Stanford sleep physician and researcher Dr. Cheri Mah has worked with NFL champions, NBA MVPs, and Olympic gold medalists, and in this episode she is bringing that same expertise to ambitious women who are ready to stop running on empty. We break down what elite performers do differently at night, how to identify and pay back your sleep debt, what lack of sleep is actually doing to your hormones, weight, mood, and performance, and we put the internet's biggest sleep myths to the test including ones you are probably living by right now.

You can find more about Dr. Cheri Mah on her website (www.drcherimah.com) and on social media @drcherimah.

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Aditi Sharma spent two decades in beauty and wellness marketing at L'Oréal, Redken, Matrix, and Equinox, then walked away to co-found Coat, the first professional hair color topcoat. She breaks down why corporate stress can outweigh startup stress, how to spot real ingredient claims vs. marketing hype, and what it actually takes to launch in a saturated beauty industry. A must-listen for any woman considering the leap from corporate to entrepreneurship.

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GLP-1 specialist Dr. Meghan breaks down the biggest myths about weight loss medication, the stigma, the side effects, and whether you can ever stop taking it. Triple board-certified in obesity medicine, internal medicine, and lifestyle medicine, Dr. Meghan explains how GLP-1s actually work in the body and what changes once you hit your goal. Heather asks the questions people are afraid to ask out loud: is this cheating, will the weight come back, and what does life on GLP-1s really look like long-term.

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Hormone specialist Paige Lindgren explains why your period cravings aren't random. That chocolate craving, the carb obsession during your luteal phase it's your body asking for specific nutrients it needs. Paige breaks down exactly what to eat in each phase of your cycle, from iron on your period to fiber that helps balance your hormones. No extremes, no cookie-cutter meal plan just food that works with your body instead of against it.

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You built the career. You hit the goals. So why does something still feel like it's missing?

In this episode, Master Certified Coach and TEDx organizer Nida Leardprasopsuk breaks down the hidden patterns that high-achieving women carry into their relationships, their friendships, and their sense of self and why the very traits that make them exceptional at work are often the ones quietly costing them.

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Shame has been keeping you small but what if it's actually the thing that sets you free? Shoshanna Raven, 8-figure life artist, transformational coach, and author of the bestselling book, The Limit Does Not Exist, joins Heather to share how she transformed her most vulnerable, stigmatized moment into a multi-million dollar movement called Living Brave, built entirely without paid ads. In this episode: why bravery beats confidence every single time, how your focus and energy are the only wealth-building tools you actually control, and why the thing you've been hiding might be your greatest asset. This one is for the woman who is done playing small.

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The hidden cost of being strong? Healing in silence. Psychotherapist Ashley McGirt-Adair reveals what it costs women to keep.

The hidden cost of being strong is often healing in silence and most of us don't even realize we're doing it. Licensed psychotherapist, TEDx speaker, and founder of the Therapy Fund Foundation Ashley McGirt-Adair joins Heather to break down why so many women, especially women of color, carry their pain alone, what it actually looks like in everyday life, and how to find culturally responsive support that fits who you truly are. Ashley's book The Cost of Healing in Silence is available now wherever books are sold.

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Board-certified cosmetic surgeon Dr. Kandace Kichler gets honest about what women aren't being told about cosmetic surgery, body contouring, and aging smarter at every decade. From the truth about Air Sculpt and how it actually differs from traditional lipo, to the decade-by-decade breakdown of what your body actually needs in your 20s, 30s, and 40s. Dr. Kichler also breaks down the mindset every woman needs before considering any cosmetic procedure, and why the women walking through her door aren't there for vanity, they're there for confidence.

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Waiting for your big break is keeping you broke and invisible. Actress and filmmaker Dalia Rooni didn't wait for Hollywood to open the door, she built her own and walked her first feature film straight into South by Southwest. She's spilling everything on career growth, representation, and radical self-belief, and lessons learned along the way.

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The job market because it is rough out here and we are not going to pretend otherwise. This week Heather sits down with Katera Patterson, founder of Pin Labs AI. Katera was eight months pregnant, sending out 100 job applications a month, and still couldn't catch a break. So she took less than $500 in savings and bet on herself. Now she's pulling $30,000 months from her laptop as a mom of two.

We get into all of it: the AI tools she actually uses to run her business, the Pinterest strategy that made her first $1,000 in under 30 days, the self-doubt, the failed launches, and the moment she stopped shrinking herself and everything changed.

If you've been feeling stuck, overlooked, or just tired of waiting for someone to give you a shot, pull up a seat. This one's for you.

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Corporations have spent billions training you to spend fast, spend easy, and never ask questions. Two women just built the exit door. Aaron and Kate, the powerhouse duo behind Little Blue Cart, created a vetted directory and marketplace of over 1,300 value-aligned small businesses — and they did it in under a year. They've done all the research so you don't have to, because let's be honest, your girl is busy.

