Women of Wayland - The Podcast

Women of Wayland - The Podcast

Women of Wayland is a podcast born out of the core belief that the most unassuming women around us have the most remarkable of stories to tell. This podcast started in a small peaceful community of Wayland, in Greater Boston Area. Stories of our women paint a beautiful inspiring picture. Even in a small town an individual can affect positive change that can impact the world. We want to celebrate them! Every episode, we will get into soulful conversations that explore a unique side of the guest.

Episodes

10% More Courageous — A Tribute to Pablo Suarez | Mid-Season Special | Man of Wayland Series

May 22, 2025 • 35 mins
In this special mid-season episode of the Women of Wayland podcast, we bring you the second story in our Man of Wayland series. This episode is dedicated to the extraordinary life of Dr. Pablo Suarez—a resident of Wayland, Massachusetts, whose visionary work spanned the globe. From the Vatican to the White House, from rural Togo to Boston University, Pablo inspired countless people to act with courage, creativity, and compassion in...
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Breaking the Cycle: A Story of Childhood Trauma & Triumph - Anonymous Story

March 26, 2025 • 59 mins
In this episode, with an anonymous woman of Wayland, we dive deep into the journey of facing and understanding childhood traumas—how they shape your identity, self-worth, and the way you show up in the world. We explore how uncovering your origin story can empower you as a woman, a parent, and a professional, helping you break cycles of self-doubt, body shame, and career guilt. You’ll hear from a brave woman on how she reclaimed he...
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Voices for the Voiceless: Amy Shroff's Mission to Save Stray Animals Worldwide

June 19, 2024 • 34 mins
In today's episode, we welcome the remarkable Amy Shroff, a dedicated veterinarian and founder of the Veterinary Emergency & Specialty Center of NE, now known as Blue Pearl Veterinary Specialists. Amy, a resident of Wayland, Massachusetts since 1999, shares her inspiring journey in veterinary medicine and her work with her non-profit organization, Lets Save the Strays International. We discuss her mission to assist forgotten an...
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Navigating Digital Overwhelm: Simplifying Memory Keeping with Kiera Liu

June 12, 2024 • 37 mins
Today we are talking about an issue that seems everywhere. It seems like a hassle for everyone -managing our digital footprint. We are talking about the thousands of pictures, videos we take, the forwards we receive via social media and instant messaging. So digital decluttering is not just about organizing our own digital assets but also about being responsible and environmentally conscious about our behavior. 

In this episode, we ...
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Cannacurious Conversation: Sipping into the World of Cannabis Beverage Kelia - Sarah Patel

May 8, 2024 • 46 mins
In this episode of the Women of Wayland Podcast, we sit down with Sarah Patel, the founder of Kelia, a brand revolutionizing the world of cannabis beverages. Sarah shares her inspiring journey of rediscovering the transformative effects of cannabis as a mother. In this conversation, Sarah reflects on the stigma surrounding cannabis and on the jettisoning away of some of these traditionally held beliefs. She discusses her mission to...
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Wayland Trailblazers - Pioneering Solutions for After-School Care - Karen Kelly

March 29, 2024 • 46 mins
Welcome to the Women of Wayland podcast season 4. Today we're introducing a new category: Wayland Trailblazers! A "Wayland trailblazer" refers to someone who pioneers innovative solutions, particularly within the Wayland community. Our inaugural guest in this category is Karen Kelly, a remarkable woman whose journey embodies the essence of a Wayland trailblazer. Take a listen and discover the untold story behind Karen's groundbreak...
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The Half of It - Unveiling Juliette Fay's Literary Journey

March 1, 2024 • 44 mins
Welcome to Season 4 of the Women of Wayland podcast! In this inaugural episode, we dive into the captivating world of our guest, Juliette Fay, exploring the untold aspects of her life as a wife, mom, and, most importantly, as a writer. Juliette's literary journey has been nothing short of extraordinary. From the acclaimed "Shelter Me" to the recently released "The Half of It," we uncover the half you might not know. Join us as we d...
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Trailer Season 4

February 10, 2024 • 3 mins
Welcome to the trailer of Season 4 of the Women of Wayland Podcast! Get ready for an inside look at how these next-door s-heroes in Wayland are rewriting their career narratives. Uncover the powerful "whys" behind their reinventions that will leave you inspired and motivated. And that's not all – ever wondered how they turned dreams into reality? Dive deep into their journeys with captivating audio clips, revealing the strategies a...
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Travel Story - Unpacking the Bliss & Bumps of a Solo Trip

January 13, 2024 • 14 mins
Travel is the secret sauce for your soul. I have loved to wander for as long as I remember. But as a woman, I realize that wandering comes at a cost. However, one has to be willing to go through the bumps to get to the bliss of solo travel. To begin season four, I want to start by sharing a personal travel story that is no less than a Bollywood masala movie! Don't forget to share and subscribe and check out the travel pictures on o...
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Experiencing Life Musically - Penelope Wayne Shapiro

