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Holy smokes! These times are a lot for every single one of us to absorb. How can anyone be expected to maintain a clear focus at work with so much going on around us? In this episode, Alex and Terra felt like this is the ideal time to talk about the deep relationships we each have cultivated with a colleague that helps us to maintain balance no matter the circumstances. You will be introduced to Alicia Mader, who you may know from our Breaking Barriers series, and Tyler Kirkland, the people we lovingly call our work spouses. The four of us have an open discussion about how we connected and why our respective relationships are the adorable secret to our ongoing professional and personal success. We also offer our thoughts on how to find your own work spouse. Don’t worry, no dating apps are required. We hope you enjoy this special episode of A Little Louder Now featuring Alicia and Tyler!

Welcome to the Breaking Barriers series of our A Little Louder Now podcasts. During this series, Alex and Alicia shine a light on two trailblazing women in a different themed topic each month. These two take their fangirling seriously and are excited to share about women who broke down barriers and reached back to pull up the next generation. The Bridge Initiative is dedicated to inclusion and so, for June's theme, we chose Rainbow Connection. This month we are shining a light on two amazing women who broke barriers in their respective fields for the LGBTQ community. Both women are beacons of hope and light for the community. Our featured Barrier Breaker for this episode is the icon Megan Rapinoe. Megan is an inspiration. She is an advocate for equality in sports, specifically Major League Soccer. She’s a women’s soccer great, leading the US Women’s National Team to three world championships and a gold medal in the 2012 Olympics. We celebrate Megan's contributions to the LBGTQ community and sports equality.

Welcome to the Breaking Barriers series of our A Little Louder Now podcasts. During this series, Alex and Alicia shine a light on two trailblazing women in a different themed topic each month. These two take their fangirling seriously and are excited to share about women who broke down barriers and reached back to pull up the next generation. For the month of May, we chose the theme of Amazing Artists. This month we are shining a light on two groundbreaking women who broke barriers in their respective artistic mediums. Our featured Amazing Artist for this episode is Ivy Benson, whose all female band broke gender barriers to become the BBC Radio’s resident dance band and headlined at the London Palladium for six months in the 1940s. We celebrate Ivy's life and the amazing art she contributed to the world. One thing we learned was how many women Ivy gave an opportunity to become a professional musician. She was truly an incredible woman. Alex and Alicia are excited to take you on a journey through Ivy's life.

Welcome to the Breaking Barriers series of our A Little Louder Now podcasts. During this series, Alex and Alicia shine a light on two trailblazing women in a different themed topic each month. These two take their fangirling seriously and are excited to share about women who broke down barriers and reached back to pull up the next generation. For May's theme, we chose Amazing Artists. This month we are shining a light on two amazing women who broke barriers in their respective fields in the art world. Our featured Amazing Artist for this episode is Georgia O'Keeffe, one of the first female painters to achieve worldwide acclaim from critics and the general public. We celebrate Georgia's contributions to art and culture. Her artwork is stunning and Alex and Alicia are excited to take you on a journey through Georgia's life and art. Take a listen! Music by Jennifer Szakolczay Editing by Brittany Waltmire Learn more about Georgia O'Keeffe: https://www.georgiaokeeffe.net/ https://www.okeeffemuseum.org/about-geo

Welcome to the Breaking Barriers series of our A Little Louder Now podcasts. During this series, Alex and Alicia shine a light on two trailblazing women in a different themed topic each month. These two take their fangirling seriously and are excited to share about women who broke down barriers and reached back to pull up the next generation. For April's theme, we chose Science Mavens. This month we are shining a light on two amazing women who broke barriers in their respective fields in science. Our featured Science Maven for this episode is Stephanie Kwolek, the woman who discovered Kevlar. We celebrate Stephanie's contributions to science and all the ways her work made the world a safer place for all of us with her incredible discovery. Alex and Alicia are excited to take you on a journey through Stephanie's life. Take a listen! Music by Jennifer Szakolczay Editing by Brittany Waltmire Learn more about Stephanie Kwolek: https://www.sciencehistory.org/historical-profile/stephanie-l-kwolek https://en.wiki

