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Dec 31, 2020

"I'm neither a waif nor a wafer."

Irene closes out 2020 by chatting with her mom, Laura Zabel.

Laura Zabel is the Executive Director of Springboard for the Arts. She is also a frequent speaker on arts and community development at convenings such as the Aspen Ideas Festival, Urban Land Institute and Americans for...


Dec 17, 2020

Irene welcomes Dana Nelson to talk all about having big feelings, building family, and the importance of laughter. 

Dana Nelson is an innovative leader with a track record for identifying emerging ideas and nurturing their growth. Demonstrated ability to lead highly visible campaigns, large national startup...


Dec 10, 2020

“The question behind every question we ask is, “am I normal, am I okay.”

Irene welcomes author, podcaster, & Still Kickin' founder Nora McInerny onto the show. They talk about Nora's dreams of becoming Katie Couric or F. Scott Fitzgerald, the weirdness or careers, handling emotions, and how to not restrict your...


Dec 2, 2020

“Being an artist helps you get free and free other people.”

Irene welcomes Docta E aka Dr. Elaine Richardson to talk about finding joy in singing, the endless journey towards self-love, and what it means to be a black woman in America. 

Elaine Richardson (aka Dr. E) was born in Cleveland, Ohio. An inspirational...


Nov 20, 2020

“If I want to be a middle-aged woman dressed as a unicorn, I can just do that!”

Irene talks with Allison about making decisions, finding joy, and being vulnerable. Allison talks about traveling, creating spaces for art, and why it is so important to be yourself.

Allison Broeren is a storytelling, theater owner,...