This Girl Podcast

In today’s episode of This Girl Podcast, Daisy sits down with new friend Fran Azel to talk about a season of life so many of us are navigating — midlife and empty nesting. From the bittersweet quiet of a house once filled with kids, to the courage it takes to try something new (yes, pottery and even camping) Fran shares her personal journey of self-discovery, friendship, and embracing change.  This conversation is an invitation to see midlife not as an ending, but as a season of possibility, growth, and joy. We laugh, we reflect, and we remind ourselves of the beauty of girlfriends who walk alongside us through it all. Fran opens up about her journey from librarian to fitness coach, through parenting shifts, personal development, and even pottery and mountain retreats. Together, Daisy & Fran explore how women can embrace this stage as a transformation rather than a crisis. In this episode, you’ll hear: How to embrace empty nesting as a fresh chapter instead of a loss The role of friendship and sisterhood

What if planning for the inevitable could actually be an act of LOVE?  In Episode 70 of This Girl Podcast, Daisy sits down for a heartfelt and inspiring conversation with Lori Friedman, founder of The Love Policy, to discuss the importance of legacy planning, estate planning, and life insurance. Together, they explore how transforming the often-avoided topic of death into an open conversation about love can bring peace, comfort, and confidence to those you leave behind. Daisy and Lori dive deep into the emotional side of end-of-life planning, the stigma around talking about death, and how reframing these discussions can offer peace of mind, financial security, and emotional comfort for your family during the hardest moments. Lori’s goal is to not only help families prepare practically, but to also transform the industry narrative — making planning for the inevitable feel less like a burden, and more like the best act of LOVE and beautiful final gift. Lori shares her personal journey from decades in the insura

She’s back—and this time, she’s daring us to grow. In this heartfelt and powerful episode, Caroline de Posada returns to This Girl Podcast to share the evolution of her personal journey where she DARED—from lawyer and speaker to transformational coach—and the launch of her newest transformative project: the D.A.R.E. coaching program. Daisy and Caroline share an enlightening conversation inspiring you to dive deep into you dreans ad living with intention.  Caro introduces her new 6-week “adult summer camp” designed to help you reconnect with your core pirnciples, take aligned action, and reignite a dream—big or small. Caro walks you through her personal story, the inspiration behind the framework, and how you can step into a season of bold growth. If you’re ready to shift and grow, this episode will give you the permission—and the plan—to take that step in becoming an even better version of yourself! Sign up by June 2nd at carolinedeposada.com/dare Use code DAISY for 10% off! Resources & Links: Follow

Episode 68: "Hats Off to the Hustle" with Cecie Mestre of Theme Dresser Hello, sunshine! In this feel-good, fashion-forward episode of This Girl Podcast, I sit down with the one and only Cecie Mestre, founder of Theme Dresser—a woman who turned hand-painted hats into a full-blown fashion business. We go back to where it all started: a single hat, a spark of creativity, and Cecie’s leap of faith from styling out of her living room to running one of South Florida’s most unique boutiques. From curating collections with designers around the world to helping women rediscover their style, Cecie proves that passion, resilience, and a killer outfit can take you anywhere. We talk: How she started her brand with zero inventory and pure intuition Her biggest mindset shifts as a single mom and entrepreneur Styling tips to elevate your look without breaking the bank What every woman really needs in her closet this summer Why the hat is more than just an accessory—it’s a statement

In this insightful comeback episode, Daisy reconnects with her audience and welcomes empowerment coach Jennifer Warren to discuss how we can all reconnect with our inner selves. Together, they dive deep into the wellness-based, transformative program Ignite the Light Within, co-founded by Jennifer Warren  and Dr. Laura Alfonso. The conversation touches on life transitions, personal growth, the five pillars of transformation, and the power of community. This episode is a heart-forward invitation to reflect, grow, and reignite your spark. [00:00] Welcome back! Daisy reintroduces the podcast with a renewed mission to inspire deeper connection and to pause and be present. [02:15] The spark of friendship: how Daisy met Jennifer Warren at a lacrosse game and their full-circle moment today. [04:30] Jennifer shares her journey into empowerment coaching and the origin of "Ignite the Light Within." [07:40] Why the answers we seek are within us—not outside of us. [10:20] Reflecting on Covid as a global invitation to "be

