Optimism or toxic positivity? | Dr. Deepika Chopra

Endometriosis, fibroids and painful periods | Dr. Sarah Yamaguchi

The average woman waits 7 years for an endometriosis diagnosis, and 72% report being gaslit by a provider. On this week’s Broadlines, OBGYN Dr. Sarah Yamaguchi [https://www.instagram.com/dtla_gyn/] joins Rae Williams and Natalie Lizarraga to break down endometriosis, fibroids, the PCOS-to-PMOS rename, viral TikTok "cures," and the one symptom women should never dismiss: pain. The takeaway? Common and normal are not the same thing, and learning to say "this bothers me, how do we fix it?" can change the way women receive care. EPISODE CREDITS... Hosted by Rae Williams and Natalie Lizarraga Directed by Sydney Kramer Executive Produced by Sydney Kramer and Rachel Apirian Produced by 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.

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.