Princess Jolie Charles, an advocate, strategist, and co-founder of the Foundation for the Emancipation of Women and Girls (FEWGI) vulnerably shares her impressive young career. Princess opens up about her journey from the halls of Capitol Hill to the frontlines of grassroots empowerment, sharing how her Haitian-American upbringing and deep sense of purpose led her to become a voice for the voiceless. We explore the roots of her resilience, the personal stories behind her advocacy, and the emotional challenges of working with survivors of trauma. With warmth and candor, Princess reflects on her identity, her calling as “The Speaker of Humanity,” and the quiet strength it takes to lead with authenticity in spaces not designed for you. This episode is an inspiring reminder that healing, leadership, and hope are all part of the same journey, and that our stories hold the power to transform not just ourselves, but entire communities.

In this powerful episode, we sit down with Valeria Feliciano, a proud Puerto Rican filmmaker, model, and storyteller, whose mission is to dismantle stereotypes and elevate the voices of Latinas in media. Valeria opens up about the struggles she faced embracing her natural curls in an industry that often celebrates narrow beauty standards. She recounts the emotional moment when a young woman of color told her, “You are the reason I participated,” and how that became a life-changing affirmation of her purpose. From rejecting roles that reduce Latinas to stereotypes to celebrating the beauty of bilingualism, Valeria challenges the status quo while inspiring others to own their identity unapologetically.

As an immigrant Latina navigating entertainment, Valeria shares her journey of persistence from being overlooked to co-hosting an event with Vanilla Ice after a cold outreach. She speaks candidly about the importance of seeing Latinas as leaders, not just background characters, and how her upcoming podcast aims to spotlight the women who are breaking barriers behind the scenes. Valeria’s leadership is rooted in authenticity, representation, and the power of visibility. Her story is a reminder that even when the world says no, your truth can still open doors for you and for those watching.

In this compelling episode, we sit down with Vivian Otabor, a seasoned career coach, business consultant, and founder of Resilient Immigrant to explore the often-overlooked challenges skilled immigrants face when starting over in the United States. Vivian opens up about the emotional and professional hurdles she encountered after leaving a successful career in Nigeria, only to find her qualifications questioned and doors closed.

Now a Harvard-certified leader and Career Strategist for Agile Career Consulting, Vivian has transformed personal setbacks into platforms for systemic change. Through her nonprofit, she has helped hundreds of immigrants gain access to workforce opportunities and develop future-ready skills. With a unique blend of strategy, empathy, and storytelling, she shares what it takes to not only survive but rise and thrive in a new country.