Starter Girlz Podcast

Starter Girlz Podcast

Welcome to the Starter Girlz Podcast—your go-to source for inspiration, entrepreneur motivation, and empowering conversations. While we’re passionate about helping women succeed in every area of life—career, money, relationships, and wellbeing—we also celebrate the remarkable journeys of individuals from all walks of life who are chasing bold dreams and building businesses. Each episode features inspiring success stories from trailblazing women and extraordinary men, offering practical advice, mindset strategies, and real-world insight into the startup journey and beyond. Whether you're launching your next venture, striving for personal growth, or simply looking for motivation to keep going, Starter Girlz is here to guide and energize you. Subscribe now and join a thriving community of dreamers, doers, and difference-makers. Let’s get started on this journey together!

Episodes

July 13, 2025 48 mins

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In this episode of Starter Girlz, Keandra Lewis, also known as “Miss Make It Happen,” shares how she turned frustration into innovation by building an app to solve a $100 billion problem in the industry.

A former real estate professional turned construction entrepreneur, Keandra experienced firsthand the chaos of miscommunication, unclear bids, and blown budgets. Instead of accepting it, she taught herself to design an...

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Do you feel stuck living paycheck to paycheck—and dream of building lasting financial freedom? In this episode, Sun Yong Kim-Manzellini shares how she went from earning $35,000 a year as a single mom to building a seven-figure business by learning to trade, shifting her mindset, and taking bold action.

Raised in South Korean orphanages and adopted to the U.S. at 14, Sun Yong overcame adversity most can’t imagine. After...

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Do you dream of turning your side hustle into a full-time business? In this episode, Rani Alfers shares how she built a multi-business empire from her college side hustle—including a thriving insurance agency, a skincare line, and a company that invests in women founders.

This inspiring conversation is packed with actionable strategies to help you grow with purpose—without burning out.

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✅ How to start a...

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If you're feeling exhausted, overwhelmed, or silently drowning in expectations, this episode is for you.

In this empowering conversation, Dr. Denise Brown—known as The Fairy God Doctor—shares her powerful prescription for burnout recovery and emotional well-being. With over 30 years of experience in healthcare, she offers a refreshing take on what it means to be well and truly fulfilled.

Dr. Brown reveals how high-...

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In this powerful episode of the Starter Girlz Podcast, host Jennifer Loehding sits down with Dr. Mary Sanders, a medical intuitive and chiropractor with over 30 years of experience, to share her transformational journey through burnout and into radical self-healing.

After hitting rock bottom in her career, Dr. Sanders embarked on a global journey—from Vietnam to Bali—that completely shifted her approach to success, wel...

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In this powerful episode of the Starter Girlz Podcast, Jennifer sits down with Maureen Jirikowic, a woman whose world turned upside down after losing her husband to terminal cancer. What followed was a deeply personal and courageous journey of healing, rebuilding, and rediscovering her purpose.

Maureen shares how she moved through unimaginable grief and turned her pain into strength—becoming a voice for other women wal...

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What does it take to break into the world of venture capital when you’re starting from scratch? In this inspiring episode of the Starter Girlz Podcast, host Jennifer Loehding sits down with Maggie Vo, Managing General Partner at Fuel Venture Capital, to explore how she built a thriving VC career without money, networks, or shortcuts.

From leaving Vietnam alone at 17 to becoming a leader in the U.S. financial sector, Ma...

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Can a hot dog-eating contest change your life?

It sounds funny—but for Andrew Smith, a busy dad of four, it became the unexpected wake-up call that led to a powerful transformation. What began as a silly challenge turned into a commitment to take back control of his health, mindset, and life.

In this inspiring episode of the Starter Girlz Podcast, Andrew shares how he went from feeling stuck and exhausted to running mar...

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What really happens behind the image of a “perfect life”? In this compelling episode of the Starter Girlz Podcast, host Jennifer Loehding speaks with Eileen Noyes—a former NFL wife turned entrepreneur, speaker, and founder of Lady Bellator—about her powerful journey from public visibility to personal freedom.

