Girls Can Podcast
21 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 year ago - ★★★★★ - 7 ratingsGirls Can is a podcast created to help educate and inform young women throughout the world. Our shows will discuss many issues, skills, and lessons that effect the lives of young women. We will cover the topics of finance, defense, interviewing skills, CPR and more by interviewing professional women in our community to learn from their experiences and mentorship. We wanted to give all girls an opportunity to hear leadership advice from smart, strong, successful and amazing women.
Girls Can Podcast is sponsored by Girls Can, an organization dedicated to improving the lives of young women in our community of Mobile, Alabama. Our mission is to encourage young women to make a difference through education and service because the girls of today become the future leaders of tomorrow.
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Episodes
Drug Education and Avoiding Addiction with Virginia Guy
April 05, 2023 11:00 - 39 minutes - 39.3 MBOn this episode of the Girls Can Podcast, Grace Swain talks with Ms. Virginia Guy, Executive Director of the Drug Education Council. Ms. Guy has dedicated her life to preventing teen and young adult use of alcohol, tobacco, vaping, and other drugs by providing quality education, intervention, and recovery support programs. Grace explores how she got started in her career and how she and her organization positively impacts the Mobile and Baldwin County communities. They also talk about the o...
Lawyer Up: Becoming a Successful Lawyer with Lisa Darnley Cooper
February 15, 2023 12:00 - 26 minutes - 26.5 MBLisa Darnley Cooper is an experienced attorney at Hand Arendall Harrison Sale, and on this episode, she speaks with Grace Swain to give advice and guidance to young women looking to enter the world of law. One thing that I've always heard people will say is, "Oh, he or she likes to argue." You'd be a great lawyer. I don't like to argue. I'm not a combative person, so that doesn't always ring true. The most important thing is that you can think critically, persuade, and advocate your posit...
Leading By Listening with Susan Boudreau
January 30, 2023 22:30 - 32 minutes - 33.3 MBOn this episode, Grace Swain has a candid and lively discussion with Mrs. Susan Boudreau, the president of Mobile Infirmary since 2015, where she also served as the chief operating officer and Vice President of Oncology. Mrs. Boudreau will share her advice for young women on how to get started in a healthcare career, leading with confidence, the benefits of hard work, the importance of listening, and learning to enjoy life's small things. Susan Boudreau Says: Work hard and be honest. Bu...
Talking Politics and Pant Suits with Senator Vivian Davis Figures
November 07, 2022 20:00 - 28 minutes - 29.2 MBOn this new episode of the Girls Can Podcast, Grace Swain takes over the hosting seat for the first time from her sisters and she is excited to introduce you to our distinguished guest, Senator Vivian Davis Figures. Senator Figures is a member of the Alabama Senate, representing the 33rd District in Mobile County since 2008. She became the first African-American woman to become the Democratic nominee for the U.S. Senate. She was elected to serve as a minority leader in the Alabama Senate fo...
Breighanna Vigor: Miss Mobile Bay and Human Trafficking Fighter
March 16, 2021 19:30 - 27 minutes - 20.8 MBOn this episode, Abigail interviews Breighanna Vigor, Miss Mobile Bay, and an advocate determined to end human trafficking. Sharing the horrors of her own story of being groomed by a trafficker, Breighanna brings awareness to online predators through her position as Miss Mobile Bay. Passionate about her work, Breighanna sheds light on this tragedy and the ever-present dangers of social media and cyberstalking. Plus, she shares her positive experiences from her participation in the Distingui...
Cooking With Confidence with Lemon Baby
March 03, 2021 13:30 - 28 minutes - 22 MBIn the studio, Abigail talks with Amanda Gibson, a food writer who shares her yummy recipes with the world on her blog "Lemon Baby." Amanda shares her experiences in the culinary world and gives advice on writing with a "voice" and preparing a meal on any budget and in any kitchen. Resources: Amanda Gibson - Instagram | Facebook Lemon Baby Food Blog Girls Can is a podcast created to help educate and inform young omen throughout the world. Our shows will discuss many is...
