Exposing the Hidden Reality
Exposing the Hidden Reality is a weekly conversation where your hosts, Sandra Wint and Annette Garsteck, gather with their guests as a community of women ready to embrace their strengths, navigate challenges, and uplift one another on this incredible and sometimes challenging journey of career and life. We dive into the intricacies of being a woman and a leader in today's society. It's a space where we can expose, probe, and debate the hidden biases that impact our lives and careers, allowing us to shine a light on them and transform them into stepping stones for growth. In this space, we explore current events, books, stories, and insights through the lens of the remarkable women who have faced these challenges head-on, offering wisdom, empathy, and a dash of humor along the way. We're here to create dialogue and foster community on the way to change for ourselves, for you, and all who look to all of us for guidance, support, and advocacy. You're not alone; we're all in this together, learning, growing, and lifting each other up. Connect with Exposing the Hidden Reality: https://exposingthehiddenreality.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/exposingthehiddenreality Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/exposingthehiddenreality Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/exposingthehiddenreality Have you lived through something that exposed hidden biases, reshaped how you lead, or changed the way you see yourself and the world? Women and allies who are ready to speak truth, to name what's been silenced, and to spark change through authentic conversation are always invited to join us so we can hear your story. This is a platform for our collective and individual voices; where your voice matters and your experience can light the way for others navigating similar terrain. Apply here: https://exposingthehiddenreality.com/Apply
Episodes
In this honest and empowering conversation, Beverly Flores, Founder & CEO of Thyme Out Consulting, shares her story of surviving success—the moment she realized that climbing higher in corporate leadership wasn’t leading to happiness. After 24 years at John Deere, she chose to pause, reflect, and redefine what success really means.
Beverly reveals how...
In this inspiring episode, Lorraine Schuchart, APR, Founder & CEO of Prosper for Purpose, joins us to explore how women entrepreneurs are driving a global shift toward businesses rooted in values, impact, and sustainability. Lorraine’s work as a certified B Corp leader proves that when women lead with purpose, pr...
We dig into imposter syndrome, why masking keeps...
Meet Renée Adams, Certified Sober Curious and Mindset Coach and co-founder of Nosedive Co., a wellness brand helping people “numb less” and live more. Renée grew up in a high-pressure world where worth tracked productivity. Through sober curiosity, she found her voice, rebuilt confidence, and...
Not just who holds it, but how we unknowingly give it away. We talk about power like it’s a reward, something you earn once you’ve climbed high enough. But what if power isn’t granted? What if it’s something we already hold?
Join us as we speak with Gail Rudolph, au...
Footwear is still designed mostly by people who don’t walk in our shoes. Literally. And for women, most dress shoes are built for an “average” foot that doesn’t exist.
Tina Wright, founder of GRRIPP Industries and inventor of The Heel Sling, joined us a few weeks ago to unpack a powerful c...
In this episode, bestselling author turned global speaker Marysol James joins us to map the quiet mechanics of narcissistic abuse, why top performers are so often in the blast zone, and how the fallout shows up at work as missed deadlines, muted voices, and surprise resignations.
We unpack the slow-boil dynamics, t...
In this conversation, we get real about bias in exam rooms, the myth of “the nurse by default,” and why residency c...
We are thrilled to welcome Brittany Martin Déjean, founder of Inclusion Jumpstart, for a conversation about FOMU—the fear of messing up—that holds back well-intentioned people and feeds exclusion.
Brittany knows this from both sides. At 12, after her father was paralyzed in a car accident and her brother was killed, she returned to sch...
DITCH the Fairy Tales! You know, the ones about Prince Charming, Happily Ever After, and the big "happy family". Today, we're talking about big, bold and important issues with Cheri Bergeron - author, speaker, coach, and founder of the nonprofit Cheri’s Choice.
After a successful career in tech and entrepreneurship, Cheri faced a tr...
In this episode, we go deep with Jennifer Recla to discuss an important question: What keeps women leaders from rising?
Jennifer is a coach, trainer, and outdoor adventurer. We're going to explore the challenges women face in leadership and the practical ways to overcome them. Inspired by How Women Rise, Jen will shine a light on the habits that ho...
Curiosity is a muscle. Let’s train it young!
A few weeks ago, we sat down to connect with Whitney Duenas Richardson, founder of Global Sprouts. We were not prepared for the incredible conversation that flowed and we're so excited to share it with you!
Join us, and meet this engaging woman, mother, and entrepreneur! In our conversation, we e...
What does it mean to lead with love—especially when the world expects something harder, faster, tougher?
Join us for what is sure to be a thoughtful and perspective-shifting conversation with Gretchen Schott, co-author of Joy@Work: When Women Lead. We'll be exploring her chapter, Choosing to Lead with Love. Gretchen’s story begins in...
Boundaries, Healing, and the Courage to Be You
What happens when the stories you’ve carried from childhood, family, and society no longer fit who you are?
In this episode of Exploring the Hidden Reality, we speak with Paula Collins, a Magdalen sound priestess and spirituality mentor. Paula shares her powerful journey of loss, awakening, and reclam...
Burnout, hustle culture, and the invisible emotional load!!!. These are the topics that we need to discuss and challenge. Why? Because these challenges are all too familiar for women in the workplace.
In this episode of Exploring the Hidden Reality, we talk with Claire Campion, a career and leadership coach with 20 years of HR experience at Go...
When safety says no, and Spirit pushes anyway!
What does it take to choose a life you love? Does it just naturally happen or is it about taking and making deliberate bold moves?
Today, we're having a deep and soulful conversation with Missy Toy Ozeas about the courage to take a bold step in the direction of your dream. She left a decades-long career in ...
Ever wonder why certain patterns keep showing up in your work life? Do you encounter self-doubt, find yourself overworking, or feeling unseen no matter how much you achieve?
Join us this week as we talk with Salma Khattab, a Board Certified Hypnotherapist and Transformational Coach. We're going to explore how childhood experiences and subconscious beliefs shap...
Women, Technology and Entrepreneurship - A live conversation with Kim Roth
What’s it really like being a woman in Corporate IT, and then deciding to step into the world of IT entrepreneurship?
Join Annette Garsteck, Sandra Wint, GPCC and Kim Roth, Founder of Allura Connections, as we explore candid insights and experiences from decades in Corpor...
The pressure to do it "perfectly" is something all women know!
On Tuesday, we’re going live with Tori Magers Smith, MBA, founder of Recruitfully, and you won’t want to miss this one.
Tori’s building a business while raising a daughter—and navigating the impossible pressure to do both perfectly. In this episode, we’re getting real...
When someone attacks your character, how do you take back control?
This week, we’re joined by Rachael Olasunkanmi, a dynamic project manager turned AI consultant, who knows what it means to rise with resilience. We’ll explore how professionals, especially women, can reclaim their story, rebuild trust, and create a stronger presence after facing adversity.
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