Eileen shares how she walked away from a toxic marriage with eight children and rebuilt her life through faith,...

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Have you ever felt like it’s too late to chase your dream? In this episode, corporate accounting manager and first-time author Anastasia Robinson shares how she finally wrote her book after 20 years of waiting. Her powerful story will inspire anyone who's been holding onto a dream for far too long and show you that it’s never too late to start.

Anastasia reveals how she overcame excuses, leaned on accountability p...

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Why do so many promising startup ideas fail before they even reach the market? In this episode of Starter Girlz, we sit down with David Hirschfeld, a 35-year software expert and founder of Tekyz Corp. David has helped over 90 startups launch smarter using his proven Launch First methodology.

If you're a startup founder, entrepreneur, or dreamer with a big idea, this conversation is essential. David shares powerful...

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What separates good leaders from great ones? Emotional intelligence.

In this inspiring episode, leadership expert Isabelle Fortin shares hard-earned lessons from over 30 years of military and corporate leadership, offering entrepreneur motivation for leaders at every level. Discover why 98% of decisions are emotional — and how understanding this can completely transform how you lead, both in your startup journey or as ...

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Struggling to stand out in a crowded marketplace? Discover how niching down can help you attract your ideal clients, raise your prices, and build a profitable, freedom-based business.

In this episode, marketing expert Amber Gaige shares proven strategies successful entrepreneurs use to grow faster and with more clarity. From positioning your brand to crafting messaging that resonates, this conversation offers a clear r...

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What Makes Traders SUCCESSFUL? Anmol Singh Shares His Secrets

In this powerful episode of the Starter Girlz Podcast, trading expert Anmol Singh reveals what truly makes a trader successful. From mastering mindset to building long-term financial growth, he shares the hard truths about trading, investing, and wealth—and why success is more about discipline, psychology, and habits than any fancy strategy.

If you’ve ever wo...

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In this inspiring episode of the Starter Girlz Podcast, host Jennifer Loehding sits down with renowned storyteller and entrepreneur Mark O’Brien, founder of O’Brien Communications Group. Mark dives deep into the transformative power of storytelling, revealing how your personal narrative can become your greatest tool for connection, authenticity, and business success.

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  • How storytelling reshapes y...
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Stop Living a Lie! How to Rewrite Your Story & Take Control

Are you tired of feeling stuck, like life is just happening to you? Do you want to change but feel trapped by fear and self-doubt? It’s time to break free and take control!

In this powerful episode of Starter Girlz, host Jennifer Loehding sits down with Steve Gallegos to reveal how to stop living a life that isn’t truly yours. Discover proven strategies to ...

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In this episode of the Starter Girls Podcast, host Jennifer Loehding sits down with Jonathan Aslay, one of America’s leading midlife dating coaches, to explore the deeper dimensions of love, relationships, and self-worth. After the tragic loss of his 19-year-old son in 2018, Jonathan embarked on a soul-searching journey that reshaped his philosophy on dating and personal growth.

Together, they discuss the challenges of...

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In this episode of the Starter Girlz Podcast, host Jennifer Loehding speaks with Dr. Gerard Ibarra about his journey in entrepreneurship and the creation of his platform, Keep It Saved. The conversation explores the importance of centralized information in times of crisis, the challenges faced in building a startup, and the power of networking in securing funding. Dr. Ibarra shares personal stories that inspired his v...

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In this episode of the Starter Girlz podcast, host Jennifer Loehding speaks with Erica Campbell, a breast cancer survivor and author of The Mastectomy I Always Wanted. Erica shares her powerful journey of navigating a breast cancer diagnosis, the impact of her mother's experience with the disease, and the lessons she’s learned along the way. Together, they discuss the importance of vulnerability, the healing powe...

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In this inspiring episode of the Starter Girlz podcast, host Jennifer Loehding interviews Alyssa Cleland, an amputee advocate and influential social media creator. Alyssa shares her powerful journey of disability advocacy, resilience, and authentic content creation. The conversation explores disability representation, breaking stigmas, social media authenticity, and inclusive content strategies. Listeners will learn a...

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