Brave, Not Perfect with Reshma Saujani
89 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 3 years ago - ★★★★ - 148 ratingsGet ready to leave perfect behind. Reshma Saujani, founder and CEO of Girls Who Code, has run for office twice and failed. But exercising her bravery muscle led her to create a nonprofit that's reached 300,000 girls with its computer education programs and message of sisterhood. Join Reshma on her mission to show that being brave, not perfect, is the secret to changing the world.
The award-winning Brave, Not Perfect podcast, based on Reshma's internationally bestselling book, brings you interviews with changemakers with one thing in common. They decided it was better to be brave, not perfect.
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Start Before You're Ready (ft. Brit Morin)
January 30, 2019 11:00 - 20 minutes - 27.6 MBBrit Morin always wanted to be an inventor - and when the internet entered her world, she learned to infuse her love of creativity with technology. On this episode, join Reshma and the founder of Brit+Co for a conversation on building bravery, thinking creatively, changing the world, and facing up to perfectionism. You can find Brit on Twitter and Instagram at @Brit! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bravenotperfect/message
When the Perfect Girl Grows Up (ft. Rachel Simmons)
January 23, 2019 11:00 - 25 minutes - 34.8 MBRachel Simmons thinks that inside, we’re all still teenage girls. On our first episode of Season 3, join noted girlhood researcher Rachel Simmons and Brave, Not Perfect host Reshma Saujani for a conversation on growing up a girl in an age of social media, learning to ask for help and redefining the image of the perfect girl. Get in touch with your inner girl and all of the things that come with it (read: perfectionism). You can find Rachel on Twitter and Instagram at @RachelJSimmons to learn...
Brave, Not Perfect returns Jan. 23, 2019 for Season 3!
January 16, 2019 11:00 - 2 minutes - 3.77 MBWe're coming back to your ears for Season 3 - sharing the conversations Reshma has been having with changemakers from around the world - with a little twist. Every episode is going to highlight ideas from her new book, Brave Not Perfect: Fear Less, Fail More, Live Bolder. Get ready to break free from the cult of perfection, redefine bravery, build a bravery mindset, and learn to survive failure, big and small. Get ready to join Team Brave with Reshma this season! Start your journey by orde...
Chloe Taylor
December 19, 2018 11:00 - 22 minutes - 31.1 MBChloe Taylor's STEM story started when she wanted to meet boys at a co-ed science camp - instead, she found a love for robotics. After getting her degree from Carnegie Mellon and being lauded as an innovator, she became an elementary school teacher, and was surprised to hear the new comments people had for her: sweet, cute, nice. She kept up her love of STEM by facilitating a Girls Who Code Club, and learned to embrace her passions. Tune in this week to hear Chloe's journey to living her trut...
Haven Coleman
December 12, 2018 11:00 - 15 minutes - 20.8 MBShe may be small, but won't stopping her from making a difference! Haven Coleman is a 12 year old climate activist who proves there’s no age or height requirement to save the world. She’s talked global warming with former Vice President Al Gore and shared the stage with advocates for issues across the board at the Teen Vogue summit - and she’s not afraid to make use of her power as a kid. Tune in to hear what it’s like to talk to government officials before your 13th birthday and why we need ...
Yelitsa Jean-Charles
December 05, 2018 11:00 - 17 minutes - 24.7 MBYelitsa Jean-Charles is the Founder & Creative Director of Healthy Roots - a doll company focused on promoting positive self-perceptions in girls through dolls with varying shades of complexion and natural hair textures. She still suffers with imposter syndrome even after being honored by Essence Magazine as one of the 50 founders to watch in 2017, but she’s ready to take the world by storm. Listen in to hear Reshma and Yelitsa talk about colorism and the way that toys affect the way our kids...
Clemantine Wamariya
November 28, 2018 11:00 - 30 minutes - 41.8 MBClemantine Wamariya fled war-torn Rwanda with her older sister Claire in 1994, when she was just six years old. In 2018, she published the New York Times bestselling book The Girl Who Smiled Beads depicting her journey to America seeking refuge. This week, Reshma and Clemantine discuss the human side of war and the immense consequences of family separation. Follow her journey on Twitter and Instagram at @clemantine1, and learn more about her book at http://bit.ly/GirlWhoSmiledBeads --- Sen...