It is the beginning of the year, and as you create your goals for the year, most people are seeking ways to grow their wealth towards financial freedom; and women need to be in these conversations! While there are many women as real estate agents, there are relatively few females as real estate investors, and Daisy wants to change that! This Girl, Daisy brings you some very interesting insight into the vast opportunities women have in real estate investments.  In episode 66, Daisy has an informative conversation with Natasha Falconi, Founder & President of Falconi Capital, a real estate investment firm specializing in multi-family real estate. With over 20 years of experience as an investor, property manager, Chair of a bank and most recently Founder of her own real estate company, Natasha is in a position to empower women to participate as investors in real estate.  Natasha is on a mission to get more women to invest in real estate, given that only 3% of women currently invest in commercial real estate,

Do you feel like you are all over the place with an endless to do list? Or are you frustrated that your child leaves things at school and you have to remind him to do his work 100 times?  Then this episode is for you… This Girl podcast host Daisy has a REAL informative conversation with Nicole Santamaria, Founder, OT for Real Life about what is Executive Functioning (EF) and how-to best to approach this in order to get things done! Nicole has more than 20 year’s experience with a no nonsense – straightforward approach helping parents, kids and teachers providing them the “real life” strategies and right intervention – since she is a true believer that we can all DEVELOP these skills!  Daisy and Nicole have a very candid conversation since Daisy very vulnerably shares her personal struggles with EF, so their conversation hit home.  Nicole offers unique approach to finding EF solutions since she believes in looking for the strengths before the weakness. Nicole suggests a strengths-based approach that helps iden

In this episode, Daisy invites you to tap into your spirit and join a movement of sacred sisterhood that will promise to awaken the goddess within.  Daisy hosts Maria Marshall, CEO & Founder of Gaia Goddess Lifestyle.  Daisy and Maria share an intuitive conversation reminding women the importance of self-care and nourishing their spirit. Besides Maria being a Reiki Master and holistic healer, she is a conscious creative who utilizes social entrepreneurism, storytelling, and community building to inspire, heal and empower women.  Her spiritual journey has led her to the launch of Gaia Goddess Lifestyle, a movement where women can come together to nourish their souls.  Gaia Goddess Lifestyle is built on 4 pillars: education, healing, community, and empowerment.  This spirited led movement invites women to let go of ancestral narratives and paradigms in order to release the past, and elevate their souls.  Maria shares with Daisy that her spiritual journey was not without pain, in fact, she says… “you got to

In this episode, Daisy welcomes once again, Caroline De Posada, life coach & motivational speaker focused on all things wellness, mindset and relationships.  They engage in lively conversation about fasting and the importance that this “reset” can have on your body, mind and spirit.  With the holiday season upon us and the temptations increasing, both Caroline aka “Caro” and Daisy want to equip you with the right mindset.  Caro explains what is fasting? Why fasting is beneficial and the different types of fasting.  In particular, Caroline takes a deep dive into “Rejuvafast” a 5-day fast which is a whole-body approach that incorporates the latest scientific research on fasting and anti-aging, fundamental lifestyle principles; along with a supportive community to improve your health and wellness.  Caroline shares the story how she partnered with Dr. Virgilio Sanchez, Board certified Family physician with a deep passion for natural and integrative medicine.  Together they developed a 5-day fast challenge tha

In this episode, Daisy makes sure you add more "tools" in your branding toolbox as she invites branding expert and communications strategist, Katie Cabanas to not only “talk shop” since communications are both their “jam” and expertise; but more important to inspire other women and entrepreneurs to invest in themselves in order to make a greater impact with the POWER of their words and messaging. With more than 25 years of branding and communication experience, Founder & CEO, Cabanas Consulting, Katie Cabanas, share her tips and outlines her easy to implement communications framework to master your message. Daisy and Katie have a straight-to-the-point but insightful conversation about guiding you on some simple steps to improving your messaging and communicating your brand.  In today’s digital era and constant instant gratification, you only have a few minutes or seconds to send a message… so it is critical that you know how best what to say and how to say it! Tune in and hear all about Katie’s top 3 C’s

