WildHER Wisdom
WildHER Wisdom

WildHER Wisdom

Inspiring Insights with Shelley & Amy

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WildHER Wisdom is the podcast where sassy meets savvy! Our podcast is your go-to source for inspiration, laughter, and learning. Join us as we celebrate the wild and wise woman in you!

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Season 3 Episode 12
NOV 19, 2025
Season 3 Episode 12
<p>In this heartfelt episode of <em>WildHER Wisdom</em>, we welcome the legendary Sheri Jones, longtime news anchor, advocate, and founder of Sheri Jones Creative Media. After 37 impactful years in broadcast journalism, Sheri is not retiring; she is resetting with purpose and passion.</p><p>Sheri shares how she is embracing this new chapter by following her intuition, staying grounded in authenticity, and trusting the quiet wisdom that comes with stillness. She reflects on the lessons she learned through storytelling, the value of presence, and the meaningful connections that shape a life. Whether she is recognized at a Michigan State basketball game or leading global service trips, Sheri carries grace and impact wherever she goes.</p><p>The conversation explores the mental health ripple effects of the pandemic, the importance of self-care, and the power of speaking openly—especially in communities where stigma still runs deep. We also talk about the role of soft skills in an AI-driven world, and why human connection will always matter most.</p><p>Sheri gives us a glimpse into her next act, which includes media coaching, writing, and a motivational book centered on victims’ rights and compassionate journalism. She reminds us that fulfillment is not reserved for the first half of life. For many, it begins right where you are, no matter your age or stage.</p><p>This episode is an invitation to honor your journey, listen within, and live your dash with intention.</p><p>As we release our final <em>WildHER Wisdom</em> episode of the year, we’re feeling deeply grateful for this community—your presence, your shares, your stories, and your hearts.</p><p>We’ll be pausing through the holidays and returning with fresh episodes in January. Until then, we invite you to revisit some of our most soul-stirring conversations on our <a target="_blank" href="https://www.wildherwisdom.com/">website</a> and stay connected with us on <a target="_blank" href="https://www.facebook.com/WildHERWisdom">social</a>.</p><p>Wishing you a joyful, nourishing, and restful holiday season. May you find wisdom in the quiet moments and inspiration in the unexpected.</p><p>~Shelley & Mary</p> <br/><br/>Get full access to WildHER Wisdom: Inspiring Insights with Shelley & Mary at <a href="https://wildherwisdom.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&#38;utm_campaign=CTA_4">wildherwisdom.substack.com/subscribe</a>
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Season 3 Episode 11
OCT 22, 2025
Season 3 Episode 11
<p>Some conversations just feel like sunshine, and this one’s a whole mood. In this episode, Shelley and Mary sit down with Nikki Thompson Frazier, CEO of <a target="_blank" href="https://sweetencounterbakery.com/">Sweet Encounter Bakery Café </a>and the creative force behind the nationally shipped Cupcakes in a Jar, an allergy-friendly dessert brand changing how people gift, celebrate, and connect.</p><p>A former journalist turned culinary entrepreneur, Nikki built her gluten-free bakery to honor her daughters’ food allergies and, in doing so, created a purpose-driven company with heart, flavor, and nationwide reach. Her story reminds us that sweetness often rises out of challenge.</p><p>The conversation is warm, inspiring, and grounded in purpose. Nikki shares how she’s grown her brand, from winning the<a target="_blank" href="https://www.facebook.com/reel/1408473664620417"> </a><a target="_blank" href="https://www.facebook.com/reel/1408473664620417"><em>Clover x Shark Tank</em></a><em> </em>Pitch Competition in Las Vegas to appearing on Food Network’s <a target="_blank" href="https://www.foodnetwork.com/shows/bakers-vs-fakers"><em>Bakers vs. Fakers</em></a>, and how every milestone has been guided by her belief that success tastes best when it’s shared.</p><p>Beyond the bakery, Nikki’s passion for empowerment shines through. She’s the author of <a target="_blank" href="https://sweetlifewithnikki.com/"><em>A Life Worth Tasting</em></a>, a guided journal for living intentionally, and the host of <a target="_blank" href="https://www.youtube.com/@sweetlifewithnikkit"><em>Sweet Life w/ Nikki</em></a> on YouTube, where she offers joy-filled wisdom for nourishing both body and spirit. Through it all, she reminds us that purpose and pleasure aren’t opposites—they’re ingredients in the same recipe.</p><p>💋 WildHER Wisdom Takeaway</p><p>The sweetest encounters happen when you blend heart, hustle, and hope. Nikki shows us that you can build an empire, raise a family, and change the world with frosting on your fingers and joy in your soul.</p> <br/><br/>Get full access to WildHER Wisdom: Inspiring Insights with Shelley & Mary at <a href="https://wildherwisdom.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&#38;utm_campaign=CTA_4">wildherwisdom.substack.com/subscribe</a>
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Season 3 Episode 10
OCT 8, 2025
Season 3 Episode 10
