The WECAN Podcast

Discover deep inner wisdom and a spiritual awakening with Roxana Padmini Bibi, a spiritual teacher, healer, and guide of non-dual meditation and awakening practices in this WECAN episode. The transformative power of inner connection, healing, and conscious relationships is something most people miss. Nobody taught us how to meet life like this. Roxana shares her personal journey into non-dual spirituality, which began through her work with Shiatsu and energy healing and evolved into a deep calling to support others in awakening to their inner wisdom. Through her programs, workshops, and one-on-one sessions, Roxana helps individuals transform both their inner and outer relationships by recognising and integrating the many aspects of the self. In this conversation, Stephanie and Roxana discuss: • Roxana’s approach to non-dual spiritual healing and meditation • How self-awareness can transform relationships and emotional patterns • The importance of creating safe spaces for healing and self-discovery • The role of spiritual traditions in addressing loneliness and fostering connection • Parenting, creativity, and integrating spiritual insight into everyday life • The importance of human presence and authentic connection in an AI-driven world Roxana also shares insights from her personal practices, including mindfulness rituals and creative expression as pathways to wholeness. The conversation concludes with reflections on motherhood, the power of human connection, and opportunities for future collaborations that support spiritual growth and women’s empowerment. Roxana has a 21-day meditation journey focused on entering this deeper level of self-transformation. Visit Roxana's website for more: https://www.roxanapbibi.com/ * This interview is part of the International Women’s Day 2026: Give To Gain Campaign, which highlights the power of generosity, collaboration, and community in advancing gender equality. Give To Gain emphasises the power of reciprocity and support. When we give knowledge, mentorship, resources, and visibility, we create opportunities for women everywhere. Giving is not a subtraction; it's intentional multiplication. When women thrive, we all rise. 💜 Give To Gain reminds us that giving is not a subtraction; it is intentional multiplication. What will you Give To Gain gender equality? #WeCan #InternationalWomensDay #GiveToGain #SpiritualAwakening #NonDuality #Meditation #Healing #WomenSupportingWomen #WeCan ________________________________________________________________________ For any questions or inquiries regarding this video, please reach out to us @Wecan.Shecan 🔔 Don’t forget to subscribe, share your thoughts, and tell us who your favourite role model is? 👉 Connect with us on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wecan.shecan/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/shecan-world/ Substack: https://shecan.substack.com Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0MAiuylxS5AhxCSQcm8cax?si=003fe73047cd465c

Happy Women's Day! In this special Interview, we sat down with keynote speaker, author, and podcast host Simone Knego about her new book, Real Confidence and her mission to help women build confidence from within. Simone shares the powerful experiences that shaped her journey from climbing Mount Kilimanjaro at age 42 to raising a multicultural family through international adoption, and how these moments helped her overcome self-doubt and redefine what confidence really means. In the conversation, Simone introduces her REAL Method for building confidence: • Respect Yourself • Embrace Failures • Ask for What You Want • Live Without Limits She also discusses her practical “Control–Alt–Delete” mindset tool for shifting negative thoughts and breaking limiting beliefs. Simone’s new book, Real Confidence, encourages women to treat confidence as a skill that can be developed through daily practice, helping them recognise their potential and lead without limits. Get in touch with Simone: https://simoneknego.com/ Order Real Confidence: https://realconfidencebook.com/ * This interview is part of the International Women’s Day 2026: Give To Gain Campaign, which highlights the power of generosity, collaboration, and community in advancing gender equality. Give To Gain emphasises the power of reciprocity and support. When we give knowledge, mentorship, resources, and visibility, we create opportunities for women everywhere. Giving is not a subtraction; it's intentional multiplication. When women thrive, we all rise. 💜 Give To Gain reminds us that giving is not a subtraction; it is intentional multiplication. What will you Give To Gain gender equality? #RealConfidence #WomenEmpowerment #Confidence #IWD2026 #WomensDay #WeCan ________________________________________________________________________ For any questions or inquiries regarding this video, please reach out to us @Wecan.Shecan 🔔 Don’t forget to subscribe, share your thoughts, and tell us who your favourite role model is? 👉 Connect with us on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wecan.shecan/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/shecan-world/ Substack: https://shecan.substack.com Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0MAiuylxS5AhxCSQcm8cax?si=003fe73047cd465c