Natalia Quintero
November 21, 2018 11:00 - 13 minutes - 18.9 MBWhat’s holding women back from parity in finance? Natalia Quintero joins Reshma for a conversation on breaking up the boys club of investing, the importance of diversity in hiring, and why we’re most successful when we’re authentically ourselves. Follow Natalia’s journey at @NataliaZarina on Twitter! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bravenotperfect/message
Dre Thomas
November 14, 2018 11:00 - 18 minutes - 25 MBGrowing up in a single parent household and sharing basics like clothing, shoes, soap and underwear with her older siblings, Dre Thomas knew she wanted to make her life’s work about giving back to girls like her. At age 16, she came up with concept for Smile On Me - a community with the mission to awaken ever girl to her inner greatness by providing feminine hygiene products and workshops on self-esteem to girls in low-income communities. Tune in for a conversation about the importance of the...
Yeshimabeit Milner
November 07, 2018 11:00 - 20 minutes - 28.7 MBData is powerful - and Yeshimabeit Milner, founder of Data for Black Lives, is using it to make a difference. Tune in for a conversation about the power of analysis in changing the way people think about issues like black infant mortality and the school to prison pipeline. Follow Yeshi’s journey on Twitter at @YESHICAN, and learn more about Yeshi’s work at d4bl.org. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bravenotperfect/message
Tulsi Gabbard
October 31, 2018 10:00 - 23 minutes - 31.9 MBCongresswoman Tulsi Gabbard is a politician, environmental advocate, veteran and a dedicated surfer - and she knows a thing or two about bravery. Tune in to hear Reshma and Tulsi discuss finding success in life through serving others, taking a stand for what is right, and practicing self care through yoga, meditation and surfing. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bravenotperfect/message
Liz Plank
October 24, 2018 10:00 - 22 minutes - 31.4 MBJoin Liz Plank and Reshma for a conversation that runs the gamut from toxic masculinity to Iceland to sexuality and the Kavanaugh hearings. Liz is a journalist with Vox media covering everything that’s wrong and weird and crazy in the U.S. right now - and an expert on the men’s issues coming out of the women’s movement. Follow her at @Feministabulous on Twitter and Instagram. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bravenotperfect/message
Robin Arzon
October 17, 2018 10:00 - 22 minutes - 20.4 MBTune in for something epic. This week, Reshma sits down with Robin Arzon, VP & Head Instructor at Peloton. She’s a bestselling author, ultramarathoner, cycling and treadmill instructor - oh, and a former lawyer. Hear about Robin’s journey from hostage crisis to legendary fitness pro and how bravery made all the difference. Follow Robin on Instagram and Twitter at @robinnyc. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bravenotperfect/message
LIZZO
October 10, 2018 10:00 - 17 minutes - 15.8 MBLizzo knows a thing or two about self care - and she knows the universe is looking out for her and her girls. In a special SISTERH>>D episode, tune in this week for a conversation between Reshma and hip hop vocalist and all-around inspiration, Lizzo. Keep up with Lizzo on Instagram at @lizzobeeating and on Twitter at @Lizzo. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bravenotperfect/message
Rebecca Traister
October 03, 2018 10:00 - 32 minutes - 29.7 MBGet "Good and Mad" with bestselling feminist writer Rebecca Traister and Reshma on this week’s episode of Brave, Not Perfect. Tune in to hear Rebecca and Reshma talk about women’s anger in our current political moment, Brett Kavanaugh, and what it means to be taken seriously. Keep up with Rebecca on Twitter at @rtraister, and read her new book GOOD AND MAD: The Revolutionary Power of Women’s Anger. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bravenotperfect/message
Brave, Not Perfect returns October 3rd!
September 26, 2018 10:00 - 1 minute - 1.49 MBReady to get inspired? We're back with all new interviews with Rebecca Traister, Clemantine Wamariya, Tulsi Gabbard and more! Leave the fear of failure behind - and join Reshma Saujani on her Brave, Not Perfect journey. Keep up with us on social by following @ReshmaSaujani on Instagram and Twitter, and @BravePerfectPod on Twitter! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bravenotperfect/message
Rayouf Alhumedhi
July 04, 2018 10:00 - 18 minutes - 25.5 MBUnless you were looking, you might have missed it - until 2017, hijabi women weren’t represented on the Emoji keyboard! Rayouf Alhumedhi was 15 when she realized it, and decided to do something. This week, she and Reshma talk about calling attention to important issues, making change, and experiencing imposter syndrome. (She’s 17 and already made an emoji a reality. She’s doing pretty well if you ask us!) Follow Rayouf on Twitter at @rayoufalh and Instagram at @rayoufalhumedhi. --- Send in...