Lorena Díaz Quijano: Transforming E-Commerce
March 10, 2020 11:30 - 22 minutes - 30.7 MBOn this episode, Elizabeth and Abigail talk with Lorena Díaz Quijano, an expert in Digital Transformation and Business and one of the top e-commerce marketers in the world. Lorena teaches over 300,000 students, speaks five languages, and she's going to share with us today the huge opportunities in the e-commerce world. Enjoy! Resources: Lorena Diaz Quijano - Vital Voices | LinkedIn Girls Can is a podcast created to help educate and inform young omen throughout the worl...
Ep.14: Forging Individual Connections
June 27, 2019 21:30 - 25 minutes - 20.4 MBToday in the studio Abigail and Grace chat with Aayran Morrison, the winner of the 2018 National Scholarship program, Distinguished Young Women. In this episode, Aayran shares her high school and college experiences, leadership lessons, and the memories she made at DYW 2018. Resources: Distinguished Young Women Aaryan Morrison Girls Can is a podcast created to help educate and inform young omen throughout the world. Our shows will discuss many issues, skills, and lessons that a...
Ep.13 - Enen Yu: 10,000 Hours and Women In Music
April 22, 2019 19:30 - 18 minutes - 15 MBIn this episode, Abigail interviews Enen Yu, a professional violinist, and co-concert master of the Mobile Symphony. Ms. Yu discusses her journey from a violin student in China to a woman in professional music. She also gives us a glimpse of what it takes to be a world-class musician, moving across the globe to a new home, and what inspires her. Resources: Enen Yu - Forty Under Forty Mobile Symphony Girls Can is a podcast created to help educate and inform young omen throughout...
Ep.12 - Barbara Leigh: A Healthy Mental State
April 16, 2019 19:30 - 24 minutes - 19.6 MBBrooke and Grace Swain interview Barbara Leigh, a professional counselor at Altapointe Health and member of the American Counseling Association. Ms. Leigh discusses the importance of mental health in young women and how to maintain a healthy mental state. Resources: AltaPointe Health - altapointe.org Barbara Leigh - Website Girls Can is a podcast created to help educate and inform young omen throughout the world. Our shows will discuss many issues, skills, and lessons that aff...
Ep.12 - Hillary Rodriguez: Sexual Assault Awareness
April 08, 2019 19:30 - 16 minutes - 13.5 MBIn this episode, Brooke and Abigail Swain talk with the volunteer coordinator and victim advocate of the Lifelines Counseling Services Rape Crisis Center - Hillary Rodriguez - about sexual assault and the importance of raising awareness with high school and college women. Hillary discusses her work at the Rape Crisis Center (Mobile, Alabama) and how young women can volunteer and become more involved with this supportive organization. Resources: Lifelines Counseling Services Rape Crisis...
Ep.10 - Dr. Mary Townsley: Women in STEM
April 02, 2019 20:30 - 16 minutes - 13.2 MBIn this episode, Brooke and Grace Swain interview Dr. Mary Townsley, associate dean of the University of South Alabama College of Medicine and an active leader in the American Heart Association and American Thoracic Society. Dr. Townsley gives insight into the life of a woman in STEM while sharing her experience as both student and teacher of the scientific field. Plus, she shares some habits, skills, and advice to excel in advanced science and medical studies. Resources: Dr. Mary Towns...
Ep.9 - Chessy Prout: Sexual Assault, Consent and Speaking Up
January 12, 2019 17:58 - 19 minutes - 11 MBIn this episode, the Swain Girls talk with PAVE Ambassador Chessy Prout about sexual assault, consent, communication, and healthy relationships. Chessy is currently a student at Barnard College, activist, and nationally-acclaimed author. Her book, I Have The Right To, describes her story of sexual assault during her freshman year at St. Paul's Boarding School in New Hampshire and her journey coping and dealing with this attack. Chessy has been featured on the Today Show, presented at confer...
Ep.8 - Shelby Mitchell: Media, Music and Conversation
July 25, 2018 12:00 - 26 minutes - 15.1 MBElizabeth and Grace chat with Ms. Shelby Mitchell, a radio and media personality on the “Dan and Shelby” show on 95 KSJ/iHeart Radio, NBC 15, The Broadcast Podcast, The Grab Bag Podcast, and Cocktail Hour. Recently, Ms. Mitchell was voted as Lagniappe Reader’s Choice Best Local DJ and a member of the Best DJ team with her show co-host, Dan Brennan. A graduate of the University of South Alabama and a Mobile native, Ms. Mitchell will share with the listeners her advice and tips to entertainin...
