If you’ve read Alisha’s book and have been asking What If?, here’s your follow-up question: What’s Next? Luckily, journalist and author Joanne Lipman has an answer with her new book NEXT!: THE POWER OF REINVENTION IN LIFE AND WORK. This episode—the season 3 finale!—is full of fantastic and practical advice on how to make a pivot, trust your gut, and take all your experience with you into the next phase of your journey.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Novelist and advocate Andrea Dunlop joins Alisha on today’s episode to chat writing processes, why writing as a side hustle only works if you put in the time, and tips and tricks for aspiring authors. Join Alisha and the author of the new book, WOMEN ARE THE FIERCEST CREATURES, for a hilarious conversation (and epic game of Smash or Pass).  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Maria Romano loves love—so much so that after a successful career in the rental car business and the loss of her husband, she decided to become a wedding officiant in Las Vegas. Join Alisha and Maria for a hilarious and hopeful chat about finding romance again, a mutual love of J.Lo, and the weirdest wedding she’s ever officiated.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Deborah Bial makes leaders, and she does it with a simple but revolutionary idea: give talented kids a posse, and they’ll succeed. This special conversation with the president and founder of the Posse Foundation covers leadership, staying motivated, and the best and worst cinematic teachers in history.   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jenn Cassetta is a total badass (and has written a book, The Art of Badassery) to help you be one as well. A life changing experience on 9/11 helped her find her purpose through martial arts (she’s a third-degree black belt!), self defense coaching, and supporting people to use the teaching of the dojo to be their best selves. Don’t miss this knockout conversation!  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What brings you joy? If you’re lucky enough to know her, the answer might just be Tricia Huffman. Join Tricia, the author of F the Shoulds, Do the Wants, and Alisha as they talk about what it means to be a joyologist, whether gratitude for terrible things is really the secret to a happy life, and whether Justin Bieber is the ultimate joy bringer.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

When she was little, Rachel Burchfield dreamed of marrying Prince William (didn’t we all?). Although he’s now taken, she’s made a career for herself as an expert on the royal family. Join Alisha and Marie Claire’s royals editor Rachel for a deep dive into her surreal moments, why she’d rather be reading, and why Meghan vs. Kate is a loaded question.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tory Archbold spent the first 20 years of her career building the world’s biggest brands—and now she’s building her own. With Powerful Steps and her new book, Self Belief is Your Superpower, Tory’s on a mission to help women build their own brands and tell their stories. Tune in to chat Tim Tams, why you should never work in bed (whoops!), and the life-changing magic of a morning shower.   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As the host of She Pivots, Emily Tisch Sussman loves sharing stories about women and their successes—but her own story is as fascinating, if not more so, than the brilliant people she interviews. Political strategist, media maven, mom, and podcaster Emily joins Alisha to discuss how kids can kill a career, staying motivated, and whether purple-haired girls have more fun (spoiler: they do).  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Emily A. Hay and Ali Spitzer think there’s a different way for women to approach work. They’re the dynamic duo behind HayThere Social Media, a company that upskills women with a training program designed to make them expert social media managers. Join Alisha, Emily, and Ali as they talk about what’s fair at home and work, which Miami is better, and why “just go freelance” is terrible advice.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It’s the perfect Netflix scenario: couple leaves their big-city jobs to start their own vineyard in the countryside. Only James Kinsey-Jones and Susan Holtham are real. And they’re not in the south of France, but rural Wales. Join Alisha to hear their fascinating story about moving back to the family farm, making a major career and life pivot, and the dangers of grape-loving sheep.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

