Thursday Unplugged EP4: Why Love Isn't Always Happy—But It's Always Worth It

A White Collar Wife EP12: The 4th of July That Revealed How Fragile & Precious Our Time Together Is

Few stories capture the complexity of love, grief, and quiet heroism like Apollo’s. In this deeply personal episode, Gillian Utesch reflects on saying goodbye to her beloved German shepherd—the dog who saved her life and showed unparalleled courage in his final days. Apollo Maximus’s journey—from a show dog destined for accolades to a cherished family companion and protector—teaches profound lessons about trust, loyalty, and the fleeting nature of time with those we love. Through his story, Gillian explores how animals mirror our deepest human experiences, from joy to heartbreak, and how their courage and love leave lasting marks on our hearts. This episode invites listeners to reflect on Apollo’s unique qualities, his heroic acts, and the difficult journey through illness and diagnosis, offering lessons in acceptance, grief, and gratitude. It highlights the power of small acts of kindness, honoring love languages, and recognizing extraordinary moments in everyday life. Whether you’re navigating grief, celebrating a beloved pet, or seeking reflections on courage and loyalty, this episode is a poignant reminder of how precious time truly is, and how love, courage, and resilience endure beyond the moments we can see. Join Gillian in celebrating a dog who was more than a pet—he was a hero, a healer, and a testament to the enduring power of love.   Connect with Gillian: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gumoney/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/gumoney/] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/asuperwomanhandbook/ [https://www.instagram.com/asuperwomanhandbook/] Website: http://brokenglassceilingmarketing.com [http://brokenglassceilingmarketing.com]   Listen & Subscribe Subscribe to A White Collar Wife on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts.   #AWhiteCollarWife #GillianUtesch #ApolloMaximus #DogLovers #griefsupport  #petloss  #loveandloyalty  #lifelessons  #familydog  #emotionalhealing  #season3

Travel Like A Superwoman EP3: Emily Reid on Moving to Portugal & Finding Your New Home

Moving to a new country is more than changing your address—it’s learning how to build a life in a place where everything feels unfamiliar. In this episode of Travel Like A Superwoman, Gillian Utesch sits down with Emily Reid, co-founder of Casa da Amelia, to discuss the hidden challenges immigrants face when starting over in Portugal. After experiencing the transition herself, Emily shares what she learned about navigating language barriers, cultural differences, healthcare, banking, housing, and the everyday decisions that can make or break your experience abroad. Emily explains why successfully relocating isn’t just about having information—it’s about understanding your lifestyle, your priorities, and the kind of life you want to create. She shares how helping newcomers make informed choices allows them to feel confident and independent instead of overwhelmed. This conversation is perfect for anyone dreaming about moving to Portugal, exploring life abroad, or wondering what it really takes to turn a foreign country into home. Because the biggest challenge of moving abroad isn’t just finding a new place—it’s finding where you truly belong.   Connect with Emily Reid & Casa da Amelia: Website: https://casadaemilia.com/ [https://casadaemilia.com/] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/emilyreneesr/ [https://www.facebook.com/emilyreneesr/] Facebook (Casa da Amelia): https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61583861969378 [https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61583861969378]   Connect with Gillian: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gumoney/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/gumoney/] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/asuperwomanhandbook/ [https://www.instagram.com/asuperwomanhandbook/] Website: http://brokenglassceilingmarketing.com [http://brokenglassceilingmarketing.com]   Listen & Subscribe Subscribe to Travel Like A Superwoman on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts.   #TravelLikeASuperwoman #EmilyReid #portugallife  #expatsinportugal  #movingabroad  #TravelPodcast #travelpodcast  #immigrantstories  #digitalnomad  #lifeabroad  #adventuretravel  #womenwhotravel  #season1

A Superwoman Handbook S3 EP15: Rachel Fulginiti on Trusting Your Intuition, Career Pivots & Adoption

Join host Gillian Utesch for a heartfelt conversation with Rachel Fulginiti—writer, voice actor, award-winning audiobook narrator, podcaster, and adoptive mother—as they explore what happens when you stop forcing life and start trusting where it's leading you. Rachel's journey has been anything but ordinary. From pursuing a career in Hollywood to finding her voice as a successful voice actor, and ultimately becoming a mother through foster care adoption, every chapter of her life has been shaped by one powerful decision: listening to her intuition. In this inspiring episode, Rachel opens up about navigating career uncertainty, embracing unexpected opportunities, overcoming infertility, and building a family through foster care adoption. She shares how setbacks often became the stepping stones to something even greater, and why surrendering control doesn't mean giving up—it means making space for possibilities you never imagined. Together, Gillian and Rachel discuss the courage it takes to pivot, the importance of community during life's hardest seasons, and how trusting your inner voice can lead you toward your greatest purpose. Whether you're considering a career change, navigating infertility, exploring adoption, or simply searching for clarity in your next season of life, this conversation is filled with encouragement, hope, and practical wisdom. Because sometimes the life you never planned becomes the one you were always meant to live.   Connect with Rachel Fulginiti: Podcast: From Foster to Forever Instagram (Podcast): https://www.instagram.com/foster2foreverpodcast/ [https://www.instagram.com/foster2foreverpodcast/] Instagram (Rachel): https://www.instagram.com/rfulginiti/ [https://www.instagram.com/rfulginiti/] Facebook (Podcast): https://www.facebook.com/fromfoster2forever [https://www.facebook.com/fromfoster2forever] Facebook (Rachel): https://www.facebook.com/rachel.fulginiti [https://www.facebook.com/rachel.fulginiti]   Connect with Gillian LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gumoney/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/gumoney/] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/asuperwomanhandbook/ [https://www.instagram.com/asuperwomanhandbook/] Website: http://brokenglassceilingmarketing.com [http://brokenglassceilingmarketing.com]   Listen & Subscribe Subscribe to A Superwoman Handbook on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts.   #ASuperwomanHandbook #RachelFulginiti #fostercare  #adoption  #careerchange  #trustyourintuition  #womenempoweringwomen  #personalgrowth  #voiceactor  #motherhood  #purpose  #resilience  #podcast  #Season3 #ep15