Meet serial entrepreneur and business strategist Elizabeth (Beth) Mazza, cofounder of Female Mavericks, author of "Entrepreneur Like A Mother", about helping women entrepreneurs break free from corporate limitations and build thriving, scalable businesses. With more than 30 years of entrepreneurial and advisory experience, Beth has worked with leading brands and built companies valued at up to $40 million. As the founder of Ashton Partners and Clermont Partners, she has guided countless women entrepreneurs in building successful ventures and breaking through the seven-figure ceiling. In this conversation, Beth shares insights from her journey as a serial entrepreneur, including what it takes to transition from corporate life into entrepreneurship, how women can build confidence in leadership, and the strategies required to scale a business to seven figures and beyond. Through The Female Maverick, Beth is dedicated to helping women navigate the realities of entrepreneurship, shatter barriers, and build businesses that deliver both impact and financial freedom. Beth’s work and leadership have been recognised by Forbes and Crain’s 40 Under 40, highlighting her influence as a business leader and advocate for women entrepreneurs. Female Mavericks: https://femalemavericks.com/ * This interview is part of the International Women’s Day 2026: Give To Gain Campaign, which highlights the power of generosity, collaboration, and community in advancing gender equality. Give To Gain emphasises the power of reciprocity and support. When we give knowledge, mentorship, resources, and visibility, we create opportunities for women everywhere. Giving is not a subtraction; it's intentional multiplication. When women thrive, we all rise. 💜 Give To Gain reminds us that giving is not a subtraction; it is intentional multiplication.*What will you Give To Gain ?* #WomenEntrepreneurs #FemaleFounders #WomenInBusiness #Entrepreneurship #Leadership #IWD2026 #WomensDay #WeCan ________________________________________________________________________ For any questions or inquiries regarding this video, please reach out to us @Wecan.Shecan 🔔 Don’t forget to subscribe, share your thoughts, and tell us who your favourite role model is? 👉 Connect with us on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wecan.shecan/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/shecan-world/ Substack: https://shecan.substack.com Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0MAiuylxS5AhxCSQcm8cax?si=003fe73047cd465c

Discover the story behind one of the most influential names in haircare in this exclusive WECAN Interview with legendary hairstylist John Frieda. For more than 30 years, the John Frieda® brand has been on a mission to transform hair with salon-quality results by addressing the very specific needs of every hair type. From brightening blonde and brunette tones to controlling curls, boosting volume, and fighting frizz, the brand’s innovations are designed to help people reveal what makes their hair and their style unique. Before there was Frizz Ease and Sheer Blonde, there was a boy in a London salon who believed hair care could do more than just clean hair, it could unlock confidence. The story began in the mid-1970s, when English star hairdresser John Frieda opened his first salon on New Cavendish Street in London. His expertise quickly made him one of the most sought-after stylists in fashion and celebrity circles. He famously created the "Purdey" cut, iconic in Melon Hat and Leather Boots. Through years of working in salons and on fashion shoots, John Frieda developed a deep understanding of how different hair types behave and why they require different solutions. Frizz, dull blonde, brunette colour maintenance, fine hair lacking volume… he realised there was no universal answer for everyone. That insight led him to develop targeted haircare innovations designed to solve real hair challenges and deliver visible transformations. "Your hair is not just unique. It’s an extension of who you are and a way to express yourself. Your hair goals are for you, and they change and evolve just like you do. At John Frieda, we are all about empowering you with transformational tools to achieve those goals, for hair that makes you feel confident, lets you express your true self and unlocks the beautiful power within you." John Frieda: https://www.johnfrieda.com/ #JohnFrieda #HairJohnFrieda #Hairdresser #WeCan ________________________________________________________________________ For any questions or inquiries regarding this video, please reach out to us @Wecan.Shecan 🔔 Don’t forget to subscribe, share your thoughts, and tell us who your favourite role model is? 👉 Connect with us on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wecan.shecan/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/shecan-world/ Substack: https://shecan.substack.com Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0MAiuylxS5AhxCSQcm8cax?si=003fe73047cd465c

We sat down with Democratic fundraiser, activist, and media entrepreneur, Elizabeth Minnella, for a candid conversation about saving democracy and the future of political organising and messaging in the United States. Liz shares her journey from mobilising women voters during the 2020 election to becoming a connector and strategist working to strengthen progressive voices online. As the founder of ConnectForward.org and host of the Demfluence Podcast, she operates at the intersection of politics, fundraising, digital media, and grassroots organising. Together, we explore the evolving political landscape and the urgent need for more effective and inclusive messaging. Liz reflects on lessons learned from recent elections, including how harsh rhetoric and partisan framing can sometimes alienate the very voters movements hope to reach. She discusses her own “strategic reset” and why pragmatic dialogue, community organising, and coalition-building are essential to rebuilding trust across political divides. Defending democracy isn’t only the work of politicians or institutions but something everyday people can do in their own communities. Whether through organising, conversation, or digital engagement, each of us has a role to play. If you care about democracy, political engagement, and building bridges in a divided era, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss. Fundraiser. Activist. Connector. Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lizaminnella/?hl=en Liz Minnella’s Website: https://www.lizminnella.com/ #WeCan #Democracy #PoliticalOrganizing #CivicEngagement #Podcast ________________________________________________________________________ For any questions or inquiries regarding this video, please reach out to us @Wecan.Shecan 🔔 Don’t forget to subscribe, share your thoughts, and tell us who your favourite role model is? 👉 Connect with us on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wecan.shecan/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/shecan-world/ Substack: https://shecan.substack.com Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0MAiuylxS5AhxCSQcm8cax?si=003fe73047cd465c

