WOMEN WHO ROCK (The World)

After 14 years of service as a Marine Corps leader, Sonya Achara experienced a profound spiritual awakening that reshaped her understanding of consciousness, healing, and personal power. Navigating single motherhood and life’s challenges, she discovered the extraordinary potential of quantum embodiment to ignite deep transformation.Today Sonya is a certified quantum embodiment activator and author of "Remember Who You Are: My Journey to Higher Consciousness", and helps people access expanded states of being to enhance creativity, intuitive decision-making, and soul-aligned leadership.

A&R Scout at Atlantic Records and founder at VH Management, Tori Hamersky takes us into the world of artist management and touring with a disability.

This episode is for all growth-seekers who want to gain clarity, and create a fulfilling and soul-aligned life—both personally and professionally.

In this inspiring episode, I virtually sat down with Pamdiana Jones, an author and fearless solo traveler who spent three years exploring the world on her own. We dive into what it’s really like to travel solo as a woman, how the experience shaped her personal growth, and the stories that led to her book 'When In Roam'. Whether you’re dreaming of your own solo trip or curious about the mindset it takes to leap into the unknown, this conversation is packed with insight, empowerment, and wanderlust.Hit play and get ready to be transported 🌍✨

Being a stepmom comes with unique challenges—but you don’t have to navigate them alone! In this episode, I sit down with Claudette, ‪ a certified stepmom coach with a degree in psychology of communication, to discuss practical strategies for building strong relationships, setting boundaries, and overcoming common struggles in blended families. Whether you’re a new stepmom or have been in the role for years, this episode is packed with expert insights to help you thrive.

Katie McGreal is a mindfulness teacher and relax kids coach. She is a survivor or parental emotional and mental abuse, which she overcame after years of therapy and meditation and going no contact with her family

Martina Nixe Riva is an Italian guitarist and founder of rock band Killing Baudelaire

Rena Rosenthal Cohen is a Behaviour Change Coach and Registered Dietitian who has been working in the weight loss industry for over 20 years. Over the years, she has seen the damage fad diets, detoxes, and, even worse, the hormonal problems which have impacted women’s lives who in their desperation have resorted to quick fixes in order to lose weight. It’s these unsustainable approaches that have led to 95% of people not only regaining lost weight but also creating beliefs around food and nutrition that are centered around calorie restriction as opposed to being nutritious and balanced to optimize health. Rena is a strong advocate for women’s health and believes that they key to successful and long term weight loss centres around prioritizing self care to ensure women can feel good about what it takes to look and feel their best.

Maria Costanzo Palmer is a writer and Page Turner Award finalist for her co-authored book On the Rocks: The Primadonna Story (Koehler Books 8/8/23). The book has garnered critical acclaim, winning the 2023 American Book Fest Award and being named the 2024 Book of the Year at the New York Book Festival. The book was also mentioned in Forbes Magazine in December 2023 as a must-have for the “Entrepreneurial-Spirited People on Your Holiday List.” She was recognized as one of L.A. Weekly’s “Top 15 Rising Authors to Watch in 2023.” As the eldest child of an award-winning restaurateur, her life took an unexpected turn when her father became incarcerated, inspiring her to work with Get on the Bus, a nonprofit organization dedicated to reuniting children with their incarcerated parents.

Lotje Horvers has been a tour manager since 2003, managing productions at club, theater & arena level. Her clients include Within Temptation, Fever Ray, Mø, Galantis, Robyn, Röyksopp, M83 and the Knife. She won the 2020 Women in Live Music "Tour Manager of the year" award, is a frequent music industry panelist and in 2021, she co-launched non-profit Backstage Pass, aimed at improving diversity and inclusion in the Dutch live music industry.

Kelly Irene is a speaker and coach dedicated to helping women align their careers and lives with their authentic selves. After living as an imposter for over a decade, she discovered astrology as the tool that transformed her Human Resources career and reconnected her with her true purpose. As the Founder of Most True You, Kelly blends personal astrology with actionable strategies to empower women navigating career transitions, leadership growth, and life’s big changes. With 20+ years of HR experience and a passion for breaking taboos, she offers a fresh perspective on professional development, team dynamics, and personal fulfillment.

Eleonora Rocca is WomenX Impact’s founder and managing director. She also is a speaker, a digital marketing consultant and a corporate trainer on digital innovation, effective communication, personal branding and entrepreneurship.

Paris Visone is an acclaimed documentary and tour photographer who has toured with bands like New Kids on the Block, Brandi Carlile, Limp Bizkit, Blondie, and Big Time Rush, capturing rare backstage and dynamic live moments. Her work has been featured in Rolling Stone, Spin, and other prominent publications, and has been showcased in numerous exhibitions. Her acclaimed series “Gender Roles and Appearance” won the Getty Images Editorial Photography Grant. Her debut book, For Real, merges commercial and fine art photography.

Madame Mayhem is an American singer/songwriter from New York. She worked with Billy Sheehan, Ray Luzier of Korn, Keith Wallen from Breaking Benjamin and more.

Sophie Aurélia Young is the creator and founder of Bloodlust Clothing, an alternative fashion brand, creating custom-made pieces. She is also bass player of Star Circus.

Zoe Marie Federoff is the founder and singer of Catalyst Crime and keyboardist/vocals for Cradle Of Filth. Today we talked about women in music, combining motherhood with touring and harassment in the music industry.