Kelly Roberts
June 27, 2018 10:00 - 15 minutes - 21.6 MBFor Kelly Roberts, bravery is going for a run in her sports bra. Hear from She Can and She Did founder Kelly Roberts on how she is redefining what strength looks and feels like. This week, Reshma and Kelly discuss the body positivity movement and finding joy through difficulty. Join Kelly's #SportsBraSquad - she is documenting her Brave, Not Perfect journey on Twitter and Instagram at @KellyKKRoberts. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bravenotperfect/message
Cristina Jiménez Moreta
June 20, 2018 10:00 - 15 minutes - 21.6 MBCristina Moreta has been fighting for immigrant rights her whole life. Today, Reshma re-airs her conversation with Cristina - with additional commentary in light of recent, horrific, news from our border. As the co-founder and executive director of the advocacy group United We Dream, Moreta became one of the 24 recipients to receive a 2017 MacArthur Fellowship as an advocate for the rights of undocumented immigrants. Follow Cristina's work at @CrisAlexJimenez and @UNITEDWEDREAM. This episode ...
Ashley Edwards
June 13, 2018 10:00 - 19 minutes - 27.1 MBHealing from the trauma of systemic oppression is hard - but Ashley Edwards is making it a possibility for youth of color in communities across the country with MindRight. MindRight gives kids a judgement-free space to talk through their lives and mental health with coaches who care. Hear Ashley and Reshma talk therapy, self care, and bravery on this episode of the Brave, Not Perfect Podcast. Follow Ashley's work at @TextMindRight --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com...
Natalia Ramirez
June 06, 2018 10:00 - 21 minutes - 29.3 MB19 years old and undocumented in 2018 America - Natalia is as brave as they come. And she hasn’t let her status keep her from following her dreams. Tune in to hear Natalia talk about her documentary film, her activism, and how coding helps her stay positive. Watch her film at breachdoc.com and follow them on Twitter at @breachdoc. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bravenotperfect/message
Lauren Foundos
May 30, 2018 13:00 - 18 minutes - 26 MBShe felt like one of the guys while trading on the Wall Street floor, but Lauren Foundos really found her strength when she left finance to start a fitness company, FORTË. Tune in this week as Reshma and Lauren talk bravery in leaving the past behind and making their immigrant families proud. You can find Lauren at @lfoundos on Twitter and Instagram. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bravenotperfect/message
Deepti Sharma
May 23, 2018 10:00 - 16 minutes - 22.9 MBStarting a business and flying alone with her son for the first time - Deepti Sharma is exercising her bravery muscle in every aspect of her life. Tune into the Brave, Not Perfect Podcast to hear Reshma and Deepti talk about motherhood and the transition from politics to business. Follow Deepti's journey on Twitter at @deeptisharma1! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bravenotperfect/message
Allison Yarrow
May 16, 2018 10:00 - 21 minutes - 29.9 MBBack in the 90s, Allison Yarrow slapped her friend across the face. This year, she wrote a book about the word that started it all: Bitch. Hear Reshma and Allison discuss media, culture, and gender equality in this episode of Brave, Not Perfect. Follow Allison on social media at @AliYarrow, and pre-order a copy of her new book, 90s Bitch: Media, Culture, and the Failed Promise of Gender Equality. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bravenotperfect/message
Amani Al-Khatahtbeh
May 09, 2018 10:00 - 24 minutes - 33.3 MBAfter experiencing Islamaphobia and racism firsthand in a post-9/11 America, Amani Al-Khatahtbeh felt alone. At age 17, Amani created media site MuslimGirl, giving girls all over the English-speaking world a platform to share their experiences. Listen to her story, and follow her journey at @xoamani and @muslimgirl. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bravenotperfect/message
Atima Lui
May 02, 2018 10:00 - 23 minutes - 31.7 MBNot all nudes were created equal. Atima Lui’s company is out to change that. NUDEST is building skin-tone matching technology to help people of every shade find products that match their nude. Reshma and Atima talk about their shared history of living up to the expectations of their refugee parents, reshaping beauty standards, and following dreams. Keep up with Atima on Twitter at @atimalui and @nudest_co. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bravenotperfect...
Mónica Ramírez
April 25, 2018 13:00 - 19 minutes - 26.3 MBMónica Ramírez went to the Golden Globes this year- but you haven't seen her on screen. Mónica is the co-founder & President of Alianza Nacional de Campesinas - a national farmworker women’s organization fighting for the rights of farmworkers nationwide. Hear Mónica and Reshma discuss keeping up the fight and when to rest. Follow Mónica at @MonicaRamirezDC and @campesinasunite, and follow us at @ReshmaSaujani and @BravePerfectPod --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/...
