Broadlines

Optimism or toxic positivity? | Dr. Deepika Chopra

On this episode of Broadlines, hosts Rae Williams and Natalie Lizarraga sit down with behavioral scientist and clinical health psychologist Dr. Deepika Chopra to unpack what “real optimism” actually means — and why toxic positivity can do more harm than good. From manifestation and self-limiting beliefs to grief, resilience, and emotional regulation, Dr. Chopra breaks down the science behind optimism, why affirmations don’t always work, and how to build genuine psychological strength instead of pretending everything is fine. This conversation is honest, emotional, and packed with practical tools for navigating uncertainty, burnout, relationships, motherhood, and modern wellness culture. EPISODE CREDITS... Hosted by Rae Williams and Natalie Lizarraga Directed by Sydney Kramer Executive Produced by Sydney Kramer and Rachel Apirian Produced by Lauren Ames, Rae Williams, and Natalie Lizarraga Filmed & Edited by Davielle Waldner BROADLINES IS ALSO ON... Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/7pyirENDp6OMuzcUj89HwE] Apple [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/broadlines/id1874069065] JOIN THE CONVERSATION... Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/femalequotient/] LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/company/femalequotient/] TikTok [https://www.tiktok.com/@femalequotient/] X [https://x.com/femalequotient] Website [https://www.thefemalequotient.com/] Broadlines is a production of The Female Quotient and recorded in Los Angeles, California.

Mrs. Dow Jones spills the financial tea | Haley Sacks

On this episode of Broadlines, host Rae Williams sits down with Haley Sacks, aka @mrsdowjones to talk about her brand-new book, Future Rich Person: The New Rules for Building Wealth. Haley has helped over 2 million people get fluent in money, and in this conversation she breaks down exactly how to stop feeling broke and start building your own wealth. From the biggest lie women have been told about money to why "learned financial helplessness" is keeping you stuck to “expense maxing” and “girl math,” Haley is here to help you take control of your financial future. EPISODE CREDITS... Hosted by Rae Williams Directed by Sydney Kramer Executive Produced by Sydney Kramer and Rachel Apirian Produced by Sydney Kramer and Rae Williams Filmed & Edited by Chanelle Tyson BROADLINES IS ALSO ON... Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/7pyirENDp6OMuzcUj89HwE] Apple [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/broadlines/id1874069065] JOIN THE CONVERSATION... Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/femalequotient/] LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/company/femalequotient/] TikTok [https://www.tiktok.com/@femalequotient/] X [https://x.com/femalequotient] Website [https://www.thefemalequotient.com/] Broadlines is a production of The Female Quotient and recorded in Los Angeles, California.

The Badass Moms Club | Bozoma and Lael Saint John

When was the last time you asked your child (or your parent) what they actually needed from you? In this candid Mother's Day conversation, our hosts Natalie Lizarraga and Rae Williams sit down with Bozoma Saint John and her daughter Lael to talk about everything they don't show you on TV: how Lael greenlit Boz’s decision to be on the Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, why it’s important to send the ladder back down to bring others up, the IVF journey audiences watched unfold on camera, and how this mother-daughter duo built a relationship rooted in trust and negotiated hugs. Plus, both Boz and Lael answer our rapid-fire questions on grief, strength, intuition, and what they'd tell their younger selves. Happy Mother's Day to every woman raising the next generation of badasses. EPISODE CREDITS... Hosted by Natalie Lizarraga and Rae Williams Directed by Lauren Ames Executive Produced by Sydney Kramer and Rachel Apirian Produced by Lauren Ames, Rae Williams, and Natalie Lizarraga Filmed & Edited by Chanelle Tyson BROADLINES IS ALSO ON... Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/7pyirENDp6OMuzcUj89HwE] Apple [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/broadlines/id1874069065] JOIN THE CONVERSATION... Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/femalequotient/] LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/company/femalequotient/] TikTok [https://www.tiktok.com/@femalequotient/] X [https://x.com/femalequotient] Website [https://www.thefemalequotient.com/] Broadlines is a production of The Female Quotient and recorded in Los Angeles, California.

Winning gold and uplifting our youth | Angel McCoughtry

This week, Rae and Natalie sit down with WNBA legend, two-time Olympic gold medalist, and changemaker Angel McCoughtry for a powerful conversation about winning on and off the court. Angel reflects on growing up as the only girl playing basketball in Baltimore, discovering the WNBA, and how visibility gave her the confidence to dream bigger. She also shares why so many girls leave sports too early, why access and mentorship matter, and how women’s sports are finally getting the attention they’ve always deserved. Angel opens up about the mental health challenges athletes face after retirement, the loss of identity that can come when the game ends, and why more support is needed for life after sport. From uplifting youth to speaking up for the next generation, this episode is a reminder that sports can change lives far beyond the scoreboard. EPISODE CREDITS... Hosted by Natalie Lizarraga and Rae Williams Directed by Lauren Ames Executive Produced by Sydney Kramer and Rachel Apirian Produced by Lauren Ames, Rae Williams, and Natalie Lizarraga Filmed & Edited by Chanelle Tyson BROADLINES IS ALSO ON... Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/7pyirENDp6OMuzcUj89HwE] Apple [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/broadlines/id1874069065] JOIN THE CONVERSATION... Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/femalequotient/] LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/company/femalequotient/] TikTok [https://www.tiktok.com/@femalequotient/] X [https://x.com/femalequotient] Website [https://www.thefemalequotient.com/] Broadlines is a production of The Female Quotient and recorded in Los Angeles, California.

The biggest lie we tell mothers | Neha Ruch

What if stepping away from your career wasn’t falling behind, but actually getting ahead? Motherhood hasn’t caught up to reality. Women are still pushed into extremes: all in at work or all in at home, with very little space in between. In this episode of Broadlines, Natalie and Rae sit down with Neha Ruch, author of The Power Pause, to challenge everything we’ve been told about ambition, motherhood, and success. The system wasn’t built to support women, and yet women are still expected to make it work. 1 in 4 American women return to work just two weeks after giving birth and many don’t even qualify for paid leave. Neha offers a different perspective. A career pause isn’t a setback, it’s a strategic chapter. EPISODE CREDITS... Hosted by Natalie Lizarraga and Rae Williams Directed by Lauren Ames Executive Produced by Sydney Kramer and Rachel Apirian Produced by Lauren Ames, Rae Williams, and Natalie Lizarraga Edited by Davielle Waldner BROADLINES IS ALSO ON... Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/7pyirENDp6OMuzcUj89HwE] Apple [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/broadlines/id1874069065] JOIN THE CONVERSATION... Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/femalequotient/] LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/company/femalequotient/] TikTok [https://www.tiktok.com/@femalequotient/] X [https://x.com/femalequotient] Website [https://www.thefemalequotient.com/] Broadlines is a production of The Female Quotient and recorded in Los Angeles, California.