Since This Girl podcast always searches for stories that nourish the soul, Daisy knew she had to share one of favorite self-care outlets which is going to her Videosync hip-hop dance class – but it is so much more than a dance class! Honoring J.Marcos, Creator of Videosync, in this episode, Daisy spotlights one of her passions for dance, and brings you Dr. Andrea Assantes which is an “Angel on earth”, driven by her passions as Head Pediatrician and Medical Director at University of Miami by day and Videosync Dance Captain, aka Dr. Drea on weekends at Body & Soul fitness studio. Daisy & Andrea share an inspirational and bit emotional conversation about how Videosync started, and how they are paying tribute to the J. Marcos, creator of Videosync.  This Girl, Dr. Drea, tells her personal journey of how her passion for dance became her purpose when unexpectedly in 2017, J. Marcos passed away; and she along with four other Videosync “Angels” answered to a calling to keep the Videosync’s legacy alive. The f

Marking a historical day, This Girl podcast host, Daisy pays tribute to Her Royal Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II by sharing a BONUS episode highlighting the power of obituaries (obits).  Contrary to what most might believe that obits are about death, obituaries happen to be all about a life well lived. In fact, the obit is a story depicting the person's life providing the individual an opportunity to live once more.   Since you all know that Daisy does not believe in coincidences, a few years ago on several occasions she was exposed to the topic of obituaries by being recommended to see the HBO documentary "If you're not in the obit, eat breakfast" hosted by Carl Reiner - a must see.  Then in the same week, she stumbled across the movie with Shirley MacLaine, "The Last Word", which illustrated the significance of this section in a newspaper.  This peeked her interest even more and she went down the rabbit hole on the impact of obits.  Daisy spent a few weeks exploring this topic. In particular, she researched h

Are you ready for Season 4, everyone loves a comeback and this season promises to deliver stories of transformation and inspiration.  This season brings a central theme of  “Where are you now?”, the world took a pause in 2020 and there has been much change and renewal.  This Girl Daisy continues to show up and bring you STORIES that will inspire, educate and at the very least SPARK CONVERSATION!  In this episode, This Girl Daisy welcomes back Dr. Betsy Guerra, licensed psychotherapist with a PhD in Clinical Psychology and over 20 years of experience; author of Hurt 2 Hope: Healing the Pain of Loss, Grief, and Adversity, and Founder & CEO of Better with Betsy and the BWB Coaching Academy.  With Betsy you never know where the story will go because she is a woman of Faith and Divine inspiration is always present. Get ready for some insightful storytelling and lots of practical tools that Dr. Betsy Guerra AKA “Better with Betsy” shares with Daisy about transforming pain into purpose.  Daisy and Betsy can talk

In this episode, Daisy brings you Beth Nydick a published author, national speaker, and a magnetic business mentor whose manta is “making potential possible”!  Beth is a big believer in the power of potential to catapult your business forward. She shows her clients how to strategically prepare their business and to use collaboration to establish instant credibility to get their life-changing messages through publicity reaching massive audiences. Daisy and Beth share their passion for communications and the importance on leveraging your potential and creating long lasting relationships.  Beth discusses her personal journey and current reinvention from becoming a certified health nutritional coach, and founder of Blue Barn Kitchen where she secured national media coverage on Dr. Oz show, The Chew and The Tonight Show; to now having her own podcast Behind the Spotlight and cresting her online entrepreneur consultant business.  Today, Beth helps entrepreneurs to strategically prepare their business and gain expo

In this episode, This Girl Daisy, unveils another one of her “creative pockets” as a Realtor, and “talks shop” with one of South Florida’s top multi-million luxury Real Estate producers Saddy Abaunza.   Saddy’s professional sales record speaks volumes, yet it may be her personal qualities - her engaging nature, generous smile and the ease with which she connects with people - that open so many doors.  In partnership with ONE Sotheby's International Realty, Saddy has cultivated a well-heeled domestic and international clientele, many of whom she counts as friends. Among South Florida residents who have relied on Saddy for their expertise are Gloria & Emilio Estefan, Sylvester Stallone and Dwyane Wade. Saddy and Daisy both radiate a  joie de vivre  that is shared in their lively and insightful conversation not only about the business of real estate in changing times, the role of women in the business but also about the importance of following your passion. Saddy shares “legit” stories and unapologetic anecd

