Leat Romano: Medicine & Motivation

Leat Romano: Medicine & Motivation

If you aren’t lucky enough to know @leatromano_dnp, this is your chance! Leat is a nurse practitioner and Doctor of Nursing Practice who has built a life rooted in purpose, balance, and impact. This week on Chapters by @propelnetwork, she talks to our host @melaniekule about how she found her calling, the defining moments that shaped her, and how she pours her whole heart into a profession devoted to healing. With authenticity and humor, Leat shares what it looks like to pursue a career she loves while juggling motherhood, community, and personal growth. Tune in to be inspired by her wisdom and the beautiful legacy she’s building. This episode was brought to you by Mona Haddad A"H School of Nursing

Joyce Chabbott: The Upper East Side Mommy

We’re so excited to welcome the one and only @joycechabb — better known as the Upper East Side Mommy — to the Chapters by @propelnetwork podcast! 🎙️  Tune in this week as Joyce talks to our host @melaniekule about how she became a viral content creator and built her brand from the ground up. She also opens up about motherhood, purpose, and keeping her priorities straight no matter how busy life gets. Joyce also has  fantastic advice for anyone looking to grow in the world of social media or just looking to do anything new! This is an inspiring, fun, and real conversation you won’t want to miss! ✨ This episode was brought to you by the Chella Safra School of Communications

Regine Ashkenazie, LMSW: Rooted & Real

Meet Regine Ashkenazie @regineash [https://www.instagram.com/regineash/?hl=en], an anxiety therapist from @longislandbehavioral [https://www.instagram.com/longislandbehavioral/?hl=en] and devoted mom who’s made it her mission to help others navigate the overwhelming world of anxiety. In this episode, she talks to our host @melaniekule [https://www.instagram.com/melaniekule/?hl=en] about her own path — how she built a career in therapy while raising a family — and breaks down what anxiety really is, how it shows up in adults and kids, and her practical advice for knowing when it might be time to reach out for help. Whether you’re a parent, a professional, or someone who wants to understand your own mind better, this episode will leave you feeling more educated and empowered. Full episode drops Tuesday on all streaming platforms. This episode is brought to you by the Ellen Ades and Alice Chera School of Social Work

Shelly Schmool: Through Her Lens

This week on the Chapters by PROPEL podcast, Melanie sits down with the insanely talented Shelly Schmool, founder of @byshelly [https://www.instagram.com/byshelly/?hl=en] photography, whose journey began with simple photo shoots for friends and grew into a thriving business that now takes her around the world. From milestones like birthday parties and weddings to her famous dream sessions, she’s built a career out of capturing life’s most meaningful moments. In this episode, she shares meaningful advice on how to balance it all while staying true to your passion. Most importantly, she reminds us that no dream is ever too big — even if it feels out of reach at first. A must-listen for anyone chasing their passion! This episode is brought to you by the Rachel Sutton School of Photography

Marlenn Zarif: Under the Influence

This week on Chapters by PROPEL Network, we’re so excited to welcome Marlenn Zarif who is already making a name for herself in the fashion PR world! With incredible experience at fashion houses like Hermès and Chanel, Marlenn is carving out her own path and building a name to watch. In this episode, she talks to Melanie about how she discovered PR, why she values every relationship and experience, and why sometimes the most important thing is simply being “in the room.”  She shares wisdom, inspiration, and practical advice you won’t want to miss! This episode is brought to you by the Chella Safra School of Communications