From Silenced to Sought-After: Owning Your Voice, Power & Presence with Harriet Bratt

From Silenced to Sought-After: Owning Your Voice, Power & Presence with Harriet Bratt

What happens when the woman who was once silenced becomes the one people listen to most? In this powerful episode of Unapologetically Badass, I sit down with Harriet Bratt—a speaker, confidence coach, and entrepreneur who helps leaders step fully into their power to speak, sell, and show up boldly on live and virtual stages… and in everyday life. Harriet’s journey is anything but linear. From an early ADHD diagnosis handled in a deeply disempowering way, to being bullied and victimized by authority figures as a child, Harriet learned early how damaging it can be to shrink, self-doubt, and internalize other people’s narratives. She became her own worst enemy before learning how to become her greatest ally. Her story includes a complete reinvention—from care home manager to sought-after public speaker, navigating a painful business partnership breakdown, and courageously starting again as an entrepreneur when alignment was lost. Today, Harriet travels the world with her husband and dogs, speaking, running events, and teaching entrepreneurs how to own their voice, confidence, and presence—without pretending to be someone they’re not. In this episode, we talk about: * Reclaiming your voice after years of being silenced * Turning self-doubt into self-trust * Speaking and selling with confidence—on stage and in life * What it really means to “start again” as an entrepreneur * Why your story isn’t your weakness—it’s your power If you’ve ever felt underestimated, misunderstood, or held back by your past—and you know there’s more inside you waiting to come out—this conversation will remind you that your voice is not optional. It’s your superpower. 🎧 Tune in if you’re ready to stop shrinking and start being heard.

Ms. World Traveler: Reinvention, Reinvention & Reinvention, Why Your Best Years Are Still Ahead with Kerry Damiano

What if the second half of your life was actually the main event? In this inspiring and soul-stirring episode of Unapologetically Badass, I sit down with Kerry Damiano, known worldwide as Ms. World Traveler—a woman who proves that curiosity, courage, and reinvention don’t expire with age. With more than 140 countries stamped on her passport, Kerry has built a multifaceted, award-winning career that spans decades and defies every outdated rule about aging, ambition, and what women are “supposed” to do. From her early days as Miss Idaho USA to becoming a respected force in the global pageant world as a coach, judge, sponsor, and creator, Kerry has spent over 40 years shaping confidence, communication, and presence in women of all ages. But her story doesn’t stop there. Kerry is also an accomplished pianist, an award-winning fashion and jewelry designer, a mentor to young women, and the founder of The Amazing Word, a Scripture memorization ministry rooted in faith and purpose. Her work has earned her prestigious honors including the Titan Women in Business Award, AVA Digital Award, Vega Digital Award, NY Digital Award, Dot Comm Award, and seven Global Beauty Awards—yet her greatest achievement may be the way she continues to live with joy, intention, and fearless curiosity well into her 60s. In this episode, we talk about: * Why reinvention is a lifelong skill—not a midlife crisis * How confidence, faith, and curiosity compound over time * Letting go of timelines, labels, and expectations * Why your “best years” aren’t behind you—they’re waiting for your permission If you’ve ever felt the pull to do more, be more, or finally say “watch me”—this conversation will remind you that it is never too late to wear the crown, rewrite the script, and live boldly. 🎧 Tune in and get ready to rethink everything you thought you knew about age, success, and what’s possible next.

Episode 86~ She Left the Mob in the Middle of the Night… and Never Looked Back with Sharon Pfeiffer

What happens when the life you’re living could cost you everything… and you finally decide to walk away? In this jaw-dropping episode, I sit down with Sharon Pfeiffer—former mob wife turned actress, comedian, and unapologetic force of nature—who didn’t just reinvent her life… she escaped it. At 22, she was married into the mob. By her early 20s, divorced with a baby. And after years of being pulled back into the same dangerous patterns, she made a decision most people would never have the courage to make… She left New York in the middle of the night—her home, her businesses, her entire life behind—and started over from scratch in South Florida. No safety net. No guarantees. Just guts. What followed? A complete reinvention. From nail salons to the stage… from survival mode to spotlight… Sharon is now an actress, stand-up comedian, playwright, and host of her own podcast We Tawk FUNNY-WTF!—proving that your past does NOT get to define your future. This episode is about more than escaping a life… It’s about choosing yourself when it’s hard, scary, and uncertain as hell. If you’ve ever felt stuck… this conversation might just shake something loose. Website www.imdb.me/sharonpfeiffer [http://www.imdb.me/sharonpfeiffer]

Episode 85~ From Mic to Main Character: Bekah Berger on Saying Yes to Herself & Building a Life That Fits

She wakes up Rhode Island every morning, but Bekah Berger’s real superpower isn’t radio—it’s self-trust. As a co-host on 92 PRO FM Mornings, a podcaster, TV contributor, and all-around media powerhouse, Bekah’s success didn’t come from one big break—it came from a thousand small yeses. In this episode, Bekah shares how choosing herself, staying unapologetically authentic, and refusing to say no to aligned opportunities built a career (and life) that actually feels good. From radio studios to TV screens, motherhood, marriage, and everything in between—this is a masterclass in trusting your voice and owning your lane. If you’ve ever felt like success had to look a certain way… this conversation will crack that wide open.

Episode 84~ You’re Not Stuck—You’re Drifting: The Wake-Up Call for High-Performing Women with Cynthia Bentzen-Mercer

What if the life you worked your ass off to build… isn’t actually the one you’d choose? In this unapologetically real conversation, Renee sits down with Dr. Cynthia Bentzen-Mercer—a PhD-level social psychologist, executive coach, and former C-suite leader who spent over 30 years at the top… only to realize success without alignment is just well-managed drift. After losing her executive role at 56, Cynthia didn’t panic—she pivoted. And not in the fluffy, “find yourself” kind of way. She created a framework that’s now helping high-performing women reclaim clarity, control, and direction in their careers and lives. Inside this episode, we get into: * The difference between being stuck vs. drifting (and why most women don’t see it) * What really happens when your identity is tied to your title—and it disappears * Why pushing harder is NOT the answer * The power of intentional decisions over default success * How to course-correct your life without burning it all down If you’ve ever felt like you’re doing everything right but something still feels off… this is your wake-up call. Because being successful isn’t the goal. Being aligned is. If you're a high-performing woman feeling stuck, burned out, or disconnected from your success, this episode dives into leadership transformation, career pivots, and how to find clarity and direction in your life and career. Dr. Cynthia Bentzen-Mercer shares powerful executive coaching insights for women ready to stop drifting and start leading with intention. Website: www.dr-cynthia.com [http://www.dr-cynthia.com/]