The ROAR Podcast

We don’t talk enough about what happens after birth. The stitches, the shame, the silence. The way your body changes—and how the world expects you to just carry on.

In this unflinching episode of Roar, Stephanie Thompson, founder of Bravemumma and author of The Day My Vagina Broke, joins Danielle to talk about what happens when women stop protecting the narrative and start telling the truth.

After a traumatic birth injury left her wi...

We’ve all been there—the endless waiting rooms, the dismissive tone, the gut feeling that something’s wrong even when the lab results say “normal.”

This episode of Roar dives into the frustration and fire behind FOXX Health, the soon-to-launch platform designed by Maria Haugen to help women finally take charge of their own health stories.

After unexplained symptoms and medical gaslighting that left her feeling powerless, Maria turned...

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month—but this episode of Roar goes beyond pink ribbons.

In this powerful premiere episode of Season 3, host Danielle Davies sits down with Gina Lamanna, founder of The Fondle Project, a nonprofit redefining breast cancer awareness through unapologetic visibility, style, and self-advocacy.

Gina shares her personal journey—from losing confidence after her breast cancer diagnosis to creating a...

In a world that tells women to tone it down, Katherine Center writes stories that turn the volume up on joy, love, and emotional truth. In this episode of Roar, host Danielle Davies chats with the New York Times bestselling author about why romantic comedies aren't fluff—they’re fuel.

Together, they unpack:

·      How reclaiming joy can be an act of defiance

·     The deeper meaning behind writing “happy endings”

·      Why it’s ra...

In this episode of Roar, host Danielle Davies sits down with Lauren Albrecht, Director of Advocacy and Organizing at Garden State Equality. Lauren shares how she went from a healthcare finance career to becoming one of the most trusted and effective LGBTQ+ advocates in New Jersey politics.

With a candid mix of wit and wisdom, Lauren dives into the realities of advocacy work: the personal story that drew her into politics, the emotio...

In this episode of Roar, host Danielle Davies is joined by Shaney Jo Darden, founder and Global Creative Officer of the Keep A Breast Foundation—an organization that’s been redefining breast health education through art, activism, and access for 25 years.

What began as a single breast casting art project has grown into a global movement, reaching young people and underserved communities around the world. Shaney Jo shares the origin ...

In this episode of Roar, host Danielle Davies sits down with Marina Rabinek, a 24-year U.S. Navy veteran and the founder of the Military Women’s Collective—a nonprofit dedicated tosupporting women as they transition from military to civilian life.

Marina shares her deeply personal journey through service, identity, and reinvention. From navigating the complexities of life after uniform to creating space for community, healing, and a...

In this episode of Roar, host Danielle Davies speaks with Jenny Lynn Walding—certified lactation counselor and founder of milkmade, a femtech startup reimagining what breastfeeding support can actually look like.

Jenny shares her raw, personal experience navigating the early days of motherhood: the pain, the pressure, andthe quiet moments of “this can’t be the way.” Instead of accepting broken systems, she's building a smarter o...

What happens when your doctor wants to help—but the law says they can’t?

In this episode of Roar, host Danielle Davies speaks with Dr. Kristyn Brandi—OB-GYN, abortion provider, and reproductive justice advocate—about the reality of reproductive care in America today. From doctors calling lawyers at 2AM before treating a patient, to crisis pregnancy centers offering fake ultrasounds, this conversation reveals what’s really happening ...

In this episode of Roar, host Danielle Davies sits down with Mandy Rowden—singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and founder of Girl Guitar—to talk about what happens when women stop waiting for permission and start picking up the mic.

From her early love of music to building a one-of-a-kind space where women feel safe to be loud, creative, and unapologetically themselves, Mandy shares how music became her tool for self-expressio...

Join host Danielle Davies on the Roar Podcast as she interviews Dr. Debra Prince Zinni, a trailblazing forensic anthropologist. Dr. Zinni shares her inspiring journeyfrom a reluctant dissector in high school to leading the Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency's Laboratory. Learn about the critical work her team does in identifying the remains of service members from past conflicts and theemotionally charged moments that bring clos...

In this episode of 'Roar,' Danielle Davies sits down with Samantha Harman, the founder of the Style Editor and an award-winning former newspaper and magazine editor. They dive into powerful discussions about how personal style intersects with leadership, patriarchy, and self-empowerment. Samantha shares her journey of overcoming the male-dominated media industry and how what you wear can affect your confidence and professio...

Join host Danielle Davies on 'Roar' as she talks with bestselling novelist Kirsten Miller about pushing boundaries and making an impact. Learn about Miller's powerful novels, such as The Change and Lula Dean's Little Library of Banned Books, which inspire women to harness their hidden strengths and challenge societal norms. Listen in as theydiscuss the importance of speaking out, combating censorship, and elevating ...

In this episode of ROAR, host Danielle Davies interviews Jennifer Bendery, a veteran political reporter for the Huffington Post, who shares her insights on the vital role of a free press in holding those in power accountable. They discuss the challenges facing journalists today, including increased hostility and the spread of misinformation, particularly under the Trump administration. Jennifer also sheds light on the specific impa...

Empowering Women with Private Period Tracking: A Conversation with Anna Hall of Embody In this episode of Roar, host Danielle Davies interviews Anna Hall, the founder of the Embody app, a private menstrual wellness application. Anna shares her journey from being a special education teacher to entering the FemTech space, motivated by her PMDD diagnosis and the overturning of Roe v. Wade. During the conversation, they discuss the si...

The Roar Podcast, a project from The Circe Collective, showcases women from all walks of life—comedians, activists, writers, politicians, and performers—who are uplifting gender equality in bold, innovative, and often unexpected ways. Episode 1: Advocacy in Action: Nikki Vinck's Journey of Activism and Empowerment This episode of Roar features Nikki Sapiro Vinckier, also known as Nikki Vinck, a formidable advocate for women&...

Join host Danielle Davies on the ROAR podcast as she speaks with Caitlin Tivy, founder of C. Tivy Consulting and a pelvic health physical therapist. Caitlin shares insights on the challenges in women's and LGBTQ+ healthcare, the importance of clinical consulting and medical writing, and the significance of well-researched posts and stories to inspire meaningful change. Learn about Caitlin's journey from biomedical research to becom...

In this episode of 'Roar,' host Danielle Davies interviews Rachel Honeyman, CEO and founder of HoneyBeBold, a branding and web design agency, who also teaches self-defense using her martial arts background. Rachel discusses her digital course, 'Fearless Femmes,' and her approach to self-defense focused on evading, escaping, and engaging attackers. She emphasizes situational awareness, the importance of trusting one's gut feeling, a...

To learn more about our guests: www.GetLUWI.com Instagram: @getluwi FB: https://www.facebook.com/getLuwi email: hello@getluwi.com In this episode of the #RoarPodcast🎙️, host Danielle Davies speaks with Lisa Kinsella, the founder of LUWI, and Samantha Feingold, product coordinator and educator of LUWI. They discuss LUWI 🌱💡, aa revolutionary internal liner designed for contraception and STI protection, empowering women with aut...