<p>In this episode of <em>WildHER Wisdom</em>, Shelley and Mary sit down with the force of nature that is MiChaela Barker—a powerhouse professional who blends boardroom brilliance with entrepreneurial magic <em>and</em> late-night music sessions. By day, she leads strategic projects at a Fortune 1000 company. By night (and every other spare moment), she’s the founder of <a target="_blank" href="https://matchascrubs.com/">Matcha Scrubs</a> and a soulful singer-songwriter and producer.</p><p>From launching a line of protective and stylish medical scrub caps inspired by her physician mother’s less-than-stellar experience with traditional caps to dropping songs that double as therapy, MiChaela is redefining what it means to live a multidimensional life with purpose and power. She walks us through how structure fuels her creativity, why sleep is a luxury she negotiates with grace, and how being “extra, determined, and blessed” is her brand of brilliance.</p><p>We get real about generational wealth, women supporting women, and the unglamorous parts of entrepreneurship (hello, IP filings). MiChaela shares why she’s done with toxic ties, why you need to <em>start before you’re ready</em>, and how being <em>over-prepared</em> helps her show up as her most authentic self in rooms not built for her—but now better because she’s in them.</p><p>Tune in for a masterclass in doing it all—on your own terms and get inspired to:</p><p>✨ Lead with ambition and alignment</p><p>✨ Blend passion and profession unapologetically</p><p>✨ Build a legacy that’s loud, loving, and lasting</p><p>Follow MiChaela on <a target="_blank" href="https://www.instagram.com/thebellareign/?hl=en">Instagram</a> and <a target="_blank" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelambarker/">LinkedIn</a> to keep up with her fast-paced life (we promise you...she’s going places!)</p> <br/><br/>Get full access to WildHER Wisdom: Inspiring Insights with Shelley & Mary at <a href="https://wildherwisdom.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&#38;utm_campaign=CTA_4">wildherwisdom.substack.com/subscribe</a>
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Season 3 Episode 9
SEP 10, 2025
Season 3 Episode 9
<p>In this soul-stirring (and slightly sassy) episode, Shelley and Mary pull back the curtain on the exhausting cycle of always trying to prove yourself. Especially when you're a woman, a person of color, or anyone who's ever felt underestimated. Spoiler alert: the glow-up comes when you stop proving and start becoming.</p><p>Shelley opens up about her empty-nester era — equal parts freedom and "what now?" —while Mary shares her journey of unlearning the grind and owning her truth. From handling anxiety to managing expectations, these two don't shy away from the hard stuff.</p><p>There's laughter. There's vulnerability. There's talk of sequined dresses and backup dancing (yes, really). Most of all, it's a reminder that you don't need permission to grow, say no, or take up space in your full magic.</p><p>What We’re Wild About this Week</p><p>There's something about this time of year that feels like an exhale. I'm wild about crisp fall mornings that call for layers, long walks, and coffee that actually stays hot. It's officially sweatshirt and soup season, and I'm here for all of it—hearty bowls, cozy textures, and that early-evening golden light that makes you pause without even realizing it.</p><p>I'm also leaning into MSU football season—not so much for the game (let's be honest), but for the gathering. The joy of familiar faces, shared snacks, and those tailgating and game time conversations that somehow mean more than the score. It's connection season. A reminder that warmth isn't just in the weather, it's in who we spend our time with. ~Shelley </p><p>I'm wild about momentum — that sweet spot where hard work starts to feel lighter because you can actually see the results. ~Mary</p><p><strong>What are YOU wild about this week?</strong></p><p></p> <br/><br/>Get full access to WildHER Wisdom: Inspiring Insights with Shelley & Mary at <a href="https://wildherwisdom.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&#38;utm_campaign=CTA_4">wildherwisdom.substack.com/subscribe</a>
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Season 3 Episode 8
AUG 27, 2025
Season 3 Episode 8
<p>Shelley and Mary grab their mics (and maybe a little magnesium) to sit down with <a target="_blank" href="https://premierprimary.doctor/">Dr. Breanna O'Keefe,</a> a physician, mom, and unapologetic champion for women who are ready to stop running themselves ragged. This is a real talk about what it takes to keep your health, your sanity, and your sparkle at any age.</p><p>From hot flashes to high-powered careers, they spill the truth on juggling work, family, and wellness without buying into the myth that you have to do it all, do it perfectly, and smile while doing it. Think fewer "burners on high" and more intentional, guilt-free choices — the kind that actually let you breathe.</p><p>They also go there on perimenopause and menopause, decoding symptoms, swapping supplement secrets, and sharing personal stories you will not hear in your average exam room. Shelley even gets candid about her own hormone therapy journey, the joys (and not-so-joys) of midlife body changes, and why social media might be the unlikely hero for women's health awareness.</p><p>Dr. O'Keefe shares why she left the corporate medical hamster wheel to build a Direct Primary Care practice where patients receive the time, attention, and honest answers they deserve. From metabolism shifts to bone health, she breaks down prevention in a way that makes you feel both informed and in charge.</p><p>If you have ever wondered how to lift weights for stronger bones, protect your heart, or simply claim more time for yourself without the guilt, this conversation will give you permission and a plan to do it.</p><p>There’s something about the slow shift into fall that stirs my soul: cooler mornings, golden light, and the grounding rhythm of preserving what’s ripe and ready.</p><p>This week, I’m wild about canning. The meditative magic of chopping, stirring, sealing. It’s more than food prep. It’s legacy, nourishment, and a love letter to future me.</p><p>There’s power in preserving the sweet things while letting the rest fall away. ~Shelley</p><p></p><p>This week, I’m wild about saying “oops” instead of “I’m sorry” when life gets messy. Late to the party? Oops. Forgot the thing I swore I’d remember? Oops. Somehow, it feels lighter than carrying guilt, as if it were my full-time job. ~Mary</p> <br/><br/>Get full access to WildHER Wisdom: Inspiring Insights with Shelley & Mary at <a href="https://wildherwisdom.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&#38;utm_campaign=CTA_4">wildherwisdom.substack.com/subscribe</a>
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39 MIN