GenerateHER

Today we are joined by a woman whose story is such a beautiful reminder of what can happen when curiosity becomes a way of life. Laura Sanders has built a life across countries, cultures, and careers, eventually creating Fractional France and helping people find their own little slice of Paris. Laura’s story shows the willingness to observe, to knock on doors, to adapt when things change, and to keep asking, “What else ...

In this episode, we explore the beauty and the difficulty of pressing pause. From the quiet streets of summer in Paris to the realities of entrepreneurship, responsibility, and creativity, we reflect on what it truly means to slow down in a world that constantly asks us to do more. Together, we discover that rest doesn't look the same for everyone, and that sometimes the smallest moments of presence can become the most transformati...

Today we welcome Anne-Laure Pingreoun, founder of Alter-Projects and co-founder of the Mayfair Design District, for a conversation about curiosity, creativity, entrepreneurship, and building a life beyond expectations. From navigating cultures across France, the UK, and the US to making art more accessible and embracing failure as part of growth, we explore how courage, community, and a willingness to begin can lead to extraordinar...

In this episode of GenerateHER, we return to the metaphor of the Jardin Secret, your inner secret garden, to explore what it really means to grow with intention. From nurturing the right environment and community to embracing unexpected ideas, we reflect on the courage to evolve, even when the path leads somewhere entirely new. If you've been wondering whether it's time to cultivate the next version of yourself, this episode offers...

In this episode of GenerateHER, we welcome Barbara Diggs - writer, entrepreneur, longtime Paris resident, and certified divorce coach. Together, we explore how life transitions, career reinvention, motherhood, entrepreneurship, and personal growth can lead us toward unexpected new chapters. Barbara shares how she left a successful legal career, built a life in France, embraced the challenges of starting over, and lear...

Creativity, growth, and reinvention rarely happen in perfect conditions. In this episode of GenerateHER, we explore why the messiness of building something new—whether it's a business, a project, or a new chapter in life—is often a sign of meaningful progress. Through reflections on creativity, experimentation, and transformation, we uncover how embracing uncertainty can lead to greater clarity, resilience, and growth.

In this episode, we reflect on the art of creation, not just what we build, but who we become in the process. We explore why clarity comes through action, how community shapes every meaningful creation, and why evolution often requires letting go of old versions of ourselves. From spectacular mistakes to inspired reinventions, we remind ourselves that creation is never final, it is a living, evolving journey that asks us to keep gr...

In this episode, we explore how we build meaningful friendships in Paris, reflecting on cultural differences that shape connection and trust. We learn that friendship here isn’t rushed, it’s something we earn over time through consistency, discretion, and shared values. As we navigate this, we’re encouraged to slow down, be genuine, and focus on depth over quantity, understanding that true friendships grow quietly...

In this solo episode, we explore the unexpected power of being “delulu”, daring to believe in dreams that feel unrealistic, irrational, or even impossible. Through reflections, examples, and a transformative journaling exercise, let's find a way to reconnect you and your inner curiosity, rediscover your past achievements, and reimagine what’s possible for your future. This episode is a gentle but powerful reminder...

Today we sit down with author and creative entrepreneur Ajiri Aki for a heartfelt conversation about cultivating joy, embracing life’s transitions, and living with intention. Ajiri shares her journey to Paris, her philosophy of “joie de vivre,” and the powerful lesson behind her story about using the “good china”, a reminder not to wait for special occasions to enjoy life’s simple pleasures. The ...

We’re back for Season 3 of GenerateHER, stepping into a season of action, growth, and bold beginnings. Inspired by the energy of spring in Paris, this new chapter invites you to move beyond reflection and start planting, pruning, and nurturing your “Jardin Secret.” This season is all about becoming the butterfly: embracing change, seizing opportunities without waiting for perfect conditions, and recognizing both t...

In this Season 2 finale of GenerateHER, it's time to reflect on a year of reinvention, courage, and creative growth. We revisit the most meaningful lessons of the season: from trusting intuition to cultivating our personal “Jardin Secret.” We share daily miracle practices, reframing magic as presence, connection, and openness. We close with a heartfelt invitation to embrace risk, community, and the next chapter of becom...

In this episode of GenerateHER, Jane Bertch sits down with longtime Paris-based journalist, author, and storyteller Lindsey Tramuta. Together, they explore how finding a voice is a lifelong, evolving practice shaped by experience, courage, and curiosity. Lindsey reflects on living through cultural change, creative reinvention, and the importance of community as a source of grounding and growth. The conversation also touches on sett...

Today’s episode of GenerateHER is a reflective New Year conversation about intentionally choosing what to carry forward, and what to leave behind, as we step into 2026. We explore values like strategic procrastination, reciprocity, discretion, and the importance of real human connection. We reflect on balancing analog and digital living, honoring time, and resisting the pressure to constantly perform or overshare. This episod...

Today’s episode is a reflective pause to close out the year. We look back on a full season of conversations, lessons, and questions, sharing what we’ve learned about growth, creativity, courage, and the power of showing up consistently. Rather than offering answers, this episode is about holding space: for reflection, for evolving voices, and for honoring the small steps that quietly shape our lives. A thoughtful invita...

In today’s episode of GenerateHER, we pause together from Paris as we near the end of 2025, taking a breath to plant early seeds for the year ahead and search for our fil rouge, the red thread that quietly connects our joys, strengths, and purpose. As we explore the themes of reinvention, community, creativity, and the courage to begin again, we’re reminded that growth is both exhilarating and tender, and that we don&rs...

Today I’m thrilled to introduce you to my guest, Lili Barbery—a woman many of you may already know from Instagram, where her presence radiates warmth, wisdom, and generosity. I met Lili about a year ago and, through the small glimpses she shares online, I’ve had the chance to discover more of who she is. You know how cautious I am with social media; I don’t believe in showing off, only in sharing. I believe ...

In this episode, we dive into the lessons I’ve learned from living and working in France: how confidence, transparency, and relationships shape the way we do business. We explore the value of knowing our worth, protecting what’s sacred in our connections, moving beyond transactional exchanges, pursuing excellence, and honoring true expertise. Reflecting on how these insights can guide us into a new chapter with authenti...

Today I am happy to welcome Davina MacPhail — a global impact professional, community builder, and founder of Naturally Connected. In this episode, Davina shares her journey across continents and careers, from corporate banking in Paris to building impact ventures in Cambodia and Canada. She reflects on the beauty of transitions, the courage to reset, and the power of showing up authentically. With warmth and wisdom, Davina r...