Welcome to the Breaking Barriers series of our A Little Louder Now podcasts. During this series, Alex and Alicia shine a light on two trailblazing women in a different themed topic each month. These two take their fangirling seriously and are excited to share about women who broke down barriers and reached back to pull up the next generation. For April's theme, we chose Science Mavens. This month we are shining a light on two amazing women who broke barriers in their respective fields in science. Our featured Science Maven for this episode is Florence Nightingale, the founder of what we now think of as modern nursing. We celebrate Florence's contributions to science and all the ways she worked to make hospitals a cleaner and safer place for all of us. Alex and Alicia are excited to take you on a journey through Florence's life. Take a listen! Music by Jennifer Szakolczay Editing by Brittany Waltmire Learn more about Florence Nightingale: http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/education/resources/florence-night

In this episode, Terra and Alex decided to do something a little different. This month we are featuring our good friend, colleague and ally, Matt Wolniewicz, Vice President of Sales at Fi360. Matt has been an advocate for The Bridge Initiative from the very start. In fact, most people don’t know this, but it was Matt who first suggested an event dedicated to women in finance at the Fi360 Conference. He has a unique ability to excite any room with his intense but positive energy. He cares deeply about his colleagues and his clients, believing in the power of good people and their ability to deliver on a mission. During our conversation, he shares some great insights into what he believes makes a strong ally that we know you will find valuable. We’re thrilled for you to meet the leader we know and love! Here is our interview with Matt Wolniewicz! Music by Jennifer Szakolczay Editing by Brittany Waltmire

Welcome to the Breaking Barriers series of our A Little Louder Now podcasts. During this series, Alex and Alicia shine a light on two trailblazing women in a different themed topic each month. These two take their fangirling seriously and are excited to share about women who broke down barriers and reached back to pull up the next generation. This month, our topic is Boss Babes. We are shining a light on two fearless women in power and leadership. Our featured Boss Babe for this episode is Julia Gilliard, the first and only woman to date to hold the positions of Deputy Prime Minister, Prime Minister and leader of a major party in Australia. We celebrate Julia's iron strength, determination and vision to lead her country. Alex and Alicia are new to Australian politics and did their level best to take you on a journey through Julia's life in the best way possible. Take a listen! Music by Jennifer Szakolczay Editing by Brittany Waltmire Learn more about Julia Gilliard: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Julia_Gill

In this episode, Terra and Alex speak with Robin Green, president and head of research at RGIdeas, an independent research and consulting company in the financial services industry. Robin also happens to be a former colleague and dear friend of ours. From the very beginning, Robin has charged ahead with a joie de vivre that had her destined for great things. A self-described bulldozer, we see Robin as a woman who drives hard toward her goals, refusing to let obstacles slow her down. But her edges are softened by an unyielding positivity and genuine care for everyone around her. Robin has been an inspiration for both Terra and Alex and an example of how a woman can dominate in a male-dominated industry while staying true to the kind, uplifting person she is straight to her core. We’re excited for you to meet Robin so let’s get to it! Here is our interview with Robin Green! Music by Jennifer Szakolczay Editing by Brittany Waltmire

Welcome to the Breaking Barriers series of our A Little Louder Now podcasts. During this series, Alex and Alicia shine a light on two trailblazing women in a different themed topic each month. These two take their fangirling seriously and are excited to share about women who broke down barriers and reached back to pull up the next generation. This month, we celebrate Black History month. In keeping with that, our theme is Queens of Black History. Our featured Queen of Black History for this episode is Katherine Johnson. Without Mrs. Johnson, the US Space Program would likely not have succeeded when it did. Her calculations and analysis of orbital mechanics(which didn't exist at the time)were absolutely critical to the success of the first (and subsequent) manned spaceflights and many more. We celebrate Mrs. Johnson's unparalleled work as a "female computer" and the barriers she and other women of color worked to break at NASA. She is truly extraordinary. Take a listen! Music by Jennifer Szakolczay Editing b

