Liberty Sessions With Nada Jones | Celebrating Women Who Do & Inspiring Women Who Can |

Shelley Paxton is a 26-year advertising and marketing veteran whose legacy is imprinted on iconic global brands like McDonald’s, Visa, and Harley-Davidson. At the pinnacle of her career, as Chief Marketing Officer of Harley-Davidson, she was shocked to find herself feeling success-empty instead of success-full. That awakening led her on a profound journey that became her mission, business, and bestselling book, Soulbbatical: A Corporate Rebel’s Guide to Finding Your Best Life.Now, as Chief Soul Officer, she works with leaders and teams to advocate for redefining success in ways that celebrate humanity, well-being, and soul. Her influential work is an empowering antidote to corporate burnout, attrition, and disengagement. It’s gained recognition on platforms like NBC, CBS, Forbes, Inc., and Thrive Global, making her a respected thought leader, advisor, and sought-after keynote speaker who’s been called “the next Brené Brown” by Chip Conley, NY Times Bestselling Author, Former Airbnb Exec, and Founder of Modern

Founder and Creative Director Joy Cho has authored seven books and consulted for hundreds of creative businesses. Joy has given keynote speeches on entrepreneurship, leadership, and business at conferences and companies, including Alt Summit, Pinterest HQ, Target HQ, and Hallmark HQ. For two years in a row, Joy was named one of Time's 30 Most Influential People on the Internet and has the most followed account on Pinterest with over 15 million followers. Most recently, Joy's house and studio have been featured in House Beautiful, Parents, and Domino Magazines.Through her namesake, Oh Joy!, she’s created a wide range of licensed products, including home decor, kids, pet, and furniture collections, with brands such as Target, Band-Aid, Petco, Rockport, and more. In this episode, Nada sits down with Joy to discuss the making of her Oh Joy! brand and its many iterations over the years. The two talk about Joy's early days of blogging and her title of "most followers on Pinterest."  Joy takes us through h

Larissa Thomson was born and raised in New York City with an innate connection to the energy of the city and the people in it. Over the years she learned to understand the importance of balancing that energy with the regenerative healing powers that nature has to offer. Her exposure to clean beauty and timeless style would eventually guide her to an impressive career in the fashion industry. Through her tenure as a Fashion Market Director for many of the world’s best fashion magazines, she has been a leading translator of trends and a conduit of style for millions of consumers.Thomson’s devotion to a life of healthy living, learning, and discovery, along with her experienced eye for luxury, led her to become the co-founder of ONDA Beauty in December 2016. The aim was to create a beauty and spa destination dedicated to a curated collection of clean, conscious, and safe beauty products. In addition to providing access to safe and effective brands in a modern, warm, and welcoming space, ONDA is a trusted space t

Sally Lou Loveman is the founder of Lovespeaks, LLC where she coaches professionals to speak without fear by exploring the power of their story. As the former audience producer of “The Oprah Winfrey Show,” Sally Lou has seen firsthand the power our stories hold. In her book “SPEAK: Love Your Story, Your Audience is Waiting,” Sally Lou invites readers to write & speak their own story and also offers her online curriculum The LOVESPEAKS Method for anyone who wants to step up their speaking game.In this episode, Nada sits down with Sally Lou to talk about the fear of public speaking, and the importance of sharing our stories. Sally Lou recounts her long career producing Oprah’s audiences and details how she turned that talent and her love of stories into the Love Speaks platform. She shares the journey of writing her first book and distilling it down into course modules for her clients. Sally Lou offers us practical advice for all types of public speaking moments (imaging the audience naked is not one of the

Dr. Sameena Rahman is a board-certified OB/GYN, sex-med gynecologist, menopause specialist, and founder of the Center for Gynecology and Cosmetics. After years of practicing obstetrics and gynecology in a variety of large academic settings and locations, Dr Rahman opened a practice to ensure patients have their best quality of life.  Additionally, she hosts the podcast Gyno Girl Presents: Sex, Drugs & Hormones.  With the prestigious designation of ISSWSH Fellow (IF) from the International Society for the Study of Women’s Sexual Health, Dr. Rahman is at the forefront of innovative approaches to sexual pain and dysfunction. She is an active member of the International Society for Sexual Medicine (ISSM) and holds the Certified Menopause Physician (NCMP) credential from the North American Menopause Society, where she specializes in menopause management for midlife individuals.In this episode, Nada sits down with Dr. Rahman to discuss her Gyno Girl persona and platform. From her early career in