A Superwoman Handbook S3 EP14: Nancy Benet on Business, Money & Trusting Your Inner Voice

Join host Gillian Utesch on A Superwoman Handbook as she welcomes Nancy Benet, licensed CPA, entrepreneur, and CEO of Fix-It Accounting and Success Your Way, for an inspiring conversation about resilience, entrepreneurship, money mindset, and building a business that's truly aligned with who you are. After a difficult divorce left Nancy raising four children on her own while facing more than $650,000 in debt, she had a choice: give up or rebuild. Through perseverance, practical financial strategies, and learning to trust her intuition, she transformed one of the hardest seasons of her life into two thriving businesses dedicated to helping others succeed. In this episode, Nancy shares why failure doesn't define an entrepreneur—it develops one. Together, Gillian and Nancy explore how listening to your inner voice, asking for help sooner, and embracing the courage to pivot can completely change the direction of your business and your life. Nancy also discusses the importance of finding your niche, building meaningful client relationships, creating sustainable growth, and developing a healthier relationship with money. She shares practical lessons from decades of helping entrepreneurs navigate accounting, business growth, and financial confidence. Whether you're dreaming about starting a business, rebuilding after setbacks, or looking for clarity in your next chapter, this conversation offers encouragement, practical wisdom, and a reminder that success doesn't have to look like everyone else's. Because your greatest opportunity often begins the moment you stop following someone else's path—and start trusting your own.   Connect with Nancy Benet: Website: https://www.successyourway.com/ [https://www.successyourway.com/] Fix-It Accounting: https://www.fixitaccounting.com/ [https://www.fixitaccounting.com/] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/success.your.way [https://www.instagram.com/success.your.way] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SuccessYourWayCommunity [https://www.facebook.com/SuccessYourWayCommunity] LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nancy-benet-cpa-18145014/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/nancy-benet-cpa-18145014/] Facebook Profile: https://www.facebook.com/share/14aMFG3nor4/ [https://www.facebook.com/share/14aMFG3nor4/]   Connect with Gillian: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gumoney/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/gumoney/] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/asuperwomanhandbook/ [https://www.instagram.com/asuperwomanhandbook/] Website: http://brokenglassceilingmarketing.com [http://brokenglassceilingmarketing.com]   Listen & Subscribe Subscribe to A Superwoman Handbook on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts.   #ASuperwomanHandbook #NancyBenet #womeninbusiness  #entrepreneurship  #moneymindset  #businessgrowth  #womenentrepreneurs  #smallbusiness  #leadership  #SuccessYourWay #FixItAccounting #personalgrowth  #financialconfidence  #businesssuccess  #season3

Thursday Unplugged EP4: Why Love Isn't Always Happy—But It's Always Worth It

Join Gillian Utesch and Patrick Reid for another honest conversation on Thursday Unplugged, where real stories lead to meaningful reflection. Love isn't always easy. The strongest relationships aren't built on perfect moments—they're built on what happens after disappointment, disagreement, and heartbreak. In this heartfelt episode, Patrick explores why every meaningful relationship carries its own scars and why those scars often become the greatest evidence of love, resilience, and growth. Through personal stories and thoughtful reflection, he shares how pain doesn't always weaken relationships—it can strengthen them when we choose healing over resentment. Together, Gillian and Patrick discuss the difference between temporary connections and lifelong relationships, the beauty found in imperfection, and why some of our favorite memories are tied to the moments that challenged us the most. Whether you're navigating a difficult season, rebuilding trust, or simply reflecting on the people who matter most, this episode offers a refreshing perspective on love, forgiveness, and what it truly means to stay connected. Sometimes the strongest relationships aren't the ones without scars—they're the ones that choose to heal together.   Connect with Patrick Reid: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/preidmusic/ [https://www.instagram.com/preidmusic/] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/154246411831481?ref=NONE_xav_ig_profile_page_web [https://www.facebook.com/154246411831481?ref=NONE_xav_ig_profile_page_web]   Connect with Gillian: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gumoney/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/gumoney/] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/asuperwomanhandbook/ [https://www.instagram.com/asuperwomanhandbook/] Website: http://brokenglassceilingmarketing.com [http://brokenglassceilingmarketing.com]   Listen & Subscribe Subscribe to A Superwoman Handbook on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. Join us every Thursday for Thursday Unplugged, where honest conversations, meaningful stories, and thoughtful reflections encourage us to live with greater purpose, compassion, and authenticity.   #ASuperwomanHandbook #ThursdayUnplugged #PatrickReid #relationships  #love  #emotionalhealing  #personalgrowth  #lifelessons  #resilience  #forgiveness  #mentalwellbeing  #connection  #podcast  #season3  #ep4