Welcome to the Breaking Barriers series of our A Little Louder Now podcasts. During this series, Alex and Alicia shine a light on two trailblazing women in a different themed topic each month. These two take their fangirling seriously and are excited to share about women who broke down barriers and reached back to pull up the next generation. This month, we celebrate Black History month. In keeping with that, our theme is Queens of Black History. Our featured Queen of Black History for this episode is Toni Morrison. Ms. Morrison is one of my most celebrated writers in American history. We celebrate her contributions to literature including her vital work in bringing black literature into the mainstream. Take a listen! Music by Jennifer Szakolczay Editing by Brittany Waltmire Learn more about Toni Morrison: https://archive.nytimes.com/www.nytimes.com/ref/books/fiction-25-years.html https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Toni_Morrison https://www.cnn.com/2013/04/14/us/toni-morrison-fast-facts/index.html https://www.n

Welcome to the Breaking Barriers series of our A Little Louder Now podcasts. During this series, Alex and Alicia shine a light on two trailblazing women in a different themed topic each month. These two take their fangirling seriously and are excited to share about women who broke down barriers and reached back to pull up the next generation. This month, our topic is Pioneering First Ladies. Our featured First Lady for this episode is Barbara Bush, the fearless matriarch of the Bush family. Mrs. Bush dedicated much of her life to helping people become literate. She was a fierce wife and mother. Take a listen! Music by Jennifer Szakolczay Editing by Brittany Waltmire Learn more about Barbara Bush: http://www.firstladies.org/biographies/firstladies.aspx?biography=42 https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Barbara_Bush https://www.whitehouse.gov/about-the-white-house/first-ladies/barbara-pierce-bush/ https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/politics/2019/05/10/barbara-bush-final-unfinished-letter-children/1126983001/ https

Welcome to the Breaking Barriers series of our A Little Louder Now podcasts. During this series, Alex and Alicia shine a light on two trailblazing women in a different themed topic each month. These two take their fangirling seriously and are excited to share about women who broke down barriers and reached back to pull up the next generation. This month, our topic is Pioneering First Ladies. Our featured First Lady for this episode is Dolley Madison, the woman who defined the role of the President's spouse. Mrs. Madison did so much more than save the portrait of George Washington when the British burned the White House during the War of 1812. She worked tirelessly to promote bipartisan cooperation by providing an environment where members of all parties could socialize, network and negotiate amicably. Take a listen! Music and Editing by Jennifer Szakolczay Learn more about Dolley Madison: https://www.nyhistory.org/womens-history/education/curriculum/saving-washington/module-1-unofficial-politician/introdu

In this episode, Alex and Terra speak with Marguerita Cheng, a certified financial planner who founded Blue Ocean Global Wealth in Rockville, Md. Marguerita is deeply passionate about forging real relationships with her clients that extend well beyond a portfolio. She has built a company based on inclusivity, compassion and authenticity. What you see is what you get! Alex and Terra wrapped up this conversation feeling empowered and inspired to do something good for ourselves and for our community. Not gonna lie, when we talked to Marguerita about all of the things she’s doing, we began assessing how we’re spending our own spare time because if a woman as busy as Marguerita with three children and her own successful business can run three marathons in three weeks for charity, we can find the time to do something more too. Let’s get to it! Here is our interview with Marguerita Cheng! Music by Brittany Waltmire