When you hear your own voice, do you cringe? Samara Bay, author of the new book Permission to Speak and dialect coach to Hollywood stars, Congresspeople, and C-Suite Execs is here to change how we think about our own voices. Join Alisha and Samara for an energetic chat about the generic monster on our shoulder, how to master a Miami accent, and what your voice really says about who you are.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A special episode for a special day! Host of MSNBC’s American Voices with Alicia Menendez and podcast Latina to Latina, Alicia has been called “Broadcast Journalism’s New Gladiator” by Elle. Join Alisha and Alicia (don’t worry, it’s less confusing than it looks) as they chat about career journeys, being a public figure, and manifesting Cristela Alonzo to star in the eventual movie of Alisha’s book, My What If Year.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Art dealer (and Alisha’s internship boss) Harry Blain joins the podcast to give a peek behind the curtain of buying and selling modern and contemporary painting and sculpture. Between the glamor and glitz, there is plenty of hard work—it’s not all selling bananas duct-taped to walls for six figures. Harry and Alisha chat about life’s inflection points, the importance of tenacity, and why passion might be the most important quality in any aspiring art dealer.  Hosted on Acast. See...

Before her 50s, New York Times bestselling author Pamela Redmond was a different person. Well, the same person perhaps, but with a different job and a different life. Now, she writes novels (including Younger, that was adapted into a TV series), lives in California (with the occasional stint in London), and is the CEO of Nameberry. Join Alisha to hear about Pamela’s fascinating pivot and her advice for those seeking reinvention.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As only the fourth ever cartoon editor for The New Yorker, Emma Allen knows funny. Her quirky sense of humor makes people around the world laugh, smirk, giggle, and yes, sometimes complain. As a young woman in an old institution, Emma is helping drive the publication into new spaces. Listen in as Emma and Alisha talk cheese, cats, and cancel culture.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Swatee Deepak’s career path defies simple explanation, but is maybe best summed up by the Fannie Lou Hamer quote at the bottom of her email signature: “Nobody’s free until everybody’s free.” Whether in art, fashion, or philanthropy, Swatee works tirelessly (literally—she survives on 4-5 hours of sleep!) to make sure we can all experience the world we want to see. A fabulously inspirational chat to help you start the year with purpose.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more...

Luxury travel advisor Tisha Neufville does more than just plan trips—she works with her clients to build adventures that give them an appreciation for the world and cultures around them. Tisha and Alisha chat dreamy train rides, the upsides of insomnia when you’re working across all time zones, and more. A must-listen episode for anyone with wanderlust.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

If you don’t know your TikTok from your Tumblr, then you need to meet Lauren Ladouceur. Your Type-A BFF and all-around social media guru, Lauren breaks down the creator lifestyle in a way even millennials will understand. Alisha’s conversation with Lauren changed her whole approach to content creation—and it might do the same for you! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jessica Grose is more than just a mom — she’s a New York Times staff writer, a lover of Real Housewives, and novelist — but she’s become a champion of mothers everywhere with her “no punches pulled” writing about parenting. Now with her new book Screaming on the Inside, she shows us just why being a mom really is the hardest job in the world. This is an episode you won’t want to miss.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stand-up comedy is not for the faint of heart as Jill Gonzalez will tell you. Personal finance reporter and TV personality by day, hilarious stand-up comedian by night, Jill talks with Alisha about Oscar Meyer “cold dogs,” what topics are off limits in comedy (um…none), and the best way to handle a heckler.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Legendary food writer Brett Anderson isn’t just an award-winning journalist and respected writer: he’s also an appreciative eater who knows that where there’s a meal, there’s a story. Brett joins Alisha to chat eating your way through New Orleans, a food critic’s ordering strategy, and how to balance parenting with a job that keeps you constantly on the go.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Singer-songwriter, One Tree Hill cast member, and self-described introvert Kate Voegele has been writing songs since her high school days. Kate and Alisha explore the merits of the Midwest, how the music industry has changed (and why that’s a good thing), and how you know when it’s time to expand your horizons.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Can drawing help you unlock your potential? Patti Dobrowoloski thinks so — and she’s made a career of proving it’s true. She joins Alisha in this Season 3 kickoff to share how Broadway brought her to the boardroom, the worst rejection she ever received (and why it turned out to be a good thing), and why you should use visual goal-setting to plan your next move.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.