The SVee Show: HERstory in the making

Navigating Infidelity, Divorce, and a Sober Life; "Mary's story

In this episode, our guest Mary shares her raw and honest journey through some of life’s toughest challenges; divorce, infidelity, and breaking free from alcohol addiction. For years, she fought to save a marriage that was costing her self-worth and turned to alcohol to numb the pain. But in 2022, she made a powerful choice to get sober and face her emotions head-on.
Her story is one of healing and learning to put yourself first. We talk about the tough decisions, the turning points, and how choosing sobriety helped her rebuild her life with clarity and purpose. It’s a conversation filled with inspiration, strength, and a reminder that even in the darkest times, transformation is possible.
You can learn about Mary at https://www.instagram.com/empoweredwithoutlimits/

From Grief to Growth: Rhonda’s Story

After the devastating loss of her son,  to a senseless act of violence, Rhonda endured a heartbreak most of us can’t even begin to imagine. Yet, in the face of unimaginable grief, she found a way to transform her pain into purpose.
Through her work with Intelligence Solutions and her book Crossroads, Rhonda now empowers others to navigate life’s toughest challenges, offering hope and guidance in their darkest moments.

Empowering Widows Beyond Grief: Lynn's Story

In this episode, we talk with Dr. Lynn Banis, who turned heartbreaking loss into a mission to help others. After losing her mother, brother, and husband within a span of three years, she rebuilt her life with a new purpose.
Now, Dr. Banis helps widows move past grief, find connection, and create joyful, meaningful lives. Her story is powerful, and her advice is uplifting—don’t miss it!
Get in touch with Dr. Banis at https://www.linkedin.com/in/lynn-banis-36987b2aa/

Finding Joy Beyond Numbers: Kim’s Story

In this episode, Kim, a former personal trainer, nutrition coach, and first-time author, shares how she learned to love herself again after struggling with weight gain during menopause. She talks about her years helping women celebrate non-scale victories and how she finally applied that same kindness to herself.
Kim’s book, Reflections of Joy: Learning to Love the Woman You See While Becoming the One You’re Meant to Be encourages women to embrace their next chapter—whether it’s an empty nest, retirement, or a new career—by building simple habits and finding joy in who they are.

Teresa’s Story: From Teens to Prosecco Queen

Today, we’re thrilled to welcome Teresa Rosario to The Svee Show: HERstory in the Making! Teresa is the creator and host of Ride or Die: From Teens to Prosecco Queens, a platform where she empowers and connects with others through relatable stories. With her signature blend of gentle humor and heartfelt honesty, Teresa shares her journey of healing and self-discovery, reminding us that our struggles and triumphs are more alike than we may realize. Join us as we dive into the complexities of life, love, family, and everything in between. Let’s raise a glass and enjoy this inspiring conversation together!"

From Center Stage to Career Storyteller: Shate’s story

Shaté is a Creative strategist and storyteller. She is on a mission to help professionals everywhere feel a sense of purpose and pride in their careers. She spent over a decade in her first career as a professional dancer/choreographer making stories come to life on live stages. As an edtech leader, she embedded strategy and storytelling into the career content and programs her team delivered. Now, as a consultant and founder of Career Steward, Shaté helps creatives and nonprofits tell the story of their work so they can get more of it.
If you want to learn more, you can...— Join her list for powerful resources to grow your work: www.lightmycareermatch.com— Book a call to talk #content or #programs in real time: https://bit.ly/career-steward

Healing Through Nutrition and Self-Concept: Valerie's story

Valerie Hawkins is a neuro-nutritionist and self-concept coach dedicated to helping women conquer anxiety, burnout, and related challenges like migraines, fatigue, mood disorders, and weight struggles. Inspired by her personal journey, she blends tailored nutrition strategies with self-concept techniques to improve mental health, boost energy, and support sustainable weight loss. Valerie’s expertise also extends to brain health and hormonal balance, empowering women to reclaim their vitality and well-being.
You can learn more about Valerie on her website https://www.hawkinshealthandwellness.com/

Rising Strong Through Pain and Purpose: Denise's Story

Today on HERstory in the Making, we’re joined by Denise G. Lee—Healing and Leadership Coach, speaker, and host of Introverted Entrepreneur. Denise is passionate about helping ambitious women, especially moms and entrepreneurs, break through personal barriers to live more fulfilled lives.
Her journey of overcoming trauma and addiction recovery has taught her the power of emotional resilience and inner strength. Denise is here to share her insights on growth, courage, and pursuing purpose despite life’s challenges.
You can learn more about Denise through her website https://deniseglee.com/

Breaking the Cycle of Poverty with Education for underprivileged Kids: Shukla's story

In this episode, we talk with Dr. Shukla Bose, the founder and CEO of Parikrma Humanity Foundation, a nonprofit that provides English-medium education to underprivileged kids in Bangalore. She started with just 165 students, and today Parikrma serves nearly 2,000 students across 4 schools and a junior college, with a 96% attendance rate.
Shukla shares her journey from being a teacher to leading in the hospitality industry for 26 years. Despite her success, she left the corporate world in 2003 to follow her passion for education. She was also deeply influenced by volunteering for 7 years with Mother Teresa’s Missionaries of Charity.
As a TED speaker and advocate, Shukla has made an impact on educational policy. Her story is one of courage, compassion, and making a difference. Tune in to hear her inspiring story, and if you feel moved, consider supporting Parikrma at parikrmafoundation.org.

Finding Strength on the Other Side of Loss: Susan's Story

Today's guest is Susan, a woman who has turned her unimaginable pain into a mission to help others heal. She’s the author of The Other Side of the Gun: My Journey from Trauma to Resiliency, a memoir born from the devastating loss of her father, Los Angeles Detective Thomas C. Williams, who was tragically ambushed and killed while picking up her younger brother from school. Susan and her mother were there to witness the aftermath, an experience that profoundly shaped her life. Susan joins us to share her powerful story and discuss how she found strength in the face of unimaginable trauma.