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
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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 ...
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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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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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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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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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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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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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/]
Theme music by Moshun [http://www.moshunsound.com/]
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December 16, 2020 • 27 mins
Bring on the Rain
The year 2020 has been unprecedented in so many ways. Because of the deadly Coronavirus, everyone has been scared, on the edge, and has had minimal human interaction. Imagine not able to see your own family, imagine losing loved ones at the hands of the virus—you couldn’t give them a last hug, last few words of comfort. How devastating this time has been for all. And now imagine, being betrayed by the most importan...
The year 2020 has been unprecedented in so many ways. Because of the deadly Coronavirus, everyone has been scared, on the edge, and has had minimal human interaction. Imagine not able to see your own family, imagine losing loved ones at the hands of the virus—you couldn’t give them a last hug, last few words of comfort. How devastating this time has been for all. And now imagine, being betrayed by the most importan...
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August 15, 2020 • 25 mins
The last few years of our adolescence and early years of adulthood are probably the most pivotal times of our lives. Stepping into the real world from our protected homes, we are full of excitement and energy. You feel like you can take on the world. The freedom to follow your dreams and becoming independent are exhilarating and scary at the same time. In all of this excitement and confusion, dangerous realities sometimes silently ...
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July 14, 2020 • 28 mins
A Trip to the Himalayas - Travel Series - Sahidya Devadoss
Travelers around the world probably associate colorful and vibrant fabric, stunning jewelry, and Bollywood-style song and dance with India. While that is completely justified, it is also true that the natural wonders of India take a back seat to the man-made marvels for most people as they think, talk, and visit India. In this episode, our guest Sahidya Devadoss shares both ...
Travelers around the world probably associate colorful and vibrant fabric, stunning jewelry, and Bollywood-style song and dance with India. While that is completely justified, it is also true that the natural wonders of India take a back seat to the man-made marvels for most people as they think, talk, and visit India. In this episode, our guest Sahidya Devadoss shares both ...
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November 7, 2019 • 35 mins
In this episode, we are in conversation with Neha Gandhi, a corporate woman, a blogger and Instagrammer, and a mother. Her remarkable journey from Bombay to Boston, her relentless pursuit of her passion for writing, and her genuine fun and feel-good attitude will, without a doubt, inspire you.
Music by: “Finally…! 1r53” by Setuniman; “New York Jazz Loop” by FoolBoyMedia; “Hip-Hop Sample” by Creeper_Ciller78; “My Love (piano loop)” ...
Music by: “Finally…! 1r53” by Setuniman; “New York Jazz Loop” by FoolBoyMedia; “Hip-Hop Sample” by Creeper_Ciller78; “My Love (piano loop)” ...
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