Heather Redisch is the Founder of Adulting101 Masterclass, a program designed to bridge the gap between academia and the professional world by equipping recent college graduates with essential life skills. With nearly 25 years of experience in talent management, recruiting, and people operations, Heather sees the challenges young professionals today face as they transition into the workforce.Heather holds a degree from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and founded The Talent Maven, a consulting and executive search business. Her passion for empowering the next generation drives her to innovate and adapt her training programs to meet the evolving needs of the workforce and to help young generations thrive.In this episode, Nada sits down with Heather to discuss her work coaching new graduates on "adulting," why there's disconnected communication between generations, and how young grads can find their stride in our evolving world. From smartphones and social media to the pandemic and Zoom calls, Heather points

Annie Kantor earned her B.F.A. in Textile Design from the Rhode Island School of Design. She honed her craft working in the contract textile industry designing woven upholstery and panel fabrics, serving as Head of Custom Studio at Maharam. While tackling the renovation of a period home in Oakland, Annie became frustrated by the lack of enticing designs in metal. She saw an opportunity to apply her expertise in repeating-pattern design and developed a line of custom metalwork that blossomed into Modern Metal.  In this episode, Nada sits down with Annie to talk about her experience building a niche business for a high-end market. When she couldn’t buy what she needed, she endeavored to create her own product. Annie pinpoints the decision that set her on a different course toward growing her revenue by scaling back on one particular effort. Her joy is evident when she talks about the craftsman she feels lucky to work with and the importance of building a healthy culture. For Annie, the road to a susta

Mimi Ison has never followed a traditional timeline. She started adult ballet at 40, took an unpaid internship at 42, and jumped into the boxing ring for training at 50. Who says there's one way to grow older? Certainly not Mimi—and now in her early sixties, she's one of the most profound, do-it-your-way pro-aging influencers out there. Mimi started her online presence by accident, you could say. Overwhelmed by the loss of her mother and long hours as a creative director, she left work and started blogging about middle age. A couple of years into this, her Instagram account @heymiddleage took off. At 61, she's on a mission to change our feelings about aging by challenging limiting beliefs. You can find her crushing age stereotypes through dynamic physical activities like shuffle dancing, weight training, jump rope, step, boxing, and mobility training. In this episode, Nada chats with Mimi about everything—our changing bodies and lives, what we're all capable of as we grow older, how we can invest in

Elise Loehnen is a writer, editor, and podcast host of Pulling the Thread. Ultimately, Elise is a seeker and synthesizer, braiding together wisdom traditions, cultural history, and a deep knowledge of healing modalities to unlock new ways to contextualize who we are and why we're here. She's also the author of the instant New York Times bestseller On Our Best Behavior: The Seven Deadly Sins and the Price Women Pay to Be Good. The book explores the ways patriarchy embeds itself in our consciousness. The Seven Deadly Sins—Sloth, Envy, Pride, Gluttony, Greed, Lust, Anger—reads like a checklist of what it means to be a "good" woman and offers a path forward, moving ourselves and each other toward freedom and balance. Elise is a frequent contributor to Oprah and has written for The New York Times, Elle Decor, Stylist, and more. She has co-written 12 books, including five New York Times Best Sellers. Previously, she was the chief content officer of goop, and co-hosted The goop Podcast and The goop Lab on Netfl

Julie of @thefiftyist is a silver-haired, pro-age content creator and writer who is having an absolute blast on social media at 56. After working in education for many years, Julie left her position for more creative endeavors and found herself battling a second breast cancer (after 20 years) diagnosis. After being derailed for almost two years, she emerged from that period with a sense of gratitude and drive to have more fun while stacking the health odds in her favor by eating and living as healthy as possible. Julie found herself sharing her discoveries in clean makeup and self-care products. Today she is creating content with like-minded brands and writing a book, and guest blogging for Tangled Silver – an online magazine aimed specifically at women with silver hair. Although entering the world of social media in her fifties has been a challenge, it has allowed Julie the creative space to speak her truths for the first time in her life. Her mantra, 'Do things that scare you!'Liza of @hi_ho_silver_liz

