This is the most asked for episode We The Women has ever done! Victoria Abaev and Vanessa Franco discuss financial literacy, empower women to get their finances in check and offer amazing tips. Vanessa Franco works with clients to identify their goals and bring their aspirations to life through resourceful planning that leads to wise investment decisions and understanding of the financial system. She is a first-generation American, proud college graduate who paid her tuition and left school debt-free, and by the age of 23, held the keys to her first purchased home.  Her dedication to fina ..read more

In this episode, we talk with female boxer, Yana Tolmacheva, about how she shows up as a fighter in every element of her life (not just in the ring). Grab a notepad because Yana will leave you with inspiration and motivation you will want to keep with you!  Yana describes herself as a "badass with a good heart". Yana works out of New York City, as Senior Director at Moishe House, a nonprofit focused on community building for young adult Jews. Yana oversees the global RSJ (Russian-speaking Jewish) department. When she’s not at work, you can find Yana at the boxing gym preparing for her nex ..read more

Oh how the tables have turned! Can you believe We The Women has been around for over a year now? In this anniversary episode, we decided to flip the script and interview our very own host - Margarita Lyadova.  Grab your napkins because the tea will be spilled! Margarita talks about founding We The Women, dating (of course), and the best pieces of advice she has learned along the way. You might be surprised what she has to say... "Best negotiation advice? Shut the F&ck up!" Connect with Margarita on IG: @marge_simpson and @wethewomenmedia  --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor ..read more

More than ever before, CBD is becoming a trending topic. Gum, oils, chocolates, lotions - it's in everything. What really works and what doesn't? How did CBD even become a thing?  In this conversation, We The Women Media interviews Andrea Wightwick, Founder and CEO of Hapsy, to get her take. She discusses everything from the CBD industry, marketing CBD, and also starting her own business. A conversation of depth, transparency and demystifying CBD! Born and raised in the south, Andrea Wightwick worked full-time during the day while putting herself through college at Georgia State Universit ..read more

Ah, the stars... Astrology is one of the oldest and most accurate tools known to mankind. In this episode, we interview Sofia Adler who is an astrologer, coach, and meditation guide who combines her professional background and experience in coaching, psychology, mindfulness, and meditation with her intuitive gifts. Sofia offers 60-minute birth chart sessions designed to demystify astrology and help her clients rediscover and reaffirm their sense of self so they can leverage their innate strengths, understand what they're meant to achieve in this life, and access their unique potential. Wh ..read more

Meanwhile we are all still sitting at home, fitness and wellness has become a topic that continues to be top of mind for many women. After all, gyms are closed, and it's the winter, so how do you stay active and maintain your physical and mental health?  In this episode, Hassanatu (Haja) Savage and Margarita discuss fitness, wellness, nutrition, and all of it in light of being career-oriented women. Haja offers realistic, relatable, and, frankly, refreshing advice that we can all incorporate into our daily lives!  Hassanatu (Haja) Savage is the founder and creator of savvyandfit.com ..read more

This episode is one we have NEVER done before. Tune into our special musical feature featuring AWAL! We hear AWAL's songs, she even gives us a sneak peek from her upcoming EP, and we talk about the incredible work she has done for the black community! You don't want to miss this one!  Hailing from Central Pennsylvania, but based out of New York City, AWAL has a knack for taking her life experiences with bias and microaggressions and allowing them to fuel her fire. Being adopted by two pastors and growing up as one of the only black girls in town, AWAL has a burning passion to be hear ..read more

In this episode, Margarita Lyadova and Margot Touitou discuss the nightmares of dating in the modern age. They spill the tea, talk facts and offer advice for both women and men. They talk do's and don'ts and share their best stories. If you've been single for a while and need a good laugh, this episode is for you! Also, if you're into psychics, like it turns out Margarita and Margot are, we recommend THIS one ;)  Margot Touitou is a podcaster and video content creator based in Tel Aviv, Israel. She is the host of "Kiss and Tel Aviv", Tel Aviv's first and only dating, sex and relationships ..read more

We are blown away by how so many women in our community have used this crazy year to start something legendary. Sharon Brand is no exception! With over eight years of experience in Communication, Digital, and Influencer Marketing within the Fashion sector, Sharon Brand uses her international and widespread experiences to individually consult brands, influencers, and entrepreneurs on how to elevate their online presence and achieve their goals through various branding and marketing initiatives. During this year, Sharon founded and runs Brand's Media Group with an all-women team.  Listen to ..read more

In this episode, we take it back to the podcast's roots by interviewing Amanda Berman - Founder and Executive Director of the Zioness Movement! The Zioness Movement is a new initiative empowering and activating Zionists on the progressive left to stand proudly in social justice spaces as Jews and Zionists. Amanda was also a civil rights attorney fighting anti-Semitism legally, spearheading such groundbreaking initiatives as the international action against Kuwait Airways for its discrimination against Israeli nationals, and the dual cases against San Francisco State University for its constitu ..read more