Fall brings change, we see it in the leaves, we fill it in the air and it invites us to fortify our health since it is flu season too! This Girl Daisy brings you certified Nutritionist, Chef, and Wellness Coach, Alexandra Golovac to educate us on how to prevent being susceptible to the flu by eating healthy.  Daisy was excited to welcome back Alexandra, in Season 3, offering new insightful tips on how food and increasing vitamin intake can boost your immune system. This year more than ever since we are faced with COVID-19 and the flu, Alexandra explains how the right nutrients are all very effective at strengthening the body's ability to fend off viruses.  Daisy & Alexandra have lively conversation, that will inspire you - whether you get a flu shot or not - to bolster your immune system and encourage you to have better eating habits.  Some quick tips are: Be sure to eat a whole FRESH food diet , get exercise, and get enough sleep. Practice relaxation techniques, such as breathing exercises, visualizatio

Are you ready to get out of the quarantine funk but you feel stuck or unmotivated?  This girl Daisy invites business coach, motivational speaker, and magnet for awesomeness, Luly B to shed some light about her annual empowering women event, SPARK to be held October 20, 2020. We can all agree... woman need a break these days and deserve a day with girlfriends to get inspired about pursuing their dreams.  In this episode, Daisy and Luly B both radiate positivity and encourage woman to take time for them selves.   As only Luly B knows how to show up, she pushed the envelope and used her awesomeness to deliver a safe event outdoors with a vision to gather more than 400 women at the drive in. Yes, the #305drive in where she will be on stage accompanied by amazing woman sharing their transformative stories. The SPARK experience is being elevated this year and you will not what to miss it if you need that SAPRK to get you to move into action!  SPARK has always been a day dedicated to fun, perspective, kindness and

This Girl Daisy has always admired and loved photography, so she was fascinated when she heard about a family photographer, Audrey Blake, pivot her business to get some “quarantine” captures!  In fact, her passion project #allstoopedup went viral when she photographed over 100 families in Essex County, NJ highlighting their family quarantine experience from their front stoop in her #6ftshoot to memorialize this once-in-a-lifetime event.  Her photos received national attention and were showcased on Good Morning America and The Today show. In this episode, Daisy and Audrey have a fun, loving conversation how when faced with adversity creativity can open doors and opportunities not foreseen when comfortable. In March, when the entire world was asked to stay home due to global pandemic; Audrey came up with the idea to capture this moment, in particular in her neighborhood.  She visited her neighbors and offered her professional photography services to capture them on their front door #allstoopedup while shooting

It’s back to school time, and parents are not sure what to do? They are questioning and struggling on what scenario would be best for their kids given that most schools are returning to virtual learning. On this episode, This girl Daisy sparks conversation with Marie Fernandez-Abou, momprenuer, and Founder of Educationalpods.com. This is the latest talk around town, educational pods is a new trend that emerged out of the need to enhance and enrich the virtual learning due to the pandemic, and as the saying goes, “Necessity is the MOTHER of inventions!”. This girl Daisy and Marie have informative conversation where Marie shares her passionate desire to help other moms in a time of need. Being a mom of three boys herself, she felt the need to step up and offer a solution to moms that are not equipped to have the kids at home for distant learning. She says that literally a “lightbulb” turned on in her brain in the middle of the night that she could not ignore, and knew she had to bring educational pods to South

On this episode, Daisy has intuitive conversation with Crystal worker, Artist, Jewelry and Home Designer, Joanne Stone to spread good vibrations to all Moms which are in great need of clearing the negativity in our lives and transforming it into positivity. Daisy asks Joanne to share her story how she went from being a high powered luxury costume jewelry designer for celebrities such as Beyonce, Madaona, Alicia Keys, Rihanna, traveling the world from London to Paris to Miami; to being featured in Vogue and sold in top stores like Saks, Bergdorf Goodman, and Fred Segal yet she was missing something.  She recalls feeling as if she was in a hamster wheel, and her work had lost its soul. Joanne explains on how she deliberatly chose to take a pause in her life to recalibrate and traveled to Bali to surround herself with nature. On her journey, she discovered that she needed to create a business that had soul and connect her customers with Mother Nature’s healing powers. We might not be able to go to Bali, but Dais