Eat Your Flowers started out of Loria Stern's tiny kitchen located on a 1890's built Montecito, California estate. In 2016, while renting one of the cottages on the property, Loria began experimenting with the edible bounty that grew freely on the grounds.  Loria studied medicinal and edible plants all through her years of culinary training.  She didn’t attend culinary school, instead, she received her professional training by working long hours in dozens of kitchens and bakeries. Loria’s vibrant edible botanical creations have been celebrated in Vogue, The New York Times, Harper’s Bazaar, and Oprah among others. The Los Angeles-based chef, baker, botanist, gardener, and artist first gained fame as the originator of the botanical pressed cookie and has created many other unique creations along the way. Loria’s EAT YOUR FLOWERS brand values local community, sustainability and inclusivity. She harvests from her own abundant flower garden, works alongside local farmers to source seasonal and organ

Garance Doré is the founder of the skincare line Doré, which launched in May 2022. Born in Corsica, Garance grew up dipping in and out of the sea and running wild through nature. She established her career, and creative spirit, in Paris before moving to New York to become internationally recognized for her illustrations, street-style photographs, and writing.Garance has returned to her French roots and has merged her love of simplicity and nature with a desire to deliver clean, gentle, and effective Made-in-France skin care for everyone. This newest iteration of Doré was born because Garance believes, "life isn’t meant to be spent in front of a mirror."In this episode, Nada sits with Garance to discuss her journey from fashion influencer and blogger to skincare company founder and writer. Garance holds nothing back and opens up about her struggle with anxiety and depression. From sharing her news on social media to her refusal to be defined by the experience, she is candid and accessible at every turn. Garanc

Korinna Howie is the digital creator behind the Instagram account @isthistooyoungforme. There she shares her love of sustainable fashion, cruelty-free beauty, and stuff that makes her, and consequently us, happy. When a family issue required Korinna’s time and attention, she put her career on hold. Desperate for a creative outlet, she decided to try her hand at social media. Her interest in fashion and beauty and her relaxed and casual approach turned her into everyone's BFF. Her account has become more than a “what clothes to wear and which potions to apply” platform. ITTYFM has become a community of kind and like-minded women looking for connection as much as advice.In this episode, Nada sits down with Korinna to discuss her unintended role as an influencer. She gets honest about the money she has made, the types of brands she works with, and the 3 hours a day spent answering DMs. With a focus on being more than a curated account on “the Gram”, she shares the one question she always asks herself before post

Raili CA Design is a testament to the passion and love for eclectic California interior design that former fashion executive Raili Clasen is known for. After a successful career with Quiksilver and Paul Frank, Clasen co-founded the trendy housewares brand Alice Supply Co. Her transition into the interior design business was seamless and catapulted by the press around her first home project. Raili CA Design is a full-service interior design firm specializing in new construction, complete remodels, and the occasional cool vintage cottage renovation. In this episode, Nada sits down with Raili to talk about becoming an interior designer in her late 40s and authorship at 60. Raili shares her sales background in the surf world and recalls being constantly drawn to the creatives in that field, sparking an inner desire for design. Later, she and her best friend launched a wildly popular home and tools product line. The PR success of that business opened the door to her first interior design project. Now, at

Lori Gigantelli, a registered dietitian, earned her B.S. from Colorado State University in Nutrition and Food Science and her dietetic internship at St. Paul Ramsey Medical Center in Minnesota.  She began her career in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, counseling patients in a large outpatient clinicDuring the next 29 years, which included several family relocations, Lori continued to weave projects, volunteerism, and contract work centering around nutrition and wellness into her life, all while raising four children. She led Trim Within™, an adult weight loss program while counseling in a Lipid Clinic.  Lori has worked as a coach for the National Dairy Council's Fuel Up to Play 60 program and as a consultant, piloting the Nutrition and Physical Activity Self-Assessment for Childcare (NAP SACC) program. She has provided individual nutritional counseling for weight management and chronic medical conditions and has coached clients to reach their health and wellness goals in clinical and fitness settings. &

