The Passionistas Project Podcast | Passionate Women Empowerment Hosts

The Passionistas Project Podcast | Passionate Women Empowerment Hosts

A women’s empowerment podcast featuring inspiring interviews with female entrepreneurs, women leaders, activists, creatives, and changemakers who are building purpose-driven businesses and living their passion. The Passionistas Project Podcast is hosted by sisters Amy and Nancy Harrington, this top women-led podcast spotlights powerful stories of resilience, career reinvention, personal growth, and authentic self-expression. Each episode dives deep into entrepreneurship, leadership, confidence, mindset, storytelling, and what it really takes to turn your passion into impact. Whether you’re a solopreneur, creative visionary, nonprofit founder, activist, or woman redefining success on your own terms, The Passionistas Project Podcast offers practical wisdom, honest conversations, and inspiration to help you take aligned action and build a life and business you love. If you’re looking for motivational podcasts for women, conversations about purpose-driven leadership, and real stories from women making a difference — you’re in the right place. Featured guests include Dr. Jane Goddall, Margaret Cho, Larraine Newman, Susan Feniger, Maria McKee, Selene Luna, Jess Craven, Catherine Gray, Georgia Stitt, Melissa Fitzgerald, Mary McCormack, Doug and Emmy Jo, Bellamy Young, Maria Lopez, Dr. Melissa Bird, Rebecca Cokley, Soraya Chemaly, Julie DeLucca Collins, and more. If you enjoy content from Brené Brown Jen Hatmaker, Jenna Kutcher, Amy Porterfield, Rachel Hollis you will enjoy the content provided in this podcast.

Episodes

Turning Success Into Impact: Rozalyn Lucero Corona on Empowering Women in Business

June 9, 2026 • 40 mins
What happens when a woman turns her own challenges into a mission to uplift thousands of others? In this inspiring episode of The Passionistas Project, sisters Amy and Nancy Harrington sit down with Rozalyn Lucero Corona, founder of Chingona Community, a thriving nonprofit dedicated to women's empowerment, leadership development, entrepreneurship, wellness, and community impact. Roz shares her remarkable journey from becoming a y...
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Change Is Coming: Leading Through Crisis with Janelle Kellman

May 27, 2026 • 40 mins
In this powerful episode of The Passionistas Project, we sit down with Janelle Kellman — climate resilience expert, attorney, entrepreneur, former mayor of Sausalito, and candidate for California Lieutenant Governor — for an inspiring conversation about courageous leadership, community action, and creating real change during uncertain times. From wildfire prevention and affordable housing to women’s empowerment, ...
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Behind a New Musical Theater Premiere with Nico Juber & Kristin Hanggi

May 9, 2026 • 48 mins
Nico Juber and Kristin Hanggi join hosts Amy & Nancy Harrington to discuss the bold new Broadway-bound musical Millennials Are Killing Musicals, now premiering at The Colony Theatre. In this inspiring conversation about women’s empowerment, authentic storytelling, and the future of musical theater, Nico and Kristin share the eight-year journey behind creating a new pop-rock musical exploring identity, social media, mother...
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Carroll Patrizi: Rewriting Your Story Through Accountability, Surrender & Women's Empowerment

April 21, 2026 • 55 mins
What happens when a painful divorce becomes the catalyst for your most authentic life? Carroll Patrizi — host of Conversations with Carroll and founder of the Surrender Movement — joins Amy and Nancy Harrington of The Passionistas Project to share a journey of accountability, self-discovery, and radical self-authorship. Growing up one of 11 children, Carroll learned early how storytelling shapes identity. But it took a...
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The Secret to Building a Unique Bakery Brand: Hip-Hop, Cinnamon Rolls & Community with Lindsay McDonald

April 7, 2026 • 42 mins
Our guest Lindsay McDonald is a passionate entrepreneur who built a unique bakery brand infused with hip hop culture, cinnamon rolls, and a strong sense of community. Lindsay's journey embodies women empowerment and motivational stories of overcoming obstacles, including funding challenges and personal loss, to create a thriving business. In this inspiring episode with sisters Amy and Nancy Harrington of The Passionistas Project, ...
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Stop Trying to Fix Them: How Lisa Richer Helps Neurodivergent Kids Thrive

March 24, 2026 • 55 mins
In this episode of The Passionistas Project Podcast, sisters Amy and Nancy Harrington dive deep into an inspiring conversation with Lisa Richer, a neurodivergent success partner and founder of Journey2Bloom. Lisa shares powerful motivational stories about her journey overcoming childhood anxiety, late diagnosis of ADHD, and other neurodivergent challenges, alongside her elite gymnastics background and how she transformed setbacks i...
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Healing Infertility Naturally — Sarah Willoughby's Journey of Women Empowerment and Self-Love

March 10, 2026 • 39 mins
Discover Sarah Willoughby's inspiring journey of healing infertility naturally, as she transforms personal struggles into powerful lessons of women's empowerment and self-love. In this episode of The Passionistas Project Podcast, Sarah shares motivational stories about facing infertility, miscarriage, and trauma while embracing female empowerment tips that encourage trust in intuition and body wisdom. Through heartfelt conversatio...
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The Film Leading a Women's Health Revolution with Meredith Yinger

February 24, 2026 • 53 mins
In this episode of the Passionistas Project, sisters Amy and Nancy Harrington interview Meredith Yer, an award-winning director, documentarian, and founder of the female-led production company She TV Media. Meredith shares her journey from childhood storyteller to a key figure in the documentary world, highlighting her frustrations with traditional broadcast journalism and the motivations behind her documentary projects. She delves...
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Choosing Alignment Over Burnout with Valerie Friedlander

