Power of the W

Power of the W

Based in Rock Island, Illinois, YWCA Quad Cities has been working to empower families and women in our community for over 100 years. The ”W” in our name is more than just a letter in the YWCA acronym, it’s our whole purpose. The Power of the W Podcast aims to inspire, educate, and celebrate women from diverse backgrounds, sharing their stories, experiences, and insights to empower listeners in various aspects of their lives. The podcast will cover a wide range of topics, including personal development, career success, health and wellness, entrepreneurship, and societal issues impacting women. Visit www.ywcaqc.org for more information about YWCA Quad Cities.

Episodes

July 2, 2025 21 mins
When was the last time you tried something new?   This episode is all about being brave enough to take that leap. I chat with Erin Mahr. Her story is filled with humor, heart, and a whole lot of courage.   We’ll talk about embracing the discomfort that comes with doing something new, and how sometimes, failing can actually be the best part. So take a listen, you’re in for some laughs, some insight, and maybe even the push you’...
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In this episode, we chat with Ebonie Bailey, a powerhouse advocate for Black Maternal Health and a true changemaker in her community. Ebonie is the owner of a doula service company, Naturally Ebonie Doula Services, and co-founder and chair of the Iowa Black Doula Collective, a nonprofit that focuses on uplifting and supporting bipoc families.

As a mom of five, Ebonie brings both personal experience and deep professional insight to ...

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In the first-ever episode of The Power of the W, we sit down with YWCA Quad Cities President & CEO Julie Larson. 

Julie is one of the largest serving non-profit CEO's in the Quad City Area. She left her career in the corporate world for the non-profit world and hasn't looked back. In this episode, she talks about balancing career and home life, navigating male-dominated spaces, and answering that age-old question, "Can women re...

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