The View In Your Mirror

Emmy Award-winning Creative Director, wardrobe stylist, and hair and makeup artist, Kimberly Steward shares her inspiring journey from a style-focused childhood to becoming a leader in image-making for athletes, executives, and entertainers. Kimberly discusses the influence of her family, her early start in modeling and hair, and how she broke barriers to become a sought-after expert blending creative vision, inclusivity, and brand...

Robin Livingston Richter, therapist and ADHD life coach, has been a licensed family therapist for more than 34 years. Robin shares her personal experiences navigating mental health, ADHD, and self-worth, alongside practical strategies for building resilience and finding support. The discussion dives into the generational impact of strong women, the realities of modern social media, and the importance of authentic connection. W...

Intrigued by cabinet and countertop trends? With two sets of Katies and Lisas, this conversation is anything but ordinary. Katie Hronski from Cambria and Lisa Swartz from Andersen Cabinet, join us for an enlightening look into the world of cabinet and countertops. We further explore the nuances of home renovation planning and the significance of aligning design with personal style, drawing parallels between home design and fashion ...

Tony-winning Broadway co-producer and Minnesota native, Jennifer Melin Miller joins to share how she turned her love of theater into a thriving business. After a first career in NYC media (Time Inc., The New York Times, Condé Nast) and leadership roles at MPR and Minnetonka Moccasin, Jennifer switched gears and turned a lifelong love of musicals into an investment and producing practice. From The Curious Incident of the Dog in the ...

Discover the fascinating intersection of fashion, technology, and personal growth with our special guest, Maha Abouelenein, who recently exchanged insights on Ai with the legendary Deepak Chopra. As Ai rapidly integrates into our daily lives, we share our humorous yet insightful experiences playing with Ai tools like ChatGPT. You might be surprised to learn how accurately Ai can emulate fashion advice: leaving us both amazed and a ...

Krisiti Flanagan Villar, Vice President of Medicine & Health Enterprise at the University of Minnesota Foundation, joins us to explore the interesting collide of fashion, philanthropy and economic shifts.  Kristi shares her wealth of experience in philanthropy and fashion, offering a unique perspective shaped by her role at the University of Minnesota's Masonic Children's Hospital and her involvement in annual fundraiser e...

Joan Steffend-Brandmeier, the charismatic star of HGTV's "Decorating Cents," shares her incredible journey of personal growth, creativity, and resilience. From her unexpected TikTok resurgence to transforming online criticism into humor and inspiration, Joan exemplifies living life with joy and authenticity.

In this episode, we dive into:

• The magic of embracing imperfections and celebrating life
• The power of intuition and genu...

What happens when a powerhouse in media and communications retires—but doesn’t slow down? In this episode, we welcome Deb Hopp, recently retired president of Minneapolis–St. Paul Communications, as she reflects on a remarkable career spanning publishing, advertising, and board leadership.

Deb shares stories from her small-town beginnings to becoming a force in Twin Cities media, including the challenges of working...

Katie Sterns is a serial entrepreneur, investor, and movement-builder with a passion for creating first-in-market ventures that empower women, like Blyngz Luxury Technologies and the You Betcha Box. Networking and community-building are at the heart of our chat. We also dive into the complexities of fashion-forward entrepreneurship, exploring how wardrobe choices can project confidence and authenticity at tech-centric events; the f...

Unlock the mysteries of menopause and transform your understanding of this pivotal life stage as we chat with Kathy Norton, a Certified Menopause Coach, speaker, and advocate for women’s health. Kathy provides an in-depth look at the benefits of hormone replacement therapy (HRT) including improved heart, liver, and cognitive health, and how it can revolutionize personal relationships and your mental health. We discuss the oft...

Imagine what people see, learn, and hear in a car as a driver.  Hop in for a ride with the owner of Chey Car, whose talents extend far beyond driving. She tracks the economy in real time, observes travel behavior, airline performance, political and social shifts, as well as learning about her clients career expertise and life experiences. We talk about what it's like to drive high-profile individuals, balancing work with perso...