Women Who Lead
31 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 2 months ago -760 WJR’s “Women Who Lead” spotlights female leaders from throughout the Great Lakes region who are influencing our communities in positive ways. Join your hosts Ann Thomas and Luanne Thomas Ewald for inspiring stories of women from all backgrounds and fields … business leaders, small business owners, community organizers, civil servants, volunteers, and more. Learn how these women are leaning in and pushing the world forward with their positive contributions!
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Women Who Lead ~ May 26, 2024
May 26, 2024 16:00 - 37 minutes - 34.7 MBMay 26, 2024 ~ Host Ann Thomas talks to the women behind Michigan Medicine's Von Voigtlander Women's Hospital, a podcast making a difference in the lives of women, an author, and she's written a fascinating new book about dreams.
Women Who Lead ~ April 27, 2024
April 27, 2024 20:00 - 37 minutes - 34.7 MBApril 27, 2024 ~ Host Ann Thomas talks to Angie Kelly, the first woman to become the managing partner for Ernst & Young in Detroit, and Tina Kozak, the new owner of Franco in Detroit. She also spoke with Barbara McQuade, former U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of Michigan, about her new book called: “Attack from Within: How Disinformation is Sabotaging America.”
Women Who Lead ~ Feb. 24, 2024
February 24, 2024 05:00 - 37 minutes - 34.7 MBFeb. 24, 2024 ~ Wayne State University Board of Governors Chair Shirley Stancato talks about her life’s work of breaking down barriers and bringing people together. Also, Henry Ford Center for Integrative Medicine Director Dr. Elizabeth Swenor discusses the benefits of functional medicine and holistic healing, plus Ascension Interventional Cardiologist Dr. Nishtha Sareen offers insight on her new book, “BIA, She is The Force,” which examines the most pressing health issues facing women today.
Women Who Lead ~ Jan. 27, 2024
January 27, 2024 17:00 - 37 minutes - 34.7 MBJan. 27, 2024 ~ Host Ann Thomas talks to Kimberley Andrews Espy, the first female president of Wayne State University, along with the new president of Loyola High School Deborale Richardson-Phillips, and the Zekelman Holocaust Center Director of Education Ruth Bergman.
Women Who Lead ~ Oct. 28, 2023
October 28, 2023 17:20 - 37 minutes - 34.7 MBOct. 28, 2023 ~ Host Ann Thomas talks to Nishtha Sareen, MD, is an interventional cardiologist at Ascension Medical Group in Saginaw about her work in medicine and education, Gardner White President Rachel Stewart about her work in the Detorit community, George Gregory founder and CEO Caitlin Riney about her men's wear store, and Peacock Rooms Founder and CEO Rachel Lutz about how her size-inclusive dress store in Detroit.
Women Who Lead ~ Aug. 26, 2023
August 26, 2023 20:00 - 37 minutes - 34.7 MBAug. 26, 2023 ~ Host Ann Thomas talks to one of General Motor's top female executives, a photojournalist and inductee to the Michigan Journalism Hall of Fame, and an author who recently published a book on how to age gracefully.
Women Who Lead ~ July 22, 2023
July 22, 2023 20:00 - 37 minutes - 34.7 MBJuly 22, 2023 ~ Host Ann Thomas talks to the woman behind Cornerstone Community Financial, a growing credit union operating in Michigan. She also talks to an author of a new adoption book and a pre-college engineering program for students in high/middle school.
Women Who Lead ~ June 10, 2023
June 10, 2023 04:00 - 37 minutes - 34 MBJune 10, 2023 ~ Recorded during the Mackinac Policy Center, host Ann Thomas talks to Lenora Hardy-Foster, president and CEO of the Judson Center. Hardy-Foster guides the strategic direction of the center, which for almost 100 years has made positive impacts in the lives of over 12,000 children, adults, and families. Thomas also talked to the women leading organizations likes Trinity Health Michigan and Beyond Basics.
Women Who Lead ~ April 29, 2023
April 29, 2023 04:00 - 38 minutes - 35.4 MBApril 29, 2023 ~ Host Ann Thomas talks to Dr. Leslie Farquhar-Zanetti, who has spent her career elevating the role of a clinical pharmacist as an integral part of the health care system. Thomas also talked to Sister Rose Mary Sam about working on the Holy Grounds of Lords, and deacon Jeremy Schupbach about being ordained as a priest.
Women Who Lead ~ March 2023
March 25, 2023 04:00 - 37 minutes - 34.1 MBMarch 25, 2023 ~ Common Ground President and CEO Heather Rae speaks on her commitment to the more than 80,000 people her organization serves annually, Comerica Bank SVP and National Director of Events and Corporate Contributions Shelly Pisors tells us about the upcoming Comerica Bank Women’s Business Symposium, and Deloitte Executive Chair of the Board Janet Foutty talks on her new book, “Arrive and Thrive: Seven Impactful Practices for Women Navigating Leadership.”
Women Who Lead ~ February 2023
February 25, 2023 05:00 - 37 minutes - 34.6 MBFebruary 25, 2023 ~ 760 WJR’s Ann Thomas speaks with guests in the aftermath of the Michigan State University shootings about the growing problem of gun violence in America and the often talked about potential solutions that never seem to become reality. Guests include Clinical Psychologist Dr. Donna Rockwell, Oakland County Sheriff Michael Bouchard, and US Congresswoman Elissa Slotkin.
