The Uncaged Pod
The Uncaged Pod is the podcast for bold, soul-led women who are ready to break free from the cages of perfectionism, people-pleasing, and limiting beliefs. Hosted by Jess MacMillan, mama, keynote speaker, and women's empowerment advocate, this show delivers raw conversations, powerful insights, and unapologetic truths that will inspire you to reclaim your voice, rewrite your story, and rise with unstoppable confidence. Each week, Jess and her guests dive into topics around leadership, personal growth, entrepreneurship, and motherhood, offering real-life strategies, soulful reflections, and empowering stories to help you lead, live, and love uncaged. Whether you're an entrepreneur, a creative, or a woman who’s remembering who she really is, The Uncaged Pod is your invitation to step into your power and live life on your own terms.
Episodes
🔥 Welcome to The Uncaged Pod
This is the podcast for bold, soul-led women who are ready to break free from the cages of perfectionism, people-pleasing, and limiting beliefs — and finally live life on their own terms.
Hosted by Jess MacMillan, The Uncaged Pod is your space for raw conversations, powerful truths, and unfiltered insights on leadership, personal growth, entrepreneurship, and motherhood.
Whether you’re building a business...
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Breaking Free from Chains: Standing in Your Truth with Navy Veteran Judy Estevez
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This one is for every woman who’s ever whispered to herself, “There has to be more than this.”
In this soul-shaking episode, Navy veteran and trauma coach Judy Estevez gets uncaged with me about surviving to thriving and how she found the courage to leave, heal, and finally stand in her truth.
We talk about what it...
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Dr. Ashley Gaddy Robbins on People-First Culture, Sacrifice, and Saying ‘No More’
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This one? It’s deep. Dr. Ashley Gaddy Robbins brings it all, her fierce intellect, lived wisdom, and unshakable heart to this Uncaged conversation. Amma to four, DEI consultant, and researcher, she opens up about what it really means to lead a people-first life. We talk motherhood, entrepreneurship, and the emot...
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Finding Your Flow in Business and Life with Sarah Pope
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This one’s for the mamas, the makers, and the magic-seekers. Jess sits down with Sarah Pope, creative entrepreneur, mother, and founder of Pope Media Co.- for a raw and radiant convo about building a business in the middle of motherhood. From photographing home births to nurturing brands between snack breaks, Sarah is the real deal.
We tal...
🎙️ Episode Title: From Bankruptcy Brink to Financial Freedom: Transforming Your Money Mindset with Laura Sexton
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If you've ever felt like money was your biggest source of shame, you're not alone, and this episode is your invitation to rewrite that story. Jess sits down with Laura Sexton, certified financial coach, speaker, and founder of Accelerate Your Legacy, for a deeply moving and motivating conversation a...
🎙️ Episode Title: Building Dreams in Pink: Christina Kirkey's Journey of Beauty and Sisterhood
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This one’s for the creators with a calling and the leaders building community with color and courage. Jess sits down with Christina Kirkey, founder of Pinup Studio, an all-pink, all-powerful, 16-chair salon and bridal collective based in Raleigh, NC, for a conversation full of grit, glam, and growth.
From turning her...
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30 Seconds to Change: Robyn Godfrey's Marathon Transformation
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This one’s for the late bloomers, the comeback queens, and anyone standing at their own starting line. In this powerful episode, Jess sits down with Robyn Godfrey, author, RCA-certified running coach, speaker, and six-time World Marathon Majors finisher, who proves it’s never too late to rewrite your story, one step at a time.
At 47...
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Unleash Your Inner Warrior: Dawna Gonzales on Self-Defense and Personal Growth
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This one is for every woman who’s ever felt powerless but knew deep down she was meant to fight back.
In this electrifying episode, Dawna Gonzales- a 10th Planet Jiu-Jitsu black belt, self-defense instructor, and podcast host—gets uncaged with me about the power of owning your body, your mind, and your story. From...
🎙️ Episode Title: The Art of Falling Up: Darci Graves on Resilience and Empowerment
💭 Episode Description: This one’s for anyone who’s been knocked down and is ready to rise with intention, grace, and power. In this deeply inspiring episode of The Uncaged Pod, Jess sits down with Darci Graves, a speaker, author, consultant, and fierce advocate for falling up!
Darci shares her personal and professional journey, from working with the...