Corinne Gilliard
April 18, 2018 15:00 - 15 minutes - 21.2 MBIf you were a producer with Oprah's TV network, would you ever leave? Corinne Gilliard did, and it might just be her bravest moment. Hear about her journey from Howard U to working for Oprah to leading creative development at Crooked Media, home of Pod Save America. Plus, Reshma and Corinne gush over #Beychella and HBCUs. Check her out on Twitter at @corinnegilliard, and while you’re at it, follow @braveperfectpod and @reshmasaujani too! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spot...
Molly Wood
April 11, 2018 10:00 - 17 minutes - 23.8 MBMolly Wood, the host of Marketplace Tech, just had “the talk” with her son. No, not that talk. The one about digital privacy and protecting yourself online. Reshma talks to Molly about the biggest story in tech, what it was like to be one of the first female podcasters, why more women should start pods, and about the time Molly was checking Twitter while drifting down to earth on a parachute. Check her out on Twitter @mollywood and while you’re there follow @braveperfectpod and @reshmasaujani...
Sophie Shrand
April 06, 2018 13:00 - 15 minutes - 21.5 MBHow do you combine degrees in theater and behavioral neuroscience? Sophie Shrand has got it figured out! Shrand hosts her own children's YouTube series 'Science with Sophie'. Playing herself and a variety of quirky characters, Shrand reveals the science behind oddities in everyday life, such as how potholes form, why we shed tears, and whether we can digest bubble gum if we accidentally swallow it. Reshma and Sophie talk about the importance of representation and becoming the role model you n...
Stacey Abrams
March 30, 2018 14:00 - 16 minutes - 22.4 MBStacey Abrams is running for governor in Georgia. If elected, she would become the first African American female governor in the United States- but you'll never guess what she does on the side! Hear about Stacey's brave journey and what she's ready to do next in this episode of Brave, Not Perfect. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bravenotperfect/message
Lane Murdock
March 23, 2018 13:00 - 15 minutes - 21.9 MBLane Murdock is a 15-year-old sophomore at Ridgefield High School and the architect of a nationwide walkout, scheduled for April 20, to protest gun violence in schools. In this episode, Reshma and Lane discuss what it's like to organize a movement as a teenager, and how adults can do more to impact change. Follow Lane on Twitter at @lanemurdock2002 and @schoolwalkoutUS. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bravenotperfect/message
Karina Givargisoff
March 16, 2018 13:00 - 15 minutes - 21 MBKarina Givargisoff is the founder of the first-ever non-profit fashion media brand, Mission Magazine. In this episode, Karina and Reshma get into the beauty of making mistakes, pursuing your passions, and the importance of giving back. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bravenotperfect/message
Cristina Jiménez Moreta
March 09, 2018 14:00 - 15 minutes - 21 MBCristina Jiménez Moreta has been fighting for immigrant rights her whole life. As the co-founder and executive director of the advocacy group 'United We Dream' from New York, Moreta became one of the 24 recipients to receive a 2017 MacArthur Fellowship as an advocate for the rights of undocumented immigrants.
Q&A: 3/07/2018
March 07, 2018 14:00 - 8 minutes - 11.8 MBYou ask. Reshma answers! This is the first Q&A episode of 'Brave, Not Perfect'. Want to be featured in a future Q&A episode? Be sure to send in your questions to [email protected] or call in directly using the Anchor Voice Message feature! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bravenotperfect/message
Tony Jack
March 02, 2018 11:00 - 16 minutes - 22.9 MBAnthony 'Tony' Jack, an Assistant Professor of Education at the Harvard Graduate School of Education explains the concept of the 'Privileged Poor' and systemic inequality in education in this episode of Brave, Not Perfect. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bravenotperfect/message
Q&A: 2/28/2018
February 28, 2018 14:00 - 7 minutes - 10.5 MBYou ask. Reshma answers! This is the first Q&A episode of 'Brave, Not Perfect'. Want to be featured in a future Q&A episode? Be sure to send in your questions to [email protected] or call in directly using the Anchor Voice Message feature! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bravenotperfect/message
Tiffany Dufu
February 24, 2018 01:42 - 15 minutes - 20.7 MBTiffany Dufu, author, Chief Leadership Officer at Levo, and mother of two, is getting away from the curse of perfection. In this episode, Tiffany breaks down what it means to 'Drop The Ball' and how having it all doesn't necessarily mean doing it all. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bravenotperfect/message
Coming Soon: Brave, Not Perfect
February 20, 2018 20:51 - 32 seconds - 936 KBBrave, Not Perfect features interviews with brave change makers in tech, politics and business. It’s hosted by Reshma Saujani, CEO of Girls Who Code, a nonprofit organization which aims to support and increase the number of women in computer science. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bravenotperfect/message