Women Who Lead ~ January 2023
January 29, 2023 05:00 - 38 minutes - 35 MBJanuary 29, 2023 ~ Guests include Alternatives for Girls CEO Amy Good, Midtown Detroit Executive Director Sue Mosey, and our first “Women Who Lead” honoree of 2023, Ahee Jewelers Designer Pamela Ahee Thomas.
Women Who Lead ~ September 2022 Edition
September 23, 2022 04:00 - 37 minutes - 34.7 MBWomen Who Lead ~ September 2022 Edition
Women Who Lead ~ July 2022 Edition
July 30, 2022 04:00 - 36 minutes - 33.8 MBWomen Who Lead ~ July 2022 Edition
Women Who Lead ~ June 2022 Edition
June 25, 2022 04:00 - 37 minutes - 34.7 MBWomen Who Lead ~ June 2022 Edition
Women Who Lead ~ May 2022 Edition
May 27, 2022 04:00 - 36 minutes - 33.8 MBWomen Who Lead ~ May 28, 2022
Women Who Lead ~ April 2022 Edition
April 22, 2022 04:00 - 38 minutes - 35.6 MBWomen Who Lead ~ April 2022 Edition
Women Who Lead ~ March 2022 Edition
March 26, 2022 04:00 - 37 minutes - 34.7 MBWomen Who Lead ~ March 2022 Edition
Women Who Lead ~ February 2022 Edition
February 28, 2022 05:00 - 34 minutes - 31.9 MBWomen Who Lead ~ February 2022 Edition
Women Who Lead ~ January 2022 Edition
January 24, 2022 05:00 - 39 minutes - 35.8 MBWomen Who Lead ~ January 2022 Edition
Women Who Lead ~ December 2021 Edition
December 27, 2021 05:00 - 37 minutes - 34.3 MBWomen Who Lead ~ December 2021 Edition
Women Who Lead ~ November 2021 Edition
November 18, 2021 05:00 - 37 minutes - 34.4 MBWomen Who Lead ~ November 2021 Edition
Women Who Lead ~ September 2021 Edition
September 27, 2021 04:00 - 37 minutes - 34.7 MBWomen Who Lead ~ September 2021 Edition
Women Who Lead ~ August 2021 Edition
September 06, 2021 04:00 - 36 minutes - 33.3 MBWomen Who Lead ~ August 2021 Edition
Women Who Lead ~ July 2021 Edition
August 09, 2021 04:00 - 38 minutes - 35.6 MBAugust 7, 2021 ~ Ann and Luanne talk to Chair of the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecolegy Dr. Dee Fenner, and Pediatric Research Scientist Sarah Clarke, both from the University of Michigan.
Women Who Lead ~ June 2021 Edition
July 04, 2021 04:00 - 39 minutes - 35.8 MBJuly 4, 2021 ~ Rocket Companies Chief Diversity Officer Trina Scott, Stephanie Prechter and Univeristy of Michigan Pediatric Cardiology Chief Dr. Sarah Pasquale join Ann and Luanne.
Women Who Lead ~ May 2021 Edition
May 22, 2021 04:00 - 39 minutes - 36.2 MBMay 22, 2021 ~ Ann and Luanne welcome Impact 100 of Oakland County Founder Amy Tattrie Loepp, Washtenaw Community College president Dr. Rose Bellanca, Michigan Medicine Associate Professor Dr. Erica Elizabeth Marsh, and our “Women Who Lead” May Honoree, The Henry Ford President and CEO Patricia Mooradian.
Women Who Lead ~ April 2021 Edition
April 25, 2021 04:00 - 37 minutes - 34.4 MBApril 25, 2021 ~ Ann and Luanne visit with our April “Women Who Lead” honoree, Facebook Vice President of Global Marketing Solutions Michelle Morris. Also, Michigan Medicine Faculty Member Dr. Ixsy Ramirez talks about the lingering effects of COVID-19 on kids, and Executive Director of the Michigan Coalition to End Domestic and Sexual Violence Sarah Prout Rennie talks about the rise in domestic abuse during the pandemic.
Women Who Lead ~ April Edition
April 25, 2021 04:00 - 37 minutes - 34.4 MBApril 25, 2021 ~ Ann and Luanne visit with our April “Women Who Lead” honoree, Facebook Vice President of Global Marketing Solutions Michelle Morris. Also, Michigan Medicine Faculty Member Dr. Ixsy Ramirez talks about the lingering effects of COVID-19 on kids, and Executive Director of the Michigan Coalition to End Domestic and Sexual Violence Sarah Prout Rennie talks about the rise in domestic abuse during the pandemic.
Women Who Lead ~ March 2021 Edition
March 28, 2021 04:00 - 35 minutes - 32.6 MBMarch 28, 2021 ~ In this month’s edition, we examine the effects of the pandemic on teenagers with University of Michigan Pediatrics Research Scientist Sarah J. Clark. We’ll also visit with journalist and author Patricia Montemurri for a look at the role Catholic nuns play in education, community service, and healthcare. Plus, we’ll meet our third “Women Who Lead” honoree of 2021, Telva McGruder, General Motors’ chief of diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Women Who Lead ~ February 2021 Edition
February 27, 2021 10:00 - 37 minutes - 34 MBFebruary 28, 2021 ~ Ann and Luanne talk with Tricia Keith, president of Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan’s Emerging Markets Division and co-chairman of The American Heart Association’s Go Red for Women virtual event, which happened last week in multiple ways. Also on the show, February’s Women Who Lead honoree Miriam Noland, founding president of the Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan, and Katherine Brown, senior advisor for the Institute for College Access and Success.