Season 1
July 17, 2023
Reshma Saujani on Embracing Failure After Devasting Loses
When running for office, Reshma Saujani faced a crushing defeat. But instead of letting it break her, she used it as fuel to launch Girls Who Code and Moms First. In this episode of Joy in the Breakthrough, Anna Valencia and…
July 3, 2023
Rest is Resistance: How Women of Color Can Break Free from Busy Culture with Stephanie Morimoto
Feeling drained and unfulfilled? You're not alone. In this episode of Joy in the Breakthrough, Anna Valencia and Connie Lindsey chat with Stephanie Morimoto, founder and CEO of Asutra, about her journey from burnout to joy t…
June 26, 2023
Finding Your Authentic Self: Break Free from Labels with Dr. Karen Lindsey
Join us on Joy in the Breakthrough as we dive deep with Dr. Karen Lindsey, professor, mentor, and leadership consultant! Dr. Lindsey shares her powerful story of overcoming a major medical crisis and how it propelled her to …
June 26, 2023
Dating Coach Reveals the Secret to Lasting Love (It's Not What You Think!) with Bela Gandhi
Want to finally find love (or just better relationships)? Dating expert Bella Gandhi shares her secrets to finding the people who uplift and support you in life, including your romantic partner! In this episode of Joy in the…
June 12, 2023
Don't Be Put in a Box! Anna DeShawn on Building a Thriving Business on Your Terms
Breakthrough moments come in all shapes and sizes! In this episode of Joy in the Breakthrough, we meet the amazing Anna DeShawn, powerhouse producer behind our very own podcast. Anna shares her incredible journey from radio …
May 22, 2023
How to Find the Perfect Mentor
Building a fulfilling career requires more than just hard work. It takes guidance, encouragement, and sometimes a little push in the right direction. In this episode of Joy in the Breakthrough, hosts Anna Valencia and Connie…
May 15, 2023
From House Fire to Leader in Chicago's City Hall: Anna Valencia's Breakthrough Journey
In this episode, Anna Valencia shares her incredible story of resilience, from overcoming a house fire in her youth to becoming a successful political leader today. She opens up about the challenges she faced as a woman of c…
May 3, 2023
From the Southside of Chicago to Trailblazing Corporate Leader: Connie Lindsey Finds Joy in the Break through
Join Anna Valencia and Connie Lindsey, the hosts of Joy in the Breakthrough, for a powerful conversation about finding joy through life's challenges. Connie, a national leader and former executive vice president, shares her …