In this episode of Chicks Who Give a Hoot podcast, Sara welcomes Dr. Mona Amini, MD, MBA, a board-certified psychiatrist, physician executive, and founder of Mon’Vie Mind Wellness®. Dr. Amini discusses her journey from traditional psychiatry roles to founding her own solo concierge practice focused on a holistic approach to mental health. She shares her observations on the failings of conventio[...]
In this episode, Sara is joined by Lindsay Barnett, a corporate veteran turned entrepreneur who helps leaders and organizations create healthier, more productive work environments. Lindsay shares her journey from experiencing burnout in the corporate world to starting her own business focused on wellbeing and organizational culture. She discusses the importance of setting boundaries, recognizing p[...]
In this solo episode of the Chicks Who Give a Hoot podcast, Sara reflects on her decision to intersperse solo episodes with guest interviews. She recounts her recent experience delivering her first TEDx talk, discussing the rigorous preparation process and the personal and professional growth it fostered. Sara candidly shares moments of vulnerability, particularly her initial disappointment with t[...]
In this episode, Sara has a heartfelt conversation with Riya Kurian, founder of Next Horizon, about what it really means to step off the beaten path—both in travel and in life. Riya shares her journey from the traditional career expectations placed on her as a first-generation Indian-American to finding freedom, clarity, and joy through solo travel and building her own business. Together, they e[...]
In this episode of the Chicks Who Give a Hoot podcast, host Sara engages in a vibrant conversation with luxury stylist Afi Maita. They discuss the significance of self-expression through color and fashion, sharing personal anecdotes about overcoming the challenges of adhering to societal norms. Afi opens up about the deep influence of her father on her style philosophy and explains her journey fro[...]