We're getting into ALL of it — how Little Blue Cart was born out of the 2024 election, why your spending power is the one lever of control you still have, how one small purchase is quietly hitting corporate bottom lines where it hurts, and why quiet alignment might be the most powerful form of activism nobody is talking about. If you've ever felt like your voice doesn't matter, wait until you hear what your wallet can do.

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Your safety depends on what you're about to hear.

We sat down with Nina Hobson — former British detective, covert operations expert, and one of the only female heads of security at her level in the world — and she did NOT come to play.

We're talking Uber safety tricks, dating app red flags, why your "nice girl" energy might be working against you, and the one thing you need to stop posting on social media like yesterday.

No fear mongering. No lecture. Just your big sisters and a world class security expert giving you the real unfiltered talk you actually needed someone to have with you.

Because you deserve to be out here living your best life and staying safe while doing it. 

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Is your TikTok skincare routine actually wrecking your skin? We called in an expert and we have answers.

Licensed esthetician, biomedical scientist, and certified acne expert Jillian Schaeffer joins Heather to debunk the viral skincare trends flooding your For You page — from beef tallow as moisturizer to red light therapy, slugging, skin taping, collagen supplements, and more. We're breaking down what actually works for women's skin, what's a total scam, and why your 10-step routine might be the reason you're still breaking out. Whether you're dealing with acne, hyperpigmentation, anti-aging, or dry skin, this episode is your no-BS guide to building a skincare routine that actually slays.

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If you are smart ambitious and doing all the right things but money still feels confusing or stressful this episode is for you. In this conversation on So She Slays we sit down with award winning educator and author Dr Paris Woods to talk about what financial freedom actually looks like for women and why it has nothing to do with hustling harder or doing more.

We get into money mindset redefining success why discipline and budgeting are not the full story and how to build financial freedom that gives you more time peace and control over your life. This is an honest empowering and very real conversation for high achieving women who want a healthier relationship with money and a life that actually feels good to live.

If you have ever thought I did everything right so why does money still feel hard this one is for you.

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Why do so many smart, capable women still struggle with money?

In this episode of the So She Slays Podcast, certified financial planner Hilary Hendershott breaks down the real reason money feels so hard, and it’s not your discipline or intelligence.

We talk money mindset, financial psychology, overspending, debt, and the practical systems women can use to build financial security and long-term wealth. This is a concrete, no-woo conversation about rewiring your relationship with money, creating automated money systems, and taking real action toward financial freedom.

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Feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure about your next move? In this episode of the So She Slays Podcast, we sit down with Veronica Clark to unpack why life transitions feel so hard, and how to move through uncertainty without losing yourself.

We talk about letting go of old identities, navigating emotional waves, and what “alignment” actually means when your career, relationships, or sense of self no longer fit. If you’re questioning everything and craving clarity, this conversation will meet you right where you are.

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In this end-of-year episode, So She Slays Founders, Heather and Chauncey reflect on the lessons 2025 taught them, the hard ones, the funny ones, and the ones they probably should’ve learned sooner. From stressing over men for no reason to realizing control is a scam, they break down what adulting really looked like this year. Expect honest reflection, best-friend banter, and a reminder that sometimes all you can do is figure it out as you go.

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Three-time Emmy Award–winning journalist Georgia Fort joins us to break down what’s really happening in today’s media, AI, algorithms, clickbait, and why the same story can look completely different depending on who’s watching. We talk about the “Blockbuster vs. Netflix” moment happening across mainstream news, the business behind headlines, and how bias has shaped reporting for decades.

If you’ve ever wondered what’s real, what’s distorted, and who decides what you see, this episode is for you.

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What happens when you stop looking away and start really seeing people?

Author and mental health advocate Sarah Murphree, whose book I Am Human Too is being considered for a Pulitzer, joins So She Slays to share what two years of listening to the unhoused taught her about fear, empathy, and resilience. From growing up with a parent living with mental illness to uncovering the real stories behind homelessness, Sarah reminds us that compassion isn’t weakness, it’s the bridge back to our shared humanity.

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Building a creative career takes more than talent, it takes resilience, strategy, and heart.

In this episode of the So She Slays Podcast, we talk with Roxanne Messina Captor, Emmy-nominated writer, director, and Chair of the California Arts Council, about what it really takes to turn passion into a lasting creative career. A protégé of Francis Ford Coppola, Roxanne shares how she’s built longevity in film, theater, and television while mentoring the next generation of artists.

From creating your own opportunities to knowing your worth, this conversation dives into staying relevant, getting paid, and avoiding burnout as a creative woman in today’s world.

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