Stacked Keys Podcast

Jessica Sanders takes us behind the judicial bench to reveal the path that led her from tough prosecutor to compassionate district court judge. With disarming honesty, she shares the delicate balance between upholding the letter of the law and honoring her own sense of justice – sometimes making decisions that feel personally difficult but legally necessary.

Having served Autauga County for over two years as District Court...

In this episode of Stacked Keys Podcast, host Amy Stackhouse interviews Rebekah Harrison, a fine artist from Woodstock, Georgia. Rebecca shares her journey into the art world, the struggles of balancing different creative avenues, and her passion for connecting personally with her collectors. They discuss the challenges and rewards of being a creative business owner, the importance of pursuing personal passions even as a mom, and t...

What if the secret to exceptional leadership isn't about having all the answers, but about making others feel truly seen and heard? In this vibrant conversation with Neen James, the self-described "velvet bulldozer" shares her remarkable journey from growing up in a caravan in Australia to becoming an internationally sought-after executive coach and speaker.

Standing at just 4'10" and almost always...

What happens when life's unexpected turns lead to your most fulfilling path? Abbie Weldon never planned to leave her 11-year teaching career or enter real estate, but when her surprise third child arrived, everything changed. 

In this heartfelt conversation, Abbie reveals how she transformed a desire to be home with her baby into a thriving real estate career built on authentic relationships. "I want real estate ...

From being told she might never walk or talk to becoming a genetic counselor who helps families navigate similar journeys, Ashlyn Stackhouse Bolen's story exemplifies finding purpose through personal struggle. As a pediatric genetic counselor at UNC Chapel Hill, Ashlyn works with families seeking answers about their children's complex medical conditions—a role shaped by her own childhood health challenges.

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What happens when a physicist with a master's degree in chemistry falls in love with an IT professional from an olive-producing family? Marianna Devetzoglou extraordinary journey from city life to becoming "the crazy girl in the olive groves" illustrates how following unexpected passions can transform your entire existence.

The turning point came during a family dinner when Marianna tasted her future mother-...

What does it mean to truly walk your own path while supporting others on theirs? In this fabulous conversation with Kristie Chandler, we explore the delicate balance between personal growth and professional leadership.

Kristie shares her fascinating journey from growing up in the hospitality business (complete with a family restaurant and a bed and breakfast in Natchez, Mississippi) to becoming an educator specializing in human deve...

What happens when everything you've built crumbles and you're left to rebuild from scratch? Stephanie Watts knows this journey intimately. Once a successful nurse and pharmaceutical developer, her life took a devastating turn when severe illness struck, eventually diagnosed as Lyme disease after years of misdiagnoses and deteriorating health.

In this deeply moving conversation, Stephanie reveals how rock bottom b...

Niki Tsekareas never thought a retreat to Greece would completely transform her life, but that's exactly what happened. In this deeply personal conversation, she opens up about the moment she realized she needed more than her identity as "Niki Peter's wife" or "Georgios' mom" – she needed to rediscover herself.

With remarkable candor, Niki shares her journey from feeling lost to launching...

Behind every thriving small business stands a woman with a powerful story—a journey marked by purpose, passion, and perseverance in the face of doubt. In this special Small Business Month episode, we reunite with three extraordinary entrepreneurs who've been transforming their visions into reality.

Dr. Kuanita Murphy shares how her digital publication, Rural Leader Magazine, emerged from a pivotal moment when academic...

What does it truly mean to stomp to your own drum as a woman entrepreneur? In this heartfelt celebration of Small Business Month, we sit down with two extraordinary women who've built businesses around their authentic passions.

Stella Williams Bailey brings three decades of wisdom as a motivational speaker and communications coach, sharing how she rebuilt her business after her husband's passing while caring for ...

The heartbeat of America pulses through its small businesses. In this special Small Business Month episode, Amy Stackhouse brings together an incredible panel of women entrepreneurs who are making waves in diverse industries while strengthening their communities.

Meet Heather Jo Clark, former UFC fighter who boldly stepped out to become the first woman in a system of 200 worldwide martial arts gyms to open her own facility...

Mary Zimmerman's extraordinary 29-year journey with Mary Kay Cosmetics reveals the beautiful intersection of faith, family, and entrepreneurial spirit that has defined her remarkable career. What began with winning a gift basket at a bridal fair transformed into a life-changing business opportunity when Mary, then a government social worker and military spouse with three young children, took a $100 leap of faith that would for...

There's something powerful about watching women carve their own paths in the business world—especially when they're doing it completely on their own terms. In this heartfelt discussion celebrating Small Business Month, we're peeling back the curtain on what happens when women decide to turn their passion into purpose and build companies that authentically reflect who they are.

Laura Flowers and Becca Morson ...

Have you ever wondered what truly separates successful entrepreneurs from those who struggle? It's not just hustle or brilliant ideas—it's often about finding the sweet spot between ambition and contentment.

In this captivating conversation with Jennifer Dietrick and Tori Applegate, we dive deep into the realities of female entrepreneurship. Jennifer, a personal trainer and author of "Shape Your Mind, Shape ...

Step into the world of small business ownership with host Amy Stackhouse and guest Katrina Paraskevopoulos (Kat), founder of EYIA Retreats, as they peel back the layers of entrepreneurship during National Small Business Month. 

Kat shares her transformative journey from corporate life to creating a boutique retreat and travel company specializing in meaningful Greek experiences. The pivotal moment came during a pandemic-er...

What does it truly mean to "get stuff done" while balancing executive leadership, family life, and personal growth? Jana Adams, Executive Director of Touchstone Energy Cooperative, masterfully answers this question through her lived experience overseeing nearly 700 electric cooperatives nationwide.

Throughout our conversation, Jana reveals the power of the cooperative business model to transform communities throu...

What happens when you finally find the courage to walk away from a decade of "familiar chaos" and reclaim your authentic self? Maggie Boillot story will stop you in your tracks and make you question what comfortable prisons you might be living in right now.

Maggie joins us to share her remarkable transformation from successful hairstylist and fitness studio owner to becoming a powerful voice for women seeking to ...

Lauren Youmans never imagined her childhood dream of owning a flower shop would materialize after building a successful career as a pediatric nurse practitioner. Yet when life delivered a series of profound challenges—including family trauma and personal struggle—flowers became her unexpected sanctuary.

"Working with flowers was the one space where I felt most myself and felt God's presence in a very powerful way...