If you're interested in AI leadership, ethical artificial intelligence, parenting in the digital age, startup growth, or the future of AI technology, this episode delivers practical wisdom and bold vision:Today's interview on AI leadership features Rob LoCascio, Founder and former CEO of LivePerson, who shares why he walked away from leading a global AI company to launch mission-driven startups focused on ethical AI, child safety, taking people's power back and human creativity. After nearly 28 years scaling LivePerson into a public AI powerhouse, Rob is now building the next generation of safe AI technology for families and creators. Through Kidco.AI and You Are AI, he is developing small, human-controlled AI models designed for safe home use and personalised AI assistants that empower, not replace, people. This conversation explores: ✅ AI leadership and the responsibility of tech founders ✅ The impact of artificial intelligence on children and family values ✅ Safe AI devices for kids and the risks of AI-powered toys ✅ Ethical AI development and protecting creators’ intellectual property ✅ How to build AI tools that enhance creativity instead of replacing humans ✅ Entrepreneurial lessons from the dot-com crash, financial crisis, and COVID-19 ✅ Servant leadership and building companies rooted in core values ✅ Startup growth strategy and revenue goals for 2026 Rob also shares candid insights on navigating macroeconomic disruptions, making difficult leadership decisions, and why founders must define and live their company’s purpose. Subscribe to WECAN for more conversations with founders, innovators, and leaders shaping the future of AI, entrepreneurship, and human potential. Visit: https://www.kidco.ai/ #AILeadership #EthicalAI #ArtificialIntelligence #StartupLeadership #RobLoCascio #WeCan ________________________________________________________________________ For any questions or inquiries regarding this video, please reach out to us @Wecan.Shecan 🔔 Don’t forget to subscribe, share your thoughts, and tell us who your favourite role model is? 👉 Connect with us on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wecan.shecan/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/shecan-world/ Substack: https://shecan.substack.com Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0MAiuylxS5AhxCSQcm8cax?si=003fe73047cd465c

In today's WECAN conversation, Penelope Barton shares her bold vision for the future of education, one built on personalised learning, flexible pathways, and technology that unlocks human potential. From launching with just 20 students to now serving over 2,800 learners across 72 countries, Crimson has evolved into a global education platform offering multiple learning modes, international curricula, and even hybrid campus options. Penelope explains how breaking free from traditional school schedules empowers students to accelerate academically, pursue elite extracurriculars, or thrive in environments tailored to their needs. Key themes in this interview include the rise of flexible, student-centred education models; building scalable systems that prioritise process over personality; why leaders must be “soft on people and hard on systems”; creating high-performance global teams through servant leadership; and finally using technology and AI to personalise learning at scale. Expanding access to education through government partnerships, beginning with New Zealand’s first online charter school with over 600 teachers and staff worldwide and more than 140,000 live classes delivered annually, Crimson’s model demonstrates how technology can strengthen human connection, not replace it. Penelope’s mission is clear: disrupt outdated education systems and make world-class, personalised learning accessible to students everywhere. Connect with Crimson Academies: https://crimsonacademies.school ________________________________________________________________________ For any questions or inquiries regarding this video, please reach out to us @Wecan.Shecan 🔔 Don’t forget to subscribe, share your thoughts, and tell us who your favourite role model is? 👉 Connect with us on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wecan.shecan/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/shecan-world/ Substack: https://shecan.substack.com Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0MAiuylxS5AhxCSQcm8cax?si=003fe73047cd465c

In today's episode of WECAN, host Stephanie Ferrario chats with Kashika Khurana, a high school junior from the Dallas-Fort Worth area, about girls in STEM and redefining what it means to lead with purpose. Kashika is the founder of ComputHER SHEience, a podcast amplifying the voices of women in STEM and business, and the visionary behind initiatives like Reviving Calm and Code with Impact. From competitive dance to public speaking, from AI and data science to mental health advocacy, Kashika shares how she balances academics with entrepreneurship, all while staying grounded in her mission to create meaningful change. Kashika shares powerful advice for young women: take action before you feel fully ready, trust yourself deeply, and remember that rejection can sometimes be protection. Explore Kashika’s podcast ComputHER SHEience and join the movement to make STEM and mental health advocacy more inclusive: https://open.spotify.com/show/0BGjRXy2Rb5HwHWToSw4wS?si=1cdc418b172f44a2 #WeCan #WomenInSTEM #GirlsInTech #MentalHealthMatters #TeenEntrepreneur #AI #Leadership ________________________________________________________________________ For any questions or inquiries regarding this video, please reach out to us @Wecan.Shecan 🔔 Don’t forget to subscribe, share your thoughts, and tell us who your favourite role model is? 👉 Connect with us on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wecan.shecan/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/shecan-world/ Substack: https://shecan.substack.com Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0MAiuylxS5AhxCSQcm8cax?si=003fe73047cd465c