283: Woodward Throwbacks - Bo Shepherd
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On this week’s episode of The 1 Girl Revolution Podcast, we welcome Bo Shepherd – designer, entrepreneur, and co-founder of Woodward Throwbacks, a Detroit-based creative studio known nationwide for its sustainable design, reclaimed craftsmanship, and deep love for community. Bo’s heart is rooted in Detroit — a city she loves, lives in, and continues to invest in through creativity, sustainability, and hard work. What began as a simple act of picking up discarded wood from Detroit’s streets and alleys soon evolved into a full-fledged movement. Alongside her partner...
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282: Casting Director and TV Development Exec - Katie MacIntosh
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On this week’s episode of The 1 Girl Revolution Podcast, we welcome Katie MacIntosh - award-winning producer, director, casting expert, and president of Mac Worldwide, Inc. Katie is one of the most respected names in unscripted television, known for her incredible ability to discover authentic stories and compelling characters that capture hearts and audiences around the world. Katie’s story began right here in Michigan - and over the years, she’s built a remarkable career in the entertainment industry, working on some of the biggest shows on television, including The Real Housewives of...
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281: Dear Mom, - Amy Amaradio
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On this week’s episode of The 1 Girl Revolution Podcast, we welcome Amy Amaradio - mama and founder of Dear Mom, a movement and community that uplifts and connects mothers raising children with Down Syndrome and other differences. Amy’s story began in Michigan, where she grew up with deep family roots, a strong faith, and a heart for connection. Years later, she settled in California where she built her family, including her son, Rocco, who has what Amy lovingly calls “that magical extra chromosome.” Like so many new moms on this journey, Amy faced uncertainty, questions, and...
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280: Mama and Infant Loss Survivor - Charla Grim
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On this week’s episode of The 1 Girl Revolution Podcast, we welcome Charla Grim — wife, mama, and a courageous woman who is using her story of love, loss, and motherhood to bring comfort and hope to others. Charla is the mother of three beautiful boys — Mason, Emmett, and Garrison. Emmett was born sleeping. Charla and her husband went to the hospital expecting to welcome their baby boy into the world, but instead heard the words no parent should ever hear: “I’m sorry, your baby doesn’t have a heartbeat.” Their lives were changed in an instant. Nothing in life prepares a parent...
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279: Girls Positivity Club - Melissa Jones
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On this week’s episode of The 1 Girl Revolution Podcast, we welcome Melissa Jones — educator, speaker, and founder of Girls Positivity Club, a movement empowering girls to build confidence, self-worth, and leadership skills through connection, mentorship, and positivity. Melissa’s story — and the inspiration behind Girls Positivity Club — began with her own experiences as a young girl struggling to find confidence and belonging. Those early challenges came full circle years later as a teacher, when she saw so many of her students facing the very same struggles. She knew something had...
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278: Writer, Poet, and Therapist - Sara Rian
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On this week’s episode of The 1 Girl Revolution Podcast, we welcome Sara Rian - writer, poet, and therapist. Sara’s story is one of profound loss, transformation, passion, and purpose. In 2018, Sara lost her mother to suicide - a devastating loss that changed the trajectory of her life. That pain became a catalyst for her creative and professional journey, pulling her deeper into writing, therapy, and helping others find light in the darkness. Today, Sara uses her gifts as both a writer and therapist to create spaces where others can explore grief, mental health, and healing without...
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277: Mojo in the Morning - Shannon Murphy
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On this week’s episode of The 1 Girl Revolution Podcast, we welcome Shannon Murphy — co-host of iHeartRadio’s Mojo in the Morning show, wife, mama, radio personality, and all-around powerhouse woman! This episode is a full-circle moment for me because I first met Shannon years ago — when I was a sophomore in college — backstage at a Switchfoot concert. We instantly connected over being from Michigan (she grew up on Grosse Ile, and my grandparents lived there!) and our shared love of music and media. At the time, Shannon was just a few years into her radio career, and I was still...
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276: Every Woman, Every Girl is a 1 Girl Revolution! - Kate Milligan
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On the new episode of The 1 Girl Revolution Podcast, host Kate Milligan, founder of 1 Girl Revolution, launches a brand-new campaign: Every Woman, Every Girl. Because the truth is: Every woman, every girl is a 1 Girl Revolution. This powerful new campaign is about reminding women and girls everywhere of their value, purpose, and power to change the world. In this episode, Kate shares: Why she’s launching Every Woman, Every Girl now and the urgency behind it; The story of a conversation with a friend that sparked the rallying cry: “Every woman and every girl is a 1 Girl...
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275: For The People - Hillary Blout
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On this week’s episode of The 1 Girl Revolution Podcast, we welcome Hillary Blout — attorney, advocate, and founder of For The People. Hillary is a powerhouse changemaker who is transforming the justice system through something called Prosecutor-Initiated Resentencing (PIR). Under her leadership, For The People has partnered with District Attorneys across the country to take a second look at old cases, identify people who can be safely released, and reunite families — all while strengthening communities. In 2018, Hillary drafted and helped secure the passage of AB 2942 — the first PIR...
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274: The Bail Project, Still She Rises, and The Bronx Defenders - Robin Steinberg
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On this week’s episode of The 1 Girl Revolution Podcast, we welcome Robin Steinberg — attorney, advocate, and founder of The Bronx Defenders, Still She Rises, and The Bail Project. Robin has spent her entire career fighting for justice and reimagining what public defense and true equity could look like in America. Her unwavering belief is simple but revolutionary: every person deserves dignity, humanity, and a real defense — no matter who they are or what resources they have. In 1997, Robin founded The Bronx Defenders in New York City, pioneering a holistic model of public defense that...
info_outlineOn this week’s episode of The 1 Girl Revolution Podcast, we welcome Collette Divitto — entrepreneur, baker, author, speaker, and founder of Collettey’s Cookies and Collettey’s Leadership Program.
You may know Collette from her inspiring story that went viral in 2016, when she turned rejection into fuel for her mission and built a cookie empire. After facing countless job rejections because she was born with Down Syndrome, Collette decided to create her own path and founded Collettey’s Cookies — not only to share her delicious “Amazing Cookies” with the world, but also to create meaningful jobs for people with “different abilities.”
Since then, Collette has been featured on CNN, Good Morning America, ABC World News, People Magazine, BBC, and many other media outlets. She’s sold over 500,000 cookies, built a thriving company in Boston that now employs 15+ people (several with disabilities), and continues to grow her mission of empowerment and inclusion.
But Collette’s story doesn’t end with cookies. Through her nonprofit, Collettey’s Leadership Program, she provides entrepreneurship and leadership training to people with disabilities, helping them discover their abilities, build confidence, and pursue their dreams. She also travels the country as a speaker and advocate, and one of her ultimate goals is to work with lawmakers in Washington, D.C. to create more employment opportunities for people with disabilities.
In this episode, you’ll hear:
✨ Collette’s journey growing up with Down Syndrome and discovering her passion for baking;
✨ The story behind her now-famous Collettey's Cookies;
✨ How she turned rejection in the job market into an opportunity to launch her own business;
✨ The growth of Collettey’s Cookies and its mission to employ people with disabilities;
✨ Her advocacy work and her dreams for systemic change in the world;
✨ And so much more!
🍪 Learn more + support Collette’s mission: Visit colletteys.com to order cookies. Learn more about Collette or book her as a speaker at: collettedivitto.com. And learn more about her nonprofit, Collettey’s Leadership Program: colletteysleadership.org
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