REWARD PODCAST EPISODES

What happens when the very identity that created your success begins to slowly deplete you? In this deeply personal solo episode, Ali Brown explores the hidden emotional realities many ambitious women experience when they beg...

She sat by the ocean and wrote down 25 non-negotiables for the sale of her company. And just six months ago, she sealed the deal with 24 out of 25. That’s what happens when a leader knows exactly what she’s built… and what it...

She wanted to be a civil rights attorney. Then her perfect math scores came back, the engineers came calling, and everything changed. Michelle Jones didn’t just pivot — she built a 30-year environmental consulting firm from s...

Kris Murray built a thriving childcare coaching empire and became the go-to name in her industry. And the whole time? Fear was still there. She was just really, really good at hiding it. (Most high-achieving women are.) But w...

Sitting on a boat going to the Statue of Liberty, staring at a stranger’s beautifully worn cognac leather bag, something cracked open in Susanne Mariga that she hadn’t felt since she was 20. A dream she set aside because it f...

When you realize an entire industry is quietly teaching women to shrink… you decide to build something bigger. For Cathy Savage, a decades-long career in fitness re vealed a troubling pattern: strong women were being encourag...

We have never been more connected online. And at the same time, many of us have never felt more isolated. Surrounded by infinite amounts of information and networks of people, it somehow all feels off kilter, impersonal, and ...

Over $2 BILLION of deals have crossed Dana Jacoby’s desk since selling her first company, and today her strongest mission is making sure other women own the full value of what they bring to the table. (And we’re honored she’s...

Sometimes the real magic behind building a standout brand isn’t the product at all — but the women it brings together. For Charis Jones, founder + CEO of Sassy Jones, community has always been the secret ingredient. What star...

WOW. At the end of 2025, there was a collective experience many high-level women quietly went through. It was a final surrender that arrived without permission, often without witnesses, and minus a clear storyline. But what l...

The biggest turning points in life rarely announce themselves, yet they can end up redirecting everything.After years building a powerhouse career in science and global medical affairs, Dr. Anne Arvizu realized her next chapt...

Growing up in a conservative, fundamentalist home, music was Lyndie Walker’s only doorway to self-expression. Today, she shares how her most powerful transformation didn’t begin with a business plan… but with the moment she w...

Can true leadership not start in a boardroom — but instead on a farm? For Sarah Beth Aubrey , that’s exactly where her story began. Growing up in rural Illinois taught her the lessons of grit, patience, and the power of plant...

After years in the spotlight on TV broadcast news, Sara Davenport was facing increasingly ridiculous demands and real burnout. Trading corporate scripts for her own business strategy, she channeled her storytelling skills int...

It’s here. We are no longer willing to tolerate businesses that don’t align with who we’ve become. In this kickoff episode of our new season of Reward, Ali shares what’s new this fall, including a new look and feel for the sh...

What if the secret to success isn’t holding the line – but knowing exactly when to SHIFT? Emily Countryman, founder + CEO of weight loss and wellness company Shift Set Go, has never been afraid to rewrite the playbook. In fac...

What happens when a high-alpha CEO decides to stop pushing and start surrendering? For Kris Murray, that moment came after decades of leading one of the most successful coaching companies in early childhood education. As the ...

Ever feel like running your business should feel more like freedom—and less like constant fire drills? For so many women who’ve mastered their craft, making the leap to leading a business comes with a steep learning curve. Fr...

When it comes to wealth, most women were taught to play it safe, stay small, or hand over the reins altogether. But today’s women leaders know what’s possible when you STOP following the rules — and start building your *own* ...

Fun innovation doesn’t always come from tech or trends — sometimes, it starts with a simple idea, a spicy discussion with friends and colleagues, and a bold woman willing to create it! Dr. Alisa Brady is the founder of Sweetu...

The shift is happening — and it’s shaking up even the most successful among us. Lately, more women in leadership positions have been hitting the same wall: their once-thriving businesses suddenly feel off. The numbers may sti...

In an era where numbers have often overshadowed people, revolution comes from valuing new metrics… and a whole new ecosystem. Enter Kiri-Maree Moore: leadership strategist, global consultant, and the "secret sauce" behind the...

The world seems turbulent right now, and many are panicking over the election, the economy, everything! But to regain calm control, our guest today simply says, ‘Vote for yourself.’ It’s time to create your OWN economy that w...

Feel like your business needs a strategic boost… without compromising your lifestyle? Then it’s time to make bold moves amidst any economic challenges – all while staying true to your personal values and vision. The secret? ...