? Odds are, you would not. Take a listen to women across the corporate world about their trajectories and what they've learned along the way. This episode features: Jennifer Murillo, Randi Stipes, Joy Allen Altimare, Kathy Kline, Sarah Moore, and Neha Malik.The titles and associated companies for each individual featured in this episode were accurate at the time of interview and recording.

The workplace is as diverse and dynamic as it's ever been, so how do women continue to create an environment that develops and inspires?  Hear from top women about how they've adjusted their leadership styles in the moment. This episode features: Randi Stipes, Kathy Kline, Stephanie Starr, Sarah Ivey, Sarah Moore, and Neha Malik.The titles and associated companies for each individual featured in this episode were accurate at the time of interview and recording.

The Female Quotient is the premiere hotspot at just about every industry event, period. As the biggest advocates for equality in the workplace, we had the pleasure of sitting down with three complete game changers at CES 2024 in the one and only Equality Lounge®. This episode features:  Shelley Zalis, Talia Bender, and Amber Coleman-Mortley. The titles and associated companies for each individual featured in this episode were accurate at the time of interview and recording.

What happens when you make plans? Life comes at you. Today we're hearing from women across the professional world that adapted and embraced the curves of life. This episode features: Randi Stipes, Joy Allen Altimare, Kathy Kline, Sarah Moore, Jennifer Murillo, Neha Malik, Stephanie Starr, and Sarah Ivey. The titles and associated companies for each individual featured in this episode were accurate at the time of interview and recording.

We've seen some progress with women entering the c-suite—increasing to 28% in the last eight years—but we have to do more. The way women lead is unique, and their perspectives are invaluable from the mail room up to the corner office. This episode features: Kathleen Saxton, Serena Anthony, DJ Perrera, Abi Evans, Susan Schiekofer, Jacs Wyatt, and Jenna Fidelow.The titles and associated companies for each individual featured in this episode were accurate at the time of interview and recording.

Stop—wait a minute. When everyone is looking at you, it’s crucial to lead by example, and taking that one moment to think things through could make all the difference. Remember: Calm is contagious.This episode features: Dani Mariano, Hilary Batsel, Josy Amann, Kathleen Saxton, DJ Perrera, and Tiffany Warren. The titles and associated companies for each individual featured in this episode were accurate at the time of interview and recording.

So much of what we learn, we learn by doing. These intangibles gleaned from our experiences help us become the workers, managers, and teammates we are today. Let's talk about the unwritten rules.This episode features: Hilary Batsel, Taji Zaminasli, Amy Marino, Lynn Branigan, Susan Schiekofer, and Abi Evans. The titles and associated companies for each individual featured in this episode were accurate at the time of interview and recording.

When was the last time you branched out and learned something completely new? Ignite your curiosity and hear from women leaders about the old adage: Never stop learning.This episode features: Amy Marino, Kathleen Saxton, DJ Perrera, Serena Anthony, Tiffany Warren, Jacs Wyatt, and Dani Mariano.The titles and associated companies for each individual featured in this episode were accurate at the time of interview and recording.

Reject cruelty, stay human. There is a way to be vulnerable in the workplace—hear from female leaders about how they show compassion and lead with a human-first approach.This episode features: Hilary Batsel, Taji Zaminasli, Josy Amann, Abi Evans, Serena Anthony, Jacs Wyatt, and Jenna Fidelow. The titles and associated companies for each individual featured in this episode were accurate at the time of interview and recording.

Mic check! These ladies get it. They’re powerful all-stars, and they’re here to pass the mic. But you don’t need to be in the C-suite to help other women rise. Get ready to empower others. This episode features: Robin Triplett, Precious L. Williams, Charlene Holmes, Teri Gallo, and Deepti Velury. The titles and associated companies for each individual featured in this episode were accurate at the time of interview and recording.

 Leah Meranus, CEO, North America, dentsu X. Leah started in consulting before reconnecting with her passion for marketing, learning how to jump into opportunities and pivot along the way. She works to converge her marketing ideas across different disciplines.This episode features: Leah Meranus. The titles and associated companies for each individual featured in this episode were accurate at the time of interview and recording.

Get hyped for actionable advice. Be you—in your comfort zone and out—let’s f*cking go! These quick hits of wisdom will get you pumped to take charge of your life.This episode features:  Tinx, Katy Hendricks, Jessica Brown, Shawna Guevara, Amelia Moore, Nancy Hall, Shelley Zalis, and Marissa Nance. The titles and associated companies for each individual featured in this episode were accurate at the time of interview and recording.