March 31, 2023 • 41 mins
Plato once said: “Music gives a soul to the universe, wings to the mind, flight to the imagination, and life to everything.” To wrap up Season 3, we invited musician, teacher, entrepreneur, performer, and woman of Wayland Penny Wayne-Shapiro to our studio. In this wide-ranging conversation, we cover music education, humorous anecdotes, prejudices musicians still face, how learning music really is a preparation for life--whether you...
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A Community against Cancer - Leah Levine

December 8, 2022 • 32 mins
In this episode, we are in conversation with Leah Levine, a wife, mother, educator, and a practitioner of mindfulness. We chart her story through her upbringing in Massachusetts to her harrowing experience as a mother of a young child diagnosed with cancer. What is remarkable in her story is not just the way she handled her daughter’s sickness but also how an entire town came together to give back to her and her family for all that...
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Loved to Death - Malcolm Astley

December 26, 2021 • 28 mins
In this episode, to shed spotlight on men who are making our communities a better place, especially for women, we introduce a new category in our stories: Man of Wayland. Our first guest in this category is Malcolm Astley. In this nostalgic, stirringly painful, and inspiring conversation, Malcolm talks about his huge grief in the wake of the murder of his teenage daughter Lauren Dunne Astley and also her fond memories. In this rive...
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Wayland History - Jane Sciacca

November 7, 2021 • 37 mins
In this episode, we turn the clocks back with Wayland’s renowned historian Jane Sciacca. We discuss different chapters from the history of Wayland, ranging from Wayland’s most prominent resident Lydia Maria Child to landmarks, trivia and more. How was Wayland 50 years ago when Jane arrived? Did young families always come here for the schools? How was it when it was a business hub? What are those not so glorious elements of the past...
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Addressing Climate Change One Community at a Time – Kaat Vander Straeten

September 29, 2021 • 44 mins
Climate Change Community Activist – Kaat Vander Straeten

Even though the science behind climate change could not be clearer, confusion about the evidence and tangible actions we can take lingers on. In this episode, Kaat Vander Straeten joins us to help clarify and give us some concrete steps we can take in our lives to address this ‘predicament’—as she calls it. Among other things, Kaat is a lead coordinator of EnergizeWayland, an ...
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Pandemic from a Health worker's Perspective - Jessin Varghese

June 23, 2021 • 45 mins
In this episode, we are in conversation with Jessin Varghese, a Nurse practitioner at UMass Memorial. Jessin recounts her professional and emotional journey through the pandemic. As public reaction to COVID-19 swayed from panic to skepticism and the science behind the virus and the vaccine became a top-of-mind issue for the public, their view of medicine and healthcare workers also varied. Goes without saying, this affected people ...
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A Mental Health Pandemic? - Dr. Whitney Fair

June 9, 2021 • 63 mins
In this episode, we are in conversation with clinical psychologist Dr Whitney Fair. In this riveting conversation, we discuss the less-talked-about toll of COVID-19: mental health. Dr. Fair not only offers an honest account of the impact the pandemic has had on her clients but also shares what it has done to professionals like herself. We cover a variety of topics ranging from her personal journey into clinical psychology, navigati...
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Jackie Cooks and Drinks - Jacqueline Adelson

May 26, 2021 • 39 mins
In this episode, food blogger Jacqueline Adelson of Jackie Cooks and Drinks blog joins us to discuss her food blogging journey and her approach toward creating and sharing new recipes with her followers--all the while presenting her authentic self on social media. This fun-filled, lively chat also covers a variety of topics such as our relationship with food in the age of diets, the inside view into the life of a food blogger, and ...
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Sage Spoonfuls - Liza Huber

May 12, 2021 • 45 mins
Actor-entrepreneur Liza Huber joins us on this episode for an intimate, heart-to-heart conversation. Liza opens up about her time as a TV actress, her radically ingenious strategies as an entrepreneur, the pivotal moments her husband supported her, and her personal pain that led her to activism for cerebral palsy. Join us for a chat like never before. As we traverse different chapters of Liza’s life, you will be in awe of her spiri...
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Loose Change - Antonia Hieronymus

April 28, 2021 • 42 mins
In this episode, we talk with Antonia Hieronymus, about the life-changing experience students from Wayland Middle School have in Peru through her non-profit Loose Change. She talks about how it gives perspective to teenagers and adults alike, and how connections not possessions make a community rich. This wide-ranging, extraordinary conversation will transport you to London, India, and to the remote villages of Peru.
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Women of Wayland Podcast - Season 3 Trailer

April 19, 2021 • 5 mins
Here's a sneak peek into Season 3 of the Women of Wayland Podcast. Listen to clips of our episodes to know more about the topics we will be discussing this season.

Theme music by Moshun [http://www.moshunsound.com/]
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