In this episode of the Chicks Who Give A Hoot podcast, host Sara Chambers sits down with her longtime friend Jessica Helgeson to talk about building a business that actually fits your life. Together, they explore redefining success beyond hustle culture, embracing seasonality in business, and why being steady can be just as powerful as scaling fast. Jessica shares honest insights on finding the ri[...]
In this episode of the Chicks Who Give a Hoot podcast, Sara is joined by long-time friend and fellow creative Meredith Smyth. They discuss their shared journey in the creative realm and delve into the transformative power of creativity and play. Meredith, an experienced professional in the business of ideas and interior design, shares her insight that everyone possesses creativity and highlights h[...]
In this episode of the Chicks Who Give a Hoot podcast, Sara welcomes guest Lizzie Merritt to discuss the journey of self-discovery and body positivity. Lizzie shares her experiences of overcoming diet culture and learning to love her body through self-acceptance and the scientific method of weight loss. They delve into Lizzie's new book, 'Light: The New Psychology of Weight Loss,' exploring the th[...]
In this episode of Chicks Who Give a Hoot, Sara delves into why personal branding is becoming a critical asset this 2026, especially in light of the rise of AI and the erosion of trust. The episode discusses a 'trust recession,' differentiates between branding for service providers and content creators, and highlights why positioning is more important than aesthetics for building credibility and i[...]
A New Season of Chicks Who Give a Hoot: Why We’re Going Shorter, Sharper, and More Intentional In this episode of Chicks Who Give a Hoot, Sara announces a major format change for the podcast. Moving forward, episodes will be condensed to 10 minutes to deliver focused, actionable insights at the intersection of business, branding, visibility, and impact. This decision comes in response to the ov[...]