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By women, for women; FOWM's podcast covers topics such as domestic violence, independence, female empowerment, and current events.
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How to realize you might be in a domestic violence relationship, with survivor Katelin Maloney

Focus on Women MagazineMar 02, 2022

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Content Creator CaLeigha Callahan

Content Creator CaLeigha Callahan

CaLeigha Callahan and her husband James are content creators and college sweethearts who balance being partners in love and business. James works full-time at his family business, while CaLeigha is a full-time content creator. They integrate their Christian faith into their work.

Mar 29, 202409:38
Activist and Children's Author Julie Federico
Jan 19, 202411:51
Literary Activist Margaret Beaver

Literary Activist Margaret Beaver

Learn more about Margaret’s Beaver’s organization, the writing process, her poetry collection, and her new book, Flowers for Papa.
Jan 06, 202456:52
Psychologist and Hate Crime Prevention Specialist Anne Speckhard

Psychologist and Hate Crime Prevention Specialist Anne Speckhard

Anne is director of the ICSVE (International Center for the Study of Violent Extremism, which focuses on prevention of hate crimes and people entering hate groups. She is also the author of six books, all of which center around her interviews with terrorists and members of other hate organizations, such a white supremacist groups.

Dec 03, 202336:40
Country-Pop Star and Children's Book Author Laura Bryna

Country-Pop Star and Children's Book Author Laura Bryna

I interviewed the amazing Laura Bryna to discuss music, what it means to be an artist, writing children's books, and her upcoming Christmas single!! You don't want to miss it!

Nov 14, 202330:58
Entrepreneur Ray Blakney

Entrepreneur Ray Blakney

Abigail Meyers interviews Raymond Blakney on various topics. Blakney shares his passion for travel and how it has shaped his life and career, emphasizing the importance of gaining new perspectives. He also discusses the challenges and benefits of starting a business with a significant other or close partner, advising careful consideration and communication.

Blakney shares his approach to entrepreneurship, identifying unmet needs in the market and creating businesses to fill those gaps. Lastly, he talks about his experience of having to rebuild his online language school business and argues that satisfaction in both work and personal life is more important than work-life balance. Overall, the conversation highlights the importance of resilience, determination, and careful consideration in various aspects of life and business.

Oct 03, 202313:57
Restaurateur Joseph Constanzo

Restaurateur Joseph Constanzo

The subject of the best-selling book "On the Rocks" Joseph Constanzo sits down with host Abigail Meyers to discuss his career in the restaurant industry, his predictions for the industry's future, hit book "On The Rocks," and the best traits and qualities for people in the industry.

You are encouraged to purchase "On the Rocks" wherever books are sold.

Sep 06, 202310:56
Author, Activist, and Jack-of-all-trades Margaret Beaver

Author, Activist, and Jack-of-all-trades Margaret Beaver

While many teenagers support mental health activism, not many have heard of literary activism. Considering Margaret Beaver coined the latter, she would know. Beaver discusses her activism, mental health journey, and career as an author with host Abigail Meyers.

Check Margaret's work out at margaretbeaverbooks.com

Sep 04, 202330:32
Equine Therapist April Odendahl
Aug 26, 202316:10
Inclusivity in Arts and Entertainment with Julia Lee

Inclusivity in Arts and Entertainment with Julia Lee

Julia Lee is an actress, model, and content creator who also identifies as Asian-American. Host Abigail Meyers speaks with Lee regarding how her identity shapes her work, how all industries can emphasize inclusivity, and the people she looks up to.

Jul 05, 202311:05
Author Connie Amos-Parsons

Author Connie Amos-Parsons

Author Connie Amos-Parsons talks about her books, education, non-stop desire to learn, business, and work-life balance.

May 27, 202325:41
Actress, Mother, and Activist Angela Lewis

Actress, Mother, and Activist Angela Lewis

Angela Lewis, known for her role on Hulu's "Snowfall," speaks with host Abigail Meyers about her acting experience and work-life balance.

Apr 08, 202307:20
Actress and Advocate Sarah Ann Masse

Actress and Advocate Sarah Ann Masse

Sarah Ann Masse is an actress, domestic violence and chronic illness advocate, and works to support the disabled community. She talks with host Abigail Meyers about how to navigate life with an invisible illness, her acting career, and her organization Hire Survivors Hollywood. @SarahAnnMasse

Mar 16, 202317:47
Activist and Actress Gloria John

Activist and Actress Gloria John

Not many people can say they started their career as a dentist, then did a total 180 into acting, all while advocating for domestic violence victims and mental health awareness. Gloria John has done just that. 

Gloria John is currently appearing in The Consultant, available now on Amazon.

Feb 24, 202309:28
Jack of all trades Jeanette Watts

Jack of all trades Jeanette Watts

Not many people are dance instructors, authors, writers, AND actresses- and that's not even all that Jeanette Watts has accomplished. Host Abigail Meyers and Watts talk all things Jane Austen, share words of wisdom, and discuss Watts' new history podcast.

