Entrepreneur Episodes

July 8, 2025

Episode 131: Dr Jeanne-Mari Retief

A renowned human rights expert, Jeanne’s 2015 diagnosis of Panic Disorder led her to reevaluate everything—including a career she once lived and breathed. What followed was a powerful reinvention: she founded FIGGI Life & Beauty, a brand and platform for women who crave authenticity over perfection.

Guest: Jeanne Retief

April 29, 2025

Episode 126: Amy Vale

This week on the Pretty Powerful Podcast, I’m joined by the inspiring Amy Vale, Founder of For the Cubs—a company providing quality essentials for young children while bringing comfort and belonging to kids in foster care.

Guest: Amy Vale

March 11, 2025

Episode 119: Rhonda Parker Taylor

Rhonda Parker Taylor—bestselling author, entrepreneur, and academic researcher—joins us to dive deep into the power of emotional intelligence in leadership and how it shapes success.

Guest: Rhonda Parker Taylor

Feb. 11, 2025

Episode 115: Stephanie Hayes

Are you a business owner feeling stagnant, uninspired, or unsure about what’s next? You’re not alone! Stephanie Hayes, founder of Assets to Exits, is on a mission to help established business owners move beyond revenue and start building real wealth—while planning for a successful exit.

Guest: Stephanie Hayes

Jan. 14, 2025

Episode 111: Sheley Brien

This week on the Pretty Powerful Podcast, I sit down with the amazing Sheley Brien—entrepreneur, competitive equestrian, wife, mother, and host of the More Action Podcast. With over two decades of experience spanning finance, medicine, media, and now commercial construction, Sheley’s journey proves…

Guest: Sheley Brien

Nov. 19, 2024

Episode 106: Katrina Purcell

Katrina Purcell is used to getting out of her comfort zone... From competing in an Iron Man to deciding to launch a business after a successful career in operations, she is not afraid of a challenge. In this podcast we dive into everything from work-life balance to streamlining operations, and we d…

Guest: Katrina Purcell

Aug. 6, 2024

Episode 96: Anika Jackson

I am excited to share an episode about one of my favorite topics... branding!!! And my guest, Anika Jackson, is absolutely brilliant in sharing her advice and insight to help you build not only your professional brand, but yo...

Guest: Anika Jackson

May 14, 2024

Episode 89: Tashia Stafford - Part 2

In the second part of the Pretty Powerful Podcast with my dear friend Tashia Stafford, co-founder of Icon Studios Atl and CEO of CharmedVisions.com, Tashia and I discuss her experience in the music industry, and we address the taboo topic of inappropriate behavior that has been in the news lately w…