Épisodes

  • EP 139 Brittany Stevens
    Dec 14 2025
    Brittany Stevens | Workplace Rights, Power Dynamics, and Finding Your Voice In this episode of Meeting You Where You’re At, host Richard Juknavorian speaks with Brittany Stevens, a partner at Phillips & Associates, about the realities of workplace discrimination, harassment, and retaliation — and what employees can do when power dynamics make speaking up feel impossible. Brittany is an employee-side employment attorney who represents individuals facing some of the most difficult moments of their professional lives. In this candid and compassionate conversation, she breaks down how discrimination and retaliation actually show up at work, why “just saying no” isn’t always an option, and how fear, silence, and imbalance of power continue to shape workplace experiences — especially for women. This episode explores: - Sexual harassment, discrimination, and retaliation in the workplace - Pregnancy and maternity-related discrimination and subtle forms of retaliation - The importance of documentation, witnesses, and internal complaints - How colleagues, HR, and leadership can better support vulnerable employees - What true workplace cultures of safety and accountability look like - The emotional toll of advocacy work — and how Brittany sustains herself Brittany also shares her own career journey, her approach to mentorship, and why helping people find their voice is at the heart of the work she does every day. This is a powerful conversation about justice, resilience, and the courage it takes — both personally and professionally — to stand up when something isn’t right. 🎧 Listen now. For more information, please visit https://www.newyorkcitydiscriminationlawyer.com/
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    39 min
  • EP 138 Michelle Monaco
    Dec 14 2025
    Michelle Monaco | Designing Virtual Care That Puts Humans First In this episode of Meeting You Where You’re At, host Richard Juknavorian sits down with Michelle Monaco, Senior Vice President of Product at Wheel, for a thoughtful conversation at the intersection of healthcare, technology, and human-centered design. Michelle leads both product and engineering at Wheel, where she’s helping reimagine virtual care infrastructure to improve access, quality, and trust for patients and clinicians alike. Together, Richard and Michelle explore what it means to build the right thing and build it right in a deeply complex, highly regulated healthcare system. This conversation covers: - Why product and engineering leadership are increasingly converging - How empathy, curiosity, and experimentation drive better digital health experiences - The role of AI in amplifying — not replacing — clinicians - Designing for transparency in virtual care, from pricing to access - Servant leadership, mentorship, and learning to do hard things Michelle also shares her personal journey into health tech, her approach to leadership as a working parent, and why following relationships — not just roles — has shaped her career. If you’re interested in digital health, product leadership, AI in healthcare, or building technology that truly meets people where they are, this episode is for you. 🎧 Listen now and join the conversation. For more information, please visit - https://www.wheel.com/
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    43 min
  • EP 137 Sylvie Milverton
    Dec 7 2025
    In this episode of Meeting You Where You’re At, Richard sits down with Sylvie Milverton — Founder & CEO of Lynx Educate — to explore how education, purpose, and global experience intersect to shape the future of work. Sylvie shares her journey from CFO to entrepreneur, her global career across Latin America, Europe, and the U.S., and the inspiration behind launching Lynx Educate, an organization helping employers drive social mobility and workforce impact through learning. Together, we discuss: • How international experiences shape views on equity and access • The transition from operator to visionary founder • Female leadership in male-dominated spaces • The power of networks and authentic connection • The evolving role of learning in the age of AI and workforce transformation This is a conversation about reinvention, purpose, and the belief that talent truly is everywhere. Watch now and be inspired by Sylvie’s thoughtful, global view on lifelong learning and impact. For more information on Lynx Educate, please see -- https://lynxeducate.com/
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    39 min
  • EP 136 Jen Fry
    Nov 23 2025
    Dr. Jen Fry is a Sports Geographer, educator, speaker, tech founder, and the force behind JenFryTalks, where she helps organizations navigate the messy but transformative terrain of conflict and culture. She’s also the author of the razor-sharp new book I Said No, a guide to setting boundaries and reclaiming your power without apology. In this candid and energizing conversation, Jen takes us inside her unconventional journey—from volleyball coach to PhD to tech entrepreneur—and shares how each chapter shaped her understanding of people, place, and power. We explore why conflict isn’t something to avoid, but a catalyst for innovation, healing, and leadership growth. We talk about: - How becoming a Sports Geographer unlocked a new way of seeing people and systems - Why most of us were never actually taught how to navigate conflict - The harmful patterns leaders repeat when fear drives the culture - How her book I Said No helps high-achievers break cycles of guilt and overcommitment - The parallels between managing conflict and building a tech platform from scratch - The power of no-regret decisions, reinvention, and honoring the hard moments that shape us Jen is bold, brilliant, and refreshingly honest. This episode is part masterclass, part storytelling, and part pep talk for anyone ready to stand their ground and lead with clarity. Find Dr. Jen Fry: JenFryTalks (all platforms) Book: I Said No (Amazon, Barnes & Noble, or signed copies on her website) Coordle: Her tech platform for simplifying group travel
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    38 min
  • EP 135 Camille (Cami) Lee
    Nov 1 2025
