RAA Talks

Join host Raihana as she engages in a profound and relatable conversation with returning guest Holly Bantique, a corporate leader turned founder, recovering perfectionist, and overthinker, as they delve into the intimate details of balancing life, managing energy, and rediscovering self-worth. This candid discussion offers invaluable insights for working women striving for fulfillment and happiness amidst life's demands.

What can y...

Are you a woman navigating chronic illness, career challenges, or seeking inspiration to find your unique purpose? Then this episode of the RAA Talks podcast is for you!

Join host Raihana as she engages in a candid and insightful conversation with Becky Yandrasitz, an assistant zookeeper and education specialist, who shares her remarkable journey of resilience, passion, and finding strength in an unexpected career path.

What can yo...

Are you a woman grappling with career choices, societal expectations, or the complexities of balancing ambition with personal fulfillment? Then this episode of the RAA Talks podcast is for you!

Join host Raihana as she engages in a candid and insightful conversation with Jessica Lim, a public health professional and principal program manager. Jessica opens up about her personal journey, revealing the challenges and triumphs that ha...

Are you a woman navigating the complexities of modern leadership, striving for self-acceptance, or confronting societal expectations in your professional and personal life? Then this episode of the RAA Talks podcast is for you!

 

Join host Raihana as she engages in a powerful and candid conversation with Maddie Gardner, a young hotel, food, and beverage manager. Maddie shares her unique journey in the hospitality industry, offering...

Join host Raihana as she engages in a raw and insightful conversation with Preethi Krishnamurthy, a Senior Technical Product Manager at Amazon, who shares her diverse journey spanning software engineering, adult learning, and product management, and the challenges and triumphs of building a life across two cultures.

 

Together, they explore themes of personal growth, the challenges of immigration, the importance of diverse experien...

Are you a woman navigating career transitions, challenges, and seeking professional growth? Then this episode of the RAA Talks podcast is for you!

Join host Raihana as she engages in a compelling conversation with Esmeralda Flores, a bilingual product operations and engineering manager who shares her inspiring journey and valuable insights.

What can you expect from this episode?

• An exploration of h...

Join host Raihana as she engages in a raw conversation with Holly Bantique, a wife, mom, corporate leader turned founder, and recovering perfectionist. 

Together, they dive into the journey of motherhood, entrepreneurship, and finding fulfillment while striving to do it all. Holly shares her insights on balancing business and family, navigating mom guilt, and managing energy with her unique "100% cup" analogy. 

She also opens up ab...

Are you a woman navigating career changes, facing self-doubt, or searching for deeper purpose? Then this episode of the RAA Talks podcast is for you!

Join host Raihana as she engages in an insightful and heartfelt conversation with Myla Razel Sarmiento, a successful attorney who shares her inspiring journey from hospitality to law.

What can you expect from this episode?

• Hear Myla's candid story about the intimidation she felt...

Are you a woman navigating the complexities of career and life, seeking empowerment and practical strategies for growth, or aiming to excel in leadership? Then this episode of the RAA Talks podcast is for you!

Join host Raihana as she engages in an inspiring and insightful conversation with Derika Legg, a seasoned people leader with over 20 years of experience in business and as an athletic rugby coach, exploring her journey of bui...

Are you a woman navigating the complexities of motherhood and considering a return to your professional life? Or perhaps you're seeking inspiration from someone who has embraced both family and career with resilience? Then this episode of the RAA Talks podcast is for you!

Join host Raihana as she engages in a deeply personal and insightful conversation with Anna Turnbull, an experienced professional eager to re-enter the workforce ...

Are you a woman of color from a non-traditional background looking to break into the field of cybersecurity? This episode of RAA Talks podcast is a must-listen for you.

Join host Raihana (pronounced: rye-hannah) as she speaks with Elizabeth Johnson, a cybersecurity professional with a background in social work, who shares her unique journey and how she leverages her understanding of human behavior to strengthen security practices.

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Are you an introvert who has a hard time showcasing your value and developing your brand? This episode of RAA Talks podcast is a must-listen for you. 

Join host Raihana (pronounced: rye-hannah) as she speaks with Alejandro Sanoja, founder of Latinpresarios, a personal branding firm, who shares how to leverage your unique strengths and communicate your value to attract the right opportunities.

 

Alejandro provides invaluable insight...

Are you a woman navigating the challenges of motherhood and career? Then this episode of RAA Talks podcast is a must-listen for you as Raihana talks to Brianna Deboever.

Brianna provides invaluable insights and practical advice on how to navigate the complexities of being a working mom, emphasizing that you don't have to settle for "fine" and that you should push for what you truly want and need.

 

What can you expect from this epi...

Are you feeling lost in a career transition, struggling to prioritize self-care, or trapped in a toxic work environment and unsure how to move forward?   Then this episode of RAA Talks with host Raihana, featuring Kimberly Weiderhold is a must-listen! Kim's powerful story demonstrates how to navigate these challenges, prioritize your well-being, and create a fulfilling life, even when things feel overwhelming.   What can you expec...

Get ready for an inspiring episode of RAA Talks with host Raihana, featuring the remarkable Anita Johnson, a Coast Guard veteran turned data activist.

Anita shares her incredible journey, beginning with her desire to escape her small town, which led her to the Coast Guard, where she broke barriers as a boatswain's mate, a non-traditional role for women at the time. What can you expect from this episode?

• You'll hear how Anita...