Ep.7 - Skye Bork: Putting Your Best Foot Forward
June 26, 2018 12:00 - 13 minutes - 11.1 MBBrooke and Elizabeth chat with Skye Bork, winner of the 2017 national scholarship program, Distinguished Young Women. Skye shares her experiences in this scholarship program, life as a Math major at Columbia, and gives advice to young girls on how they can put their best foot forward! Get to know Skye Bork Girls Can is a podcast created to help educate and inform young omen throughout the world. Our shows will discuss many issues, skills, and lessons that effect the lives of young women...
Ep.6 - Dr. Jessica Grayson: Women in Medicine
June 18, 2018 12:30 - 19 minutes - 15.2 MBElizabeth and Brooke Swain interview Dr. Jessica Grayson, the chief resident in the Department of Otolaryngology (ENT) Head and Neck Surgery at the University of Alabama at Birmingham. Dr. Grayson tells us about her experience as a surgeon, wife, and mother while giving insight into how to lead an organized and well-balanced life. Girls Can is a podcast created to help educate and inform young omen throughout the world. Our shows will discuss many issues, skills, and lessons that effect t...
Ep.5 - Jabaria Dent: Getting Involved with your Community
June 02, 2018 16:30 - 27 minutes - 22.1 MBAbigail and Brooke Swain interview Jabaria Dent, City of Grace Mobile minister and co-founder of Dent Enterprises - a community outreach center in Mobile. Alabama. Ms. Dent discusses the importance of reaching out to your community by sharing her personal experiences with nonprofits and giving insightful tips on how young women can position themselves for success. Never miss an episode. Subscribe to Girls Can. Girls Can Podcast is sponsored by Girls Can, an organization dedicated to imp...
Ep.4 - Women's Health and Nutrition with Stacy Lewis
May 12, 2018 19:29 - 28 minutes - 22.5 MBStacy Lewis, a registered dietitian and certified personal trainer, joins Elizabeth and Brooke Swain to discuss the importance of women's nutrition. Giving insight into the world of women's health, Ms. Lewis emphasizes the significance of well-balanced meals while sharing healthy after-school snack ideas. Women feel their best when they exercise and eat healthily, but we must always remember that we are more than the measure of our waistline. Girls Can Podcast is sponsored by Girls Can, a...
Ep.3 - Public Speaking with Devon Walsh
May 12, 2018 19:19 - 23 minutes - 18.6 MBElizabeth and Brooke Swain interview Ms. Devon Walsh, a professional news anchor with over 15 years of on-air experience who was voted "Alabama's Best News Anchor." Ms. Walsh discusses the qualities of an effective public speaker and the importance of preparation. Girls Can Podcast is sponsored by Girls Can, an organization dedicated to improving the lives of young women in our community of Mobile, Alabama. Our mission is to encourage young women to make a difference through education ...
Ep.2 - Social Media with Stacy Wellborn
May 12, 2018 19:17 - 32 minutes - 25.8 MBElizabeth and Brooke Swain interview Ms. Stacy Wellborn, an Adjunct Springhill College professor, Women's Focus Coordinator, Deep Fried Studios Podcaster, and chief media strategist of Wellborn Strategies. Ms. Stacy Wellborn discusses how to use social media to its full potential while sharing her experiences as a successful female professional. Girls Can Podcast is sponsored by Girls Can, an organization dedicated to improving the lives of young women in our community of Mobile, Alabama....
Ep.1 - The Girls of Girls Can
May 12, 2018 19:08 - 5 minutes - 4.13 MBIn this very first Girls Can podcast, the Swain sisters - Elizabeth, Brooke, Abigail, and Grace - discuss the purpose of Girls Can. Funded by a HerLead grant, the Swains discuss the importance of female empowerment. Each girl hopes to share their high school experiences and learn from strong female role models in our community. Girls Can Podcast is sponsored by Girls Can, an organization dedicated to improving the lives of young women in our community of Mobile, Alabama. Our mission is to...