    Camille “Cami” Lee is redefining what sports storytelling looks like. As the founder of Backfield Media, she’s building a platform that gives athletes a voice—one that highlights their humanity, mental health, education, and community impact beyond the game. In this episode, Cami joins host Richard Juknavorian to discuss her journey as a journalist, creator, and advocate. From her early love of football and her father’s influence to the challenges of being a woman innovating in a male-dominated industry, Cami opens up about authenticity, advocacy, and how collaboration fuels her mission. 🎙️ Themes: sports media, athlete storytelling, women in sports, mental health, advocacy, journalism, leadership, entrepreneurship, Gen Z creators, community impact For more information, please see - https://linktr.ee/BackfieldMedia #MeetingYouWhereYoureAt #PodcastInterview #WomenInMedia #StorytellingPodcast #SocialImpactPodcast #EntrepreneurshipPodcast #SportsMedia #AthleteStories #BackfieldMedia #WomenInSports #SportsJournalism #CollegeAthletes #AthleteAdvocacy #SportsStorytelling #SportsContentCreator #AthleteMentalHealth #StudentAthletes #EducationMatters #MindsetMatters #AdvocacyInAction #MentalHealthAwareness #CommunityBuilding #AuthenticLeadership #GenZCreators #WomenEntrepreneurs #PurposeDriven #InclusiveLeadership #EmpowermentThroughStorytelling #InspirationInAction #RichardJuknavorian #CamilleLee #CamiLee #ODU #InnovationInMedia #NextGenLeadership
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    35 min
  • EP 134 Sonia Singla
    Oct 19 2025
    Episode Title: Redefining Midlife: Dr. Sonia Singla and the Marigold Approach to Women’s Health In this inspiring episode of Meeting You Where You’re At, host Richard Juknavorian sits down with Dr. Sonia Singla, founder of The Marigold Center , to explore how she’s transforming the conversation around menopause, aging, and women’s well-being. After facing her own early menopause at 39, Dr. Singla realized that mainstream medicine was missing something vital—a holistic, compassionate approach that treated women as whole beings. Today, she’s created a sanctuary where science meets soul, offering integrated care that spans hormone therapy, Ayurvedic treatments, nutrition, meditation, and community connection. Together, Richard and Dr. Singla discuss: Why menopause is not a medical footnote, but a profound life shift How The Marigold Center blends Western medicine and Ayurveda—the Sanskrit “science (Veda) of life (Ayur)” What personalized, two-hour intake visits can teach us about true patient care The importance of community and storytelling in women’s healing How midlife can become a decade of power, clarity, and expansion Meeting You Where You’re At continues to spotlight women who are reshaping the narrative of leadership, entrepreneurship, and well-being—one fearless story at a time. 🌸 Learn more about Dr. Sonia Singla and her work at marigoldc.com and follow @the_marigoldcenter on Instagram: instagram.com/the_marigoldcenter .
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    39 min
  • EP 133 Maleekha Fong
    Oct 11 2025
    Finding Calm in the Chaos: Maleekha Fong and the Cozy Mind Club Description: In this uplifting episode of Meeting You Where You’re At, host Richard Juknavorian sits down with Maleekha Fong, founder of Cozy Mind Club and a sophomore at the University of Connecticut, to talk about mindfulness, community, and the power of building something meaningful from the heart. What started as Maleekha’s personal search for balance during her freshman year has grown into a multi-channel movement inspiring students to slow down, breathe, and pursue mindful productivity — progress over perfection. Through Instagram, Pinterest, and her Kofi platform, she’s cultivating a safe space for reflection, gratitude, and connection. Together, Richard and Maleekha explore: The origins and purpose behind Cozy Mind Club How she defines “mindful productivity” in a hustle-driven culture The lessons she learned through UConn’s Werth Innovators Program The importance of vulnerability, empathy, and building safe online communities Her new guided journal, Work in Progress 💬 “If I can impact just one person,” Maleekha says, “then I’ve met my goal.” Follow https://www.instagram.com/thecozymindclub/ and https://ko-fi.com/cozymind to join Maleekha’s growing community — and discover how you, too, can find calm in the chaos. 🎧 Meeting You Where You’re At celebrates women innovators, entrepreneurs, and leaders who are creating meaningful change in their communities and the world.
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    33 min
  • EP 132 Kim Snow
    Oct 5 2025
    ✨ Finding Life Magic in Tech, Leadership, and Spiritual Growth — with Kim Snow Description: In this powerful episode of Meeting You Where You're At, host Richard Juknavorian welcomes his longtime friend and mentor Kim Snow—a cybersecurity compliance leader by day and an energy healer, yoga teacher, and speaker by heart. Over the course of this rich, thoughtful conversation, Kim shares how her 25+ year career in male-dominated tech industries intersected with her deep commitment to spirituality, wellness, and women’s empowerment. From navigating corporate leadership to launching her spiritual practice Life Magic, Kim offers insights on: Practicing self-advocacy and self-care as a woman in leadership Balancing motherhood, blended families, and career ambition Building resilience through yoga, meditation, and energy work Helping others recognize and activate their inner “light” What it really means to show up, do the work, and transform Kim also shares her journey through Cornell Law School’s Master’s program, her upcoming speaking engagements, and the book she’s currently writing. 💻 Learn more about Kim at: www.thekimsnow.com ✨ Follow her Life Magic journey through her website’s hidden gem section Whether you're a young woman figuring out your path or a seasoned professional craving reconnection with your purpose, this episode will inspire you to trust your energy, live your values, and create space for your own magic. #WomensLeadership #SpiritualGrowth #EnergyHealing #Cybersecurity #MindBodySpirit #LifeMagic #MeetingYouWhereYoureAt
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    38 min