Gabriella Espinosa is a menopause and sexual wellness coach and host of the podcast “Pleasure in the Pause.” Her work is dedicated to empowering midlife women to own their pleasure, power and purpose.Gabriella believes menopause is an invitation to get to know ourselves better and upgrade our physical, mental and emotional selves to the best version possible. Her guidance takes women on a journey of self-exploration, trust and knowing. “We do get to the other side wiser, stronger, sexier and more empowered!” In this episode, Nada sits down with Gabriella to talk about female pleasure! She offers a new way to understand what pleasure means and how to start reclaiming that word for ourselves in midlife. Gabriella’s journey of self-discovery led to a radical shift in her career and ultimately her work as a sexual wellness coach committed to helping us find the courage to meet ourselves anew as sexual beings.To get started on your own self-discovery, check out Gabriella’s website and journaling prompts. List

Many capture moments, but few capture the essence of who you are. Lisa Haukom believes the camera is more than just a tool for social media snapshots. Lisa is a photographer and self-acceptance advocate on a mission to create a global movement. Through her transformative Self-Portrait Method program, workshops, and upcoming book, You Are Golden, she empowers individuals to embrace their authentic selves by confronting vulnerability, sharing their truth, and harnessing the unshakeable bravery to be themselves—all through the powerful lens of self-portraiture.A dedicated advocate for inclusivity, Lisa’s studio offers free photo sessions to transgender youth, and The Self-Portrait Method is designed to serve people of all communities, identities, and genders. Lisa lives in the Pacific Northwest and Los Angeles with her family and their two rescued border collies.In this episode, Nada talks with Lisa about The Golden Brand and how her coursework and community help women develop unshakable self-confidence. Li

Jennet Chow is the Co-Founder and co-CEO of Evolution Design Lab (EDL) and Jellypop Shoes. She is more than a successful entrepreneur. She's a second-generation Taiwanese-American and a native of Southern California who has dedicated herself to advocating for AANHPI and women-owned businesses. Jennet was named one of Inc. Magazine's 2021 Female Founders 100, and under her leadership, EDL was also awarded Inc. Best in Business Pacific Region in 2023.From her early days, Jennet demonstrated remarkable resilience and determination. Weekends were spent at swap meets, selling shoes for her family's footwear enterprise, Prima Royale Enterprises. This early exposure to the shoe industry and running a business instilled a strong work ethic in her. While studying Apparel Manufacturing Management at FIDM, she continued to work with her parents, recruiting and growing Prima Royale's design and marketing team from herself to ten people by age 21. Her humble beginnings have driven her to champion women's leadership, servi

Garance Doré is an internationally celebrated writer, illustrator, and author of the New York Times Bestseller, Love Style Life. She is the Co-Founder and Creative Director of Doré. Since 2006 Garance has created a unique blend of photos, videos, illustrations, and essays establishing a distinctive point of view and a close relationship with her highly engaged audience. In 2012, Garance was the co-recipient of the CFDA Eugenia Sheppard Media Award and has been profiled in many top-tier media outlets.Emily Yeston is the Co-Founder and CEO of Doré. After five years of working closely with Garance Doré to build her eponymous platform into a thriving digital media property, Emily became Garance’s business partner in 2016 and continued to be instrumental in leveraging Garance’s voice and influence to an ever-increasing international audience. In 2020, Emily partnered with Garance as Co-Founder and CEO of Doré to bring clean, gentle, and effective Made-in-France skincare with a focus on sustainability and inclusivi

Dr. Sharon Malone is a nationally known expert in women’s health and the author of Grown Woman Talk. She is the Chief Medical Advisor at Alloy Women’s Health, a telehealth company that focuses on women over 40. Before joining Alloy, Dr. Malone was a partner at one of the oldest and most successful OB/GYN medical practices in Washington, D.C. She is board-certified by the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists and certified by the North American Menopause Society as a Certified National Menopause Practitioner. Throughout her professional career, she has been active in advocating for reproductive rights, reducing teen pregnancy, and eliminating health care disparities.In this episode, Nada sits down with Dr. Sharon Malone (or Dr. Sharon as she prefers) to discuss her book, Grown Women Talk: Your Guide to Getting and Staying Healthy, and her work as CMO with Alloy Women’s Health. Dr. Sharon is setting the record straight, from the history of women’s health research and the importance of self-advocac