🎙️ Episode Title: From Canvas to Clarity: Exploring Art Therapy with Beth Richards
💭 Episode Description: This episode is for anyone curious about the power of creative expression, regardless of artistic skill. Jess sits down with Elizabeth Richards (PLPC, ATR-P), an outpatient therapist specializing in art therapy, particularly for neurodivergent individuals.
Elizabeth shares her personal and professional journey, including the ch...
🎙️ Episode Title: The Power of Self-Awareness: Kelly Miller's Guide to Living Uncaged
💭 Episode Description: In this inspiring episode, Jess welcomes Kelly Miller, a dynamic speaker, writer, and certified coach who helps people break free from the exhausting cycle of seeking external validation.
Kelly shares her journey of self-discovery, including how losing a job pushed her toward coaching and a deeper understanding of herself. S...
🎙️ Episode Title: Don’t Ration Your Passion: From Lithuania to Air Force Pilot
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In this episode, Ilma takes us on her remarkable journey from a small village in Lithuania to soaring as a pilot in the United States Air Force. She opens up about her childhood filled with simple farm chores, the culture shock of immigrating to the U.S. at age 11, and the uphill battle of learning English while navigating a new world.
Her ...
🎙️ Episode Title: Riding the Wind: Adrenajen Jennie Milton’s Journey from Scaredy Cat to Superhero
Episode Summary: In this episode, Adrenajen Jennie Milton takes us on her remarkable journey from a fearful child to a fearless athlete, entrepreneur, and mentor. A snow kite and kite surfing coach, keynote speaker, photographer, drone pilot, and wilderness first responder, Jennie has built her career around helping others reframe the...
🎙️ Episode Title: Dancing with the Ego: Brittany’s Journey to Conscious Living
Episode Summary: In this episode, we sit down with Brittany, a seasoned yoga instructor, author, and speaker with over 20 years of experience. From yoga studio owner to published author of Dancing With Ourselves: A Practical Guide to Harness the Ego and Live on Purpose, Brittany has dedicated her life to helping people live yoga beyond the mat.
Her journe...
🎙️ Episode Title: Firestarter: Igniting Women's Inner Power with Marissa Ciesluk
Episode Summary
In this episode, Marissa Ciesluk—leadership coach, keynote speaker, and founder of MWC Leadership—shares her journey of breaking free from expectations and learning to live authentically. She opens up about her shift from a career in higher education to leadership coaching, inspired by her own self-discovery and a pivotal life event invo...
🎙️ Episode Title: Unveiling the Caregiving Crisis: Insights from Katie Kristofic
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In this episode, Katie Kristofic—founder of Careful List—shares her powerful journey from marketing professional to caregiver advocate after her mother’s Alzheimer’s diagnosis. Through her personal story, Katie sheds light on the invisible weight carried by caregivers and the systemic challenges they face, from navigating a fragmented he...
🎙️ Episode Title: From Silence to Expression: Jacquese Armstrong's Story of Liberation
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In this episode, Jacquese Armstrong—award-winning poet, mental health advocate, and expressive arts facilitator—shares her powerful journey of healing and liberation through creativity. From the challenges of navigating mental health issues during her college years to the decades-long stigma she faced, Jacquese speaks candidly abou...
🎙️ Episode Title: From Shadows to Light: Susan Wall's Story of Healing and Honesty
Episode Summary
In this episode, Susan Wall—storyteller, author, and truth-seeker—shares her courageous journey of transformation. From battling obesity and addiction to surviving a pulmonary embolism and a 10-day coma, Susan’s story is one of resilience, honesty, and radical self-acceptance.
She opens up about her struggles with mental health, her exp...
Soulful Liberation: Karen Leigh's Empowerment Story
Episode Summary
In this episode, the host welcomes Karen Leigh, a women's empowerment coach and founder of Soul Sanctuary Glasgow. Karen shares her transformative journey from struggling with an eating disorder and childhood trauma to becoming a practitioner of NLP, hypnotherapy, and timeline therapy. She discusses her path from a business management degree to personal development,...
Gutsy Moves: Embracing Vulnerability with Laura Aura
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In this episode of the Uncaged podcast, the host interviews Laura Aura, a high-impact speaker, coach, and host of The Gutsy Podcast. Laura shares her journey from working as a graphic designer at the Yellow Pages to becoming a successful entrepreneur and coach. She recalls the pivotal moment when she chose to leave her job while pregnant to launch her own branding ...
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