During this installment of This Month in Women's History, we are discussing the life and impact of Roberta ‘Bobbi” Gibb, the first woman to have run the entire Boston Marathon and is recognized by the Boston Athletic Association as the pre-sanctioned era women’s winner in 1966, 1967, and 1968. Join Alicia and Kellie as they highlight the role Roberta had in women’s running in the United States. Learn more about her impact: https://womenintheworld.com/2015/04/20/the-incredible-story-of-bobbi-gibb-the-first-woman-to-run-the-boston-marathon/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bobbi_Gibb https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Boston_Marathon

During this installment of This Month in Women's History, we are discussing the life and impact Muriel "Mickie" Siebert, the first woman to own a seat on the New York Stock Exchange. Join Alex and Alicia as they discuss Mickie's impact for women in the financial sector and how her glass-shattering role in finance still affects us today, as well as how her philanthropic efforts helped to shape the role of women in finance for decades to come. #MaverickMickie Learn more about her impact: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Muriel_Siebert https://www.investopedia.com/terms/m/muriel-siebert.asp https://www.wsj.com/articles/muriel-siebert-pioneer-at-nyse-dies-at-80-1377485287?tesla=y https://www.makers.com/profiles/591f27805bf6236c3464b1b0 https://www.britannica.com/biography/Muriel-Siebert https://www.womenshistory.org/education-resources/biographies/muriel-siebert https://www.nytimes.com/2013/08/26/business/muriel-siebert-first-woman-to-own-a-seat-on-wall-st-dies-at-80.html

During this bonus episode of This Month in Women's History, we are discussing the life and impact of Elizabeth "Eliza" Hamilton, the wife of Alexander Hamilton and a co-founder of the first orphanage in New York City. Join Alicia, Keely and Jenn as they highlight the role that Eliza played in the first steps of the United States of America while fulfilling the role of wife and mother to her family. We also have some #breakingnews about the podcast just for you! #breakingbarriers Happy Holidays from all of us at The Bridge Initiative!

During this installment of This Month in Women's History, we are discussing the life and impact of the first woman elected to serve a full term as a United States Senator: Hattie Wyatt Caraway. Join Alex and Alicia as they discuss Hattie's impact for women in the Senate and the United States Government through her door-shattering role in the US Senate.

During this installment of This Month in Women's History, we are discussing the life and impact of the first female Treasurer of the United States of America: Georgia Neese Clark. Join Alex and Alicia as they discuss Georgia's impact in Kansas and the United States Government through her door-shattering role as Treasurer and banking president. Learn More About Her Impact: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Georgia_Neese_Clark https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Grain_elevator https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Clinton_Lake_(Kansas) https://www.kshs.org/kansapedia/georgia-neese-clark-gray/12071 https://www.encyclopedia.com/women/encyclopedias-almanacs-transcripts-and-maps/clark-georgia-neese-1900-1995 https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Harry_S._Truman https://www.cjonline.com/news/20180307/history-guy-remembers-georgia-neese-clark-gray-topeka-woman-who-was-nations-first-female-treasurer https://www.nytimes.com/1995/10/28/us/georgia-neese-clark-gray-95-first-woman-as-us-treasurer.html

During this installment of This Month in Women's History, we are discussing the life and impact of one of the most quoted women in America: Eleanor Roosevelt. Join Alex and Alicia as they discuss Eleanor Roosevelt's extraordinary contributions to human rights, feminism, the position of First Lady and, of course, literature. Learn More About Her Impact: https://www.whitehouse.gov/about-the-white-house/first-ladies/anna-eleanor-roosevelt/ https://www.britannica.com/biography/Eleanor-Roosevelt https://www.womenshistory.org/education-resources/biographies/eleanor-roosevelt https://www.fdrlibrary.org/en/er-biography https://www.history.com/topics/first-ladies/eleanor-roosevelt https://www.history.com/topics/first-ladies/eleanor-roosevelt-video https://www.brainpop.com/socialstudies/famoushistoricalfigures/eleanorroosevelt/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eleanor_Roosevelt www.firstladies.org/biographies/firstladies.aspx?biography=33 https://www.womenshistory.org/articles/eleanor-roosevelts-whi