Feb 04, 202323:17
Rahel Bayar, founder of The Bayar Group

Rahel Bayar, founder of The Bayar Group

Former sex crimes and abuse prosecutor Rahel Bayar talks about the Bayar Group, which helps create tailored, impactful, effective and engaging workshops and training on creating abuse-free environments in schools, camps, offices, and more. She has built her career on creating safe spaces and facilitating change in workplaces globally. 

Dec 27, 202206:36
Ruth Hollman on mental health and founding SHARE

Ruth Hollman on mental health and founding SHARE

Ruth Hollman founded SHARE after an anthropology-centered education to create inclusive, non-judgemental self-help places for everyone. 

Dec 27, 202219:27
Catching up with Gabrielle Ruiz on her new holiday music and acting on stage and screen
Dec 13, 202210:37
Mary Sidhwani on hypnotherapy

Mary Sidhwani on hypnotherapy

Licensed hypnotherapist Mary Sidhwani, RN, Psy/D, talks how she got into hypnotherapy, what someone could expect from a session, and short and long-term benefits.

Sep 10, 202215:21
Graciela and her up and coming music!

Graciela and her up and coming music!

Graciela's website: gracielamusic.com

Aug 11, 202204:14
Graciela and her up and coming music!

Graciela and her up and coming music!

Episodes with music are only available on Spotify.

Singer-songwriter Graciela, 15, discusses her songwriting process and what listeners can expect from her new music. The beginning of her episode features a brief excerpt of her newest song "Just Friends."

Aug 05, 202207:38
How the Pandemic Affected the Writing Industry

How the Pandemic Affected the Writing Industry

Writer and journalist Carin Shulusky on her writing process, past career in journalism/marketing, and how the pandemic has inspired her writing.

Aug 02, 202208:10
Meet an 8-year-old jack of all trades!

Meet an 8-year-old jack of all trades!

How many people do you know who can play multiple instruments, write songs, make YouTube videos, and write/publish SIX books? I didn't know any until today when I met Aiden Adams. Aiden has done all these things- and he's only 8 years old. 


Aiden's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/AidenAdams 

Aiden's Website: https://www.aidenbooks.com/

Jul 25, 202204:33
"Bullet Train" star Andrea Munoz gives advice to aspiring actors and talks her latest work

"Bullet Train" star Andrea Munoz gives advice to aspiring actors and talks her latest work

Andrea Munoz, a psychology graduate turned actress talks how she found her way into performing and gives advice for those interested in her industry.

Jul 13, 202205:24
Hesther Selbeck on her book and career in equine therapy

Hesther Selbeck on her book and career in equine therapy

Author and equine therapist Hesther Selbeck of the Netherlands discusses her work in Mongolia and how it led to her career as a writer and in equine therapy 

Jul 08, 202213:29
Listen to a Chief Clinical Officer Discuss Eating Disorders
May 12, 202209:13
Hometown Heroes

Hometown Heroes

Pasqual Goicochia has not only served in several branches of the military- but has a published book about his experiences. 

Apr 28, 202214:43
Women in STEM with Valkyrie Holmes

Women in STEM with Valkyrie Holmes

Have you ever met a musician who co-founded a biotechnology company to help contain forest fires, with a little bit of crypto on the side, all while being 18 years old? Today, meet Valkyrie Holmes.

Apr 23, 202214:27
Hometown Heroes: Nick Ives

Hometown Heroes: Nick Ives

A total of 1.3 million people are active-duty members, with 800,000 serving as reserve forces in the United States military as of 2017. Listen to learn about Nick Ives's experiences as a military member in both ways, and how it's shaped who he is today.

Apr 18, 202205:16
How to Create an Inclusive Environment

How to Create an Inclusive Environment

Entrepreneur and speaker Kim Crowder gives her thoughts as a woman in the workforce on anti-racism, diversity, equity, inclusion, and current events.

Mar 29, 202216:58
Laura Bryna's Latest Updates

Laura Bryna's Latest Updates

World-famous singer-songwriter Laura Bryna has kept music close to her heart- especially during COVID-19. Focus on Women Magazine met up with her on Zoom to catch up!

Mar 03, 202211:30
SHAB on her music, wellness regimens, and work-life balance

SHAB on her music, wellness regimens, and work-life balance

As a singer, mother, and social media star, there's nothing SHAB can't do. When the pandemic hit, SHAB knew she wanted to protect herself as best she could. While isolating and practicing every necessary health measure, she took her fitness and diet plan into her own hands- listen to hear how.

Mar 02, 202213:07
How to realize you might be in a domestic violence relationship, with survivor Katelin Maloney

How to realize you might be in a domestic violence relationship, with survivor Katelin Maloney

Domestic violence survivor, speaker, and author of Drowning Katelin Maloney talks her book, how to reach out for help, and the telltale signs you're in a domestic violence relationship that are lesser known.

Buy Katelin's book at focusonwomenmagazine.net.

Mar 02, 202212:49