Ep 804: Grace, Grit, and God Will Get You Through Anything with Sharon Delaney McCloud
Release Date: 07/07/2025
Ep 826: From Fighter Jets to Tech CEO: Sara Blackmer’s Mission-Driven Playbook
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From maintaining fighter jets to leading billion-dollar innovations, Sara Blackmer has built her career on mission, discipline, and fearless leadership. A decorated U.S. Air Force Lieutenant Colonel turned CEO, Managing Partner at Solyco Capital, and Senior Partner at FluidLogic, Sara has proven what’s possible in male-dominated industries like defense, tech, and venture capital. In this episode, she shares lessons on building high-performing cultures, scaling impact with purpose, and thriving as a woman in leadership where the odds aren’t always in your favor. 🔗 Guest Links Solyco...
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Ep 825: Why Drew Lynch Believes Your Setback Is Your Superpower
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From a freak accident that left him with a stutter to earning the Golden Buzzer on America’s Got Talent, comedian Drew Lynch has turned adversity into his superpower. With millions of fans worldwide, three hit comedy specials, and a thriving YouTube channel, Drew proves that laughter can heal and setbacks can become your stage. In this episode, he shares his story of resilience, authenticity, and finding your voice no matter the odds. 🌟 Main Themes from the Episode Turning setbacks into strengths: why Drew’s stutter became his superpower. The power of humor in healing and connecting...
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Ep 824: Let It Rip Friday: God Is Positioning You For More
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On this week's Let It Rip Friday, Linda is sharing how the place your in might actually be preparing for something bigger. Hold on when things are hard. How you can stay in touch with Linda: "Proud Sponsors of the Sisterhood of S.W.E.A.T"
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Ep 824: From Brazil to the Boardroom: Nicole Bowyer’s Confidence Revolution: The COCO on the go Story
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This week on the Sisterhood of Sweat, Linda interviews Nicole Bowyer. She is the founder of COCO on the go, shares how a life-changing trip to Brazil inspired her mission to help women silence self-criticism and embrace confidence every single day. From building her brand with her mom to seeing her pieces featured on The Real Housewives of Orange County, Nicole’s story proves that confidence isn’t just about fashion—it’s a way of life. Connect with Nicole: Website → Instagram → TikTok → Facebook → How you can stay in touch with Linda: ...
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Ep 823: Live Your Best Life On Your Own Terms with Mary Katherine Stahl
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Are you interested in committing to a goal? Have you been struggling to get back to the gym? Then this is the episode for you to dive into. I talk with MK Stahl. She is a multi-location Fit Body Boot Camp owner, and Community Manager for the franchise. She is a mom, and a wife and is passionate about helping others live their best life on their own terms. She is an expert at balancing motherhood and business ownership. MK prides herself on helping others move outside of their comfort zone, at the gym, and in all areas of life! We discuss the balance of owning a business and being a...
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Ep 822: Directorial Debut TOGETHER with Michael Shanks
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From Stargate to Sundance—Michael Shanks is back, this time behind the camera. 🎬 In this episode of The Sisterhood of S.W.E.A.T., Michael shares the journey to his directorial debut, TOGETHER—a hauntingly beautiful love-meets-horror story starring Dave Franco and Alison Brie. With a perfect 100% Rotten Tomatoes score and buzz from Sundance and SXSW, this film is already making waves. Tune in as Michael opens up about the leap from acting to directing, the power of fear and love, and why TOGETHER is unlike anything you’ve ever seen. Watch the Official Trailer: How you...
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Ep 821: Hyper vs. Hashimoto’s: The 5 Differences Your Doctor Didn’t Explain
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In this heartfelt episode, we welcome Dr. Eric Osansky — a compassionate chiropractor, clinical nutritionist, and certified functional medicine practitioner who transformed his own journey with Graves’ disease through natural, holistic healing. Since his remission in 2009, Dr. Osansky has dedicated himself to empowering others through his books, “Natural Treatment Solutions for Hyperthyroidism and Graves’ Disease,” The Hyperthyroid Healing Diet, and Hashimoto’s Triggers. He blends personal experience with science-backed protocols to bring hopeful, actionable insights to those...
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Ep 820: Your Dreams Are Possible
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On this week's Motivational Monday, we're discussing how important it is to follow your dreams, speak them out loud and believe.
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Ep 819: The Shocking Link Between Your Gums and Your Heart Health
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Ready to rethink everything you know about your smile? 🦷✨ In this episode of The Sisterhood of S.W.E.A.T., Dr. Sanda Moldovan—board-certified periodontist, certified nutritionist, and pioneer in biological dentistry—reveals how your mouth is the mirror to your whole-body health. From the hidden dangers of gum disease to the mouth–gut–brain connection, she shares practical tips, myth-busting truths, and cutting-edge insights to help you live longer, healthier, and pain-free. If you want to protect your health from the inside out, this conversation will change the way you think...
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Ep 818: Motivation Monday: Dreams Have No Age Limit
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On this week's Motivation Monday, we're discussing agism and why your dreams don't depend on your age.
info_outlineAre you finding it hard to stay strong? Have you been losing hope? In this episode, we discuss how grace, god, and grit can get you through almost anything in your life. Sharon has struggled through child loss, cancer and other adversities in her life, and she continues to keep moving forward and making the world better.
In this episode I talk with Sharon Delaney McCloud, Emmy Award-winning journalist, cancer survivor, and bereaved mother, joins us to discuss her personal experiences using grit and gratitude to face any of the adversity in her life. We discuss the journey she went through with her daughter, finding your own resilience, balancing your professional with your personal life. This conversation goes deep and we don’t hold back, so be prepared for some tears, but this is a very inspiring conversation to help you find your own grit.
Questions I asked:
- Can you give people a background on who you are?
- How did you pick yourself up and keep going?
- What are your top tips for speaking to bereaved parents?
- Linda gives words of advice to get into a workout routine.
- Can you give us 10 tips for resilience?
- Where can listeners get the download, and connect with you?
Topics Discussed:
- Experiencing Ireland
- Eating Meat Free
- Raising a child while working in journalism
- Dealing with child illness and child loss.
- Childhood Leukemia.
- Overcoming negative circumstances.
- Doing a TED Talk on talking to bereaved parents.
- Facing loss in your life.
- Tips for resilience.
Quotes from the show:
- “I take my grief and throw myself into all things with tenacity.” @SharonDMcCloud @SisterhoodSweat
- “I took that courage Macy taught me, and started my own company.” @SharonDMcCloud @SisterhoodSweat
- “Face everything with bravery.” @SharonDMcCloud @SisterhoodSweat
- “We can’t just lay down and not face reality. We have a son who needs his parents back.” @SharonDMcCloud @SisterhoodSweat
- “There is no word for a parent who loses a child.” @SharonDMcCloud @SisterhoodSweat
How you can stay in touch with Sharon Delaney McCloud:
- https://www.sharondelaney.tv/
- https://www.facebook.com/sharondelaneyontv/
- Sharon’s book: https://amzn.to/2KULTKQ
How you can stay in touch with Linda:
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