In this powerful episode of The Passionistas Project, we sit down with Janelle Kellman — climate resilience expert, attorney, entrepreneur, former mayor of Sausalito, and candidate for California Lieutenant Governor — for an inspiring conversation about courageous leadership, community action, and creating real change during uncertain times. From wildfire prevention and affordable housing to women’s empowerment, economic resilience, education, and public safety, Janelle shares her bold vision for California and explains why she believes the future depends on leaders who understand the everyday struggles facing real families. This episode dives deep into climate change, women in leadership, small business advocacy, community colleges, affordability, and how local action can spark statewide transformation. But this isn’t just a political conversation — it’s also one of the most motivational women’s stories we’ve shared on the podcast. Janelle opens up about the family legacy of service that shaped her, the unforgettable story of her aunt in the French Resistance during World War II, and the deeply personal moments that inspired her to step into public leadership. If you’re passionate about women inspiring women, authentic leadership, women’s empowerment, social impact, purpose-driven work, climate solutions, entrepreneurship, or creating a better future for the next generation, this episode will leave you feeling hopeful, energized, and ready to take action. In this episode, we discuss: • Women’s leadership and public service • Climate change and wildfire prevention • Affordable housing and economic resilience • Community colleges and workforce development • Small business challenges and entrepreneurship • Motivational women’s stories and courage • The power of local communities to create change • Finding purpose, passion, and authentic leadership Whether you care about California politics, personal growth, women supporting women, or building stronger communities, this conversation is packed with insight, inspiration, and practical solutions. Learn more about Janelle Kellman at JanelleKellman.com. Learn more about ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Passionistas Project⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Read the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠show notes⁠⁠⁠⁠.⁠ We used ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Circle⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to build our membership. We used ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Descript⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for our podcast needs. We used ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Opus⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to pull video clips for you. Note: We get an affiliate fee if you use the links above (at no additional cost to you.) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices