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July 22, 2025 30 mins

In this special anniversary episode of Your American Dream, we’re flipping the script to hear from the woman behind the mic: Anisha Jennings—website strategist, podcast host, and founder of Jennings Tech Corner. For the past year, she’s been amplifying the voices of immigrant women entrepreneurs through powerful, purpose-driven storytelling.

Now, after producing over 50 impactful episodes, Anisha joins podcast editor Laura Kimball of By the Lake VA & Co. for a behind-the-scenes conversation about what it’s really been like to build and host a podcast centered on representation, community, and redefining success.

From her early fears to her biggest wins, Anisha opens up about the transformation she’s experienced through podcasting, how the show has impacted guests and listeners alike, and what she envisions for the future of Your American Dream.

If you’re a first-time podcaster, an online entrepreneur, or a woman building your brand from the ground up, this episode is full of insights, inspiration, and encouragement to take up space and share your voice.

💡 You’ll walk away with: ✔ How Anisha created a mission-driven podcast that uplifts women immigrant voices ✔ The origin story behind Your American Dream and the clarity it took to start ✔ Lessons learned from building a personal brand through podcasting ✔ Real talk on visibility, identity, and growing a values-aligned audience ✔ Why community-led storytelling is a powerful tool in digital entrepreneurship ✔ Encouragement to define your version of success in the online space

This episode is a reminder that the American dream isn’t one-size-fits-all—it’s what you make it.

🎧 Episode Breakdown Introduction to a Year of Stories (0:00) The Journey Begins: Anisha’s Inspiration (1:10) Facing Fears: The Challenge of Sharing Stories (5:00) The Heart of the Mission: Empowering Immigrant Women (6:16) Memorable Moments: Why this Matters (8:33) Personal Growth Through Podcasting (10:28) Impact and Feedback: Building a Community (13:05) Connecting Guests: The Ripple Effect (14:58) Behind the Scenes: The Fun and Challenges (19:12) Looking Ahead: Dreams for Year Two (21:00) Final Thoughts: Gratitude and Reflection (23:29)

🙌 Community Shoutouts Gratitude to the women who have supported and shaped this journey:

✨ Bre Cain - https://www.instagram.com/heyitsbrecain/ ✨ Velvin Atieno - https://www.instagram.com/velvinatieno/ ✨ Hannah Raissa - https://www.instagram.com/imhannahraissa/ ✨ Laura Kimball at By the Lake VA & Co. - https://www.instagram.com/bythelakeva/

🔗 Connect with Anisha Jennings 🎯 Website Strategy + Design: https://jenningstechcorner.com/packages/ 📅 Book a Free Strategy Call: https://cal.com/anishajennings 📸 Follow on Instagram: @jenningstechcorner 📧 Email: jenningstechcorner@gmail.com

Anisha supports women entrepreneurs and online service providers by building strategic, story-driven websites that convert with confidence. Whether you’re launching a new brand or refreshing your digital home, she’ll help you design a site that reflects your purpose and builds connection.

⭐ Loved this episode? If you’re inspired by immigrant voices, digital entrepreneurship, or the journey of building a podcast with purpose—leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify! Your feedback helps us grow this community and share these stories with more amazing listeners. 💛

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