Women@Work

Today’s show covers society's obsession with Barbie! Laura’s guest is Susan Stern, an Emmy-nominated filmmaker and director of “Barbie Nation: An Unauthorized Tour.” Together, Laura and Susan engage in a thought-provoking conversation that explores the inspiration to make a film about #Barbie, Barbie Fandom & her impact on our perception of femininity.Originally aired with Host Laura Zarrow on June 15, 2023 on SiriusXM’s Business Radio, Channel 132.

Carly Zakin and Danielle Weisberg, founders of The Skimm, join Laura to talk about the groundbreaking 2023 State of Women Report. They dive into the current challenges facing working mothers, the state of parental leave in the US, and theSkimm’s viral #ShowUsYourLeave initiative!Originally aired with Host Laura Zarrow on May 11, 2023 on SiriusXM’s Business Radio, Channel 132

Beth Battaglino, the CEO of HealthyWomen, the leading not-for-profit, independent health & wellness information source for women joins Laura to talk about various aspects of women's health, covering topics such as menopause in the workplace, how to prioritize physical and mental well-being, ageism, and the importance of treating obesity as a healthcare priority.Originally aired with Host Laura Zarrow on May 4, 2023 on SiriusXM’s Business Radio, Channel 132.

Camille Hardman and Gary Lane, directors of the thought-provoking documentary "Still Working 9 to 5," dive deep into the evolution of gender inequality and discrimination in the workplace over the past 40 years since the release of the iconic film in 1980.Originally aired with Host Laura Zarrow on April 27, 2023, on SiriusXM’s Business Radio, Channel 132. 

Carly Roszkowski, Vice President of Financial Resilience at AARP, recently joined Laura to shed light on the issue of ageism in the workplace. Throughout the interview, they delved into various factors that contribute to the challenges faced by older workers, strategies to create a more inclusive and welcoming environment for employees aged 50 and above, and the concept of “returnships” specifically designed for older individuals. Originally aired with Host Laura Zarrow on April 20, 2023, on SiriusXM’s Business Radio, Channel 132. 

Ashley Feinstein Gerstley, a renowned money coach, speaker, and author of "The 30-Day Money Cleanse" and “Financial Adulting” joins Laura to help us all better manage our money. Listen in as they discuss Financial Adulting, why our relationship with money is so complicated, and how Ashley’s efforts to  take control of her own finances resulted in her influential blog, The Fiscal Femme. Originally aired with Host Laura Zarrow on April 13, 2023 on SiriusXM’s Business Radio, Channel 132.