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NASCAR Racer Julia Landauer literally lives life in the fast lane. At 14, she became the first and youngest female champion to win the legendary Skip Barber Racing Series. After graduating from Stanford University with a degree in Science, Technology and Society, Julia returned to the track for her first full season with NASCAR and was undoubtedly successful. She was the first woman to win a NASCAR track championship at the Motor Mile Speedway in Virginia. On the episode, Sophia and Julia talk STEM education, self-advocacy, and speeding tickets. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

31 Mar 201636min

Alexi Wasser is the ultimate multi-hyphenate. She's an actor, writer, comedian, and podcaster, but all of her work carries that distinct Alexi Wasser touch. It's funny, vulnerable, and brutally honest. Her blog, http://www.imboycrazy.com , is Alexi's raw take on sex, love and dating. Alexi's new podcast, Love Alexi, gets personal about all things relationships, life, and more with her guests. On #GirlbossRadio, Sophia and Alexi discuss hustling your brand, putting in 10,000 hours, and crashing Will Smith's wedding. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

24 Mar 201644min

Hannah Bronfman cannot be labeled. By day she runs her website HBFit.com, a health and beauty website, and by night, Hannah's a corporate DJ, playing at some of the chicest events in New York. Hannah's currently part of Adidas' new Sport 16 campaign, and she recently unveiled her new fashion and beauty web series, Hannahgram, with Popsugar. On the episode, Sophia and Hannah discuss Hannah's early dive bar DJ days at Bard College, creating a sticky brand like HBFit, and how to tighten and lift that butt. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

17 Mar 201649min

Sallie Krawcheck knows how to take the bull by the horns. After all, she worked on Wall Street for most of her career starting as a research analyst at Salomon Brothers. She eventually became the CEO of Smith Barney, Citi Bank Wealth Management, and Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. Over the course of her impressive career in the finance world, Sallie witnessed rampant sexism and an overall disregard of women's investing needs. Now as the co-Founder and CEO of Ellevest, a digital investment platform by and for women, she's addressing these needs and what Sallie calls, the 'gender investing gap'. On the episode, Sophia and Sallie discuss Sallie's crazy first week at Salomon Brothers, her world record, and why women should invest. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

10 Mar 201649min

Rachel Weiss is a trailblazer in the beauty world. As L’Oreal’s VP of Innovation and Entrepreneurship, she is responsible for all of L’Oreal USA’s digital marketing and innovation strategy. She singlehandedly put L'Oreal at the forefront of tech when she founded L'Oreal's Women in Digital program, which mentors women working in digital roles that address the needs of the beauty industry. On this week's episode, Sophia and Rachel discuss Rachel's childhood one-woman band, surviving the internet bubble burst, and championing women in technology. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

3 Mar 201648min

Christine Day is a perennial disrupter. Whether she's changing the way we work and consume coffee, as she did during her 20 year tenure at Starbucks, or making athletic wear beautiful and accessible for women at Lululemon, Christine understands where a market is underserved. Now she’s the CEO of Luvo, a company aiming to bring healthy and affordable foods to the frozen food aisle. On the episode, Sophia and Christine discuss Christine's first day at Starbucks, crying at the office, and working as CEO of Lululemon. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

25 Feb 201652min

Petra Cortright is an artist for the digital age. She is renowned for her webcam self-portrait videos, which she uploads onto Youtube. Her work has gained serious recognition in the art world and has been featured in The New Museum, Rhizome, and the Venice Biennale. For the past two years Petra's collaborated with Stella McCartney on a series of video projects for her eponymous fashion line. On the podcast, Sophia and Petra discuss Petra's early competitive soccer days, collaborating with Stella, and loving internet trolls. This episode of #GirlbossRadio is brought to you by Freshbooks. If you believe that living your best life includes being your own boss, then you've got to try FreshBooks. Go to Freshbooks.com/GIRLBOSS for your free 30-day trial. And by Club W. Club W is a revolutionary new wine club that sends you wine directly to your door. Go to Clubw.com/GIRBOSS to get 50% off your next order. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

18 Feb 201643min

Amanda Bacon grabs headlines, not only for her one-of-a-kind juices, but also for the celebrity clients who love what she makes. The founder and owner of the Los Angeles-based juice bar, Moon Juice, Amanda sees juice not just as nourishment, but as a tonic for improved beauty, balance, and overall well-being. Amanda shares her unconventional story of rising to the top, beginning with a job that isn’t usually equated with CEOs. This episode of #GirlbossRadio is brought to you by Freshbooks. If you believe that living your best life includes being your own boss, then you've got to try FreshBooks. Go to Freshbooks.com/GIRLBOSS for your free 30-day trial. And Squarespace. Start building your website today at Squarespace.com. Enter offer code GIRLBOSS at checkout to get 10% off! Squarespace — Build it Beautiful. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

11 Feb 201644min