Manifesting Your Mission with Brianna Brown Keen

After being laid off at 26, Dr. Kristine Sickels learned that a career setback can become a powerful leadership lesson. Now a former corporate SVP, entrepreneur, CEO, and author, Kristine helps women use their voices with more clarity, confidence, and intention. She shares why staying silent, overthinking, or softening your message can keep your best ideas from being heard, and how curiosity and optimism can open entirely new paths. In this episode, you will learn... • How to turn a painful setback like a layoff into empathy and leadership strength. • The seven silencers that keep smart women quiet, and how to stop getting talked over. • Why storytelling is what moves a room and makes your ideas land. "Sitting on top of the world with my legs hanging free." — Dave Matthews Band Time Codes: 00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction 02:45 Finding Silver Linings in Difficult Times 04:54 Handling Layoffs with Empathy and Care 07:55 Kristine's Career Journey in Retail and Consumer Products 10:26 Transition from Corporate to Entrepreneurial Life 19:51 Upcoming Book: The Clearest Voice in the Room 20:53 Helping Women Use Their Voice at Work 44:59 Advice to Younger Self and Embracing Non-Linear Paths Apple Podcasts Listeners: Click "Episode Website" below the show notes to view them in full, including bonus links, recommendations, and goodies! Connect with Dr. Kristine: LinkedIn: @drkristinesickels Substack: @kristinesickels Book: The Clearest Voice in the Room: How to Speak with Power and Intention at Work (Learn more about the book: drkristinespeaks.com/book) Cause: Renown Collective, building clean water wells in southern Africa so girls can go to school and women can start businesses. Company Websites: micdropworkshop.com, myvirtualcsweet.com Connect with Brianna: Instagram: @briannabrownkeen X: @brownbrianna TikTok: @briannabrownkeen YouTube: @briannabrownkeen - Full video versions of each episode are available here! ManifestingYourMission.org TheNewHollywood.org BriannaBrownKeen.com BONUS CONTENT! Dr. Kristine's Favorites... Documentary: Theodore Roosevelt (Netflix) Inspirational Song: "Lie in Our Graves" by Dave Matthews Band. Other Recommends From This Episode: LMNT Electrolytes LMNT Sparkling Water How to Win Friends and Influence People by Dale Carnegie

Director, producer, and creator Richie Keen opens up about building a decades-long career in Hollywood, directing hundreds of episodes of television, creating and executive producing multiple shows, and directing major studio films. From early internships and stand-up flops to creating his own opportunities, Richie shares how tenacity, visualization, and refusing to accept "no" shaped his career. His story is proof that setbacks can become redirection—and that your big break isn't something Hollywood simply hands you. It's something you create. In this episode, you will learn... • How to turn rejection into a new opportunity instead of treating it as a dead end. • Why creating your own projects, relationships, and opportunities can change the trajectory of your career. • How Richie uses repetition, visualization, and a self-starter mindset to keep moving forward when the odds are against him. "What is your definition of heaven? That is you and I sitting on our balcony or couch having a cup of coffee." — Richie Keen Time Codes: 00:00 Introduction and Richie Keen's background 02:30 Overcoming challenges and finding silver linings 04:47 Richie Keen's career milestones and pivotal moments 07:39 Getting started in the industry and handling rejection 11:04 Creating projects and leveraging relationships 17:14 The Spielberg story and industry serendipity 22:19 The power of asking and networking in Hollywood 25:37 Landing the Ice Cube movie and industry persistence 29:56 Industry evolution and staying motivated 35:37 Travel, inspiration, and personal growth 39:01 Favorite books, quotes, and sources of inspiration 43:17 Supporting causes and mentorship 45:34 Advice to younger self and activity insights 46:50 Richie Keen's early interests and passions 47:51 Current projects and future plans 49:12 Manifestation, visualization, and success 50:46 Closing thoughts and gratitude Apple Podcasts Listeners: Click "Episode Website" below the show notes to view them in full, including bonus links, recommendations, and goodies! Connect with Richie: Instagram: @richiekeen Facebook: @richie.keen Connect with Brianna: Instagram: @briannabrownkeen X: @brownbrianna TikTok: @briannabrownkeen YouTube: @briannabrownkeen - Full video versions of each episode are available here! ManifestingYourMission.org TheNewHollywood.org BriannaBrownKeen.com BONUS CONTENT! Richie's Favorites... Book Rec: To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee, The Heaven & Earth Grocery Store by James McBride, Change Your Paradigm, Change Your Life by Bob Proctor Documentary: Chef's Table (Netflix), especially the Nancy Silverton episode (season 3 episode 3) Inspirational Song: "Earth Groove" by VJ & Sophia Cause: Chrysalis, supporting people experiencing homelessness with employment preparation, training, and job placement. Other Recommends From This Episode: DandyBlend - use code DANDYBB to receive 10% off your order! Think and Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill

The Wellness Babes, Brianna Brown Keen, Julie DelaBarre, and Ragan Wallake, unpack why it can be so hard to stay consistent and what may really be getting in the way. They dive into cravings, hormones, mindset, and the patterns that keep you stuck so you can stop blaming yourself and start approaching your wellness in a way that actually feels sustainable. In this episode, you will learn... • Why your wellness plans keep falling apart, and the one shift that finally makes habits stick. • How your gut, hormones, and stress levels can influence your cravings, energy, and overall well-being. • Why cooking with joy instead of restriction might be the missing piece you've been looking for. "Radiance doesn't start with what you put on your face. It starts with what you feed your body, your mind, and your peace." — Wellness Babes Time Codes: 00:00 Introduction 04:36 Inside the 6-Week Wellness Program 08:37 Why Food, Cooking, and Community Matter 15:01 Gut Health, Functional Testing, and Finding the Root Cause 20:18 Making Healthy Food Delicious and Enjoyable 30:45 The Power of Community, Motivation, and Accountability 36:32 Stress, Cortisol, and the Inner Work 43:47 Join the 6-Week Wellness Transformation Apple Podcasts Listeners: Click "Episode Website" below the show notes to view them in full, including bonus links, recommendations, and goodies! Connect with Wellness Babes: Instagram: @joinwellnessbabes, @julie.delabarre.onc, @ragans_kitchenette TikTok: @joinwellnessbabes YouTube: @joinwellnessbabes Website: wellnessbabes.org - Doors are open now for the 6-Week Transformation, starting October 15! Connect with Brianna:Instagram: @briannabrownkeen X: @brownbrianna TikTok: @briannabrownkeen YouTube: @briannabrownkeen - Full video versions of each episode are available here! ManifestingYourMission.org TheNewHollywood.org BriannaBrownKeen.com

Steve Glenn, entrepreneur and founder of Plant Prefab, shares how building mission-driven companies requires resilience, purpose, and the willingness to learn through failure. From pioneering virtual reality and early social networking to transforming sustainable housing, Steve reveals why success isn't about avoiding mistakes but using them to build a more meaningful life and legacy. In this episode, you will learn... • How setbacks can become the foundation for stronger leadership and better decision making. • Why purpose and profitability can work together to create lasting impact. • The mindset shifts that helped Steve build multiple companies while staying aligned with his values. "When hungry, eat. When tired, sleep." — Buddha Time Codes: 00:00 Introduction and Steve Glenn's background 02:08 Scaling Plant Prefab and overcoming major challenges 09:38 Steve's entrepreneurial journey from tech to sustainable housing 19:00 What makes a home sustainable and LEED certified 24:28 Entrepreneurship, mentors, and lessons learned 33:13 Personal favorites, influences, and travel experiences 42:14 Community involvement, current projects, and where to connect Apple Podcasts Listeners: Click "Episode Website" below the show notes to view them in full, including bonus links, recommendations, and goodies! Connect with Steve: Instagram: @plantprefab, @likeswaterfalls Website: PlantPrefab.com Connect with Brianna: Instagram: @briannabrownkeen X: @brownbrianna TikTok: @briannabrownkeen YouTube: @briannabrownkeen - Full video versions of each episode are available here! ManifestingYourMission.org TheNewHollywood.org BriannaBrownKeen.com BONUS CONTENT! Steve's Favorites... Book Rec: Siddhartha by Hermann Hesse Inspirational Song: "Ask" by The Smiths Documentary: Summer of Soul (Hulu) Cause: CicLAvia

Functional nutrition practitioner Free Dominguez, CNC, FDNP shares why so many women with PCOS and endometriosis (and the shift in PCOS conversations to include metabolic factors - PMOS) continue struggling despite following conventional advice. She explains the overlooked connections between stress, gut health, hormone detoxification, and inflammation, while offering practical ways to better support your body before symptoms become even more severe. This conversation empowers women to ask better questions, understand their bodies, and become stronger advocates for their health. In this episode, you will learn... • Why PCOS and endometriosis are often driven by much more than hormones alone. • How stress, gut health, and detoxification pathways influence hormone balance. • Practical lifestyle habits that can help support your body and reduce inflammation naturally. "Your body is not broken. It is always working in your favor, whether you like it or not." — Free Dominguez Time Codes: 00:00 Introduction to Women's Hormonal Health 02:00 Understanding PCOS: Symptoms and Diagnosis 04:08 Endometriosis: Growth Outside the Uterus 06:57 The Role of Estrogen and Hormonal Imbalances 09:51 Stress, Adrenals, and Hormonal Impact 15:05 Lifestyle Factors and Lifestyle Reassessment 20:03 Detoxification Pathways and Their Importance 24:55 Advanced Testing: Dutch Test and Pathways 30:13 Genetics, MTHFR, and Personalized Care 40:00 Supporting Gut Health and Reducing Inflammation 50:00 Practical Tips for Stress Reduction 59:57 Final Thoughts and Resources Apple Podcasts Listeners: Click "Episode Website" below the show notes to view them in full, including bonus links, recommendations, and goodies! Connect with Free: Instagram: @freedominguez Website: FreeDominguezNutrition.com Connect with Brianna: Instagram: @briannabrownkeen X: @brownbrianna TikTok: @briannabrownkeen YouTube: @briannabrownkeen - Full video versions of each episode are available here! ManifestingYourMission.org TheNewHollywood.org BriannaBrownKeen.com BONUS CONTENT! Free's Favorites... Inspirational Song: "Bitch Don't Kill My Vibe" by Kendrick Lamar Other Recommends From This Episode: Screen Zen app