February 22, 2026 • 44 mins
In this episode, sisters Amy and Nancy Harrington, founders of the Passionistas Project, interview Valerie Friedlander, an ICF professional certified coach. Valerie discusses her passion for connection and community, her journey from performer to coach, and her philosophy on energy leadership. She shares insights on empowering women to navigate life and career transitions, the importance of discerning one's true desires, and how to...
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Exploring Pleasure and Empowerment with Melanie Bonk

January 28, 2026 • 46 mins
In this episode of the Passionistas Project, sisters Amy and Nancy Harrington talk with Melanie Bonk, a certified love, sex, and relationship coach, somatic trauma therapist, and pleasure revolutionary. Melanie shares her journey and mission to help women and couples overcome shame, heal past traumas, and awaken their pleasure. She discusses how her childhood, personal experiences, and formal education led her to this path. Melanie...
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Maternal Health Advocacy & Supporting Moms Worldwide with Angelina Spicer

January 20, 2026 • 46 mins
In this inspiring episode of the Passionistas Project, sisters Amy and Nancy Harrington sit down with Angelina Spicer, a stand-up comedian, writer, mother, and activist. The episode delves into Angelina's journey from a childhood dream of acting to a career in comedy, and ultimately to her role as an advocate for maternal health. With humor and honesty, Angelina shares her experiences with postpartum depression and anxiety, the fou...
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Heal Your Relationship with Food and Build Body Trust with Jane Pilger

January 13, 2026 • 44 mins
Jane Pilger guides her clients out of an exhausting cycle of shame, restriction, and loss of control, and into a relationship with food and a body that's grounded in trust. Her trauma-informed compassionate approach will change the way you understand yourself and what healing can look like. Learn more about Jane Read the show notes. Learn more about The Passionistas Project. We used ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Circle⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to build our membership....
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A Better Life for All with Congressional Candidate Dr. Melissa Bird

December 9, 2025 • 49 mins
In this episode of the Passionistas Project Podcast, Amy and Nancy Harrington interview Dr. Melissa Bird, a passionate advocate, social worker, and congressional candidate for Oregon’s District 4. Dr. Bird shares her journey from grassroots activism to running for Congress, discusses the challenges facing her district — including healthcare, housing, and representation — and emphasizes the importance of authentic ...
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Passionistas in Focus: The New Zoo Revue Is Coming Right [Back] at You

December 2, 2025 • 65 mins
Passionistas in Focus brings our most powerful stories to life on screen — bold, inspiring conversations you can now see as well as hear. Experience the heart, passion, and purpose of these incredible women in a whole new way. If you're old enough like us, chances are you grew up watching The New Zoo Revue. The show was syndicated from 1972 to 1977, and episodes ran well into the 1990s with 3 million viewers per season in ...
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Illuminating Your Path to True Potential with Becca Shaw

November 11, 2025 • 50 mins
In this soul-expanding conversation, Amy and Nancy sit down with spiritual guide Becca Shaw, who helps people unlock their Akashic Records — the energetic library of every soul’s journey. Becca shares how she discovered her magical gifts as a child in England, why everyone has the ability to access their own records, and how healing at the soul level allows us to rewrite patterns, release trauma, break soul contrac...
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Why Normalizing Equality Is Everyone’s Job – Margaret Cho & Selene Luna in Conversation

October 28, 2025 • 46 mins
In this Passionistas in Focus replay, legendary comedian and activist Margaret Cho joins our special guest host Selene Luna — actress (Mayans M.C., Disney’s Coco), producer, and disability rights advocate — for a powerful conversation about why normalizing equality is everyone’s job. Together, they explore the intersection of comedy and activism, the importance of mentorship and representation, and what it m...
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Passionistas in Focus: The Indomitable Spirit of Dr. Jane Goodall — Her Final Message of Hope

October 14, 2025 • 41 mins
In this special Passionistas in Focus replay episode, we honor the life and legacy of Dr. Jane Goodall (April 3, 1934– October 1, 2025) — world-renowned primatologist, environmentalist, and humanitarian whose groundbreaking research forever changed our understanding of the relationship between humans and animals. Originally recorded in 2021, this heartfelt conversation with The Passionistas Project Podcast co-hosts Amy ...
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Finding Your Diamonds with Liz Svatek

October 7, 2025 • 53 mins
In this inspiring conversation, Liz Svatek — powerhouse transformation coach, bestselling author, and host of the Liz Svatek Show — talks with Amy and Nancy Harrington about living boldly in the Warrior Woman Era. Liz shares her journey of hitting the wall at 49, healing her past, embracing her legacy, and empowering women to find their own diamonds. From battling infertility towriting a deeply honest book, Liz opens up...
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Owning Your Power and Setting Boundaries That Heal with Stephanie McAuliffe on Passionistas TV

September 23, 2025 • 42 mins
In this episode, sisters Amy and Nancy Harrington, founders of the Passionistas Project, speak with Stephanie McAuliffe, a boundary strategist and international bestselling author. Stephanie shares her journey from 27 years on Wall Street to becoming a transformational energy healer. Discussing her difficult upbringing in a household marked by alcoholism and trauma, Stephanie explains her passion for boundaries and healing. She det...
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Breaking Barriers: Cathelina Duvert on Writing, Healing, and Empowerment

September 9, 2025 • 49 mins
In this episode of the Passionistas Project, Amy and Nancy Harrington interview Cathelina Duvert, author of the debut novel 'The Box.' Inspired by her own experiences with depression, Duvert's novel delves into the journey of healing and self-discovery. The conversation explores Cathelina's passion for writing, her Haitian heritage, her career in publishing and teaching, and the extensive process of writing her book. Additionally, ...
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